Cayenne Pepper, Ginger, and Turmeric, worked into coconut oil & beeswax makes a wonderful balm, for working into tired or hurt muscles. Much better than what you find in the store, and you can control what goes in. There is a few caveats: Keep away from your eyes, due to the pepper, and don't use,… Continue reading Spicy Heat Muscle Rub
Category: crafts
DIY Travel Spice Kit
Building a spice kit for travel is easy and can be done as an upcycle project. When I made this kit, my boys were still in baby food years. I had accumulated many Stage 1 jars, though most any glass jar will work fine (4-ounce mason jam jars work well). You will need to match… Continue reading DIY Travel Spice Kit
Winter Solstice: Gifts of Light
Winter Solstice: Winter comes. The night is long and dark. But there is hope: every day after brings more light. Give the gift of light, and maybe even warmth if you can. Snuggle in and hibernate. This year I spent the last week of Fall making candles, to give as gifts, to friends and neighbors.… Continue reading Winter Solstice: Gifts of Light
Holidays Room Spray
If you are looking for a non-aerosol spray, to freshen up rooms, that is natural, this is the one for you. Especially if you love the warm smells of the holidays. Holidays Room Spray Ingredients: 4-ounce glass spray bottle 2 ounces distilled water 4 drops ginger essential oil 4 drops clove essential oil 4 drop orange… Continue reading Holidays Room Spray
Pumpkin Spice Sugar Scrub
Feeling Fall settling...into your skin? Have you tried sugar scrubs? They work amazing on the dry elbows, knees, and especially the legs! Your skin will thank you for the oil that moisturizes it. And this is an excellent gift to give over the holidays, and you can print a sheet of labels to attach. Pumpkin… Continue reading Pumpkin Spice Sugar Scrub