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Humming bird nectar

By Sophie on June 15, 2013 in DIY Home Tips, Healthy Living, Home 0

Summer is here and it is getting hot. Our little humming birds need more nectar. Making them a natural nectar is the way to go. Please avoid the commercial red nectar that is sold everywhere. It is said that the red dye may be harmful to them. It is better to be safe than sorry. Instructions: Boil 4 cups of water Add 1 cup of organic fine cane sugar Let simmer for 2 minutes until it thickens a little Add 1 tbsp of orange blossom water Cool 30 minutes If you cannot find orange blossom water. The nectar will still attract them. The key is to let it simmer for 2 to 3 minutes so it thickens a little. You can make enough for 2 days and keep in a cool place. Note: The orange blossom water tastes sweet like flower nectar, is all natural and...

Flea repellent

By Sophie on June 2, 2013 in Bug Repellents, Healthy Living, Home 2

Fleas can be a problem. It is getting hot and they are everywhere. Fleas lay 60 eggs per day and multiply quickly. The majority of the fleas are in your pet’s bedding and the carpet. Trying natural repellents is the way to go. It will be best for your pets’ health and yours too. You must be aggressive to control and eliminate fleas. What to do: Fleas hate peppermint oil. 1. Peppermint oil: a) If you have a dog make a peppermint shampoo. Mix 3 tbsp of unscented Dr Bronner castille soap and add 5 drops of essential peppermint oil. Shampoo your pet 2 to 3 times a week until the fleas are gone. Make sure you use a flea comb. b) You can also spray your dog directly by mixing 25 drops of essential peppermint oil with 1 cup of water and rub it in its...

Moth repellents

By Sophie on May 31, 2013 in Bug Repellents, Healthy Living, Home 0

It is important to use natural bug repellents and not conventional mothballs, to avoid harmful and toxic chemicals. Conventional mothballs are made of 1,4-dichlorobenzene, deodorant and may also contain camphor. They can trigger respiratory problems and serious health issues. If you have used them, their smell is hard to get rid off. Before you switch to a natural repellent, it is important to wash all your clothes, air out your closet and wash the floors with 1 part white distilled vinegar an 4 parts water. Moths are bothered by the smell of cedar, clove, lavender, mint and rosemary. Here are some natural and toxic-free tips to keep them away from your closets: 1. Cedar: Cedar wood is one of the best moth repellent and it works! Ideally it would be a good idea to have cedar-lined closets. Otherwise, put some cedar balls or chips in a bowl...

Fly repellent

By Sophie on May 19, 2013 in Bug Repellents, Healthy Living, Home 0

Flies are bothered by the smell of mint, bay leaves, rosemary and lavender. THEY HATE PEPPERMINT OIL! Here are some natural and toxic-free tips to keep them away from your home: Directions: 1. Mix 1 cup of water and 25 drops of peppermint essential oil and put in spray bottle. Spray around the house to repel them. 2. Place bay leaves and rosemary by doorways, window seals, kitchen counter tops, garbage and where ever you have flies. 3. Grow lavender and rosemary around your home. Planting them around your house will create a protective field. 4. Soapy peppermint oil spray: Mix 1 cup unscented baby shampoo and 25 drops of peppermint essential oil. Fill a spray bottle with the mixture and spray on areas and surfaces where you have a lot of flies such as kitchen, pantries and garbage. I recommend Mountain Rose Herbs as a reputable source for...

Mosquito repellent

By Sophie on May 10, 2013 in Bug Repellents, Healthy Living, Home 0

The heat is on and with it comes friendly bugs and not so friendly ones like spiders, centipedes and mosquitoes. Mosquitoes hate the smell of cloves and anything that is citrusy. Here is one of the simplest mosquito repellent recipe to help you enjoy the outdoors: Slice 3 limes Press in 10 to 15 cloves Place in a plate and bring outdoors For a mosquito spray repellent recipe. For a spider repellent recipe. For an ants repellent recipe. For a centipedes repellent recipe.

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Rodents and Mice repellent

By Sophie on May 7, 2013 in Bug Repellents, Healthy Living, Home 0

Rodents and Mice really don’t like the smell of mint. THEY HATE PEPPERMINT OIL! Here are 3 tips to keep them away from your home: Directions: 1. Put 5 drops of peppermint essential oil on a cotton ball Place by doorways, window seals and any cracks 2. Grow mint around your home. Planting mint around your house will create a protective field. 3. Put 25 drops of peppermint essential oil into a spray bottle with 8 ounces of water Spray around baseboards, windows, doors to repel them and if they wander around your house. 4. Soapy peppermint oil spray: Mix 1 cup unscented baby shampoo and 25 drops of peppermint essential oil. Fill a spray bottle with the mixture and spray on areas and surfaces where you wish to repel them like basements and garages. I recommend Mountain Rose Herbs as a reputable source for essential oils and the...

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