This is a tutorial, but it’s also a great jumping off point for your own creativity. So think of it as an inspiration piece. Find out how to give yourself some rocking nails here, courtesy of Nail Art 101.… Read More ...
Inspiration: True Rose Soap
Not only does this soap look amazing, its creator, Megan of Blushie on Etsy, say that inhaling it is like “huffing on a red rose.” Just thought I’d share the fabulousness, see it for yourself here. *Not a sponsored post, just think her soaps are lovely!… Read More ...
DIY: Rainbow Zebra Nails
Wow…love love love these. Laynie at LaynieFingers has given us a wonderful how-to video that is so easy to follow we could all be sporting rainbow zebra nails. Get the tutorial here.… Read More ...
DIY: Spring Cleaning — Laundry!
It’s day one in our Spring Cleaning series and we’ll start with everyone’s least favorite thing (ok, mine anyway), laundry.
From what I’ve read, this is the best possible stain remover (get the details from One Good Thing by Jillee right here).
But, of course, we need laundry detergent.
The basics are more … Read More ...
DIY: M&P Secret Message Soap (& Contest!)
Glittery soap with a secret surprise inside? These would be great little Easter treats for everyone, not just kids. Follow the step-by-step tutorial here from the Soap Queen and then don’t forget to enter the contest to win a “Soap” necklace from Nancy Miller Jewelry Designs.… Read More ...
Inspiration: Soap ‘staches
Mustaches…they’re everywhere, and why not in your soap? Just had to share these cute ‘stache soaps made from chocolate molds, from Greenbean’s Crafterole. I think she had me at the handlebar…my best friend’s father had one, and I just love them! See the many soapy mustaches — and even some on sticks — right here… Read More ...
Tutorial: Coffee soap from a crockpot!
I’m a long-time CP soaper but I’ve never tried the opposite way (hot process) using a crockpot before…hmmm…what a clever idea. Using leftover coffee and coffee grounds this tutorial shows you how to make a good looking and hard working soap for your kitchen that will help get rid of strong smells and be a … Read More ...
DIY: An easier way to rainbow (gradient) nails
Not only are these nails high on the “wow” factor, the fact you can do this yourself…double wow. In fact your friends will want you to do this to their nails once they’ve seen yours. Get the step by step process here from Laynie Fingers (but beware, she admits it’s a pretty messy process!)… Read More ...
DIY: Make your own toothpaste (with coconut oil!)
My idea of homemade toothpaste is baking soda — just baking soda — on my tooth brush! But Jillee at One Good Thing has gone way beyond that and made her own toothpaste, using coconut oil. And the bonus? Her blog post has an amazing 38 other ways to use coconut oil, some she … Read More ...
DIY: Honeycomb Melt & Pour Soap
Ok, because you can’t get enough honeycomb effect soap…now here’s a way to do it with melt & pour…a technique that is just now catching on. Check out the detailed — and did we mention completely easy/beginner friendly/no failure possible? — instructions from the Soap Queen here.… Read More ...
Tutorial: Do try this face mask at home (alone!)
Ok, from the same fun practical blog that showed us how Purple Kool-Aid will brighten blonde hair comes a truly effective and simple face mask. Only it’s rather, um, shocking when you put it on — because the main ingredient is turmeric — so this is one you’ll want to do alone. But you’ll want … Read More ...
DIY: Make your own BB (Blemish Balm)
What if you could have one product for your face that did it all — gave you sunscreen protection, blemish coverage, moisturising and more? Well, with Blemish Balm (or what some people call Beauty Balm) now you can…and of course you can buy it, at places like Sephora. But why buy it if you can … Read More ...
Want to swap bath bombs? Here’s how
Bramble Berrry is hosting a bath bomb swap on its blog and it looks like fun. Basically you mail a dozen of your bombs to Bramble Berry and you’ll get a dozen different bombs in return. And you do not need to be a professional, or even all that experienced. Just do your best…and for … Read More ...
DIY: Citrus Honey Soap — WOW!
I could not love how this soap looks any more than I do. And to think the secret is…bubblewrap! Really, another “who knew?” moment this week. Hurry on over to Soap Making Essentials for a great step by step tutorial.… Read More ...
DIY: Blonde? Brighten It Up!
I admit, I’ve dyed wool with Kool-Aid, and of course I’ve drunk Kool-Aid, but never thought to use it on my hair. Sadly, I’m not blonde, but Stephanie of Henry Happened is and she swears by this simple technique to give her blonde hair a pop. Find out what to do here.… Read More ...