Life has been pretty chaotic for the past 2 years. ( *sigh* Military life) I will no longer be able to do some of my other things due to moving states. I will be writing short Gluten Free reviews in addition to my other items as time allows. I cannot wait for July! Things will finally calm down by then.
I will be doing 2 Symbol Rating System 1 being lowest 5 being highest:
1-5 $'s (is the product worth the value?)
1-5 ^'s (Does it work?).
Today is on Gluten Free Body Care
1. Primal Pit Paste
$$$$$ (10.95-12.95 ) Worth every penny. It does cost more, but you get what you pay for!
They even have a coupon going on right now. (As of May 3rd, 2015 When you 1st sign up it should pop up on the screen.) They have a really nice referral program using social media.
^^^^^ It is the 1st natural deodorant that has not worn off in 4 hours for me. I prefer the stick, it is less messy. I am on my 3rd stick of Orange Creamsicle.
Find my #1 new favorite product @www.primalpitpaste.com/primal-pit-paste-stick
2. Giovanni Hair Care 2 Chic Shampoo's & Conditioner's
(laurel & laureth Sulfate free)
$$$$ (8.99 on up) It is hard to find a good shampoo and Conditioner at a good price. The availability in stores is spotty, so the prices in stores seem to be higher.
^^^^^ It WORKS! I love how manageable our hair is now. The whole family uses their line.
Some days my hair feels so dry and frizzy, so I use Coconut and Blackberry. Other it is just fine, and I use Ultra Sleek with Argan oil. It's good on all types of hair, from curly to straight!
Find a list of these wonderful products @www.giovannicosmetics.com
3. Kiss My Face Olive Bar Soap
$$$$$ (4.99 on up) Good soap just plain costs more. I love how big the bar is.
^^^^^ The Olive Oil & Aloe and the Lavender & Olive Oil are my favorite ones.
They works great on dry or combination skin.
They have a lot of body care products to choose from. Happy shopping. FYI they carry sunblock!!
I have 2 links for you:
www.kissmyface.com/ingredients (You can see a great guide to their ingredients.)
www.kissmyface.com ( You can check out the rest of their great products.)
4. Four Elements Look, No X Ma Bar Soap & Cream
$$$ (5.99 on up) Just plain spendy due to cost of essential oils being over harvested throughout the world and not replaced as they should be. Their farm is responsible!!
There was just a big price hike on quite a few items. Their product are small, cost more, but work very well on helping clear up skin conditions like eczema.
^^^^^+ Yep you heard me, exceeded 5^! This product delivers, and works within the first 24 hours. This company is *MOSA Certified Organic folks.
I have had so many people personally thank me for the recommendation of this product.
Get that eczema or those dry patches under control.
*FYI they have Insect Repellent as well as First Aid Salve.*
Find this unique company @www.fourelementsherbals.com
5. SUKI Transformative Purifying Masque
$$$$ (48.95 on up) Ouch!! This is a little more than I like to spend. However, it is very well worth it!
^^^^^ Need to treat a spider bite or a zit? Maybe you want to pamper yourself with a light clay masque? This is the product for you. Adult and Teen approved in this household.
They have some amazing products. I have been using this for 3+ years now.
Check out their amazing pampering line @www.sukiskincare.com
And there you have it, folks! These are some of my favorite natural products for skin and hair care. Please check their links for more information!
*MOSA is the Midwest Organic Services Association, which certifies organic products. See their page here: http://mosaorganic.org/
Sunday, May 3, 2015
Wednesday, May 28, 2014
Experimenting with Tiered Herb Gardens
My 1st attempt at Tiered Herb Gardens
Below are some pictures of what you will need:
1. Garden soil. I prefer Miracle Gro brand; make sure you get the soil that is meant for vegetables!
3. I then placed small pots upside down within the larger pots. You'll have to experiment with which ones fit into which containers. I wish I would have pre-drilled holes for more drainage and actually attached all the pots by bolt, nut, and washer. Oh well, this was my experimental batch. So, don't do what I did; pre-drill your drainage holes!
Top photo Thyme & Mint. Bottom photo Sage & Basil.
Below are some pictures of what you will need:
1. Garden soil. I prefer Miracle Gro brand; make sure you get the soil that is meant for vegetables!
2. Variously sized pots. What I have here are pots I found in my garage, which I supplemented with some Menard's pots. Largest pot on bottom, smallest at top. :)
4. Fill your pots approximately 3/4 full with your soil. This ensures that you won't, hopefully, have "floaters". This photo shows my pot that has Chives on the first layer. Make sure you use one type of plant per layer, otherwise you may have a mess to sort out when it comes to harvest time! I chose only 2 tiers due to non attachment of pots.
*NOTE* Please check to make sure you plant compatible herbs together.
This was a very useful site that helped me plant my herb garden successfully.
