Springtime Essential Oil Cleaning Recipes!

Courtesy of RMO, I stumbled upon their Springtime cleaning recipes! 

They are running a sale on the oils we typically use in the spring; sale ends on the 25th of April. ;0) The recipes are conveniently given for each room in your home.  *I noted many of these I actually have made and used; like the first one, only I didn't add the castile soap (occasionally, I'd add Dawn). So, give these a looksie, they are just basic old fashioned recipes with our favorite oils added for more umph!

Note: The links to the Essential Oils will be in orange; first Doterra and then RMO. Whatever company you buy from is fine. I'm currently experimenting with various brands myself. ;0)

Cleaning Recipes for the Bedroom

At the end of the day, bedrooms are often one of the most neglected spaces in a home because guests rarely see them so the motivation to clean is lowered. This shouldn't be the case, however, since this is a place where you (hopefully) spend seven or more hours each day! Transform your bedroom into a tranquil retreat with these cleaning recipes created especially for your space.

Just Like A Pro’s Window Cleaner

Ingredients:

·         2 cups Rubbing Alcohol

·         1/2 cup White Vinegar

·         1/2 teaspoon liquid Castile Soap

·        *Note: DoTerra link first, then RMO link for essential oils needed to make the recipe. 
15 drops https://www.mydoterra.com/ShoppingCart/index.cfm?FuseAction=CategoryShop&CategoryID=42 or Citrus Blend

·         Water

Directions:
In a large bucket, combine alcohol and vinegar. Add enough water to make 1 gallon. Add Castile soap and essential oils and stir gently to combine. Pour into a spray bottle and shake well before every use. Spray on windows and wipe clean with a soft, dry cloth. Good to use on outside windows as well as inside.

Spicy Potpourri

Ingredients:

·         2 drops Nutmeg

·         1 drop https://www.mydoterra.com/ShoppingCart/index.cfm?FuseAction=CategoryShop&CategoryID=17 or Clove Bud

·         2 dropshttps://www.mydoterra.com/ShoppingCart/index.cfm?FuseAction=CategoryShop&CategoryID=18 or Cinnamon Bark

·         Peel of 1 orange

·         Optional: Leaves, wood shavings, cleaned and dried fruit stones (peach, plum and apricot), dried flowers, cinnamon sticks, clove buds, whole nutmeg, etc.

Directions:
Combine all ingredients in a plastic bag and let sit for a few days so the aroma can settle in to all of the potpourri ingredients. Put in container of your choice. can add extra drops of essential oils as the aroma fades.

Refreshing Mist Spray

Ingredients:

·         20 dropshttps://www.mydoterra.com/ShoppingCart/index.cfm?FuseAction=CategoryShop&CategoryID=20 or Eucalyptus Globulus

·         16 drops https://www.mydoterra.com/ShoppingCart/index.cfm?FuseAction=CategoryShop&CategoryID=26 or Lavender

·         10 drops https://www.mydoterra.com/ShoppingCart/index.cfm?FuseAction=CategoryShop&CategoryID=28 or Lemongrass

·         4 ounces pure water

Directions:
Add all ingredients to a 4 ounce, fine mist spray bottle. Shake well before every use. Spray the room several times over a couple of hours. Good to clear out stale odors as well as cigarette smoke.

Cleaning Recipes for the Living Room

Living rooms are a great gathering place for friends and family. Establish a welcoming atmosphere with a clean space enhanced by essential oils. Use these recipes to get rid of germs, stains and stale air and help your home become a refuge from the outside world.

Mirror Bright Cleaner

Ingredients:
1 1/2 cups White Vinegar
1/2 cup Water
8 dropshttps://www.mydoterra.com/ShoppingCart/index.cfm?FuseAction=CategoryShop&CategoryID=31 or Orange, https://www.mydoterra.com/ShoppingCart/index.cfm?FuseAction=CategoryShop&CategoryID=27 or Lemon, https://www.mydoterra.com/ShoppingCart/index.cfm?FuseAction=CategoryShop&CategoryID=42 or Citrus Blend or https://www.mydoterra.com/ShoppingCart/index.cfm?FuseAction=CategoryShop&CategoryID=25 or Grapefruit 

Directions:
Combine all ingredients in a plastic spray bottle and shake well before every use. Clean mirrors with it using a dry cloth or towel.

