Spray For Repelling Spiders

The flowers are blooming and the gardens are growing and what does that mean for you.....spiders are a comin.....:) My husband and I are trying to do more natural means in our healthcare and I have starting to use some essential oils. In my research of essential oils I have been surprised on the other ways that essential oils can be used. They seem to be great for cleaning and repelling all those little irritants.....bugs and spiders. 

This is a spray that I read about that uses peppermint oil. It calls for 50 drops so I don't think you would want to use Do Terra oils, but I am sure you can find a less expensive one. :)

  

What you will need:

4 oz aluminum or glass spray bottle...(never use plastic!)

Pure peppermint essential oil - 50 drops

4 oz of distilled water

How to make it:

Mix all together in the empty spray bottle, shake well and spray around the window and door frames every two weeks, or more often if needed. Peppermint spray is also safe to use on your clothes and linens and does not leave any stain. Always check for staining in a small hidden area before spraying the whole item or area to be sure.  

Give this try and see if it works. I don't have very many spiders up here so I may not be able to use this one, but I do get lots of mosquito's! LOL! Hey....better see if there is an oil for mosquito's...I will check it out and let you know. :)

Enjoy your day!

Colleen :)

ANTICIPATION OF SPRING

I know many of us are waiting for spring this year. Seems to be taking awhile for most of us this year. Blizzards and snowstorms the first of May is not a good thing for our spring fever. We still have some parts of our yard that are under snow and the fields still have quite a bit of snow. This spring is going to be one of the coldest on record around here. In the Interior part of the state they are still having below zero weather!

 

 

So I thought we all could have a little break from the snow and start thinking again about planting your flower garden. Now I probably won't be able to have many flowers this year as it is just too cold. :(  I read this article the other day and thought I would pass it along to you.

 


 

 IN ANTICIPATION OF SPRING

 

No this is not my garden! :( Just thought I would show you a picture of a neat garden.

 

 

 

 



What do gardeners do during the winter? Depending on where you live you anticipate spring and the warmer day’s ahead and planning your flower garden. Here are some tips for planning your garden:

·         Take a look at a few photos of your garden from the past year. Look for areas that need additional height or interest, places that need to be filled in.

·         Page through gardening magazines for ideas and inspiration. Take notes on the gardens or landscapes that catch your eye. Or, tear out the pages and add to an “ideas” folder.

·         Do you have thoughts of planning a new flower bed? Cut small photographs of flowers out of gardening magazines or seed catalogs. Glue or tape them onto your paper to give yourself a visual.

·         Collect things for your new garden! Visit your local Goodwill or thrift store for things as old wooden chairs, crates, old crocks and enamelware pans. They will add to your garden.

 

As we await the arrival of spring, please do not forget about four feathered friends. Keep your birdfeeders filled and keep fresh water in your birdbath. For colder climates where temperatures get well below freezing, a heated birdbath is a special treat.

 

 This is one of my bird feeders waiting for the summer birds to get here. We have lots of winter birds and during the summer our bird populations triples!

 

                                                                                            From The Country Register of Minnesota

 
   

Got a new recipe for fruit tray dip for those of you starting to have your outdoor parties so check it out! Thanks!

 

Happy Tuesday everyone. Well my summer markets are all done for the year. Actually they really went well. We had a good number of tourist and they love the Alaska themed items we have so they gobbled them up! Now it is off to getting ready for the Christmas shows. Yikes...they are in 8 weeks and I don't have very much stuff done. That means I have to hit the sewing machines pretty hot and heavy!

Well as you all know "fall is in the air". Well at least around here and maybe with some of you also. It is time to start to do your outside autumn decorating and one of the focal points is the front door so here is an article I read about how to "Make a Grand Entrance" into your home. I know some people really go all out in decorating. They all do a really nice job.

  MAKE A GRAND ENTRANCE

Your front door is the first thing your guests see when they arrive to your home. It should be warm and inviting, and should give your guests a little preview of what they will see once they get inside.

Add color:

Make a grand statement by painting your door a rich color such as dark red. Hang a basket full of flowers, a wreath, or a colonial door box on your door; change it out with the seasons.

Add character:

Architectural accents will give your home additional interest. Antique doors, columns, wood shutters, corbels, brackets and hardware will add character to your home. Scour local antique shops for unique and unusual architectural antiques that you can incorporate into your home, both inside and out.

Symmetry vs Asymmetry:

Now it is time to decorate your entrance. Will you use symmetry or asymmetry in your display? Symmetry is pleasing to the eye and the overall look is easy to achieve,but asymmetry can also be used by utilizing like items. All objects should be related in some way so that they complement each other.

Make a grand entrance this season and welcome your guests to your home by using the tips above to give your home character and curb appeal.

                                                                                                                                             Printed by permission The Country Register of Minnesota

 

 

Now everyone can get busy decorating! J

 

I posted a new recipe for banana blueberry pudding pie . Blueberries should be ripe and ready to pick so you can use them in this recipe.

                                                                                                              

Thanks for visiting and have a great day! J