I love collecting soap. The boxes, the colors, the smells- it’s the total package. But in an effort to stick to my New Year’s resolution of parring down what I need, it was time to actually start using the soaps. So, I needed a soap dish. Aaaannnndddd they are all very expensive. The thought of wood […] Read More
March Events in Chicago
Mar 5 International Home + Housewares Show McCormick Place, Sat 10:00 am – Tues 3:00 pm 2,100 exhibitors from over 40 countries showcasing the latest in houseware goods. Never to early to be looking for a Mother’s Day gift. more details + ticket info Mar 11 “Only Yesterday” Showing Music Box Theatre, all week […] Read More
Easy, Healthy Lunch: Sweet Potato Quesadillas
Trying to be good during lunch and looking sadly at your salad should not a daily routine. (Of course the sad salad exception is the radish salad from earlier this year.) Sweet potatoes can amp up your usual salad ingredients while still providing all the nutrients to get you through the day, or at least to […] Read More
Non-Toxic Way to Remove Labels from Glass Jars
Easy life hack coming your way! I had this method lined up awhile go, but was just waiting for enough glass jars to pile up… Any-who, follow along for the easiest, non-toxic way to remove labels from glass jars. Supplies a pot deep enough to surround your jar 3 T baking soda water Fill your […] Read More
2 Ingredient, Hot Oil Treatments for Winter Hair Woes
My curly hair is use to the constant humidity of Florida, and has not taken kindly to the dry, Chicago air. Luckily, I have a huge tub of coconut oil & a growing essential oil collection left over from the bath bomb project. Coconut oil can double as a moisturizer and a carrier for essential oils, making […] Read More
