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Oh, The Things We'll Make!

Make it yourself so that you control the ingredients!

The Truth About Breastfeeding a Toddler

September 11, 2013

Breastfeeding a toddler isn't very socially acceptable, but why not? Should we take the example of other mammals and breastfeed longer? I tell my experience.

Breastfeeding a toddler isn’t very socially acceptable, but why not? Should we take the example of other mammals and breastfeed longer? This week is a busy week for me. Not only has my son begun his first week of classes, but we are in the middle of construction at our house. People are constantly running around…

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Tagged: babies

The Fine Line Between Being a Hoarder and Being Sentimental: The Baby Clothes Keepsake Quilt

August 30, 2013

Are you sentimental, but don’t want to be a hoarder? Making a baby clothes keepsake quilt is a practical way to save precious outgrown baby clothes. One of the great differences I have noticed between living in the US and living in Spain, is that sentimentality doesn’t play the same role here that I thought…

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8 Comments / Filed In: Arts & Crafts, Make it Yourself
Tagged: babies, sewing, t-shirts, upcycling

Puppy Binkie Pattern

July 30, 2013

Learn to sew a super cute baby binkie or security blanket that looks like a puppy with free pattern and instructions.

Learn to sew a super cute baby binkie or security blanket that looks like a puppy with free pattern and instructions.  My son loves dogs. Even before he was born, though, I had a hunch that he would, having two of them at home. So, one of the first things that I made for him…

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15 Comments / Filed In: Arts & Crafts, Make it Yourself
Tagged: babies, sewing

Fruit Ice Cubes: Freezing Fruit for Smoothies or Baby Food

July 24, 2013

a rainbow of fruit ice cubes ready for making into smoothies

Making fruit ice cubes for smoothies and homemade baby food is the best way to freeze excess fruit so it doesn’t take up excess room in your freezer!  I love smoothies for both me and for my son. I’ve found that one of the best ways to easily get him to eat some fruit, veggies,…

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16 Comments / Filed In: Garden & Hens, MIY Pantry Basics, Recipes
Tagged: babies, green living, preserving, smoothies

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Hello, I’m Tracy!

I love making my own natural products like soaps and lotions and my own pantry items like yogurt and salad dressings.
Why do I do it? Sometimes to save money, sometimes because it's healthier, but I always love having control of the ingredients!​ My goal is to show you how to make those things too, and why you'd want to! I also am here to try to help you out when you need it!

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