With their love for electronics and things that go vroom-vroom, it may seem like men are hard to please with homemade gifts. On that note, it was really difficult (at first) to come up with a list of crunchy things you can make for your man. But fear not, the ideas came and the love flowed! Now it can flow right into your man's hands ... and heart. Because when it comes to men, the truth is, it's the thought that counts more than anything in the world. And more than anything in the world, ... Continue Reading
Archives for November 2011
40 Hot Homemade Gift Ideas for the Holidays: First Up, Kids
Yes. You heard me. FORTY gift ideas - and not just the best present ideas from Crunchy Betty, but from all over the internet. All spread out over this week. Last year, as a gift to you, I offered the free printable recipe cards for household and beauty recipes. This year, I offer you an abundance that you can give away (or make for yourself ... please don't be shy). We're talking women and children and - yes - even men here. To start with, we're going to focus on the kids. I'm your ... Continue Reading
Here’s How You Can Skip Black Friday Madness
You know how holidays are supposed to be relaxing and fun, but in actuality they're pretty stressful and full of chaos and planning? Well, here's some news for you: You can't wish it all away. Here's some better news for you: I give you permission to give yourself permission to nourish your own soul during this time, too. I give you so much permission, because I (clearly) have given myself permission to slack in some blog areas and to take care of myself in other more needy places right ... Continue Reading
YOU Are a Crunchy Betty! Want a Bracelet to Prove It?
Sometimes, being crunchy can be lonely. You need a little love and support (which a few people commented on yesterday, even). A little something to remind you that there are MANY of us in this with you - right along beside you, sharing the occasional awkward conversations that sometimes happen when you reveal your lifestyle choices. But most of the time (nay, ALL of the time), being crunchy is a reason to celebrate. To show the world just how proud you are to make the healthy choices you ... Continue Reading
Community Question: Are You Happy With What You’ve Given Up?
One of my friends recently brought up an issue so many people have these days: "How on earth," she asked me one night, "do you afford to eat organic and grass-fed and make your own skincare stuff out of all these essential oils? I couldn't possibly afford that." And, to my surprise, my answer was "priorities." As the conversation, and glasses of wine, went on, she lamented on how much she wanted to start eating more healthily, but she just didn't think she had the money for it. The more ... Continue Reading
Nutty Butt Butter: Your Little Cellulite Secret
Several weeks ago, I posted a quick tutorial on how to make lotion bars. They were fun and cute and all kidsy ... until you read to the bottom and see a mention of Nutty Butt Butter (which are also lotion bars). It was just a little something I whipped up on the spur of the moment that's designed to help break down and disappear cellulite. And the room went wild. Everyone's been asking me for this recipe, and since I'm making it for the swap on Sunday, here it is in all its glory. It's ... Continue Reading