Hello! My name is Stacy and I am just one of a growing number of Common Scents Moms who desire to use more natural methods of housekeeping and care for our families. I'm a pastor's wife, homeschooling mother, and part time author. It is my goal to live my life to the glory of God, enjoying Him every step of the way!
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April 12, 2012
Stacy’s Boo Boo Spray 2 oz. Aloe Vera Juice (or purified water) 10 drops therapeutic grade lavender 10 drops therapeutic grade geranium 1 drop therapeutic grade frankincense (optional) Shake together well and store in a dark glass spray bottle. It is very important to use only therapeutic grade essential oils. Lower grade oils can be [...]
June 30, 2011
I love my porch; and I really love enjoying it with my honey. But, I really, really hate bugs. I mean really. I’m fairly certain bugs exist for my ongoing sanctification, but I still try to avoid them. Did I mention that I hate bugs? One good way to repel insects naturally, without chemicals, is [...]
March 31, 2011
This breath spray is easy to make and totally natural! While you may want to experiment with various oils, therapeutic grade peppermint essential oil alone works great! Dragon Breath Spray 1/2 oz. vodka 1/2 oz. pure water 2 drops Stevia or Xylitol 10-15 drops of Young Living’s therapeutic grade peppermint, cinnamon, or spearmint essential oils [...]
March 31, 2011
Have you ever considered making a “first aid stash” for a new bride-to-be? What better way to start off a new household than to have all your bandages, burn creams, salves, gauze pads, sun burn spray, bug bite cream, muscle soaks, natural antiseptics, etc. in one big basket? And don’t forget to add a spray [...]
March 12, 2011
This is one of the easiest and useful homemade essential oil recipes you can make. Your kids will have a blast helping out with these! Use the recipes below to sooth sore muscles, to add magnesium to your system, for a fun and unique gift-giving idea, to help relieve the pain and itching of poison [...]
