Homemade Ketchup
– This ketchup won’t break the bank, tastes better than the real deal
and contains no added sugar – so it’s nutritionally good for the whole
family.
Homemade Mayonnaise –
This is a great recipe for any mayonnaise lover out there wanting to
make their own at home, it’s simple and easy and tastes better than the
store bought versions.
Peanut Butter
– It is so simple to make this pantry staple it would be silly to buy
it. With only 3 ingredients you can make a simple tasty Peanut Butter
for your whole family.
Simple Loaf Of Bread
– This is a classic recipe for you to make and stop buying your normal
weekly loaf of bread – nothing beats the smell of freshly baked bread.
Saving you pennies and preservatives.
Homemade Nutella
– It would make more sense to give your children chocolate spread which
you made and know exactly what is in right? Then how about this
fantastic recipe…
Homemade Butter
– Instead of buying preservative laden, calorific heavy butter from the
store, make your own butter with just 4 ingredient and a standard
kitchen mixer…so simple yet so tasty.
Homemade Yoghurt
– This recipe makes a thick and creamy yoghurt that would rival any
store bought version. Once you learn this method you won’t be buying it
again!
Spice Mixers
– Did you know that store bought spice mixers and rubs have all sorts
of questionable ingredients in them like fillers, preservatives and
other unwanted fake flavor enhancers? It is far healthier, cheaper and
tastier to make your own, here are 17 combinations to start you off…
Salad Dressing
– This simple recipe for homemade salad dressing will jazz up any old
salad and make it fabulous. Forget the store bought versions, get your
aprons on and get making.
Homemade Maple Syrup – This classic sauce is so expensive nowadays, did you know it is so simple and easy to collect your own!
Honey Shampoo
– This shampoo helps reduce frizz, combat dandruff, moisturizer and
softens you hair all in one. A natural, kind to your skin shampoo that
will make you think twice next time you are in the store.
Coconut Oil Deep Conditioner
– With just three ingredients, you can whip up an economical, natural
and luxurious conditioner to treat your hair, leaving it soft,
manageable and shiny.
Body Wash
– If you want to save money but have little time to spare, then this is
the natural alternative is for you. A simple recipe and method which
makes a soapy bubbly wash great for all skin types.
Shaving Cream
– This shaving cream will leave your skin soft and smelling fantastic.
With ingredients like coconut oil, Shea butter, mint and rosemary you
will feel invigorated and fresh after every shave.
Squeezable Homemade Toothpaste
– Ditch those commercial toothpastes on the market and opt for this
natural re-mineralizing toothpaste that encourages white healthy teeth
and improves oral health.
Minty Mouthwash
– Not only is it chemical and alcohol-free, it’s practically free, well
nearly is at $0.02 /oz! You will save loads on money this, and improve
your family’s oral health at the same time – simple.
Homemade Natural Sun Screen
– Most sun screens contain toxic chemicals and other harmful
ingredients that could actually damage you when they should be
protecting you. Check out this natural alternative and make the swap.
Cleansing Wipes
– These organic wipes are totally natural and only contain ingredients
you are aware of. Perfect for cleansing your face or as baby wipes for
diaper changes.
Mascara
– Arsenic, beryllium, cadmium, nickel, lead and thallium are toxins we
do NOT want to be applying to our skin! So opt for this homemade version
and you will save money and protect your skin.
Tinted Lipstick
– This recipe includes beeswax pastilles, Shea/cocoa butter and coconut
oil. It allows you to customize it with different natural powders, such
as beetroot powder for red hues, cocoa powder for brown hues and
bentonite clay for a matte texture.
Eye Liner
– How would you like to be able to make your own natural eyeliner
(which can also be used as a smokey eyeshadow) for just $0.24? If yes –
then check this recipe out.
Bronzer
– This homemade bronzer is really easy to make, simple to customize and
so much better for your skin than store-bought varieties. A brilliant
way of saving money too.
Natural Blush
– Give your cheeks a rosy tint and brighten up your complexion with
this easy natural blush recipe. Cosmetics are so pricey these days now
really is the time to start making your own.
Foundation
– This foundation from Robin at ThankYourBody.com contains all natural
and non-toxic ingredients, it works fantastically (see a before and
after foundation picture on the blog) and it’s really easy to make.
Under Eye Serum
– Ingredients such as tamanu oil, vitamin E oil, grapefruit seed
extract, avocado oil, carrot seed oil and more make this such an
effective anti-wrinkle eye serum that is totally natural.
Copycat Burts Bees Lip Balm
– This wonderful copy cat recipe from HappyMoneySaver.com reveals how
you can make your own version of Burts Bees Lip Balm (Normally priced
$2.50) for just $0.12 per tube – what an incredible saving!
