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Dorm Decor giveaway

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9780811863476_normI am giving away a brand new copy of Dorm Decor: Remake Your Space with More than 325 Projects by Theresa Gonzalez and Nicole Smith!

To enter, simply leave a comment on this post only letting me know what your favorite bath & body product is to make.   Comments must be posted by 9 pm PST, Friday, October 2nd.  One entry per person only.  Winner will be drawn randomly October 3rd and notified via email, so make sure it’s included in your comment.

See my review of Dorm Decor here.

Comments

  1. My favorite bath products to make are bath bombs! They require only a few common ingredients, are infinitely customizable and they are lots of fun to use!

  4. Can I be entered if I’ve never made a bath and body product? I’m really interested in making lip balm, but haven’t gotten the supplies yet, so I can’t yet say I’ve made anything. 🙁

  6. Woot! My favorite bath and body product to make would be face wash. My husband has very oily skin and so we use special herbal remedies to help with acne.

  8. Ooh, I always used to make lip balms as a kid! I got a kit for Christmas and since I’ve discovered the world of natural products I’ve been dying to try to make some new balms as gifts.

  17. I love making fresh and fruity face cleansers and moisturizers…it’s fun teaching the girls in my dorm all about making handmade body products! 🙂 Thanks!

  19. sugar and salt body scrubs are what we make and give for holiday gifts
    love some new homemade gift ideas from you
    thanks

  24. I also have never made a bath & body product, but I’m very interested in learning to make fun soaps & loofas!

  26. Hey! I would love to be entered, and my favorite product to make is definitely a great exfoliator out of coarse sugar and honey…yummy. 🙂

  27. I loooove making sugar and salt scrubs! & I love them even more when my husband uses them. 🙂

    Thanks for the giveaway!

  34. I love making candles, and crocheting scrubbies from mesh materials. It is awesome to make them multiple colors!

  39. I think this counts as a body product… I love making rice bags(heating pads) for gifts. I have made them as eye masks with lavendar in them and they are wonderful! So soothing and relaxing (the eye mask shaped ones are great for sinus headaches, too). Thanks for the chance at your giveaway!

Have you read?

Grinch Gunk Bath Slime – A Silly, Skin-Safe Christmas Soak for Kids

There’s always one cheeky elf who pushes things a little too far—and this time? He’s covered in Grinch Gunk! This fun, fizzy Grinch Gunk Bath Slime is a gooey, giggle-worthy bath treat that looks mischievous but is totally skin-safe. It’s squishy, jiggly, and dissolves into the bath for a silly Christmas soak your kids won’t forget.

Whether you’re staging your Elf on the Shelf’s latest misadventure or putting together a “Grinch Spa Kit” for holiday gifting, this bath-safe slime is part sensory play, part bath magic.

 Why You’ll Love This Grinchy Goo

  • Safe and fun for kids 
  • No harsh ingredients—just skin-loving gentle goo 
  • Doubles as sensory play before bath time 
  • Can be poured into the bath like a bath gel 
  • Perfect for Elf on the Shelf setups or DIY stocking stuffers 
  • Customisable with scent, shimmer, and fun containers 

 Ingredients – Guar Gum Gel Version (Skin-Safe, Natural)

Makes about 1 cup of Grinch Gunk

  • 1 cup warm distilled water 
  • 1 tsp guar gum powder (natural thickener) 
  • 1 tbsp glycerin or aloe vera gel (skin soothing + slip) 
  • 5–10 drops peppermint essential oil (or vanilla-mint blend) 
  • Green mica powder or food-safe soap colorant 
  • 1 tsp baking soda (optional, helps soothe skin) 
  • Small jar or squishy tub container 

Optional:

  • A pinch of eco-safe glitter 
  • Mini plastic Grinch or Elf toy 
  • Printable “Help! The Grinch Got Me!” tag 

 Melt-and-Pour Version (For Squishy Soap-Like Texture)

  • ½ cup clear melt-and-pour soap base, chopped 
  • 1 tbsp vegetable glycerin 
  • Green soap colorant or mica 
  • 5 drops peppermint essential oil 
  • Heat-safe jar or silicone mold 

 How to Make – Guar Gum Version

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine warm water and glycerin. 
  2. Slowly sprinkle in the guar gum powder, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Let sit for 5 minutes to thicken. 
  3. Add baking soda, essential oils, and green mica. Whisk again until smooth and gooey. 
  4. Add glitter or shimmer if using. Pour into small jars. 
  5. Let sit uncovered for 10–15 minutes before sealing. 

 How to Make – Melt & Pour Version

  1. Gently melt soap base in microwave or double boiler until fully liquid. 
  2. Stir in glycerin, mica, and essential oils. 
  3. Pour into jar or mold and allow to cool and firm up. The result: a jiggly, jello-like slab of bath slime! 

 How to Use Grinch Bath Slime

  • Scoop a tablespoon or two into the tub as the water runs 
  • Rub between hands for silly slime play before rinsing 
  • Watch it dissolve into a silky, minty soak 
  • Store leftovers sealed, out of sunlight, for 1–2 weeks (guar gum version) 

Note: As with all kids’ bath products, adult supervision is recommended. Avoid eyes and mouth.

 Elf on the Shelf Setup

Here’s how to make your elf’s Grinch-y mischief come to life:

  • Place your Elf in a clear jar of green slime 
  • Add a sign that says:
     “HELP! The Grinch Got Me!” 
  • Scatter a few green drops or slime trails around the counter 
  • Leave behind a note that says:
     “I tried to sneak a treat, but the Grinch left me stuck in goo! Scoop some into your bath—if you dare!” 

 Gifting Tips

Grinch Gunk makes an adorable DIY gift for:

  • Christmas Eve boxes 
  • Classmate gifts 
  • Stocking stuffers 
  • Holiday bath kits 
  • Grinch movie night party favours 

Packaging ideas:

  • Green slime in mini jam jars 
  • Labelled with: “Grinch Gunk – For When You’ve Been a Little Naughty” 
  • Tie with black ribbon or pipe cleaner “antlers” 
  • Pair with a mini candy cane or elf sticker 

This Grinch Gunk Bath Slime brings just the right amount of holiday chaos to bath time. It’s festive, fun, and full of sensory magic—and the perfect way to turn a simple soak into a giggly, sparkly memory.

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