How To Make Your Own Lotion Bars. With all the “experimenting” I do on a daily basis trying out new homemade solutions….my hands are in and out of hot, soapy water a LOT! It seems like I’ve never used more moisturizers on my person than I have this past winter. I am CONSTANTLY slathering some greasy goo on my hands, feet, etc in an effort to alleviate the extreme dryness! The problem is….I never seem to have the lotion with me when I need it!
I love my homemade moisturizing lotion…but it’s hard to keep even a small mason jar of it in a purse! What is a lotion bar you ask? Hard lotion bars are also very CONVENIENT! But I think what I like even MORE than the convenience…is the simple, natural ingredients that blend to “lock” in moisture. If you’re feeling do-it-yourselfish…Renee is sharing her simple 3-ingredient Lotion Bar recipe with us! Well, as you can see…while they’re not picture-perfect like hers…I was pretty happy with how they turned out! These would make such great gifts! Ingredients: 4 Tricks For Cleaning With Lavender. Just like a lot of you out there, I’m the type who’s elated to be constantly creating (read: making a huge mess), but when it comes time to make the house look presentable again, I’d simply rather not. I have found, though, that when the cleaning process is combined with the beauty of aromatherapy, it can truly be quite enjoyable.
Lavender is such a gem when it comes to natural cleaning. The word lavender is actually derived from the Latin lavare, which means to wash. It’s a known disinfectant and deodorizer, and leaves behind a gorgeous, calming scent that instantly relaxes the mind, lifting you up and away. Here are 4 ways you can use this beautiful herb to clean your home! Fabric softener ½ cup white wine vinegar 5 drops lavender essential oil Add this mixture to the fabric softener compartment of your washer and fall in love with the soft, beautifully-scented clothing that emerges.
Bathroom cleaner ¾ cup baking soda ¼ cup fresh lemon juice 10 drops lavender essential oil Carpet freshener. Magickal Uses Of Myrrh. Anti-Aging with Essential Oils - Simple Life Mom. Anti-Aging with Essential Oils is a wonderful choice for those looking for something that really and truly works, something frugal, and something that smells good. Concoctions found in the store are very expensive and, as far as my research has gone, do just as much harm to your body internally as the benefit to your skin externally. The wonderful reality of anti-aging with essential oils is that they have so many health benefits beyond your skin. Many help your digestion, fight tumors, regulate hormones, and on and on. These recipes have been put together with simplicity in mind. I get all of my ingredients from Mountain Rose Herbs (affiliate link) and Bulk Apothecary (not affiliate, I just love them). Super Anti-Aging Serum: Use the carrier oil (the 1/2 cup) and then add essential oils as you get them.
Ingredients: 1/2 cup – Apricot Kernel Oil (Great moisturizer and skin healer)10 drops – Carrot Seed Oil Essential Oil (anti-aging king)10 drops – Rose Hip Seed Essential Oil (Vit. Essential oils, incense. Organic Lotion Secrets' Natural Homemade Lotion Recipes Tips Percentages conversion calculator temperature Non Toxic. Recipes: Lotions and Creams Lotions and creams are emulsified blends of oil and water made to nourish and moisturize skin.
Most lotions are oil-in-water emulsions, but water-in-oil lotions are also made. Creams are thicker and tend to leave more of a film or residue. Sometimes that's what you are looking for in skin care. It's best if the oil and water mixtures are around the same temperature when combined and warm to hot. Cool down the oil and water mixes slightly before blending so hot liquid and gas do not force themselves out of the blender or bowl and burn you. Use a funnel if you have to and pour your lotion into sterilized containers. Start simple and write down every recipe that blended perfect, even if you aren't happy with other qualities like scent or color. Keep your new lotion or cream refrigerated until you are ready to use it up.
What is pH? PH is short for the power of Hydrogen. Here are some quick reference guidelines: Quilting. Quilt Squares. Crafts and ideas. Pinecone Snow Owl. Anything made with a pinecone is so darling. We made owls in two different ways with pinecones. I adapted each to fit both my children's skill levels, ages two and five. That way we had a craft that they both could enjoy and do together. These cute snow owls are perfect to make on a cold winter day!