Lavender Bath Salts – Making these lavender bath salts couldn’t be simpler. You need just a few ingredients such as Epsom salts, sea salt,
dried lavender buds and lavender essential oil and then you just have to follow the instructions.
Anti-wrinkle Cream
– Have you ever been tempted by those “miracle” creams that will make
you look “ten years younger” that all the major beauty companies
produce? Well most are packed with chemicals, preservatives and
artificial ingredients and on top of that, they are outrageously
expensive. Make your own instead!
Lemon Lavender Aromatherapy Candle
– These Lemon Lavender Aromatherapy Candles burn clear and fragrant –
unlike many toxic store bought candles that release smoke and soot – and
will make a wonderful addition to your home.
Reed Diffusers With Essential Oils –
You can buy one in the stores, but usually they are quite expensive and
the scents are made primarily from chemicals. Instead why not make your
own at home? You can use any essential oils you like and can blend
different oils together to create an aroma that is perfect for you and
your family.
Homemade Potpourri
– Potpourri is so simple to make it would be silly to pay for it. You
can tailor the fragrances with your favorite smells and add some
seasonal elements to make it even more special.
Homemade Herbal Incense
– Incense can be a wonderful way to add a beautiful aroma to your home
so take a look at this fantastic video which shows you how to make your
own homemade incense with herbs.
DIY Scented Plug-in Refill
– This fantastic tutorial which reveals how to get rid of the horrible
toxic liquid found in chemical laden store bought plug-ins and replace
it with health giving, wonderfully fragrant, toxin free essential oils.
Essential Oil Jelly Air Freshener
– The great thing about these jelly air fresheners are that you can add
ANY essential oil you want to, or even blend a few different oils
together. Perfect if you have a particular scent you are trying to
create.
Homemade ‘Fake Febreeze’ - A bottle of Febreeze is
currently selling on Amazon for a whopping $6.99,
yet you can make a homemade version that’s just as effective (and
natural) for only $0.15. If you buy just one bottle per month, then
that’s a monthly saving of $6.75 – and a yearly saving of $81! (We
suggest you use a homemade natural fabric softener for this recipe.)
Homemade Mod Podge
– If you are a keen crafter and go through tonnes of Mod Podge then why
not have a go at making some for yourself, you will be surprised at how
much you will save.
Un-paper Towels
– Are you fed up of buying endless paper towels? If so, then this is
the answer for you, these will act just like paper towels, but look
pretty, and are totally re-usable, meaning you only have to purchase the
materials once. Not forgetting them being economically friendly.
Homemade Natural Bleach Alternative
– If you find bleach cleaners too strong and sometimes irritate your
skin or eyes, then this alternative promises to clean just like bleach
but without the harmful side affects.
Beeswax Furniture Polish
– This is a really simple recipe for a beeswax furniture polish that
will restore shine and add gloss to your wooden furniture returning it
to its original beauty. No need for expensive store bought polish!
Homemade Bath Tub Scrub – A wonderful bathtub scrub enriched with
lemon essential oil and
a surprising ingredient…ground up eggshells which give the scrub its
abrasiveness and mixed with baking soda and a citrus-y essential oil
makes this fantastic bathtub scrub a real winner.
World’s Best Homemade Laundry Detergent
– It is all natural, it is much cheaper (you’ll be saving around $0.16
per load!), it cleans incredibly effectively, it works in all washer
types and it’s also safe for septic tanks.
Homemade Liquid Dish Soap
– This homemade liquid dish soap is fantastic. It’s natural, organic
and antibacterial. Plus it’s a great money saver! To make a 32 oz batch
costs about $1.20 compared to $4.47 for the equivalent in Dawn dish
soap.
All-Natural Foaming Hand Soap
– This homemade foaming hand soap is: natural, green, non-toxic,
chemical free, organic, gentle and Antibacterial. What more could you
want from a hand soap?
Homemade Natural Fabric Softener
– Want to make your laundry smell amazing, stay fresh and soft, well
this is the recipe for you. Most fabric softeners are really toxic and
could be harmful to skin.
Natural Disinfectant Spray - It contains just four ingredients: water, eucalyptus, lavender and tea tree essential oil (all of which can be bought
here).
The essential oils have antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal and
antibiotic properties helping to clean and disinfect surfaces in your
home without the chemicals, without the expense and with a wonderful
aroma, too!
Non-Toxic Glass Cleaner
– Here’s a great tutorial revealing how to make your own green,
non-toxic, all-natural glass cleaner for just $0.45 per bottle! Best of
all, this cleaner works better than any commercial cleaner you can buy
in the stores – and you can feel happy that you are not putting yours –
or your families – health at risk with toxic chemicals.