Please see another example here at:
Found on bluenoselife.wordpress.com
This is the site that actually inspires me to give it a go.
Next year I will go 3 tiers for sure! I think a bigger more shallow base is what I needed. Due to lack of funding my garden budget was cut in half. So I spent $23.00 in pots, $12.00 for soil, and $40.00 for all the herbs for the whole year. Remember to ask friends and family if they have any old pots they want to get rid of, and check the used stores for other gardening items. One of my favorite thrift type shops for pots is Arc, a non-profit organization. http://www.arcsvaluevillage.org/
Realize, I don't have all the instructions for everything here. Please check the two links I have within the blog for more complete, detailed instructions! Happy gardening!
The Dainty Muse, aka Shelley
Wednesday, April 2, 2014
The Plumbing Corner.....
OK lets talk drain cleaning suggestions. This is called a Zip It. Use this once every 2 months for a clog free kitchen, bathroom, tub and laundry drain.
Information on this product is available at http://zipitclean.com/ but is also available at most home improvement stores for $4 and under.
Do not use DRAIN CLEANER EVER!!! If you or a Licensed Plumber ever have to be under the pipe, and it has a caustic chemical in it, it can cause permanent blindness or a chemical burn if it were to leak out on you. Please wear goggles whenever doing home improvement projects, for obvious reasons. Some hot water, vinegar, and baking soda make a great green drain cleaner. Here is a link to one such recipe: Homemade Drain Cleaner
If that fails get a drain snake that is at least 50-100 feet in length. And when that fails, call a Licensed Plumber!! Be prepared: the average service call starts at $175, and goes up from there.
Please be advised that if your main is backing up, and you see toilet paper floating near it, you have a serious problem and need a plumber ASAP! If it is late in the evening, or a weekend, there are huge fees involved($500-$700 an hour). If you can wait until morning, or rent a hotel room (which is usually less expensive than an emergency fee!), do so.
Now for the legal part:
All information contained in this blog is tips only. Always speak to a professional first if you have any questions/concerns. Everything shared is my opinion, and should be taken as such.
OK lets talk drain cleaning suggestions. This is called a Zip It. Use this once every 2 months for a clog free kitchen, bathroom, tub and laundry drain.
Information on this product is available at http://zipitclean.com/ but is also available at most home improvement stores for $4 and under.
Do not use DRAIN CLEANER EVER!!! If you or a Licensed Plumber ever have to be under the pipe, and it has a caustic chemical in it, it can cause permanent blindness or a chemical burn if it were to leak out on you. Please wear goggles whenever doing home improvement projects, for obvious reasons. Some hot water, vinegar, and baking soda make a great green drain cleaner. Here is a link to one such recipe: Homemade Drain Cleaner
If that fails get a drain snake that is at least 50-100 feet in length. And when that fails, call a Licensed Plumber!! Be prepared: the average service call starts at $175, and goes up from there.
Please be advised that if your main is backing up, and you see toilet paper floating near it, you have a serious problem and need a plumber ASAP! If it is late in the evening, or a weekend, there are huge fees involved($500-$700 an hour). If you can wait until morning, or rent a hotel room (which is usually less expensive than an emergency fee!), do so.
Now for the legal part:
All information contained in this blog is tips only. Always speak to a professional first if you have any questions/concerns. Everything shared is my opinion, and should be taken as such.
Monday, July 16, 2012
Saving Money
Time to save some money.......
I have been compiling a list of places to visit online to help every one save money.
1st thing you need to do is get out a pen and some paper.
2nd have a free yahoo or google email separate from personal, just for coupons.
3rd is download the Coupon Bar if necessary and register with the different places to gain access to them.
Finally is you printer locked and loaded? You might as well start with a fresh ream of paper and a fair amount of ink.
These sites have helped me save over $2,000 Last year! No, I am not an extreme couponer... More like a coupon Queen. I do not have stock pile, nor do I clear a whole shelf.
www.coupons.com
www.target.com
www.thekrazycouponlady.com
www.retailmenot.com
www.smartsource.com
www.redplum.com
www.shopperstrategy.com
www.thriftydivas.com
www.couponnetwork.com
www.mambosprouts.com
www.commonkindness.com
Time Click & Print!
I have been compiling a list of places to visit online to help every one save money.
1st thing you need to do is get out a pen and some paper.
2nd have a free yahoo or google email separate from personal, just for coupons.
3rd is download the Coupon Bar if necessary and register with the different places to gain access to them.
Finally is you printer locked and loaded? You might as well start with a fresh ream of paper and a fair amount of ink.
These sites have helped me save over $2,000 Last year! No, I am not an extreme couponer... More like a coupon Queen. I do not have stock pile, nor do I clear a whole shelf.
www.couponnetwork.com
www.mambosprouts.com
www.commonkindness.com
Time Click & Print!
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