by Texas Homesteader ~
I make my own light & sheer face powder using cornstarch and natural colorings such as cinnamon or cocoa. With all the hype these days about toxins in cosmetics, I’m happy to find a zero-waste solution that works well for me for just pennies.
by Texas Homesteader ~
By now we all know the drill – we sort through our trash and recycle all we can for a cleaner, healthier environment. Yea, that’s awesome! But as I’ve said many times before, although recycling is very important, it’s still just another way of dealing with trash. Wouldn’t it be better if we could reduce the trash – recyclable or not – that we produce in a typical day in our own homes? Luckily it’s easy to do!
Recently I wrote a piece for the Mother Earth News that gives 6 easy ways to move toward a more zero-waste lifestyle. Hey, if you can help the environment in an effortless way – why not?? Check it out.
by Texas Homesteader ~
We all had to start the road to simplicity at the very beginning. So even if you’re a veteran eco-warrior, don’t belittle someone else’s humble beginnings. Let’s support each other in our path to living simply! Remember we’re all in different places in our lives.
by Texas Homesteader ~
Yes, you can still live the simple life, even in a Homeowners Association neighborhood. I’m sharing simple ways you might go ahead & live the simple life within HOA restrictions and hoping others will share what’s worked for them.
by Texas Homesteader ~
Looking for Christmas ideas? Everything from homemade gift ideas to how to quieten the noise and stress to create a holiday you love. Well you’ve come to the right place!
Today I’m sharing a roundup of my Christmas Ideas posts and there’s some good reading here! So grab some coffee & come stay a spell…
by Texas Homesteader ~
Y’all know I hate plastic. Hate. Yes, HATE. HAAAATE plastic. So I wanted to get rid of the plastic tumbler I’m using to drink water throughout the day.
I’ve had aluminum water bottles & wasn’t pleased with the experience. I’m assuming maybe stainless steel wouldn’t have the same issues? But I really, REALLY would prefer to drink from glass. So I went looking for a reusable glass water bottle.
by Texas Homesteader ~
I found six different ways to enjoy that whole chicken I cooked. I was surprised at how many times that one bird could feed us using the leftover chicken. We’ve really gotten a lot of mileage with different meals out of this one bird. Check it out!
by Texas Homesteader ~
I make quick & easy denim baskets using repurposed denim from old worn jeans. You can use them as a cute country-themed part of your home’s décor or even as cute gift bags. And it takes only sewing three straight lines. If I can do it, anyone can!
