I don’t know why but these soap sticks look a little retro to me. These would be perfect for little boys as they resemble building links or construction toys. Lot’s of fun to be had with this tutorial. Check out the full post here Soap Sticks Tutorial.
… Read More ...DIY – No Lye Soap Whip
This whipped soap recipe comes from SavyNaturalista who whipped up a batch of hardened liquid soap to create this light and fluffy whipped cream soap. For this recipe you need soap, coconut oil and glycerin. All the ingredients are easy to obtain and safe. This project would be great for tweens and teens looking at … Read More ...
Soap Making – Gumball Soaps
This is very colorful soap that uses embeds for a Gumball effect. The kids would love to use this. She also talks about how to keep the scent true, how to use the Embed mold and a real action video so you can follow along.
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Last Minute Gift – DIY Sugar Scrub
Have you suddenly realized your a gift short or found a space in the gift basket that needs filling? This Lemon Sugar scrub is so quick to make that you could easily make 5-10 jars in 30 mins. The free printable label means all you have to do is stick it onto the top of … Read More ...
Soap Recipe – Chocolate Mocha Soap
I am pretty sure you’re drooling right now aren’t you? These Mocha soap is a little coffee and little chocolate and a whole lot of goodness. For the full tutorial and more amazing images check out Soaprecipes101.com.
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Soap Recipe – Sea Salt
This is not your typical salt bar. Those, also known as spa bars, are typically made from at least 80% coconut oil, at 15 to 20% superfat and 50 to 100% salt. So you would use 1 pound of oils to 1 pound of salt. Sound complicated ? Really it isn’t just follow this fantastic … Read More ...
How to Wrap a Block Of Soap
If you are looking for fun and festive ways to wrap a block of soap then check out this roundup. The smallest of gifts can stand out in a room filled with presents with these simple to follow designs.
… Read More ...Chocolate Sugar Scrub
The temptation to eat this will be great but the desire to soak in it will win you over. The presentation of this chocolate scrub is amazing. It looks delightful I am sure it smells delightful. Full instructions and tutorial here.
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Soap Making – Yule Tide Cheer
What I love most about this soap is actually the name “Yuletide Cheer”. I can only imagine how great it smells. It is made using a blend of Bramble Berry’s Christmas Tree Cybilla and Elements Bath and Body’s Rocky Mountain Christmas fragrance oils. For the full recipe including a video on how to cut the … Read More ...
Christmas Soap Molds
You still have time to make some Holiday soaps for friends and family. This St Nicholas mold is detailed and filled with nostalgia. If you are looking for something a little more festive then check out the full range at Milkywaymolds.com.
Making your own soaps for Christmas? Check out these Christmas soap making molds… Read More ...
Soap Making – Gingerbread House
You know those moment’s where you go “Wow why didn’t I think of that?” Well this is one of those.
Oilandbutter shares her brilliant idea for making a Gingerbread house from a silicone cookie mold. It is adorable! Check out her blog for all the tips and tricks to make sure it comes together as … Read More ...
Melt & Pour Fortune Cookie Soaps
Fortune cookies are lot’s of fun but how about making some Fortune cookie soaps. These would be perfect for party or wedding favors. I would suspect it might take a little practice to get it exactly right. Make sure you leave enough time before the big day to have a few practice runs. The key … Read More ...
Soap Making – Soap Snow Globes
Snow globes are one of those age old traditions that just keep on coming back. There is something sweet about the simple Snow globe and these soaps are just as adorable. The ooze Christmas fun and cheer. Crafts Unleashed share their tutorial on just how to make these adorable little soaps.
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Honeycomb Soap Tutorial
Sometimes you wonder which rock you live under when it comes to crafting ideas. If you are new to soap
making then you are going to want to keep reading. Use bubble wrap at the bottom of your molds for a honeycomb effect.
Read the full tutorial here Soapqueen.com.
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How To Frost A Bath Fizzie
With the silly season fast approaching it’s time to start making those Hand-mad gifts. Before you turn out some randomly boring Bath Bombs try this technique for adding a little frosting to the top of your flat bath bombs. You can use brights or pastel bombs for different looks. Add a bottle of wine, some … Read More ...