Magic Carpet Cleaner

Ingredients:
10 drops https://www.mydoterra.com/ShoppingCart/index.cfm?FuseAction=CategoryShop&CategoryID=17 or Clove Bud
15 drops https://www.mydoterra.com/ShoppingCart/index.cfm?FuseAction=CategoryShop&CategoryID=31 or Orange
15 drops https://www.mydoterra.com/ShoppingCart/index.cfm?FuseAction=CategoryShop&CategoryID=26 or Lavender
8 ounce Baking Soda

Directions:
Put the soda in a polythene bag or glass jar with a lid. Add essential oils and mix well. Seal bag or jar tightly and allow oils to permeate the baking soda for at least 24 hours. Sprinkle over carpet, leave for at least 30 minutes before vacuuming.

Room Disinfectant Mist Spray

Ingredients:
65 drops https://www.mydoterra.com/ShoppingCart/index.cfm?FuseAction=CategoryShop&CategoryID=36 or Tea Tree
50 drops https://www.mydoterra.com/ShoppingCart/index.cfm?FuseAction=CategoryShop&CategoryID=37  or  Thyme
35 drops  https://www.mydoterra.com/ShoppingCart/index.cfm?FuseAction=CategoryShop&CategoryID=20 orEucalyptus Globulus
4 fluid ounces pure water

Directions:
Combine all ingredients in a 4 ounce, fine mist spray bottle. Liberally spritz room to clean the air. Can also use it to wipe down counters.

Cleaning Recipes for the Kitchen

The kitchen is often referred to as the heart of the home. Whether you're cooking meals for your family, having late night talks with your children or hosting a dinner party, you want your kitchen to be clean. To help make that process easier, try one of our cleaning recipes with essential oils! From wiping down counters to ridding your sink of soap scum and leftover food, RMO has you and your kitchen covered.

Ready-to-Use Kitchen Wipes

Ingredients:

·         1 cup Water

·         1 ounce Liquid Castile Soap

·         6 - 8 drops https://www.mydoterra.com/ShoppingCart/index.cfm?FuseAction=CategoryShop&CategoryID=31 orTangerine

Directions:
In a sealable container, add formula and store multiple squares of soft cotton cloth or cellulose sponges. After use, they can be washed and returned to the container. Keep it tightly sealed in between uses.

Fruity Dishwashing Blend

Ingredients:

·         15 dropshttps://www.mydoterra.com/ShoppingCart/index.cfm?FuseAction=CategoryShop&CategoryID=42 or Citrus Blend

·         6 drops  https://www.mydoterra.com/ShoppingCart/index.cfm?FuseAction=CategoryShop&CategoryID=26 orLavender

·         5 dropshttps://www.mydoterra.com/ShoppingCart/index.cfm?FuseAction=CategoryShop&CategoryID=205 or Bergamot

·         Liquid Castile soap

Directions:
Fill a clean 22 ounce plastic squirt bottle with castile soap (diluted according to directions if using a concentrate). Add the essential oils. Shake the bottle before each use. Add 1-2 tablespoons of the liquid to the dishwasher and wash as usual.

Sink Scrubber for Stains

Ingredients:

·         1/4 cup Borax

·         1/4 cup Baking Soda

·         8 drops  https://www.mydoterra.com/ShoppingCart/index.cfm?FuseAction=CategoryShop&CategoryID=34 orRosemary, Eucalyptus Globulus or  https://www.mydoterra.com/ShoppingCart/index.cfm?FuseAction=CategoryShop&CategoryID=36 orTea Tree

·         3/4 cup Vinegar (for rinsing)

Directions:
Combine the Borax, baking soda, and essential oil in an airtight container and shake well to blend. Keep closed and allow to sit for 24 hours. Sprinkle a small amount of the powder into the sink and scrub with a damp sponge. Rinse sink with vinegar, then run hot water for 5 minutes.

Cleaning Recipes for the Bathroom

When it comes to dreaded chores, the bathroom is often a leading source of stress. From mildew growing on the shower walls to stubborn stains in the toilet bowl, the bathroom has a lot of cleaning opportunities that aren't very enticing but must be done.

To help you get the job done, we assembled a list of our staff's favorite bathroom recipes that use essential oils. Your house will be sparkling in no time, and you can rest easy knowing you didn't expose your body or family to harmful chemical cleaners in the process.

