All posts filed under: Feel Good Ideas

Spice Cabinet Redo

If you’re like me you may have a few days off for the Easter/Passover  holiday and you have a spice cabinet that looks like this. (my before pic) Then it might be a good time to get a little crafty like I did the other day. With only printable labels from the craft store (Michael’s), 4oz. Ball Jam Jars and some wrapping paper, that mess turned into this beauty… Add a little dish and some cute measuring spoons and cooking just got a whole lot easier! xJacq

DIY Natural Room Sprays

Sure, natural room sprays make a room smell nice, but they also do much more! Studies have shown lightly scenting a room using essential oils can have a variety of beneficial effects ranging from invigorating to calming depending on the oil you choose. Below are some proven blends or experiment using your favorite oils to create your own personal scent. If you are drawn to a particular smell, chances are it will benefit you, so go ahead and trust your intuition. If you are not using your room spray frequently, you can use a mixture of half water and half vodka to avoid a musty scent. The vodka smell dissipates quickly after it’s sprayed and the delicate  fragrance from the essential oils is all that’s left behind. It’s best to store your room spray out of direct sunlight. Enjoy! xJacq Start with one cup of water in a spray bottle, add 20-30 drops of essential oils, and shake well. Or use half vodka and half water to prolong the shelf-life.  Office or Study Room: 15 drops Lemon, 10 drops …