There are so many cool things about this tutorial not sure where to start. LOVED the history of mascara — the fact that cake was the only thing available until the late ’50s was new to me. And how great that both recipes were heavily tested and are straightforward. And vegan. Wow. Thank Myra from … Read More ...
DIY: “Lush” Style Buffy Bars
Since we all can appreciate a little “hack” now and again, the folks at Easy Home Made went to the Lush website to find the ingredients for the Buffy Bars, then made their own. Brilliant, I’d say. Find it all here.
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DIY: Probiotic Deodorant
A deodorant with less of stuff we don’t recognize and more of stuff we do makes good sense. The folks at Frugally Sustainable share their easy recipe. And yes, it does work! Get the tutorial here.… Read More ...
DIY: Rosemary Lemon Foot Soak/Scrub
I’ve got two words for you: winter feet. Don’t need to say any more than that, do I? Jenna from the clever blog A Bird’s Leap has a great (and simple) recipe for a scrub that will be sure to rejuvenate your tired feet. Find it all here.
DIY: Antibacterial Moisturizing Lotion
In the northeastern United States, it’s barely safe to leave your house as there are so many germs. Everywhere. And of course the air is dry and cold, and hand sanitizers just make that worse. Thankfully Jillee, from One Good Thing, just reposted her moisturizing lotion tutorial and she kicked it up a notch … Read More ...
DIY: Cupcake Bath Fizzies
How fun are these? I’ve always struggled making bath fizzies but I love them in the tub and I think this straight forward recipe from Easy Home Made solves some of the problems I’ve been having. So give it a whirl and find it here.… Read More ...
DIY: Snake Skin Soap
This was a first for me. Yes, you can make cold process soap using snake skin. I would NEVER have thought of using, err, the shed skin (no snakes are harmed in this recipe). Maria is sharing her step by step recipe at WikiTalks…if you try this, please do email me! Find it here… Read More ...
DIY: “Man Magnet” Body Spray!
Just in time for Valentine’s Day is this rocking vanilla and clove scented body spray from Stephanie at Henry Happened. And it’s a “man magnet” because your skin will feel smooth to the touch AND apparently vanilla stirs up feelings of intimacy. Worth a shot, I’d say. Find it all here.… Read More ...
DIY: Hot Oil Hair Treatment
This is the most dry winter I can ever remember. So the thought of an easy to mix together hot oil treatment sounds perfect right about now. The folks at The Mountain Rose Blog share their recipe and tips for giving your hair some TLC. Find it all here.… Read More ...
DIY: Honey Mint Mouthwash
Listerine be gone! Jillee from One Good Thing shares her absolutely delicious sounding recipe for honey mint mouthwash. It’s easy and really, who wouldn’t want to be gargling with this? Get all the details here.… Read More ...
DIY: Natural Room Scents
If you’re like me and hate the artificial “good” smells you can buy, this clever tutorial from The Yummy Life shows you how to make your own using all natural ingredients. Lemon, rosemary and vanilla anyone? Or lime, thyme, mint and vanilla? Yes, please. Find it all here.… Read More ...
DIY: Natural Makeup Powder
Who knew it was this easy to whip up your own makeup? Christine from Great Oak Circle shares her step-by-step tutorial to creating a translucent powder that’s wonderful for covering blemishes and absorbing oil. She even has ideas on how to store and use it. Find it all here.… Read More ...
DIY: Organic Lotion & Hair Cream
Cold dry weather means cold dry skin. My Merry Messy Life has a simple, four-ingredient recipe that works for your hair and your skin and couldn’t be easier to make. I’m going to mix this up and slather it on! Find it here.… Read More ...
Tutorial: Chocolate (!!) Lip Balm
Nothing says Valentine’s Day more than chocolate and lips. Why not bring them together? This is a classic recipe from Anne-Marie, aka The Soap Queen, but I simply couldn’t resist it because it is the perfect quick easy and delightful V-day gift for everyone on your list. Get all the details here.… Read More ...
Tutorial: Soap in a Crockpot
If you’ve been hesitant to try making soap, this is the post for you. Jillee, from One Good Thing by Jillee, has done a wonderful tutorial that takes all the fear out of the process. And as always she’s honest about what worked, and what didn’t. She’s thrilled she’s finally soaping, so find it … Read More ...