Tile/Grout Cleaner

·         1 cup Baking Soda

·         1 cup Borax

·         20 drops  https://www.mydoterra.com/ShoppingCart/index.cfm?FuseAction=CategoryShop&CategoryID=26 orLavender oil

·         10 drops  https://www.mydoterra.com/ShoppingCart/index.cfm?FuseAction=CategoryShop&CategoryID=36 orTea Tree oil

Place all ingredients in a large, glass measuring cup and mix well. Pour into a large container with a lid. (Can be an old yogurt or detergent tub.) Label container. Apply with a natural bristle brush for best results.

Toilet Cleaner

·         1 cup distilled Water

·         1/2 cup Liquid Castile Soap

·         1 cup Baking Soda

·         1/4 cup White Vinegar

·         1 teaspoon  https://www.mydoterra.com/ShoppingCart/index.cfm?FuseAction=CategoryShop&CategoryID=36 orTea Tree oil

·         1 teaspoon https://www.mydoterra.com/ShoppingCart/index.cfm?FuseAction=CategoryShop&CategoryID=26 or Lavender oil

Mix all ingredients into a large measuring cup. Be careful when you add the vinegar because the whole thing will fizz up. Pour into a squirt bottle and use for the toilet bowl, rim and seat.

Sink/Counter Cleaner

·         Lavender Soft Scrubber

·         3/4 cup Baking Soda

·         1/4 cup Powdered Milk

·         1/8 cup Liquid Castile Soap

·         5 drops https://www.mydoterra.com/ShoppingCart/index.cfm?FuseAction=CategoryShop&CategoryID=26 or Lavender oil

·         Water

Combine baking soda, milk, castile soap, and lavender oil in a plastic squirt bottle. Add just enough water to make a smooth paste. Shake or stir to mix. Apply to surface, then wipe area clean with a damp sponge or cloth. Rinse well.

Mold Buster Formula

·         1 cup White Vinegar

·         1/2 cup Water

·         4 dropshttps://www.mydoterra.com/ShoppingCart/index.cfm?FuseAction=CategoryShop&CategoryID=25 or Grapefruit oil

·         3 drops  https://www.mydoterra.com/ShoppingCart/index.cfm?FuseAction=CategoryShop&CategoryID=205 orBergamot oil

·         2 teaspoons   https://www.mydoterra.com/ShoppingCart/index.cfm?FuseAction=CategoryShop&CategoryID=36 orTea Tree oil

Combine all ingredients in a spray bottle and shake to mix before using. Spray mixture on surfaces where mold is present and allow to sit for a few hours. Spray again and allow to dry. Do not rinse.

Cleaning Recipes for the Hallway

Hallways are the veins of your home, ushering pets, guests and children to the various rooms. With all that traffic, the hallways can gather fingerprints, dirt and remnants of snow sludge. To keep your space clean and walkways clear, try one of these recipes that utilizes essential oils instead of harsh chemical cleaners.

All-Purpose Citrus Wall Cleaner

Ingredients:

·         1 cup water

·         1/2 cup Vinegar

·         6 dropshttps://www.mydoterra.com/ShoppingCart/index.cfm?FuseAction=CategoryShop&CategoryID=27 or Lemon,  https://www.mydoterra.com/ShoppingCart/index.cfm?FuseAction=CategoryShop&CategoryID=25 orGrapefruit, orhttps://www.mydoterra.com/ShoppingCart/index.cfm?FuseAction=CategoryShop&CategoryID=31 or Orange oil

Directions:
Combine all ingredients in a plastic spray bottle. Shake vigorously before each use. Lightly spray the affected areas of your wall and wipe with a clean, damp sponge.

Citrus-Scented Wood Floor Wax

Ingredients:

·         1 cup Linseed oil

·         1/4 cup lemon juice

·         2 tablespoons grated Beeswax

·         2 tablespoons Carnauba wax

·         6 dropshttps://www.mydoterra.com/ShoppingCart/index.cfm?FuseAction=CategoryShop&CategoryID=27 or Lemon oil

·         2 dropshttps://www.mydoterra.com/ShoppingCart/index.cfm?FuseAction=CategoryShop&CategoryID=31 or Orange oil

Directions:
Place linseed oil, 1/4 cup lemon juice, and waxes in a double boiler over low heat. Stir constantly until completely melted and smooth. Add essential oils. Remove from heat and pour the mixture into a clean coffee can and allow to harden.

