Whisk, bake, cook, and make,
Real food, clean and handmade life—
Scratch Mommy creates

Breakfast

Exquisite plated lamb chops with colorful vegetables, showcasing fine gastronomy.

Mains

Sweets

Delicious homemade fries garnished with herbs and served with ketchup on a rustic setup.

Sides

Drinks

Delicious fig and brie toast garnished with walnuts on a rustic bread slice.

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Meet Jess

Hi, I’m Jess – the heart behind Scratch Mommy! I’m a lover of real food, creative DIYs, and the joy that comes from making things with care and intention. My journey here began with a passion for all things homemade, and now I’m excited to share it with you. Let’s create a life from scratch, together!


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Top DIY Skincare & Body

  • Ultra Creamy Homemade Shaving Cream Recipe

  • DIY Shea Butter Lip Balm (great for cold sores)

  • DIY Herbal Cold Sore Ointment (featuring chamomile & lemon balm)

  • Herbal Dry Skin Salve (with chamomile, calendula, & roses)

  • DIY Pumpkin Spice Body Lotion

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real food recipes

  • Chicken Orzo Vegetable Soup (Easy, Brothy & Flexible)

  • Black Pepper Pork Stir Fry

  • Gluten Free Breadsticks | Easy, No-Fuss

  • Instant Pot Rice Pilaf with Orzo and Peas | Quick & Easy

  • How to Make Potstickers (No Perfect Folds Required!)

  • Classic Fried Bologna Sandwich Recipe

  • Bagel Bomb Bites

  • Homemade Gummy Worms (only 3 ingredients!)


Top DIY Home Recipes

  • DIY Recipes | Gardens, Herbs, & EOs | Holidays | Home & Parenting

    DIY Holiday Potpourri (for your home and to give as gifts!)

  • DIY Recipes | Holidays | Home & Parenting | Parenting

    Homemade Playdough (customize with natural colors and scents!)

  • DIY Recipes | Home & Parenting

    Homemade Wood Cleaner (it’s wood polish, too!)


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