Emma Kelly, Author at Nurtured Homes

Easy Lavender-Infused Raw Honey Recipe (So many uses!)

Ever since I decided to put more of a focus on healthy eating and cutting out junk foods, it’s been interesting coming up with a variety of alternative ingredients to use in my recipes. Sometimes things are pretty simple and straightforward, like using honey as an all natural sweetening agent in place of refined sugars….

Drinks

2-Ingredient Lavender Simple Syrup for Lemonade, Cocktails and Coffee

If you feel like stress has been getting to you, then you should definitely take a peek at this 2-ingredient lavender simple syrup recipe.

Beauty

How to Make Soothing DIY Lavender Skin Oil (Try this!)

Growing up, I dealt with quite a few skin issues including extreme dryness, eczema, acne on my face. Monthly trips to the dermatologist certainly helped, but over time the costs were just too much for me to maintain. I started doing research on natural treatments that might help my skin conditions, and I came across…

Dessert Recipes

Buttery Lavender Shortbread Cookies (These are incredible!)

I’m no stranger to sinful desserts. In fact, before I made a change towards healthier choices, I almost always had some form of dessert in the fridge – chocolate mousse, brownies, shortbread cookies, you name it! I’m still a fan, of course, but my taste buds have adapted quite a bit since then. Take for…

Home Ideas

Easy Homemade Lavender Candles for Stress Relief and Relaxation

Making your candles right at home is easier than ever. I’ve been making my own homemade lavender candles for as long as I can remember. Aside from being more affordable, they’re also much healthier for me and my family, so it’s a no-brainer, really.

Beauty

Lavender Hair Oil for Headache Pain and Migraine Relief

Essential oils are derived from plants, and are commonly used to enhance physical and psychological well-being. The use of plant materials for healing actually dates back to medieval times, but “aromatherapy” was first used in the early 20th century. (1) So much has been explored since then, hence why aromatherapy has become quite popular all…

Drinks

How to Make the Best Bedtime Chamomile Lavender Tea (This works!)

I’m a huge fan of having tea before bedtime as away to help relax and calm my mind. I work long hours, so stress is pretty much a mainstay in my life. One thing that helps a lot especially when I’m feeling particularly rundown is chamomile lavender tea.