July 2013 - Issue 2

Published: Mon, 07/08/13

July 2013 - Issue 2

"Summertime is always the best of what be." ~ Charles Bowden

How to Organize a Perfect Picnic

Picnics are fun if they are organized well. The ideas for a great picnic never end as there are plenty of them to enjoy yourself. Let's find out what are the necessary things to be taken care of while we plan a picnic.

How to Make Herbal Oils, Vinegars, Cheeses and Breads

If you use tall elegant bottles or attractive old thick glass ones, a gift of oils and vinegars can look beautiful. As more and more recipes appear for salad dressings, so different flavored oils and vinegars become more popular.

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Making Lavender Oil - Shared by Victoria M.

The essential oil that comes from the lavender plant is highly scented and is a common ingredient used in making perfumes and toilet waters.

When you are growing the plant for its oils, gather the flowers from it as soon as the flowers are faded, that's when you will get the most oils from it.

To make the essential oil itself: Soak the flower heads in a large glass bowl in olive oil, enough to cover the heads. Let it sit for 24 hours then strain through cheese cloth.
Voila, you have your own homemade lavender essential oil. This works best on a small scale of course. Hope your readers can use this tip.

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Removing Clutter to Find The Inner Beauty of Your Home

Over the course of your life you tend to collect numerous possessions. Some of these are cherished memories, others are functional necessities, while still others are inspirational pieces that can make your heart sing and your soul soar. However, the majority of the things that you own are probably nothing more than clutter useless knick knacks and frivolous purchases which seemed like a good idea at the time.

How to Can Homemade Blueberry and Peach Pie Fillings

During the summer and fall months, I enjoy going to our local orchard and farmers markets here in Pennsylvania and purchasing our fresh fruits. I will bring them home and freeze or can them for use during the winter months. This article has my favorite blueberry and peach pie filling home canning recipes.

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Homemade Honey & Blueberry Facial Mask

Homemade Honey and Blueberry Facial Mask

This Antioxidant rich mask is perfect to soothe and rejuvenate the skin.

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