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28

Tips & Tricks: Filling Cosmetic Tubes

June 28, 2007 | 2 Comments

Making your own cosmetics can be fun, but sometimes filling those little tubes and containers with hot from the stove product can be a bit tricky. Here’s a method that will help.
Fill a cake pan halfway with layer of uncooked rice, lentils or small beans. Stand the tubes or containers straight up so their bases [...]

Jun

26

Powder Puff

June 26, 2007 | 3 Comments

Body powder is a great way to keep cool in the hotter months! But did you know that the talcum used in many commercial powders has been shown to cause tumors in lab animals ? This talc-free recipie is a great alternative:
1/4 cup (59 ml) cornstarch
1/4 cup (50 ml) arrowroot powder
3 Tb (44 ml) rice flower
6 drops [...]

Jun

25

Be Non-traditional!

June 25, 2007 | Leave a Comment

Bored with the same old soap molds? Try using non-traditional molds instead! You might be surprised at the result.
-plastic ice cube trays
-shoe boxes*
-plastic drawer organizers
-milk cartons*
-plastic Easter eggs
-clay flower pots
-PVC pipe
-tuna or sardine cans
-plastic sand toys or sand castle molds
-storage containers
-Jell-O molds
*Molds that are cardboard are better if lined with plastic wrap or wax paper. [...]

Jun

19

Buy Me! The Flower Peddler

June 19, 2007 | Leave a Comment

As many business owners can tell you, sometimes your business can start out as one thing and end up as another. Virginia based Flower Peddler is one of those companies. The family-owned store originally started as a floral design company, but ended up sharing their love of all things scented by turning their attentions to [...]

Jun

15

Work it Out

June 15, 2007 | Leave a Comment

Dad or another another important man in your life enjoy a good workout, but not the sore muscles after? This homemade sports rub makes a great Father’s Day gift for the active man. The thyme and eucalyptus essential oils have healing properties and the peppermint has a cooling effect. The Cedarwood oil adds a nice scent.
Ingredients

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Jun

13

A Close Shave

June 13, 2007 | Leave a Comment

Father’s Day is only a few days away! Why not make that special guy something this year? An classic shaving soap is something that most men can use, and he’ll be delighted to know that you made it especially for him. Unlike a lot of commercial soaps, this shaving formula won’t dry out his skin.

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Jun

12

Bugs Are ‘Bust’ed!

June 12, 2007 | Leave a Comment

The latest (June/July) issue of Bust magazine is out on the newsstands and includes several natural solutions for getting rid of those pesky summer insects. The Buy or DIY section has an article on making a lemongrass spray-on tincture, an anti-bug essential oil and cute appliqued herbal sachets.
The second half of the article profiles various [...]

Jun

8

Share Your Soapy Knowledge!

June 8, 2007 | Leave a Comment

Everyone has heard of the popular site Wikipedia, the online encyclopedia that is edited by its users. Sites that are using Wiki’s open source software (called Wikimedia) have been popping up everywhere, including several crafting-related ones.
Soap makers will be delighted to know that a site dovoted exclusively to their craft has recently been started. Called [...]

Jun

7

Essential Facts

June 7, 2007 | 1 Comment

Essential oils are extracted from natural substances such as flowers, herbs, fruits, spices and grasses. These oils are believed to affect the body’s physical and emotional properties, which is traditionally called aromatherapy. Here are some facts to keep in mind when working with essential oils.

Essential oils should be stored in amber-colored glass bottles away from [...]

Jun

6

June Sales & Specials

June 6, 2007 | 1 Comment

Bramble Berry Soap Making Supplies June monthly web specials include several summary fragrance blends as well as daisy shaped butter pots and twist up lip tubes. They have also added several new wonderfully cute molds to their Aloha! line including swim trunks, flip flops and a retro flower. 
From Nature With Love is offering 10% off of their Home [...]

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