Once the wax has hardened, tap the sides of the can until the wax breaks free. Turn out the wax and gently rub it into the floor, like a crayon. Saturate a cloth with lemon juice, wring it out, and rub wax tracings well into the floor. Buff with a clean, dry cloth.

Cleaning Recipes for the Office

Whether you're tidying your home office or freshening up your workplace, these recipes use essential oils to get your office clean and ready for work.

Easy Breezy Glass Cleaner

·         1 cup Water

·         1 cup White Vinegar

·         10 dropshttps://www.mydoterra.com/ShoppingCart/index.cfm?FuseAction=CategoryShop&CategoryID=27 or Lemon

Combine all ingredients in a small spray bottle and shake well before every use. Spray lightly onto a cleaning cloth and wipe surfaces until dry. Good for monitors, glass surfaces of printers, etc.

Basic Office Dust & Germ Buster

·         2 cups Water

·         1 cup White Vinegar

·         1 teaspoon https://www.mydoterra.com/ShoppingCart/index.cfm?FuseAction=CategoryShop&CategoryID=25 orGrapefruit oil

·         10 dropshttps://www.mydoterra.com/ShoppingCart/index.cfm?FuseAction=CategoryShop&CategoryID=31 or Orange oil

Combine all ingredients in a plastic spray bottle and shake well before every use. Spray directly onto a dry cloth and wipe surfaces clean.

Cleaning Office Phone

·         2 tablespoons Water

·         2 drops https://www.mydoterra.com/ShoppingCart/index.cfm?FuseAction=CategoryShop&CategoryID=34 orRosemary oil

·         2 drops https://www.mydoterra.com/ShoppingCart/index.cfm?FuseAction=CategoryShop&CategoryID=36 or Tea Tree oil

Blend all ingredients in a small bowl or cup. Moisten a soft cloth with this solution and clean the telephone receiver. Use a second cloth to dry it off.

For more essential oil recipes: 
http://lisakramerartlifestyle.blogspot.com/2016/05/diy-geranium-essence-for-lotions-day.html
http://lisakramerartlifestyle.blogspot.com/2016/03/essential-oil-recipes-ive-been-enjoying.html

Essential Oil Recipes! Diffuser, Allergies, Afterbite roller, Anti-Snore, Anti-Fugus/Bacteria, Eyelash growth, Baby wipes, Lip balm

Essential Oil Recipes!

I've been enjoying the use of essential oils; the following are the recipes I've been making in our household. I'll keep adding more recipes, as I come up with more that are a success for our family. 

I've been using DoTerra, but I'm also experimenting with other brands, as well as researching the "best oils." I may do a follow-up post on the results. 

FAV's: My current favorite DoTerra oils are: OnGuard, Slim & Sassy, Zendocrine, DigestZen, Frankincense and Motivate.

My current FAV diffusing recipes: 

Pollen be Gone:
I live in Atlanta, pollen count is crazy! Allergies are a problem!
Ingredients:
2 drops peppermint
2 drops lemon
2 drops lavender
or
Breathe (at night)

Study Time:
(You could call it the anti-ADD too).
Ingredients:
2 drops peppermint
2 drops wild orange
or
2 drops rosemary
2 drops wild orange

Chill:
Ingredients:
2 drops frankincense
2 drops balance
1 drop vetiver (optional; it is more sedating for evening)

Welcome!:
Ingredients:
2 drops rosemary
2 drops lavender
2 drops lemon
or 
Elevation also smells welcoming. 

Where I get my essential oils from:  http://www.doterra essential oils

Here are the diffusers that I use and love: 

I have these two 500ml diffusers in my great room:

http://smile.amazon.com/Aglaia-Aromatherapy-Essential-Ultrasonic-Humidifier/dp/B014F4UXDA/?ie=UTF8&refRID=0B3D679E86F976GCMG3Y&dpSrc=sims&dpID=41K5X%2B3XKGL&ref=pd_sim_201_7&preST=_AC_UL160_SR160%2C160_

And

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0118QC1BA/?ref=cm_sw_r_pi_dp_KZr1wb0HS3GGG

I use this 100 ml in my bedroom:

http://www.amazon.com/URPOWER-Essential-Humidifier-Adjustable-Waterless/dp/B00Y2CQRZY/?qid=1456806923&s=hpc&sr=1-1-spell&keywords=diffusers+lrpower&ie=UTF8&ref=sr_1_sc_1_s_it
~For the links: copy and paste them into your browser, this post looked strange with all the links active, because they were all an ugly orange shade.;-/

Fav all purpose cleaner:
This it the recipe I've settled on for cleaning my counters, and etc. I usually make one batch, filling a large glass sprayer for me, and one small sprayer each for my mom's (my mother and my mom-in-law). (Most recipes that I make, I send out at least two small size gifts for family or friends).

