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DIY Bath Bombs

April 29, 2014 by Andrea Fabry 18 Comments

DIY Bath Bombs

Treat someone special (or maybe yourself) to a relaxing bath with these nourishing, all natural bath bombs! Only three ingredients needed. Optional ingredients include dried herbs or flowers, sea salt and skin-softening oil. Andrea Fabry DIY Bath BombsSimple and fun to make, these bath bombs make wonderful gifts – even for yourself! Save Recipe Print… 

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Filed Under: Beauty, DIY, Recipes Tagged With: all natural, bath bomb, chemical-free, DIY, hydrosol, natural beauty, non-toxic, rose geranium

DIY Herbal Cleaner

April 28, 2014 by Andrea Fabry 8 Comments

DIY Herbal Cleaner

Did you know you can make a household cleaner with natural ingredients? This recipe has been passed down for generations because it’s simple and effective! The recipe for Vinegar of the Four Thieves has been passed down since the time of the Black Plague when thieves rubbed a mixture of herbs and vinegar on their… 

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Filed Under: Cleaning, DIY, Natural Living, Uncategorized Tagged With: 4 Thieves Vinegar, all natural, chemical-free, herbal cleaner, raw apple cider vinegar

DIY Deodorant Powder That Works

April 24, 2014 by Andrea Fabry 32 Comments

DIY Deodorant Powder That Works

Trying to eliminate petroleum-based chemicals from your personal care regimen? Looking for a healthy alternative to aluminum based deodorant? Consider homemade deodorant powder! Use this powder in combination with stick or roll-on deodorants – or try this on its own! Personalize with your favorite herbs and essential oils. This powder utilizes the toxin-binding properties of… 

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Filed Under: Beauty, DIY Tagged With: all natural, chemical-free, EM powder, homemade deodorant powder, rosemary essential oil, thyme

DIY Automatic Dishwasher Tablets

April 10, 2014 by Andrea Fabry 24 Comments

DIY Automatic Dishwasher Tablets

Avoid harsh chemicals with these simple, yet effective, tablets. Andrea Fabry DIY Automatic Dishwasher TabletsA silicone candy mold works well for these tablets. Save Recipe Print Recipe My Recipes My Lists My Calendar Ingredients1 cup baking soda1/3 cup washing soda (make your own- directions here )1/2 cup citric acid (available online or health food store)water… 

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Filed Under: Cleaning, House Tagged With: all natural, automatic dishwasher tablets, chemical-free, citric acid, DIY

Natural Air Fresheners

April 7, 2014 by Andrea Fabry Leave a Comment

Natural Air Fresheners

Air fresheners, in synthetic form, do little to freshen the air and do much to hamper our health. Their primary function of masking odors is accomplished either by deadening our nerves with a toxic chemical or interfering with our sense of smell by coating our nasal passages with an oil film. Thankfully, there are excellent… 

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Filed Under: Cleaning, DIY, House, microbes and mold Tagged With: air, all natural, chemical-free, diffuser, diffusers, freshen, health, odors, oils, plants, potpourri, synthetic fragrances, toxic mold, zeolite

DIY Laundry Soap

March 12, 2014 by Andrea Fabry 7 Comments

DIY  Laundry Soap

It’s easier than you may think to make your own laundry soap. With three simple ingredients you can avoid harsh chemicals and keep your clothes smelling fresh and clean. Andrea Fabry DIY Laundry Soap – PowderCut through the grease and grime with this old-fashioned laundry soap recipe Save Recipe Print Recipe My Recipes My Lists… 

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Filed Under: Cleaning, DIY, House, Uncategorized Tagged With: all natural, borax, castile soap, chemical-free, laundry powder, washing soda

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MEET ANDREA

I am a certified Building Biology Advocate, a former journalist, mother of nine, and avid CrossFitter who likes to think outside the box. After our family's health crisis in 2008, I learned to ask questions about what's in our food, our water, and our air. I hope to empower you as you seek to live safely in a complex world. Thankfully, small steps lead to big changes. Let's travel this road together, one step at a time.

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10 Things I’ve Learned (The Hard Way)

1. The answer may be right in front of you.
2. Time is often the best medicine.
3. Speak kindly to yourself.
4. The air we breathe matters.
5. It's better to know than not know.
6. Relinquishment is a balm for the soul.
7. Symptoms will instruct if we listen.
8. Sometimes you're the expert.
9. Allow hindsight to move you forward.
10. The next step is enough.

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