Soap Making, Oils and Recipes
Turmeric is one of those secret weapons against disease and inflammation. I use it in all my Indian cooking and might consider adding it to some more western style dishes too. Someone suggested I start taking the capsules for joint inflammation but so far I haven’t found them. Maybe I should just eat myself healthy.… Read More ...
So there is 11 days until Santa comes and you need to be looking your best. Now is the time to apply a facial or face mask. This simple 3 ingredient facial comes from thehaasmachine.com. For the full tutorial visit the link.
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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.
How do you apply Perfume? Apparently I am a rubber (rub perfume onto my wrists), which is a big no-no as it breaks down the molecules of the scent. Who would have thought I would be writing a post about the science of applying perfume. Typically I just use an antiperspirants as I suffer from … Read More ...
Johnson’s and Johnson’s have been getting some bad press lately with the realization that their products contain way too many chemicals lots of parents have been seeking out natural alternatives. The best thing about this recipe is that it’s easy to make and if you follow the link on the SoapQueen website you can order … Read More ...
I am a self confessed pony tail girl, I love the idea of it being acceptable to wear it out to a party. I definitely need to try this “Easy prep pony tail” as it looks sleek and best of all fast. I found it on a wedding website (No. I am not getting married) … Read More ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
I think I know what you are thinking – That’s a lovely bottle of Champagne 🙂 It’s simple but effective. Actually I think this would be a great idea for an end of year decor change, then on New Years Eve you can pop that baby open.
Sometimes the simple things can make all the … Read More ...
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.
Looking for more Snow … Read More ...
You might feel a little bit like a Chicken as you rub this into your aching muscles but its going to be well worth it. In face why not make a second batch and rub it into some chicken wings 🙂
This is what the website has to say “This homemade rub is a relaxing … Read More ...
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.
How adorable are these Snow Globe Soaps? I can not think of anyone who would not love receiving these for Christmas. (feel free to send me some). They really are not as hard as they look and even a beginner could pull off something presentable enough to give away to family and loved ones. For … Read More ...
Onecklace contacted me regarding a review and I jumped at the chance to have them create a necklace with my daughters name on it for her Birthday. The thing is, I didn’t want it for her upcoming 6th birthday I wanted it for her sweet 16th.
In the past few months I have been … Read More ...
