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As more people discover alternative health treatments and age-old remedies for feeling better, the use of essential oils and aromatherapy techniques is rising dramatically. Aromatherapy is a practice used to promote better psychological health and physical well-being. The practice involves the use of essential oils, …
Essential oils are in high demand and have been around for centuries, but their popularity is currently exploding in the U.S as a broader demographic of consumers begins to share their experiences with first hand holistic effects. Essential oils are lauded as natural remedies for …
With so many wonderful ideas and step-by-step tutorials available online through articles and videos, the DIY world is blowing up. More people are getting back to basics to create things they need for their own use. Preserving food, brewing beer, concocting cleaners, and even making …
Bottle collecting has long been a hobby and even a passion for serious collectors. Many of the most desired bottles have historical significance and all tell a tale of years gone by. This history is fascinating and the bottles being collected are often unique works …
Interest in essential oils has been steadily increasing and the demand for these oils has never been higher. Essential oils are products created by the distillation or the mechanical processing (cold-pressing) of plants or the rinds of citrus fruits. Once the distillation process is complete, …
Sterilization is an important step for food and beverage canning. If you are making pickles, jams, or canning vegetables in a glass jar, you must sterilize the jar prior to filling in order to avoid contamination by microorganisms. This step also helps remove any dust …
For those not afraid of a little DIY project, making essential oils of your own can be a great investment both for your finances and your health. Essential oils are extracted from numerous common plants. Different oils come from different parts of the plant including …
How to Make Pickles Do-it-yourself (DIY) projects aren’t a new creation, but they’re becoming increasingly popular as an alternative to expensive commercial items. DIY projects range from home décor to canned goods, and the instructions for many of these creations are freely available online. Tackling …
First posted at our parent company http://www.oberk.com, this infographic shows the 10 most iconic glass bottles in history. For the full infographic, please click here. You see countless bottle designs on grocery aisles, home goods store shelves, and restaurant tables. But only a select few …
An empty glass jar is the perfect canvas for creating a candle jar for your home with your own personal touch. Handmade candle jars are relatively easy to make and can be designed to look exactly like you want. These days there are many flameless, …