Soap!!!! I have not really posted about soap of late, so today I am sharing with you a link to Crafty Gemini’s YOUTUBE video tutorial on how to make soap from scratch using the cold process method. This video is perfect for beginners. Click here to see it for yourself. Upon closer inspection of Crafty … Read More ...
A Handmade Aromatherapy Pillow
This is a handmade aromatherapy pillow made by fellow blogger @MommyLabs Rashmie Jaaju’s 5 year old daughter as gift for this Father’s day. She made this using scraps of cotton fabric, stitching it into a pillow and filling it with rice mixed with essential oils, attar and herbal powders. It’s the most invigorating and sweetest … Read More ...
DIY Orange And White Rose Potpourri
Putting out a bowl of potpourri is an instant pick-me-up. It’s pretty and it’s a natural air freshener. I recently had a recipe/tutorial shared with me via Carolyn Garris of Carolyns Homework . Not only is the tutorial easy to follow but once you are done with your potpourri you can “GO GREEN” and compost … Read More ...
DIY Natural “Green” Mouthwash Recipes
Mouthwash is a neat little invention. It’s an easy way to feel like your mouth is totally clean and fresh smelling in a matter of seconds…all easily achieved without your toothbrush. So it’s no wonder that mouthwash is so popular. But really ask yourself why would you pour chemicals into your mouth, supporting the production … Read More ...
DIY Lemon Balm Lavender Bugs Off Spray
Thanks to Lynda @ Bloom Bake Create I am sharing a recipe for an all natural bug off spray This is really easy and made with stuff you probably have around the house. So let’s get started!
Lemon Balm – enough to fill a quart jar, Lavender flowers – a cup … Read More ...
Glycerin & Herb Soap Using Herbs From Your Garden – Great Mothers Day Idea
Thanks to Stephanie Blogger @ Henry Happened I am sharing a great ( and easy ) soap tutorial using the herbs growing in your garden. Great gift idea for kids to give to there mothers this upcoming Mothers Day. I know myself I personally love getting things my boys make me over store bought gifts.… Read More ...
DIY Stinky Feet Foot Soak
A great foot soak to deodorise the stinkiest of feet.
YOU WILL NEED
* 2 tablespoon dried sage
* 2 tablespoon dried rosemary
* 2 tablespoon dried thymme
* 2 tablespoon dried peppermint leaves ( tea )
* 1 tablespoon lemon peel coarsely grated
* 1 1/2 cups apple cider vinegar
HOW TO
1. Make … Read More ...
Honey Water Toner Recipe
A healing astringent toner for skin that is oily & blemished. As this is an all natural toner be sure to store in a clean bottle and keep in the fridge to keep it fresh.
YOU WILL NEED
5ml ( 1tsp ) honey
100ml purified water
5ml (1 tsp ) apple cider vinegar ( go … Read More ...
DIY Bath Salt Recipe Formula
Bath salts are versatile, are quick and easy to make and make wonderful gifts.
Soothing, Calming, Relaxing,Peaceful, rejuvenating, invigorating, cleansing, purifying, refreshing, energising, vitalising, restoring – the list goes on!!!
Just choose your essential oils and other natural ingredients to suit your mood – lay back and enjoy with some soothing candle and a glass … Read More ...
Oats Cleansers
Oats are remarkably cleansing. With healing, anti – inflammatory , softening & moisturizing properties, they are also high in silica & making them great for skin, nails & hair. For years professionals have heralded oats as the cleansing grain therefore recommending using oats for irritated, sensitive skin. Keep a jar of fine oatmeal near your … Read More ...
Mothers Milk Breast Milk Soap – Recipe
Always a fan of all things “Natural” We all know breastmilk is best but have any of you considered the effect breastmilk could quite possibly have on the skin and by skin I mean the WHOLE body !!!
We use Goats Milk in soap to alleviate all types of skin problems. Imagine the possibilities if … Read More ...
Shamrock Pizza – St Patricks Day Idea
Ok so I know I specialize in Bath & Body – I figure pizza goes in the body so this post counts 🙂 I came across an idea @ Make The Best Of Everything for something yummy to eat this St Patricks Day. What is the number one thing people like to eat when drinking … Read More ...
DIY French Themed Bathroom Accessories Tutorial
Kristen from Make The Best Of Everything shared this cute tutorial on how to make bathroom accessories for a french themed bathroom. She made a tissue holder and a soap dispenser. I think the project looks great. It was only a couple of dollars to put it together. Using only a few pieces of coloured … Read More ...
Smell Good – Solid Perfume Tutorial.
These are great because they won’t spill, they fit in a pocket or purse, and are just downright cute!
Thankyou Bloom Bake & Create for sharing this easy DIY Tutorial for Solid Perfume, using the following ingredients
Solid Perfume
20% soy wax – you can use beeswax, but soy seems to make it creamer… Read More ...
Good Clean Fun
Looking for something fun for the kids to do come bathtime thanks to Homemade Mamas not only will the kids get clean but they will have fun whilst doing so. You could jazz up this simple recipe by adding some glitter for sparkle. Try adding some lavender essential oil for some tranquility. I LOVE this … Read More ...