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Oh, The Things We'll Make!

Oh, The Things We'll Make!

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Make it Yourself

So many things that you normally buy can be made at home from scratch. Here is where I show you how to make everything from black garlic and tomato powder to homemade boba and croutons!

Save money and ensure that you have the highest quality ingredients by making your own pantry staples. The recipes and posts you will be seeing below are a mix of sweet and savory items that you can have in store. If you love milk tea, try making your own boba pearls from scratch. If you’re craving pasta, you can create this basic pasta dough quickly in time for the next meal.

Conserve your tomatoes in a way that saves space by making a super versatile tomato powder. Learn how to make tomato powder, and how to use it.Having the ability to create your own staples means lessening your trips to the grocery if you happen to run out of pantry basics! These recipes have saved me some time and effort for last minute trips so I really want to share this with you.
Two batches of homemade black boba, using different amounts of activated charcoal. One batch is slightly darker than the other batch.Browse through more MIY Pantry Basics here: 

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DIY Comfortable Breathable Face Masks

October 14, 2020 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Forced to wear a mask? Most face masks are uncomfortable and make it difficult to breathe. These are the most comfortable, breathable mask patterns …

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First Day of School Printable: Free Chalkboard Printable Sign

August 22, 2020 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Take fun first day of school photos to help track the growth of your kids from year to year. Download this free chalkboard background printable, and …

Read moreFirst Day of School Printable: Free Chalkboard Printable Sign
A pink fuzzy covered notebook and a pencil with foam hearts placed on a wood pallet, with pink striped cloth scraps in the background.

Easy DIY Notebook Cover

June 10, 2020 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Reading and writing can be so much more fun when you’re using a cute, removable cover. This easy, DIY notebook cover can be quickly and easily …

Read moreEasy DIY Notebook Cover
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Easy Galaxy Wall-E T-Shirt (& Disney Castle Shirt)

June 2, 2020 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Kids love making these easy Disney shirts with some supervision. Learn to make a galaxy Wall-E t-shirt or a Disney castle fireworks t-shirt using the …

Read moreEasy Galaxy Wall-E T-Shirt (& Disney Castle Shirt)
3 bowls of liquid, one turquoise, one pink, and one purple, in front of a bottle of liquid made from red cabbage, and next to a fresh red cabbage head sliced in half.

DIY Magical, Color Changing Food Coloring

May 17, 2020 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Fun for all ages, these magical, color-changing food colorings are obtained naturally from foods with special pigments whose hue changes in different …

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Foraged, Tropical, Stinging Nettle Smoothie

May 4, 2020 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Don’t let its sting scare you away, the stinging nettle packs a powerful nutritional punch and is a tasty addition to many recipes. Use it in …

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a collage of 4 photos of different recipes using stinging nettles.

Surprising Ways to Use Stinging Nettles (With Recipes)

April 28, 2020 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Think stinging nettles are just a weed? Think again. They’re a delicious, plant with numerous health benefits that can be used in recipes and in …

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A yellow duck stuffed animal and plastic eggs inside a homemade Easter basket made from t-shirt scraps. The basket is decorated with a big pink bow.

Easy Crochet Easter Basket (Using T-Shirt Yarn)

April 7, 2020 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Upcycle those old t-shirts into a cute, easy DIY crochet Easter basket. Even a beginner can make this in only a couple of hours. Easter baskets here …

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Sustainable Gardening Ideas

April 6, 2020 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Save money, water, and energy with these eco-friendly gardening ideas that are easily put into practice. With the warmer weather finally arriving, …

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Easy DIY Garden Markers

April 4, 2020 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Super cute and easy to make, these DIY polymer clay garden markers are a durable way to label your herb garden and other plants. With the coming of …

Read moreEasy DIY Garden Markers
A closeup of an origami newspaper pot filled with soil in front of a tray filled with more soil-filled origami pots.

Quick, DIY, Origami Flower Pots From Recycled Newspaper

March 31, 2020 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Quick and easy, making your own newspaper pots is a sustainable way to start your garden. Because they’re biodegradable, they can be planted …

Read moreQuick, DIY, Origami Flower Pots From Recycled Newspaper
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The Best Essential Oils for Cleaning and Disinfecting

March 19, 2020 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Clean and disinfect surfaces with this DIY disinfectant spray that makes use of some of the best essential oils for cleaning and disinfecting. …

Read moreThe Best Essential Oils for Cleaning and Disinfecting
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DIY Hand Sanitizer (That Actually Works!)

