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DIY Bug Bite Balm – Kid Safe Itchy Stick!

Leave a Comment / babies, babies, babies, diy natural beauty, frugal family, homemade gift ideas / By Elise Link Allen

It’s almost summertime! It seems like the second I put on a pair of shorts, or venture out with bare ankles, they find me… Bugs! No matter what I do, a few itchy bug bites are impossible to avoid. And with two little boys who lie in the dirt and poke at ants? Forget it! But this year, I’m prepared with a fresh batch of DIY bug bite balm. These easy itchy sticks are safe for kids and provide quick relief for minor bug bites, stings, skin irritations, and even little boo-boos!

Lavender Sleep Balm For Kids (and Grown-Ups)

2 Comments / babies, babies, babies, diy natural beauty, frugal family, homemade gift ideas / By Elise Link Allen

Sometimes we can all use some help winding down from the day, little ones included. This DIY lavender sleep balm is a wonderful addition to your bedtime routine. It relieves stress and encourages a good night’s sleep. Plus it’s all natural, easy to make, and safe for kids!

Homemade Cloth Wipes Solution

7 Comments / babies, babies, babies, fluff, frugal family / By Elise Link Allen

Ok, so you’ve gotten yourself some great cloth wipes or made some using my easy no-sew instructions. In this post, I will share my favorite homemade cloth wipes solution, or as we like to call it Booty Wash! While there are many pre-made products available from brands I trust, it has always seemed like an …

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No-Sew Cloth Wipes & Tissues

4 Comments / babies, babies, babies, diy green cleaning, fluff, frugal family / By Elise Link Allen

If you’ve made the decision to cloth diaper, using cloth wipes is a no brainer. But even if you use disposables, this quick no-sew cloth wipes project can save you a good chunk of change on baby wipes. Done with diapers? Congratulations! These are still amazing and frugal as DIY reusable tissues, face wipes, and wet wipes for big kids (and grownups, too)! Grab your extra receiving blankets or worn out cotton clothes. Lemme show you how to make the easiest no-sew cloth wipes and tissues!