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Tag Archives: Crafts
Patchouli Citrus Hand Soap
This is our latest creation in hand soaps. The base recipe has lanolin for its emollient properties, and castor oil for its moisturizing qualities and its contribution to a fluffy, long-lasting lather. It features patchouli and a blend of citrus … Continue reading
Posted in Homemade, Soap
Tagged citrus, Crafts, homemade, patchouli, pumice, soap, sustainable
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Homemade: 2013 Christmas Ornament
Once again, my wife and I both made Christmas ornaments this year. I started this tradition back in in 2005, when we were still dating. That year I decorated a papier mache birdhouse that I painted and sprinkled with glitter. … Continue reading
Posted in Crafts, Holidays, Homemade, Traditions
Tagged Crafts, felt, homemade, ornaments
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French Green Clay Soap
The recipe that follows is for a 450 grams/1 pound batch size (oil weight). It can easily be scaled up for larger batches. We chose to add Tea Tree essential oil to this one at the rate of 1 Tbsp/lb … Continue reading
Homemade: 2012 Christmas Ornament
Just in time for Christmas, I finished making my new ornament. As is our custom, I waited until Christmas morning to hang it on the tree. I wound up not using paint and stencils after all, because I didn’t like … Continue reading
Posted in Crafts, Holidays, Traditions
Tagged angels, Crafts, homemade, ornaments, peppers, tradition
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