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The independently published magazine, Plants are Magic, is a new obsession of mine. This magazine celebrates botanical creativity and the human relationship with plants. It is full of interviews, stories, recipes and craft tutorials, and beautiful imagery. It is published by Rebecca Desnos, a natural dyer and writer in the UK. I absolutely love what […] Read more…
For some, finding the perfect notebook is akin to finding perfectly fitting jeans or just the right coffee blend. I am one of those people. I am a notebook person and I could literally spend an entire day (or more) perusing notebooks. I’ve been a notebook lover ever since I can remember, probably since pre-school […] Read more…
These raw vegan super food truffles are easy to make and quite delicious! They make for a great afternoon snack when you’re working hard and need a boost / to satisfy a craving for something sweet (but not too sweet). I’ve created two variations of this recipe so be sure to read to the end! […] Read more…
If you saw my 2018 planners post, you know how much I love a good planner / agenda notebook, making daily to-do lists, and setting goals to turn those dreams into plans! For 2019, I have my planners (yes, plural) lined up and ready to share with you. Along with a slew of pretty washi tape, […] Read more…
Do you suffer from stress? I’m betting that many of you would nod in agreement to that question. I do too. Chronic stress, with a side of anxiety, and the occasional dash of panic attack. I know that life isn’t going to suddenly become void of all stress-triggers, so I do what I can to […] Read more…
The time for gift giving is upon us and I have a fantastic recommendation for the perfect holiday gift. You guys know I don’t just recommend anything that comes my way — I have to really like it to give my stamp of approval and feel a certain level of excitement to recommend it to others. […] Read more…
Full Unicorn may be my favorite natural skincare line in a long time, and that has nothing to do with the fact that this brand’s name includes my favorite mythical creature (though that is pretty cool). It is a fairly new brand and kindly sent me their Radiant Facial Set to try. At first I was excited […] Read more…
Over the course of the summer I’ve been trying a few skincare products from Shea Terra that I absolutely love! This is a great company that you can read more about here, but I especially love that Shea Terra Organics sources the most potent organic and wild-harvested ingredients from across Africa. They have a large product […] Read more…
I was skeptical at first. But now that I’ve tried Natural Shilajit for more than a month now, I can honestly say that you should give it a try! I was pleasantly surprised by this powerhouse mineral source and it has become a daily part of my self-care rituals. Shilajit has been used for thousands […] Read more…
Asking me if I want my beauty and skincare to be plant-powered is like asking me if I’d like time for an extra nap during the week. Um, yes please! Plant-Powered Beauty: The Essential Guide to Using Plant-Based Ingredients for Health, Wellness, and Personal Skincare was sent to me when it was released in March, […] Read more…
Sugar scrubs are one of my favorite things to make at home! They’re simple, quick, and you can save quite a bit of money if you make your own vs. buying them year-round. This week I created a recipe for a citrus sugar scrub that has a gentle blend of essential oils including tangerine, frankincense, […] Read more…
I’m a always up for trying a new skincare product from 100% Pure! They’ve created some of my all time favorites in clean/green beauty over the years. Over the past six weeks I’ve been trying out a few of their newer items including the Tea Tree & Willow Clarifying Cleanser, Green Tea EGCG Concentrate Serum […] Read more…