I usually write on a sticker the recipe, and stick it onto the bottle.

Ingredients:

1 Tbl OnGuard cleaner concentrate

20 drops Purity

20 drops Wild Orange

1 cup vinegar

1 cup water

1/2 cup rubbing alcohol

Fav outdoor must have:

I'm always on the lookout for ways to use old standards, like witch hazel. Here is a recipe I've been using for: Sunburn and bug bites. It is also good for perinuem issues and hemorrhoids. ;-) 

Bites be Gone:

Ingredients:

2 drops peppermint

3 drops lavender

Witch hazel to fill 1 oz spray or roller glass bottle. 

Or this Afterbite with Tea Tree:

2 drops basil

4 drops tea tree / melaleuca

2 tea aloe vera

1 tea jojoba oil

Link to buy jojoba:

https://jet.com/product/detail/544674eb46dd47e2a831646f38c6bd15?jcmp=pla:ggl:gen_health_beauty_a3:personal_care_cosmetics_skin_care_a3_other:na:na:na:na:na:2&code=PLA15&ds_c=gen_health_beauty_a3&ds_cid&ds_ag=personal_care_cosmetics_skin_care_a3_other&product_id=544674eb46dd47e2a831646f38c6bd15&product_partition_id=156530710620&gclid=CIK-lvTN8MsCFU0vgQod48YL6A

Package deal for various glass containers: 

http://www.lovingessentialoils.com/products/20-pc-tool-kit?utm_campaign=Pinterest%20Buy%20Button&utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Pinterest&utm_content=pinterest-buy-button-08bfb317f-2f84-4942-a79c-7f5634c15043



Anti-Snoring treatment:My next ToDo project is to formulate an anti-snoring remedy. I haven't tried this yet, due to not having the more costly ingredients, but I've researched various herbs and have come up with the following recipe: 


"Be Gone %#@!" Snoring:

5 drops rose
3 drops clary sage
3 drops roman chamomile
3 drops marjoram
2 drops eucalyptus (optional: globulus)
2 drops myrtle 
1 Tbl fractionated coconut oil

Application:
At bedtime: Rug  onto chest (not on breasts), neck (including back of neck), shoulders and back.


Fav Allergic Reaction treatment; or what I enjoy saying, "die fungus & bacteria," stuff:

My dog is allergic to everything! Meat, grass, and wheat, so he experiences itchy feet, bacterial and fungal infections on his tail and in his ears regularly. His prescribed food is made only of fish and sweet potato; which we can now find cheaper at Pet Smart. We had been giving him an anti-bacterial ear drop and skin medicines; however, the chronic use of medication is not good! So, I made up this topical and it has worked extremely well for him. I experimented before I decided on this recipe, and I found the most effective ingredient to killing fungus or bacteria on him was oregano! ~It is powerful, so I'd be careful not to not put it on directly onto a pet's skin, without diluting it first. 
BTW, this recipe is great for people too. 








Be Gone Fungus Bacteria!:
Or what we call it, Puppy Cure: 
Ingredients:
12 drops of lavender
12 drops of oregano
7 drops of onguard
4 drops of frankincense
3 drops of digestzen or ginger
3 drops of immortelle
1 drop of rosemary 
1 drop basil
1 Tbl aloe vera
1 drop calendula oil (optional)
1 drop of weak cloves** (Optional; I infused the weak olive oil mixtures myself, using low heat and about a 1/2C of cloves with fractionated coconut oil); giving a weaker, less concentrated version. 
1 drop of weak garlic**(Optional; Over low heat, I infused my garden's garlic bunches into fractionated coconut oil; giving a weaker, less concentrated version. 
**Due to potential garlic and clove toxicity issues for small dogs; I prefer the weaker concentrate).
1 Tbl. or 1/2 oz fractionated coconut oil

