Lavender flower powder, is made by drying and grinding lavender blooms, and is a versatile and fragrant ingredient which is cherished for its soothing properties and wide range of applications. Known for its calming aroma and beneficial compounds, this powder is used in skincare, aromatherapy, cooking, and more. Here’s a closer look at the many… Read More Lavender Flower Powder: Uses, Benefits, and Applications
This article outlines a personal experiment focused on creating DIY household products to explore their cost-effectiveness, sustainability, and practicality compared to store-bought options. It includes planning, ingredient sourcing, tracking performance, and evaluating environmental impact, ultimately aiming to share insights on savings, effectiveness, and sustainability through documented results.… Read More Experimenting with DIY Household Products: A Cost & Sustainability Comparison
Creating a sustainable room spray reduces environmental impact by avoiding harmful chemicals and single-use plastics found in store-bought options. Using natural ingredients like essential oils, combined with a glass spray bottle, you can customise scents while promoting safety and sustainability. This DIY approach fosters eco-conscious living in a cost-effective manner.… Read More Handmade Sustainable Room Spray: A Natural Way to Refresh Your Home
Creating a handmade natural wreath is a sustainable alternative to commercial wreaths, which typically use synthetic materials that harm the environment. By utilising biodegradable and locally sourced items, not only can you reduce waste, but also foster a connection with nature and enjoy the crafting process. This sustainable approach offers joy and creativity while minimising environmental impact.… Read More Crafting a Sustainable Natural Foliage Wreath
Bath salts are a simple, cost-effective way to soothe muscles and relax at home. Making your own allows for customisation without unnecessary additives. Key ingredients include Epsom salts, sea salt, bicarbonate of soda, and essential oils. Personalise blends for relaxation, muscle relief, or energising effects, making them ideal gifts.… Read More Homemade Bath Salts
Creating a tangerine peel garland is a delightful holiday decoration that combines natural elements and fragrance. Use fresh tangerine peels, thread, and optional embellishments like cinnamon and cranberries. String the peels together, securing them for display. Enjoy this sustainable craft that enriches your home with beauty and citrus aroma.… Read More Tangerine Garland
Sewing is often celebrated as a soothing and rewarding hobby, but for someone with dyslexia, it can present unique challenges that go beyond the usual frustrations of stitching and seam ripping. Recently, I decided to take on a seemingly simple project: sewing a zipped pouch. Despite my enthusiasm, the process didn’t go as planned. The… Read More The Trials and Triumphs of Sewing with Dyslexia: My Zipped Pouch Journey
Overcoming Challenges and Gaining Confidence Machine sewing is a rewarding activity that combines creativity and technical skill, but it can also be complex, especially when it comes to following instructions. For individuals with dyslexia, this process of understanding and remembering sewing instructions can be particularly challenging. Dyslexia affects how people process language and remember sequences,… Read More Creating a Strategy with Dyslexia: Successfully Following Instructions for Machine Sewing
Sewing has always fascinated me, despite the challenges that come with it. I have a few unique hurdles that make machine sewing an adventure of its own: I’m left-handed, I have dyslexia, dyspraxia, and a slight squint. All of these factors affect my coordination, spatial perception, and fine motor skills, which can make even the… Read More Navigating Sewing with Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, and Left-Handedness: A Journey of Patience and Perseverance
Rachel Bakewell 