Cloth diapers are admittedly harder to care for when you have hard water. We haven’t gotten our water tested, but it seems to be about one step up from well water. We don’t have any plans t0 get a water softener, but with the trials we’ve experienced washing the cloth diapers, I’ve been mighty tempted […]
Lanolizing Wool Covers
I’ve found the love for wool covers… just like everyone says! They are soft and squishy, cute, and super easy to care for! Plus, I can make them for crazy cheap! In fact, three of my five diaper covers are made by yours truly! So, how to take care of them is the question most […]
Converting Velcro Cloth Diapers to Snaps
We all know velcro cloth diapers are easier to get on and off little ones, but sometimes it just doesn’t hold up very well in wash after wash. After over 2 years of use, Aamina’s Grobaby (now Grovia) covers are showing some serious signs of wear on the velcro tabs. I heard it is easy […]
When is Compost Finished, and What to Do With It?
We’ve been talking a lot about compost and how to take care of it… but what’s the point? What’s the end goal? Dirt! Beautiful, crumbly, healthy dirt. Why buy compost from the garden store if you can turn your trash into compost for free? Compost gives essential nutrients to a home garden, and you’d be […]
Toddler Preschool in Progress
As I’ve mentioned, in the past few weeks I’ve been trying to make a conscience effort to have Little Miss more involved in activities during the day. She was asking to watch a “foofie” (movie) I swear every hour! We aim for limited TV time at home (trying to always keep it under 2 hours, […]
