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Thu, Oct 10, 19

Masuta Matcha Mousse Pots

Those wonderful ladies at I AM CO have done it again and inspired us with a delicious recipe. Many people don’t realise matcha is derived from the same tea plant...

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Wed, Oct 09, 19

What To Plant In October

It's time to get planting your summer veggies and herbs now! Awapuni Nurseries reminds us of what we should be doing in our gardens this spring. We need to start...

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Wed, Oct 09, 19

Easiest Ever Weed Killer

Here is an easy natural alternative to commercial weed killing products that contain harsh chemicals which can damage your health. Use this spray on a warm, sunny day for best...

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Thu, Oct 03, 19

Zesty Edible Flower Cookies

Bring out your ‘inner hippy’ and try making these yummy, refined sugar free, edible flower cookies. This recipe is from Tess who, along with her partner Marco, create and sell...

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Thu, Oct 03, 19

DIY Natural Dry Shampoo

DIY dry shampoo for light hair made with tapioca flour and cacao powder. Sometimes life can be so busy that simply finding time to wash and dry your hair just...

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Wed, Sep 25, 19

Strike For Climate Change NZ

Swedish school striker Greta Thunberg, aged sixteen, started a global movement just over twelve months ago. For the first time adults have been asked to join in the youth protests....

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Wed, Sep 25, 19

Does Raspberry Tea Help With Labour?

Wendyl originally mentioned this in her book Mother’s Little Helper. Here’s some updated information … The reason for its popularity among mums-to-be is that it’s thought drinking raspberry leaf tea...

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Tue, Sep 24, 19

Blueberry Lemon Paleo Loaf

Unsure of what to do with all those lemons? Here’s another delicious recipe for you all from Holistic Nutritionalist, Natalie Brady. Seeing you guys love all my loaf recipes so...

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Sat, Sep 21, 19

Health Benefits of Chia Seeds

This week our guest blogger is Michael Feldman, a freelance journalist from NYC. His article looks at the amazing health benefits of chia seeds.Not only does he explain the science...

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Sat, Sep 21, 19

DIY Natural Ant Spray

Get rid of ants quickly with this natural spray made with double strength vinegar and our hemp & eucalyptus dish wash.You may already know that borax and honey are great...

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Wed, Sep 18, 19

Best Ever Eggless French Toast

French toast has been a guilty pleasure of mine….until now! This recipe makes wonderful french toast that is golden on the outside and soft on the inside with a hint...

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Wed, Sep 18, 19

DIY Energising Diffuser Blend

To boost your energy, and calm the mind, try making this energising diffuser blend with lemongrass, sweet orange, lemon and rosemary essential oils. We stock the carrier for the essential...

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Thu, Sep 12, 19

Thai Pumpkin Soup with Hemp

This delicious recipe for a Thai pumpkin soup is from nutritionalist Michelle Yandle who creates recipes for the Hemp Farm here in NZ. “Vegetable soups are delicious this time of...

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Wed, Sep 11, 19

5 Steps To Combat Scalp Dryness

A dry scalp occurs when the scalp does not produce, or hold enough, moisture or oils. Sebaceous glands attached to hair follicles release a fatty substance called sebum which forms...

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Fri, Sep 06, 19

DIY Natural Carpet Deodoriser

It’s about this time in winter when our carpets and rugs can take on a damp odour. Little particles of grass and mud being tracked into the house can get...

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Thu, Sep 05, 19

Lavender Water For Linen

Store-bought linen spray generally has a list of not so pleasant ingredients that you really don’t want to be snuggling up with at nighttime. Creating your own natural variety is...

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Thu, Sep 05, 19

Composting With Hayley, Part Two

This is our second composting article from Trash Talking Mama, Hayley. As promised, she has listed items you can compost at home, some of which may even surprise you. Composting...

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Thu, Sep 05, 19

Old Fashioned Lavender Icing

This is a lovely old-fashioned icing to make for your cakes. It goes particularly well with a lemon cake and is guaranteed to give your guests a pleasant surprise. Wendyl...

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