Directions:
Add the first 12 ingredients to your glass bottle; I get the aloe vera into the bottle by using a small funnel. Then I add the coconut oil into the funnel, which gets the rest of the soothing aloe vera into the mix. Mix ingredients by shaking the 1 oz. glass bottle. I purchased a dropper for application. Two links:
http://www.amazon.com/Perfume-Studio%C2%AE-Dropper-Bottles-Essential/dp/B016SH32GM/ref=pd_sim_sbs_79_1?ie=UTF8&dpID=41TqLad0U0L&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR147%2C160_&refRID=04NY8ZMFX0YB8N5PWJMG
or
https://www.ebottles.com/showbottles-bottle-1508-kw-ELIQUID_DROPPER_BOTTLES.htm

Application:
For a skin infection:  Apply topically, making sure to not get into eyes, privates or nose. Once your pet has been diagnosed with dermatitis or skin allergies, tests can find what pollen's, dusts, insects or molds cause their allergic reaction; however, it will not test food allergies that cause skin rashes.


For an ear infection: Dilute Bragg organic apple cider with sterile water  (50% to 50% ratio). Fill ear until full of liquid and rub around; then let him shake them. Carefully q-tip or cotton ball out the black infection. Add two drops of essential herb oil mixture to each ear and rub ear around. This last step is my dogs favorite part. 
Great video if your afraid to use q-tips:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4odbAlDRiz0



Eyelash Growth Nourish:

Eyelash Serum:

Ingredients:

Use fractionated coconut oil or the solid variety, vitamin E oil or organic castor oil as main ingredient.

 2 drops each of lavender & lemon. 10 oz. roller glass bottle.

Application:

Apply roller to under eye skin area; gently rub lashes into oil.  Note: don't get Essential oils into your eyes. 

Here is the brand I buy. Link to buy:  http://www.amazon.com/Castor-Organic-Pressed-Virgin-Dr-Adorable/dp/B00H5WB1OU


For cobalt blue glass:
I just love the cobalt blue color, but they usually cost a bit more than the clear or brown. Due to the variety of choices and price, I usually purchase glass from Amazon. I make care packages for my family, so I send out a lot of containers ;0)

Link to Amazon; I search for whatever container I'm looking for on their website: http://www.amazon.com/Rioa-Essential-Oils-Roller-Bottles/dp/B015IR3SB2

FAV Wipes:

I use wipes for most things; I like to keep them handy in the car and my "baby" is 17! Lol. 

Easy Baby Wipes:

Ingredients:

1 roll of heavy duty paper towels like Bounty.

2 ¼ cups of water (or distilled, which will last longer than one week)

2 Tbsp baby bath

15 drops of lavender or favorite essential oil that is approved for babies.

1 Tbl baby oil

Cut paper towels in half with an electric knife. Place in a plastic container, add liquid. Remove cardboard center and pull wipes from the center.

Or

Completely Natural Baby Wipes:

Ingredients:

1 roll heavy duty paper towels like Bounty

1 ¾ Cups water (or distilled, which will last longer than one week)

1 Tbl aloe vera

1 Tbl witch hazel extract

1 Tbl liquid castile soap

6 drops grapefruit

6 drops wild orange

6 drops lavender

1 ½ tea vitamin E oil

1 tea almond oil

FAV Lips:

Chap-stick or lip balm:

Ingredients & links to find what I buy at bottom:

3 tea. Or 1 Tbl Or ½ ounce beeswax

3 tea. Or 1 Tbl Or ½ ounce pure solid coconut oil 

1 ½ tea. Or ½ Tbl Or ¼ ounce shea butter

1 ½ tea. Or ½ Tbl Or ¼ ounce cocoa butter

15-30 drops favorite flavor of essential oil http://www.doterra essential oils (my fav's: wild orange, lemon or rose)

2 tea vanilla extract

Instructions:

Microwave mixture in a Glass measuring cup; stirring frequently, until melted.

Pour liquid into recycled or new lip balm containers or chap-stick or lipstick containers. 

$8.99 for 25 or $7.99 for 50 containers!:  http://www.amazon.com/empty-tubes-containers-translucent-natural/dp/b00v96kc16 or these: http://www.amazon.com/Houseables-Cosmetic-Container-Plastic-Jewelry/dp/B00TT70OME/ref=pd_sim_194_2?ie=UTF8&dpID=4136YWHeUBL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR160%2C160_&refRID=0A9805G35N77DXECB0QP

