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Regina @ Chalk In My Pocket contacted me to share this fabulous recipe for a “Homemade Bathtub Puffy Paint” that she and her daughter Claire concocted last week. It’s a simple recipe of soap, hot water & dye blended… Read More... Forgotten what the date is, been super busy at work or play oopsy don’t despair click here for A tutorial for a cute and quick last minute Valentine’s Day gift Posted by Kayla @ This Beautiful Mess
HERBAL INFUSIONS
Infusions are a easily made, if you have ever made a cup of tea, you have made an infusion. In an infusion the softer more delicate parts of a plant are used ( flowers & leaves )
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This week I have decided is “Hair Week” So I will be sharing quick and simple hair recipes/ techniques for all of this week.
Have you ever noticed when you use a particular type of hair product with time your … Read More...
Here is a tutorial on how to make some really cute snow globe soaps that was brought to my attention via Charm Bracelet Diva These can be used year-round, not just at Christmas!
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As someone who loves to save money and enjoys DIY projects, stumbling upon Why Not Sew’s blog was a real treat. I was amazed to find a recipe for creating … Read More...
SAVING THE WORLD ONE WASHLOAD AT A TIME
A washing detergent that grows on trees…literally – soapnuts are an environmentally friendly sustainably produced (naturally sundried), bio-degradable and compostable way of cleaning your laundry.
To find out more about soap nuts … Read More...
A long time ago a deep tan used to be a sign of wealth and good health as only the rich could afford to lie around in the sun all day. Skip forward to modern day where we fortunately realise … Read More...
The weight of an eye pillow will help reduce inflammation and puffiness of the eyelids add some dried lavender flowers to make it fragrant and calming. Some of you might like to try an eye mask . A Cucumber Milk … Read More...
Loathe dry skin? Want a cheap and easy way to get your skin super soft? Try Olive Oil it is full of anti-oxidants, cheap as chips and makes a natural nourishing and strengthening skin treatment. Slather a thoroughly cleansed body … Read More...
Looking for a romantic yet interesting Valentines Day Gift? Why not make your own. Click here for a simple recipe for Edible Honey Dust Powder.
Yum Yum! Move over, Karma Sutra! Dim the lights and whip out those feather dusters… … Read More...
I couldn’t resist sharing the recipe for chocolate body paint when I read a post by Seduction Meals “A luscious, chocolaty concoction that will bring out your inner Picasso – what you choose to paint is entirely up to you…”… Read More...
Want kissable lips this Valentines Day, I found these easy to follow recipes for homemade lip balm using petroleum jelly or vaseline @ allfreecrafts.com Moisturising and soothing these lip balms will soften the lips whilst helping to prevent chapping, … Read More...
Valentines Day is just around the corner. Want to try something different that he/she will love that includes words of love. Once dissolved, these bath fizzies reveal secret messages for your valentine. I found these romantic bath fizzies at MarthaStewart.com… Read More...
To make your own homemade self-tanner/sunless tanner for face and body.
Simply mix ¼ cup of cocoa powder with 100ml of a natural white lotion (or lotion with an SPF for added protection), and spread it evenly over your … Read More...
It’s that time of year again where you resolve to take better care of yourself. Why not start the new year with a detoxifying bath soak using “Sendha Namak” an Indian Rock Salt click here to learn about the benefits … Read More...
Soap Queen shares a wonderful tutorial perfect for the holidays…learn how to create a Pepperminty Bark Soap here.
*Note: This is my last post as Bath & Body editor for Craft Gossip. Thank you to all of you who … Read More...
Denise’s Yada Yada blog recently featured a soap making recipe for Fortune Cookie Soaps. For an extra dose of cleverness, print your own fortunes to include inside the soaps! These make wonderful gifts, as well as treats for yourself.
IndieSpotting has a great article detailing how to create homemade bath salts that are perfect for holiday giving. Learn how to create cinnamon, as well as pumpkin bath salts here. You will also find a link to a PDF … Read More...
I love the lillyella blog that is always full of inspiration & great articles, including one that includes a recipe for a clay mask posted by Roxana of Illuminated Perfume.
