Soap Making, Oils and Recipes
There are some household smells you can politely ignore… and then there are carpet smells. Anyone who has ever dealt with pets, kids, damp winter rooms, or the dreaded “someone was sick on the carpet” situation knows exactly what I mean. You clean the spot, you open the windows, you convince yourself it’s gone — … Read More ...
Heres a simple recipe for making your own hand sanitizer, easy to make and at least you will know what is in it 🙂
YOU WILL NEED
1 cup Aloe Vera Gel
(or you can make your own)
3/4 cup of rubbing alcohol
2 teaspoons vegetable glycerin
8-10 drops tea tree or lavender essential oil … Read More ...
Alot of people ask me where they can buy certain ingredients when they want to make a recipe I have posted. Introducing Pine Meadows Utah based wholesale supplier of candle and soap making supplies, fragrance oils, essential oils, lip balm flavours, clays salts and botanicals. Be sure to check out there free recipe section and … Read More ...
Follow this easy soap tutorial shared with me by Melissa via Rachelle from Tinkerlab for mum this Mothers Day or any occasion really. The hand painted ( by a child ) paper is also a lovely idea. I find this idea to be very cute. You will need the following
FOR THE PAPER
* liquid … Read More ...
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 ...
One warning before you start: you need to know the basics of soapmaking before you try this. There are many, many books and websites out there that can get you started. But in the meantime click here for a basic rundown of HOT PROCESS soapmaking
Ingredients
8 ounces of shortening
6 ounces of … Read More ...
Soapwort is probably one of the gentlest ways to cleanse very sensitive skin. Containing natural saponins, soapwort creates an impressive lather. Use the following recipe to soothe sensitive skin with eczema.
INGREDIENTS
1 cup red clover or calendula infusion click here to see how to make your own infusion
1 tablespoon chopped and bruised saponin … Read More ...
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 ...
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 ...
*****ST PATRICKS DAY IS JUST AROUND THE CORNER*****
I came across this and had to share it with you all, unlike most I cannot stand the taste of beer but wanting to get into the spirit of things this coming St Patricks Day I thought this would make a fabulous gift. Perusing Natural Skincare Made … Read More ...
All of Back Porch Soaps hands-on, natural skincare and soap making classes are taught by Marla Bosworth , president and founder of Back Porch Soap Company. She brings 30 years experience in retail, marketing and market research (13 years experience in the handmade bath and body industry, specifically). During the past 10 years… Read More ...
Soapylove was started in 2006 by Debbie Chialtas. Debbie discovered glycerin soap crafting whilst pregnant with her son. The beautiful colors, designs, and shapes that are possible with “melt and pour” sparked her creative passion. She loved being able to create something super special, completely usable, and totally adorable! ( And she has )… Read More ...
Brought to my attention by Lauren, herbalist and medicine maker with Good Fight Herb Co. She wanted to share with you a very unique and loving Valentines Day Gift Package that she created with the help of friends, “Blades Natural Beauty” and “Paperfinger”. The CARE (about you!) PACKAGE is one of … Read More ...
Here is a tutorial on how to make some really cute snow globe soaps that was brought to my attention via Charm Bracelet Diva These can be used year-round, not just at Christmas!
Click here for full list of ingredients and directions on how to make these yourself
I had a mini brainstorm on … Read More ...
