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White Vinegar is THE Greener Cleaner! NOPE Debate – You Have To Read This

Nellie Lee Luhrmann — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 06:22:06 +0000

I love a good debate When I stumbled upon this article through a friends FB page I instantly thought of CraftGossip and HAD to share this. In a nut shell Louisa- The Eco Mum has written an article in regards to white vinegar in which she claims to not be getting a response ( after 3 separate attempts ) to her questions to major vinegar distilleries in regards to how they process their vinegar. After uncovering a whole lot of half truths about white vinegar and the fact that it is not “Green” or “Safe” for use in the home or consumption, Louisa then goes on to explain that in some instances white vinegar is made in a lab under the known name of food grade “Acetic Acid” ……… Now I didn’t major in chemistry so I have no idea what to think about this debate, I did however check the 2 white vinegars I had in my pantry so I am confused as none of them had anything but “brewed from fermented spirit” on the labels. Below is an excerpt from her blog

“Well, my research obsessed Bloodhound’s nose sniffed around a bit on this one. I wanted to know how white vinegar was made so I could stop buying it in plastic containers & make my own. I was trying to do the right thing… honestly… but then…
… I uncovered a whole lot of half truthes about white vinegar and it appears that its FAR from being green. In fact, seems to be the whole process of creation to use is pretty UN-green.

Here’s why:

White vinegar, in some instances (most cheap stuff I’ve seen) is also known as food grade “acetic acid”.

Full strength acetic acid is actually highly corrosive & the full on rubber gloves need to be worn when handling it in a lab. So its pretty full on stuff to be watering down and eating on our fish.

White vinegar that is food grade acetic acid is generally made in a lab – as far as I can find out. Its not naturally occurring, doesn’t appear to be made in a distillery or brewery (like white wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar unless it says “distilled” on the label). Looks to me like its made in a petrie dish…. … in a science lab. Not all countries in the world approve this – but USA, EU & Australia do. They think its ok for us to EAT synthetically created chemicals, apparently. Personally, I am not down with that – at all.”

Now I am not saying she is right, wrong or an “alarmist” as many others are saying. What I am saying is I found this debate very interesting and even though at times I was a tad confused I had the need to share it with you all.

What do you think? Click HERE to read the full article and at time of this post being published the 95 comments

Thanksgiving Crept Up On Me This Year……….

Nellie Lee Luhrmann — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 02:16:37 +0000

As you may or may not know I am an Aussie and a bit forgetful at times. I have been burning it at both ends lately and somehow let Thanksgiving creep up on me. Here are a few oldies but goodies from previous years to tie you over until I find some new things to post about. I would love some suggestions on what my readers would like to see/read about. Any suggestions?

Handcrafted Soapmakers Guild conference

jessica neaves — Thu, 29 Jan 2009 17:16:48 +0000

The 2009 annual conference for the Handcrafted Soapmakers Guild has been announced! It will be held May 12 – 14, 2009 in Palm Springs, CA. The conference will take place at the Miramonte Resort and will feature Erin Brokovich as the keynote speaker! A wide variety of workshops will be taught, including Creative CP Design, Making the Leap from Retail to Wholesale, and How to Survive in a Sluggish Economy. Whether you have been making soap for years or are just starting out, there is a wealth of information to be learned at the event.

Find all the details here.

Teach Soaps New Forum

Shellie — Thu, 29 May 2008 12:21:03 +0000

Teachsoap.com has launched its new soap making forum, its not too busy or active as yet, but I am sure it is going to be a greatÂ source for recipes, advice and tips.Â Make sure you bookmark it as I think its going to be a great resource.

~Indie Beauty Network~

Kimberly Ayers — Mon, 29 Oct 2007 17:27:47 +0000

If you’re looking to join a handmade toiletries guild, organization or any other group that would help you with your business as well as supplying LIABILITY INSURANCE then you need to pay a visit to the Indie Beauty Network.Â Â Â I couldn’t recommend a better group out there that helps the indie bath, body and related products maker more than them!

The Jeanne Rose Newsletter

Kimberly Ayers — Tue, 04 Sep 2007 15:37:44 +0000

Jeanne Rose, aka The Grande Dame of AromaHerbalism has a free online newsletter titled “Jeanne Rose News ~ Online!”

You can subscribe to the newsletter by visiting HERE. There’s a wealth of information on aromatherapy and herbalism in the files section of past newsletters.

Ms. Rose’s newsletter is always full of great information as well as providing a listing of upcoming classes, intensives and distillations. If you haven’t ever taken a class, intensive or distillation with Jeanne Rose and you want to – you might want to take one as soon as you can. In her classic fashion, Jeanne Rose says “I’m an old woman and I am not going to be teaching forever!”

Check out the newsletter and see how you like it!

[tags]aromatherapy education, essential oils, hydrosols, herbs, herbalism[/tags]

Just for Rebels

Kimberly Ayers — Fri, 17 Aug 2007 14:54:59 +0000

Here is a fabulous site for rebel natural and botanical perfumers!

Le Parfumeur RebelleÂ

The website has a listing of resources, blogs and education for those interested in natural and botanical perfumery – and for those who don’t necessarily follow all of the rules!

Vivre les Parfumeurs Rebelle!Â

Bath and Body Yahoo Group

Shellie — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 06:47:39 +0000

With 4569 members this yahoo bath and body group is a great source of inspiration and support.

Bath and body is a group dedicated to new recipes, tips and ongoing advice for all levels of crafters and

if your having trouble or would just like to chat to other like minded people then this group might be a great start.