Seasonal Skincare
+ On the central Oregon Coast red elder is blooming everywhere right now, and it comes right at the time I tend to want to change up my skin care routine. Elderflower has become a cue of sorts, that … Continued
natural beauty | activated charcoal
As a regular coffee or tea drinker, you are probably familiar with the problem of stained teeth. And if you’re one who steers clear of bleaches and whitening chemicals then you might wonder how to bring your smile back to … Continued
wood care | a giveaway
A little gift for you. I made a fresh batch of our wood salve this week, and oiled our teak dining table to test the consistency. The difference after a fresh wood treatment is always so pleasing, and even still, … Continued
homemade chocolate
Sharing a little treat today, out of enthusiasm for dark chocolate. I’ve tried a number of homemade, usually raw, dark chocolates over the years and have been impressed with most all of them. They are always extra creamy, rich and … Continued
doing it myself
This week I started a batch of Natalie’s lavender skin toner. Witch Hazel, the base of this toner, is something I hadn’t had around since I was a little girl with the chicken pox, and my dad gave me cool … Continued