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Batman soap tutorial

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batmansoap01-320x231Not quite Halloweenish, but still close and very fun, The Pink Toque has a tutorial on a melt and pour Batman soap. Also, as a bonus, there is a link to a very cute matching knitted Batman washcloth!

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Germ fighter spray recipe

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Are you concerned about the flu?  Try this germ fighter spray from Aroma Thyme to help cut down on germs in your home. Germ Fighter Spray We’ve all been told to wash our hands more frequently. Here is an antiseptic, germ fighting spray to use on cuts and scrapes. May also be used as a room spray. Ingredients: 12 [...]

Dexter bloodslide soap

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I love the Showtime show Dexter and was excited to see these inventive bloodslide soaps in homage to the show’s main character.  The bloodslide soaps are made by Bloodbath.  For those who are not fans of Dexter, Bloodbath also has lots of fun, Halloween/horror themed soaps available too.

Halloween bathroom decorations

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465639Right now, Kohl’s has a great selection of Halloween and fall bathroom accessories, including shower curtains, bath mats, towels, and soap dispensers.  And best of all, it’s on sale!  Visit your nearest Kohl’s or shop online here.

Halloween bathroom decorations

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Right now, Kohl’s has a great selection of Halloween and fall bathroom accessories, including shower curtains, bath mats, towels, and soap dispensers.  And best of all, it’s on sale!  Visit your nearest Kohl’s or shop online here.

Boo Halloween soap cigar band

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Perfume Kits as some really cute free downloadable soap labels and soap cigar band labels available on their site, including this cute one for Halloween!  Find them all here.

Natural shaving cream recipe

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Natural Shaving Cream from Essential Oil Recipes This Natural Shaving Cream is great for both men and women. It is excellent for a man’s bristly beard as well as for the softer feminine hair on legs, underarms, bikini and Brazilian. The cucumber juice will soothe the skin, while the lavender and carrot essential oils will help [...]

Rice bag feet warmer tutorial

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This beautiful rice bag feet warmer is from V and Co and comes just in time for the cooler weather.  I love the Moda fabric! Find all the instructions here.

Sea mud body mask recipe

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This Sea Mud Body Mask from Cranberry Lane will help detoxify your skin. Instructions: (Makes One Body Treatment) 2 Tbsp Sea Mud Base, (Sea Kelp, Green Clay, Calcium Carbonate, Baking soda, Xanthan gum) 5-6 drops of Essential Oils 1 cup distilled or filtered water (heated) Blending Mask: Beat all ingredients together, using a whisk or hand blender, until mask begins to [...]

Cinnamon rosemary soap recipe

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This warm and cozy cinnamon rosemary soap from Majestic Mountain Sage is great for winter. Cinnamon Rosemary Soap Ingredients: o 42 oz wt Olive Oil o 39 oz wt Hydrogenated Soybean Oil o 32 oz wt Coconut Oil o 16 oz wt Lye (sodium hydroxide) o 42 oz water Instructions: Add the scent (1/3 oz. Cinnamon Leaf Essential Oil and 1/3 oz. Rosemary Essential [...]

October Twilight essential oil recipe

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Celebrate autumn with this October Twilight essential oil blend from Southern Soapers! Dilute these blends in 95% – 98% jojoba oil for a personal scent to carry with you, or use perfumer’s alcohol. October Twilight 10 drops patchouli 5 drops cedarwood virginiana 5 drops neroli 5 drops rose geranium 5 drops clary sage

SoapyLove book review

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Debbie Chialtas of Soapylove has published her first book, SoapyLove: Squeaky-clean projects using melt and pour soap, and it does not disappoint!  SoapyLove is not only a great introductory book for the beginner melt and pour soap crafter, but will teach soapmaking veterans some new tricks as well. The first portion of the book has an [...]