March 12, 2020 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Finally, a DIY hand sanitizer that is actually effective and easy to make! Learn how to make a spray or gel sanitizer. With the current health scare, …

Read moreDIY Hand Sanitizer (That Actually Works!)
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Hammered Shamrock Prints and Clover Hearts

March 10, 2020 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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A fun St. Patrick’s Day activity for kids or adults, these hammered shamrock prints and clover hearts are a festive way to decorate cloth for …

Read moreHammered Shamrock Prints and Clover Hearts
Homemade clay-based natural toothpaste (without cacao) shown on bamboo toothbrush.

Natural Homemade Toothpaste Recipes & Tips From a Dentist

February 25, 2020 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Brush and protect your teeth naturally with these homemade toothpaste recipes and tips for optimal dental hygiene from a dentist. One thing that …

Read moreNatural Homemade Toothpaste Recipes & Tips From a Dentist
A homemade pallet "studio" with artificial lights set up to take pictures of homemade carnitas.

DIY Photography Backdrops: Using a Pallet “Studio”

February 14, 2020 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Making your own DIY backdrops for photography, especially food and still life photography, is a great way to save money while you improve your photo …

Read moreDIY Photography Backdrops: Using a Pallet “Studio”
Closeup of tooth powder on a bamboo toothbrush. In the background theres a glass jar filled with the homemade tooth powder.

DIY Tooth Powder

February 13, 2020 by Kelly Hancock, RDH

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More sustainable than commercial toothpaste, tooth powders effectively clean your teeth. They’re simple to make, help save you money, and by …

Read moreDIY Tooth Powder
A bottle of homemade rose water hydrosol in front of a rose and rose petals

How to Make Rose Water and Rose Hydrosol

February 9, 2020 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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With a pleasant scent and anti-inflammatory properties, rose water and rose hydrosol are the perfect addition to homemade cosmetics. Learn several …

Read moreHow to Make Rose Water and Rose Hydrosol
Closeup of homemade rose petal bath bombs in a white bowl in front of a bowl of dried rose petals.

Rose Petal Bath Bomb Fizzies

February 8, 2020 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Soothe your skin and relax in a luxurious bath using these homemade rose petal bath bombs (aka. bath fizzies). Great for gifting or just a bit of …

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Overhead view of several pieces of homemade sidewalk chalk in three bright colors: pink, blue, and yellow.

Heart-shaped Homemade Sidewalk Chalk

January 23, 2020 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Making your own sidewalk chalk is a fun and easy project that kids will love. For Valentine’s Day, I decided to make heart-shaped chalk and …

Read moreHeart-shaped Homemade Sidewalk Chalk
A homemade cloth chalkboard heart with "Happy Valentine's Day!" written on it. It's surrounded by homemade chalk and next to a folded chalkboard.

Portable, Foldable Chalkboard Heart – The Perfect Valentine!

January 22, 2020 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Kids will love this portable, foldable chalkboard heart. It’s the perfect Valentine for young artists on the go. The other day I was playing …

Read morePortable, Foldable Chalkboard Heart – The Perfect Valentine!
A variety of homemade holiday lick-and-stick stamps- some for Halloween, some for Valentine's Day, and some for Christmas. Some have been stuck to envelopes.

Fun to Make Holiday Gelatin Postage Stamps (Lick and Stick)

January 21, 2020 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Kids love making these holiday postage stamps using a homemade gelatin glue. They’re so impressed that they can make their own lick-and-stick …

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Make Your Own Photo Calendar (Easy Gift Idea)

December 30, 2019 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Looking for a last-minute, easy holiday gift idea that will be treasured all year long? Why not make your own photo calendar using a flip photo frame …

Read moreMake Your Own Photo Calendar (Easy Gift Idea)
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Easy Gingerbread Soap Recipe

December 16, 2019 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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The perfect stocking stuffer, this homemade gingerbread soap is easy enough for beginners to make. It has a lovely fragrance that reminds you of the …

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