It’s unbelievably dry here in Calgary. If anyone follows me on twitter you’ve probably noticed that I have been asking for remedies for my dry and cracked hands.
I received a lot of suggestions and I really appreciate all of them so thank you. Moving to a more humid climate isn’t an option unfortunately but the other suggestions were wonderful and helpful.
I am finding more and more lately that going back to basics is the way to go. What does that mean exactly?

• Using fresh and organic ingredients to bake and cook with.
• Canning during the year to capture the freshness of vegetables.
• Avoiding added chemicals in skincare and hair products.
• Making my own bath and shower goodies.

Basically I’m going back to the way my grandparents lived. Everything home-made and organically grown.
With December almost over and the New Year approaching, I’ve been thinking about what I want to share with you all in the New Year. I plan on showcasing frugal ways of making your own sauces, canned goods, and skin care. Sharing seasonal and fresh ingredients available here in Calgary. Sharing gluten free travel adventures that I have planned.
I’m starting with making a sugar body scrub. Specifically a mint chocolate scrub and a Meyer lemon sugar scrub. Both are so easy to make and great to use in the shower.
Plus these scrubs are quite inexpensive to make and are excellent home-made gifts.