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Avocado body butter recipe

May 11, 2009 by jessica neaves 1 Comment

Avocado Body Butter by Janice Cox
from Soap Nuts

Ingredients
1/4 cup grated cocoa butter
1 TBS. coconut oil
2 TBS. sesame oil
1 TBS. avocado
1 TbS. grated beeswax

Directions:
Combine all ingredients in an ovenproof glass container.

Place the container into a 1 – 2 ” H2O bath. Melt oils & wax gently.… Read More ...

Round soap tutorial

May 10, 2009 by jessica neaves 1 Comment

loofah-soap-2-300x200Sherrie of Birch Bark Soap has created a great tutorial on making round or loofah soaps for The Soap Bar.  Find the instructions here.  While this is for cold process soap, it can be easily modified for melt and pour soap crafters.… Read More ...

Grapeseed oil profile

May 8, 2009 by jessica neaves Leave a Comment

Grapeseed Oil (Vitis Vinifera)
From Oils by Nature

From the Latin words “vinifera” (wine bearing) and “vitis” (vine)…

The grapeseed plant is actually a deciduous climbing vine that ranges in length from 70 to 100 feet. There are more than 3,000 varieties, and none contain more than two seeds.

Grapeseed Oil is thought to have … Read More ...

Lavender dryer pillow tutorial

May 8, 2009 by jessica neaves Leave a Comment

dcrj106_5ca_dCathie and Steve of Creative Juice have created this simple tutorial to make a lavender scented dryer pillow.  Whip this up and add to your dryer cycle to have your clothes smelling like lovely lavender!… Read More ...

All natural dog shampoo recipe

May 7, 2009 by jessica neaves 1 Comment

shampoo-for-dogsIf you have been looking for a natural, chemical-free shampoo for your dog, try this recipe from Old Dog Treats and Rawhide.  It is a slight variation on a very common recipe.  Finish it up with the finishing rinse for a shiny coat!

This recipe makes a nice dog shampoo that keeps the pH … Read More ...

Aftershave lotion recipe

May 6, 2009 by jessica neaves Leave a Comment

After Shave Lotion
From Soap Maker Supplies

Ingredients:
½ cup witch hazel
¼ teaspoon propolis
½ cup mineral water
1 tablespoon liquid vegetable glycerin
1 tablespoon aloe vera concentrate
¼ teaspoon lime oil

Instructions:
Combine the witch hazel and propolis in a jar with a tightly fitting lid and let sit overnight. Add the remaining … Read More ...

How to make your own soap molds

May 6, 2009 by jessica neaves Leave a Comment

f43t6vefjai3496mediumSoapyHollow has posted a great tutorial on how to make your own molds for soapmaking.  Sometimes you have a fantastic idea in your head, but can’t find the mold to make it work.  This tutorial will help you make all of those ideas a reality!  SoapyHollow makes gem and shell molds as examples.… Read More ...

Earth clay soap recipe

May 5, 2009 by jessica neaves Leave a Comment

Earth Clay Soap Recipe – Melt and Pour

From the Soap Making Forum

1 lb. vegetable glycerin soap
1 T. Clay
2 T. Jojoba Oil
1/4 Cup Distilled Water
Colorant and Scent

Be sure to mix the clay separately.  I put the T. of clay in a dish and spoon a small amount of the … Read More ...

Lavender bath salts recipe

May 5, 2009 by jessica neaves Leave a Comment

saltsLost Button Studio has posted a tutorial to make these beautiful and moisturizing lavender scented bath salts.  These would be a nice gift for Mother’s Day, made with your mom’s favorite scent!… Read More ...

And the winner is…

May 4, 2009 by jessica neaves Leave a Comment



The winner of the Stencil 101 Giveaway is…

Jenny Brandon!

Congratulations Jenny!  I’ll be emailing you to get your address.  For everyone else that entered, thanks and stay tuned for more giveaways in the future.… Read More ...

Zesty calendula CP recipe

May 4, 2009 by jessica neaves Leave a Comment

zestycalend1Zesty Calendula cold process soap
From Miller’s Homemade Soaps

32 ounces soybean oil
32 ounces vegetable shortening (Crisco)
14 ounces olive oil
10 ounces coconut oil
1 ounce of stearic acid (optional)
28 ounces cold water
12 ounces lye crystals

Temperatures were around 110 degrees.

Add at trace:
3/4 oz. Citronella EO
1/2 oz. Bergamot … Read More ...

Diego’s shaving soap recipe

May 3, 2009 by jessica neaves Leave a Comment

Make this luscious shaving soap for the man in your life.  From Aromatics & More.

Diego’s Shaving Soap with Patchouli and Orange
Our wonderful Pre-Milled Soap base consists of Saponified oils of Coconut and Palm and NOTHING ELSE.


This is a very creamy soap that has a nice slip. It leaves the skin feeling … Read More ...

Scalp tonic for hair growth recipe

May 1, 2009 by jessica neaves Leave a Comment

I came across a very interesting recipe for a scalp tonic to encourage new hair growth on Aromatics & More, a New Zealand-based company.

Scalp Tonic for Hair Growth

An exciting study conducted by Scottish researchers ( Archives of Dermatology (1998; 134:1349-1352) found that aromatherapy can indeed promote new hair growth and safely and effectively … Read More ...

Garden flower bath melts

May 1, 2009 by jessica neaves 1 Comment

gardenflowerbathmelts_lgThese garden flower bath melts from Craft Stylish are so lovely and would make a great Mother’s Day gift.   There are three recipes to choose from – chamomile cream, green goddess, and rosebud – to please any mother’s tastes.  Find all the details here.… Read More ...

Revitalizing bath salts recipe

April 30, 2009 by jessica neaves Leave a Comment

In keeping with the swine flu media craze sweeping the country, try out this Revitalizing Recovery Bath Salts recipe  Stay healthy and well!

This is an excellent bath for those feeling achy or have the flu. Also excellent for those zealous over-trainers with good fitness intentions! An excellent body detoxification bath.

Ingredients:
1 cup Epsom … Read More ...

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