Soap Making, Oils and Recipes
This sea mud 
soap already has me feeling relaxed with just the name. Let’s face it if it was called green goo soap you probably wouldn’t get a mental picture of laying in a bubble bath as you soap your worries away right? Is it all in a name? Either way I love the sound … Read More ...
This lemon basil soap is the perfect combination for oily acne skin. Basil has only recently been added to my stockpile of oils but it’s antibacterial properties are amazing.
Here is the full recipe over at Soap Deli News. This soap would be a great gift for teenagers and tweens too for that matter.
Making … Read More ...
I am not into beards for me or my husband but I know plenty of woman who swoon over men like these guys above. Though I am sure it has nothing to do with their beards. Beards however are making a comeback as men head back to caveman like styles. This tutorial is for a … Read More ...
What a fun little gift for Christmas time, these would be great for all ages especially that hard to buy for teenager who probably would much prefer a new ipad. ipads in my opinion should be beyond anyone’s Christmas budget and a little handmade goes a long way in my world . DIY Soap Cookie … Read More ...
So I knew I had to try out Cotton towels before making some purchases for Christmas so I emailed Hammamas.com for the low down. I had seen Cotton Turkish towels here and there but wanted to know more. Did you know each towel only weights around 250grams? They are lightweight so perfect for lugging to … Read More ...
Turmeric is one of those “healthy” things I have been going to try for sometime. I would prefer to take it in capsule form as my routine of Apple Cider Vinegar and Grapefruit oil is already time-consuming and the thought of having to make and boil Turmeric Milk as well is kinda daunting for me … Read More ...
That moment when you realize being invited to the neighbourhood or office ” Ugly Christmas Sweaters” party really isn’t that cool . It’s the same moment that you stand in the mirror trying to wear that ugly sweater (You probably picked it up last season thinking it was cool) and see just how unflattering … Read More ...
I imagine around 50% of you are saying What is Activated Charcoal Powder
? Well here is the answer.
Activated charcoal is a product of burned hardwoods. It provides a natural way to color your soap black. To achieve a nice black soap, use 1 tablespoon activated charcoal per pound of soap. Activated charcoal is … Read More ...
Picture this – it’s black Friday shopping day and everything good has gone from the shelves because you chose to sleep in/stay with kids/ or save money. But then you see it at the bottom of the shelf is a pair of plain boring heels that everyone (but you) has over looked. You reach down … Read More ...
Here is the scenario I am going to imagine – I am already wearing my LBD. My hair is clearly brushed possibly styled, I must have already organized the kids to stay at Grandma’s house and then suddenly a call comes in –
Husband – Honey We have just been invited to a Party with … Read More ...
Christmas in Australia is all about Summer and the sun. (Crazy right!)
When my kids asked for presents for their school friends I just had to try and bring in these sunglasses I got stuck with after a wrong order was sent out to me last year.
I found this cute free printable for “May … Read More ...
Sometimes the best way to get the latest style at affordable prices is to cheat it! I love the simplicity of creating this strappy layered bra with some binding to an existing bra. Being able to covert an old favorite bra is perfect when it comes to comfort too. Full tutorial can be found here.… Read More ...
I think at some point we have all felt a little anxious, but when does feeling anxious become a full blown Anxiety attack? This article by Cupcakesandcashmere.com will help you to isolate your fears and try to overcome them. Obviously if your life is taken over by an Anxiety attack then you should seek help … Read More ...
If you have thin, short baby hair then you probably have been overly irritated by the thick high buns that have been rocking the streets of late. I have thick hair so I don’t share your pain, sorry. But buns are going to stick a round for a little longer but the good news is … Read More ...
I am not going to pretend to know much about this charity or there cause. But I do know this – If you buy this ring for $26 and $13 from every sale goes directly to help rescue people from slavery. How about buying this for a young woman you know as a gift to … Read More ...