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Fabric designer Denyse Schmidt’s County Fair Patchwork Promenade panel raises cheater cloth to a whole new level. Save 35% off the regular price of this quirky, modern panel at Pink Chalk Studio.
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Fabric designer Denyse Schmidt’s County Fair Patchwork Promenade panel raises cheater cloth to a whole new level. Save 35% off the regular price of this quirky, modern panel at Pink Chalk Studio.
When we bought our house years ago, it was a display home—polished to perfection with five sparkling bathrooms and not a single bathtub in sight. I know, right? Five bathrooms, zero tubs. Not even a kiddie-sized one. It was beautiful, sure, but not exactly designed for long soaks and bubble baths.
At first, I thought I’d miss those slow, lavender-scented bath nights. But as a mum of two teenagers and a house full of fast-paced mornings, I’ve actually come to love our no-tub lifestyle. And I’ve found a way to get all the bath salt goodness—without ever needing to run a bath.
We’ve been using bath salts in the shower for years now. From sore muscles to head-clearing aromatherapy, it’s become part of my little self-care routine that fits into even the busiest of days (yes, even the “we’re-out-of-milk-and-someone-left-a-wet-towel-on-the-dog” kind of days).
So whether you’re in a rental with a standing shower or just want an easy way to pamper yourself without soaking, this is for you.
Bath salts aren’t just for luxurious tubs and candles. They’re full of minerals (like magnesium from Epsom salt) that help:
And you can still enjoy all of those perks—with nothing but a shower, a spoonful of salts, and a few minutes to yourself.
Over the years, I’ve found that some salts work better than others for different methods:
If you’re scrubbing, go for a coarser grind. For steaming or scent, use fine salt so it dissolves easily.
This is the exact recipe I’ve kept in a jar next to our ensuite shower for years. It clears my sinuses, wakes me up, and makes me feel like I’ve actually done something nice for myself before 9am.
Ingredients:
To make:
This mix is also lovely poured into small jars with a tag—great for last-minute handmade gifts.
So yep, no bathtub over here. Not in the master, not in the guest bathroom, not even in the laundry room. And honestly? I don’t miss it. Using bath salts in the shower has become a part of my week that I genuinely look forward to—especially in our busy, multi-bathroom house that somehow still runs out of hot water too fast.
If you’re stuck without a tub, don’t worry—you’re not missing out. With a few tweaks, some simple ingredients, and a little steam, your shower can feel just as relaxing as a long soak.
Go make yourself a jar, and let me know if it becomes your new thing too.