Also known as ear candling, ear coning is an ancient healing practice that is supposed to remove wax, impurities, and even infections from inside the ear. Proponents even claim that ear coning has mystical qualities, such as opening bodily channels and increasing energy flow.

The “cone” is made from cloth, usually cotton, that is soaked in wax and twisted into a long, thin, conical shape, not unlike a dinner candle. It is hollow, and sometimes scented with various herbs. Read the rest of this entry

Wooden toys are great for a child’s development and are becoming increasingly popular again. They are usually quite simplistic in their design and last longer than plastic toys. They will be treasured and loved for a long time to come.

The Wooden ABC Block Set consists of 28 wooden colorful ABC blocks with numbers and ABC. It also comes with a beige-colored canvas drawstring bag. The ABC blocks can easily be stored in the bag, which is hand sewn in the USA. The blocks are designed for ages 2 and up and can be used to teach little children their ABC as well as numbers.

The wooden ABC Blocks are made in the USA and are a classic wooden educational toy that has been popular with parents and children for generations.

Microfiber cloths are composed of extremely fine, densely-woven fibers, which makes them more absorbent and adhesive than ordinary cloths. Because they are reusable, and work without using detergents or cleaning chemicals, they are an eco-friendly way to clean. There are various kinds of microfiber cloths for different jobs. Here are some of the different types, what they are used for, and how they work. Read the rest of this entry

If you are looking for a baby gift with a difference – The Fairtrade Vegetable Rattles would make a fantastic and fun gift for any new parent and baby.

The rattles are handmade and hand knitted and perfect for little baby and toddler’s hands. These fabulous vegetable toys come in sets of four and include vegetables such as cauliflower, radish, eggplant, corn on the cob and carrot.

They are great for babies to shake about and listen to the noise they make. Toddlers can use them to play pretend picnics, tea parties or shopping. The rattles come in vibrant colors and keep little children and babies entertained.

These vegetable rattles are a great way to get your babies and toddlers to learn about, and love vegetables. They are made from 100% soft cotton yarn.

Walnuts have been implicated in the prevention of heart disease. How do walnuts help guard against one of America’s foremost diseases? For one thing, they contain beneficial fats. Walnuts also have a fairly significant amount of fiber. Read the rest of this entry

Sun pipes are an innovative way to “pipe” natural light into buildings. It is not a particularly new idea – ancient Egyptians had elaborate means of conducting sunlight into dwellings and even tombs, using gold as a reflective surface. Such innovations were the exclusive domain of the wealthy and those who dwelt in dry, sun-rich areas. Thus, the technology and techniques were lost to history until the late 1980s and early 1990s, when an American by the name of Loren Miller developed “tubular daylighting devices.” Read the rest of this entry

1001 Ways to Save the Earth is a lovely chunky handbook with simple but helpful ideas to help the environment. It is full of sustainable living tips that anybody on any budget can easily implement. The author Joanna Yarrow is a United Kingdom-based expert on sustainable living and a frequent media commentator on environmental issues.

Topics covered in the book include:

• Offset your flight’s CO2
• Speak Up – speak up if you see pollution
• Buy softwood instead of rare hard woods
• Wonderful baking soda
• Natural air fresheners
• Be a beekeeper
• Cut your carbs (carbon dioxide)
• And more

You will find hundreds of helpful tips and ways to create a positive impact on our environment. From bringing your own canvas shopping bags, fixing leaky faucets to conserving water, wind mills and power, rainwater gathering to wild flowers. This book is a great resource and sets eco-challenges_ for the whole family. It is amazing how many little changes can create a massive environmental impact.

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If you live in a climate with cold winters, you might want to consider insulating your compost. You may wonder if it’s worthwhile to compost in the winter, and the answer is yes! There are various reasons why your compost bin or pile needs attention during the winter months. Here are some things to consider: Read the rest of this entry

Vipassana is a form of meditation that encourages insight into things as they really are, without bias. Although its Indian roots are Buddhist in philosophy, it is not a religion. Vipassana is a mental exercise, an “art of living,” that can be practiced by anyone who seeks mental purity, balance, and healing. Read the rest of this entry

Brighten up your Christmas holidays or summer evenings with the Bethlehem Indoor/Outdoor LED Lights. The lights are long lasting and shine brightly for more than 3000 hours. The light set comes with 25 lights and a choice of colors.

The bulbs don’t get hot and are cool if touched. If a light burns out, the string of lights stays lit. The lights are safety certified and are listed with UL (Underwriters Laboratories) for safe indoor and outdoor use.

Another safety feature is that the twist-proof lamps eliminate misaligned wire contacts. The 200mA lamps provide brilliant lighting.

The Bethlehem Light Set comes with a 3 year warranty from date of purchase.

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