Links to buy:
Beeswax:

 http://www.amazon.com/YELLOW-1LBKy%2BL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR91%2C160_&refRID=1DV778RQMKFJ88JRTRHS
Shea butter:
http://www.amazon.com/Organic-Unrefined-Products--Healthier-Guarantee/dp/B00XM19RL2/ref=sr_1_5_s_it?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1458705395&sr=1-5&keywords=bees+wax+coconut+oil
Cocoa butter:
http://www.amazon.com/Certified-Organic-Unprocessed-Incredible-Organically/dp/B00JPXPGHK/ref=pd_sim_194_5?ie=UTF8&dpID=41Bu2nZMqjL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR160%2C160_&refRID=0MG79V54513CPMP8YMVM
essential oil: http://www.doterra essential oils

For more Essential Recipes:  http://lisakramerartlifestyle.blogspot.com/2016/04/courtesy-rmos-i-stumbled-upon-their.html
http://lisakramerartlifestyle.blogspot.com/2016/05/diy-geranium-essence-for-lotions-day.html

April Fools Day

I like to Prank the kids on April Fools Day. Here are more prank ideas for this April, 2016!

Because my youngest child loves junk food, this is my fav idea... I've decided this is what I am adding to the top of my April Fools to-do list this year!

http://www.buzzfeed.com/lukebailey/lol-pranks

A great idea that is a must do this year! Serve it with the Ahem ...chicken McNuggets!

http://themetapicture.com/and-just-wait/

Two fun ideas like sandwich baggie with what appears to be molding sandwich and "Opps, how did your car get scratched?":

These days, you have to have techno plans too; this link has fun ideas on how to mess with those you care about, techno-style! 

http://www.buzzfeed.com/alannaokun/truly-excellent-ways-to-mess-with-someones-technology?utm_term=.phD3JO04Nm

And lastly, one for the office too!

http://themetapicture.com/im-hitting-every-copier-in-the-office-with-this/

March still reminds me of those tragic events years ago, leading up to my husband's death. So, like most other widows, I quietly seek anything that will help how I feel inside. While looking for comfort on his death anniversary, I came across this beautiful poem by Linda Ellis. It helped me to think of his short life in a different way, so I thought I'd share with those who grieve and read this blog. 

I hope you can find joy again while you are living in your Dash. 

The Pack-Rat Poem, written by Lisa Kramer

Hello everyone, I haven't posted a blog in long while; a few of my good blog buddies have spoken. ;-) So, I'm going to begin with simply posting what is the easiest; posting the latest thing I already wrote, lol ~ a poem! 

Today I have family helping out their mom to de-clutter and clean her home. Getting a house ready to sell is a large task for anyone, it becomes an even greater challenge when you're dealing with someone who leans towards a 

pack-rat mind set. I can say this because my own mother can fall into the pack-rat category. It may that generation, hence my choice of the word pack-rat over today's word, hoarder. Although, not as bad as the television show, mind you. 

A few hours ago, I was sent a text containing of a photo of my husband, standing on the beach (during a break, I guess), and under the image was the following words, "Clutter, clutter, mountains of clutter, far as the eye can see." So because my thumbs went to typing, my love of writing, and my weird ability to talk about anything, I got carried away as I finished his poem. ;0)
So I texted back the following: 

"In the garage I shutter, as a whiff of stench lingers in my nose, so I sputtered and stuttered while I uttered,"what the futter!" I muttered, "cheese cutters, butter tubs, an old gutter, linoleum cutters, and a putter, junk as far as the eye can see! 

In the fridge, as far as the eye can see, dates of old apple butter, brown butter?, or is that green to be seen?, cocoa butter, peanut butter, and a 2008 jar of bread and butter! Alas I see the source of the smell, an anchovy butter long abandoned. I see its green sheen, wanted to scream, but threw up peagreen over my bluejean, as far as the eye can see. 







So, I ask the nearby complaining teen, Colleen to clean while I dejean. I need a vaccine, a clean steam, as this latrine of sea green and clutter takes me aflutter. The only thing missing is snail butter! 

I dutter, take a cigar cutter, and rutter to the beach, sea green, as far as the eye can see; as a whiff of sea lingers in my nose, I'm no longer nutters, I'm now all butters!"

The texting was all in good fun; breaking up the monotony of the non-fun task of going through items long forgotten, until the owner of the clutter sees the bin of saved glass jars and empty plastic butter bins; suddenly, those items are precious Keepers! Once home from his trip, he later he said of his sisters, "they were saints dealing with all of that; while I did the easier chores of house and outdoor repair." Anyone reading this, who is currently helping with the declutter task might chuckle and certainly can relate!