How We Did It This craft was easy to do in two different ways to fit each of my children, but both ways are great for kids of all ages and each turned out very cute. My two-year-old could easily pull apart the cotton balls and fit them in between the pine cone to fill in the spaces and create a fun snowy owl look. My five-year-old used a small feather boa to wrap around the pine cone. Both pinecones came out white and fluffy. Grayson chose googly eyes and Emma chose acorn shells for eyes. Look how darling! Candle-Making. Making Candles & Oil Lamps. Candle making. Mad in crafts: DIY Fire & Ice Lanterns - StumbleUpon. The old becomes new: A new variation on the outdoor lantern. We have had an unusually warm winter in Michigan this year, and while the temps have been nice, I have had to hold off on this project idea until we got a cold snap. We finally got some snow and cold earlier this week, so I was able to try out this fun winter project.
I had pinned a product called Globe Ice Lantern Kits a few months back recognizing that I could DIY them at home. Originally priced at nearly $30 for a kit that makes 6 lanterns, I think they are very reasonable for a small batch. To make DIY Fire & Ice Lanterns, you will need: a package of 3 punch balloons from the dollar store a package of 3 LED tea lights from the dollar store bowls small cylinder (shot glass, pop bottle, etc.) water freezer or below-freezing outdoor temps You are getting a glimpse of my less-than-sparkling kitchen sink in this post.
First, stretch the opening of one punch balloon over your faucet. I brought in my first lantern after 12 hours. CHRISTMAS DIY. 100 Excellent Art Therapy Exercises for Your Mind, Body, and Soul. January 9th, 2011 Pablo Picasso once said, "Art washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life. " It's no surprise, then, that many people around the world use art as a means to deal with stress, trauma and unhappiness – or to just find greater peace and meaning in their lives. If you're curious about what art therapy has to offer, you can try out some of these great solo exercises at home to help nurse your mind, body and soul back to health. If you like the experience, you can also seek out professional art therapy treatment in your area. Emotions Deal with emotions like anger and sadness through these helpful exercises. Draw or paint your emotions. Relaxation Art therapy can be a great way to relax.
Paint to music. Happiness Art can not only help you deal with the bad stuff, but also help you appreciate and focus on the good. Draw your vision of a perfect day. Portraits Often, a great way to get to know yourself and your relationships with others is through portraits. Collaging Self. Luna Sandals - Instructions :: How to make Luna Sandals from a Do-It-Yourself Kit. Recommended Tools and Materials Marker or pen Two sheets of paper (for foot tracing)Scissors3/16 inch leather hole punch (buy on amazon), OR 3/16 inch drill bit and drill (1/4 inch also ok) Hammer (any normal hammer will work)Utility knife or razor blade with new and sharp blade Step 1: Glue the leather footbed if you ordered it. For ‘naked top’ kits skip this step. Follow these instructions for gluing the footbed: How to glue your footbed You will need to let the glue dry for approximately 24 hours. Step 2: Trace your feet Stand on a sheet of paper with your weight distributed evenly throughout your foot.
Draw a line directly under your outside ankle bone (you don’t need the inside one even though it’s pictured). Repeat this step for the other foot. Step 3: Make a stencil cutout of your sandal Take your footprint and draw the shape of your sandal around the tracing of your foot. Take your time to draw a good shape. Notice that I have curved the line that I will cut out under my arch a little. Make Your Own Braided Rug. MAGAZINE ENVELOPES. 18K+ Well I got this idea from our friend Nina. She was making these super cute envelopes out of scrapbook paper and I really wanted to make some! So I came home and made some! They are so so SO simple and add a personal touch to your envelopes. You will need: An old magazine, scissors, an envelope, a glue stick and a Sharpie. Tear out some magazine pages that you like. Carefully pull the envelope apart.
Trace the envelope on a magazine page. Cut the envelope shape out. Turn the envelope over as well as the magazine cut-out. Unfold everything and separate the magazine cut-out from the envelope. Glue the bottom flap down to the two side flaps. And you've made your own envelope! The great thing about making these envelopes our of magazine pages is that the envelopes have a character all of their own.