A headshot of Lily Monroe smiling in a bright room with plants. She is holding a small glass roller bottle for a DIY essential oil recipe.

Hello, and welcome to Tips and Tulips! I’m so glad you’ve found your way here.

My name is Lily Monroe, and I’m the creator, writer, and passionate DIY-er behind this blog. It all began with a simple idea: that living a beautiful, healthy, and vibrant life doesn’t need to be complicated or expensive. It’s something you can cultivate yourself in your garden, on your balcony, or right in your own home one creative project at a time.

My Story

I’ve always been happiest with my hands in the dirt or mixing up a new natural remedy in my kitchen. My journey didn’t start with a huge plot of land; in fact, my first garden was just a few mismatched pots on a tiny city balcony. It was in that small space that I discovered the immense joy of watching something grow and the deep satisfaction of creating a personal oasis. I learned firsthand how a little creativity could turn any space into a chic and beautiful retreat.

That love for all things natural soon grew beyond just gardening. I became fascinated by the power of essential oils to soothe, heal, and uplift, and I began experimenting with my own blends for everything from stress relief and immune support to hormone balance. This passion quickly led me to create my own natural solutions for everyday needs from an effective homemade deodorant to simple skin remedies and luxurious body oils.

I started Tips and Tulips as a way to share these discoveries with you. My hope is to show you that you have the power to transform your spaces, nurture your body, and create a life you truly love, all with your own two hands.

A headshot of Lily Monroe smiling in a bright room with plants. She is holding a small glass roller bottle for a DIY essential oil recipe.

What You’ll Find at Tips and Tulips

My goal is to give you inspiration and simple, easy-to-follow guides for a more natural and beautiful lifestyle. Here, you’ll find a bit of everything:

  • Gardening for Every Space: You’ll get plenty of ideas for creating your dream garden, whether it’s a lush Mediterranean-inspired backyard, a charming cottage garden, a whimsical Bohemian escape, or a low-maintenance succulent rock garden. I’m especially passionate about sharing clever and affordable outdoor privacy solutions.
  • Natural Beauty & Wellness: Discover the world of DIY skincare! I share my favorite recipes for making your own vitamin C serums, anti-aging roller blends, and refreshing scalp scrubs. I believe in harnessing the power of nature to help us look and feel our best.
  • Creative Home & Lifestyle: I cover simple ways to make your house a haven, from making your own carpet deodorizer to finding inspiration for meaningful event decor. We also touch on fun seasonal styles, including hair color ideas and trendy nail designs for the summer.

Let’s Connect!

This blog is more than a collection of posts; it’s a community. I truly love hearing from you, seeing your own creations, and sharing in your journey.

You can find daily inspiration and connect with me on Pinterest.

If you have a question, a suggestion, or just want to say hello, please feel free to reach out through my Contact Page or email me directly at lily@tipsandtulips.com.

Thank you so much for stopping by. I hope you leave feeling inspired!

With love,

Lily Monroe

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