Tag: sustainable living
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When the Trucks Stop: Becoming A Resilient Citizen
Hello friends! If you read my blog, it’s probably because I either forced you to (thanks, fam) or you are as concerned about our planet as I am. I started this post before the election, but I feel like a lot has changed so I have rewritten it in response. It’s been a difficult and…
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Summer Eco-Prepping Includes a New Manual Push Mower
Happy mid-summer! Is everybody warm enough yet? 2024 is already breaking heat records. Here in upstate New York, the weather has been noticeably wetter these past few years, and we have definitely had many hot days already, but I feel lucky to be in the Northeast comparatively. We are no longer bracing for climate change,…
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Cultivating Hope: A Mother’s Mission
Greetings from the Dandelion+Burdock homestead! As I hustle through various projects before the heat becomes too intense, I’m acutely aware of the severe weather predictions for this year. I sincerely hope you and your loved ones stay safe and unaffected. As an environmentalist deeply concerned with climate change, I’ve been reflecting on my efforts both…
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Indoor and Small Space Gardening: Tips for Growing Food at Home
Summary: Mid-spring presents a great opportunity to grow your own food amidst high food prices. Beginner tips for small-scale and indoor gardening are provided, including the use of containers and suitable vessels for growing herbs, vegetables, and fruits. Tips on water, soil, plant choices, and pest control are also shared. Additionally, joining a community garden…
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Make Your Own Spring Body Care
Easy homestead recipes for whipped body butter, sunscreen, body scrub, and body wash. Hello! It has been a minute since my last post. This time of year is so incredibly busy around the homestead. Spring offers that small window of opportunity for making progress, or getting back to the unfinished projects from fall. Trying to…
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About Dandelion and Burdock Candles
Dandelion+Burdock candles are made with natural soy wax, cotton wicks, and scented with therapeutic grade Essential Oils to create unique aromatherapeutic scents. Every 8oz candle will burn for 49+ hours. Why Soy Wax? Soy wax is a 100% natural wax derived from the vegetable soybeans. Soybeans are one of the major agriculture crops grown mostly…