Celebrate the Fourth of July with this fun diy soap project that the whole family can get involved in! This heart shaped red, white and blue soap shows off your love for America’s freedom and democracy through its shape and color! I used the same heart shaped silicone soap mold as I’ve used for other projects such as my Handmade Solid Lotion Bars, Triple Butter Solid Sugar Scrub Hearts, Handmilled…
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Banana, Chocolate and Coconut Vodka Smoothie Cocktail Recipe
You know when you only have a flavored alcohol in your freezer and nothing to really mix with it? Well, that was my dilemma. I had a bottle of Coconut Chocolate Stoli Vodka that I bought on a whim not thinking of what I’d actually mix it with. However, genius struck when I noticed the bananas on the counter were so ripe they probably wouldn’t make a it another day.…
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Natural Homemade Eye Makeup Remover Recipe
You can easily make your own natural homemade eye makeup remover. This lash conditioning formula not only removes all eye makeup – including waterproof mascara! – but it also conditions delicate eye skin and lashes. Natural Homemade Eye Makeup Remover Recipe © Rebecca’s Soap Delicatessen Ingredients: 2 oz. avocado butter .1 oz. kokum butter 1 teaspoon aloe vera gel 1 Tablespoons grapeseed oil 5 pellets emulsifying wax Directions: Using a…
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How to Make Decorative Handmade Soap Bars
Ever wondered how soapmakers put decorative circles into cold process soap bars? The answer, while simple, is a little bit time consuming. To create your own decorative cold process soaps like the ones pictured here – a limited edition Green Goddess soap I carried for a short time in my shop – you’ll basically need to create two batches of soap. The first batch of soap will be for creating…
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Rose Body Cream Recipe with Rose and Ylang Ylang Essential Oil
This homemade rose body cream recipe is perfect for hydrating dry skin. It’s also wonderful on freshly shaved legs! Keep reading to learn how to make your homemade body cream recipe with beeswax. This DIY body lotion is naturally scented with rose water and ylang ylang for a natural floral fragrance that will delight the senses. Hello Soap Deli News Readers! Becca here, from The Dabblist. I blog about recipes,…
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DIY Soap Cutter – A Simple Guide for Cutting Your Soap into Bars
If you’re looking for a way to consistently cut your homemade soap loaves into bars so that they the same size every time, then you need a soap cutter! There’s no need to purchase expensive equipment to do this, especially if you’re just starting out. Instead, craft your own handmade diy soap cutter. The measurements for this soap cutter are made to pair up with my tutorial on how to…
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How to Make A Wooden Cold Process Loaf Soap Mold
I’ve had some people ask me how to make a basic wooden loaf soap mold for cold process soap, so I thought I’d share a tutorial on how to make your own soap molds. This wooden cold process loaf soap mold is so easy to make and it will last forever. My dad is handy with wood and power tools so he made me a bunch of these, however, if…
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DIY Mustache Wax for Men
Coming up with a great handmade Father’s Day gift can be hard. So I’ve created a functional DIY Father’s Day gift that Dad that’s sure to be used year round. Granted, it’s only a great gift for dad if he has a mustache, but if your dad – or the man in your life – sports a ‘stache, this is a gift that’s sure to be appreciated. I had my…
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DIY Father’s Day Gift – Homemade Six Pack of Treats for Dad!
If you’re looking for a DIY Father’s Day gift idea that the kids can make, then you’ve come to the right place. My son made this fun candy and treat filled six pack for Father’s Day complete with a chalkboard carrier for writing his own custom message! To create this DIY father’s day gift with your child for Dad, all you’ll need is a six pack of soda, chalkboard spray…
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Soapmaker’s Guide to Marketing Soap Online
Soapmaking has been one of my favorite past times for over a decade. I first really began selling my homemade soaps online back when Etsy was in beta. Then I moved onto selling full time for a good, solid four years on my local farmer’s market until the economy and my health took a turn. Now I sell my handmade soaps and other bath and body products exclusively online via…
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Stinging Nettle for Allergies: Benefits and Herbal Remedies
Learn how to use stinging nettle for allergies. A natural remedy for seasonal allergies, stinging nettle offers a number of benefits to help with allergy symptoms, as well as other concerns. Keep reading to discover stinging nettle benefits, ways to ingest stinging nettle and how to make nettle tea. Stinging Nettle for Allergies Allergy season seems to be especially bad this spring with more and more people suffering from allergies…
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DIY Skully Shot Glass Candle
One of my New Year’s resolutions this year was to try new craft projects that I’d been wanting to try, but never got around to. Candlemaking was one of those craft projects. So what better way to get started making hand poured candles, than to create a homemade Father’s Day gift. I was really excited by how easy this project actually was – by far easier than making cold process…
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DIY No Sew Lavender Dryer Sachet
Want to give your laundry a fresh natural lavender fragrance the easy and natural way? Then craft a simple, new sew DIY Lavender Sachet for your dryer! It’s so easy to make. Simply fill a 4″ x 6″ cotton muslin bag with lavender flowers, add a few drops of lavender essential oil, then tightly knot the bag closed. To use, simply toss the bag into the dryer with each load…
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DIY Natural Beard Conditioner for Men
Looking for a homemade Father’s Day gift idea? Then try out this easy DIY natural beard conditioner recipe for men! This DIY natural beard conditioner is the perfect Father’s Day gift for Dad’s unruly beard. This natural beard care product keeps Dad’s beard from feeling prickly. It’s also great at preventing flaking so Dad’s chin, just like his scalp, stays in top condition. After all, no one wants beard dandruff.…
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DIY Upcycled Washi Tape Planter
I use so many gallon sized containers of vinegar every month – for everything from a homemade after shower spray to a natural and inexpensive laundry softener – that I wanted to figure out something I could actually use these plastic containers for rather than just tossing them into the recycling bin. One of the quickest and easiest ways I thought of to upcycle these containers is to re-use them…
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Recipes for Lemon Verbena Bath Melts & Solid Sugar Scrub Cubes
Liven up your natural skin care routine by making this lush recipe for bath melts as part of your self care beauty regimen! Two natural bath and body recipes for summer skin care for soft skin. Learn how to make a natural lemon verbena bath melts recipe to moisturize skin. Plus how to make a solid sugar scrub cube recipe without a melt and pour soap base. Recipes for Bath…
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DIY Container Succulent Garden – Last Minute Homemade Mother’s Day Gift Idea
Need a last minute homemade Mother’s Day gift idea for mom? Skip the bouquet of flowers and instead gift her with a gorgeous DIY Succulent Container Garden Arrangement! Not only is it inexpensive to make – definitely less than a florist’s flower bouquet – but it will last and last even if Mom doesn’t have a green thumb! To get started you’ll need to purchase an assortment of your favorite…
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DIY Foaming Salt Scrub: A 3-in-1 Skin Care Product & Gift Idea
Learn how to make a foaming salt scrub for your skin care routine. This exfoliating body scrub recipe is an easy way to cleanse, exfoliate and moisturize skin — all in one step! Make this DIY salt scrub today for homemade gifts for Mom. Or to gift to friends and family ready to take their beauty regimen to the next level! Whipped Soap Body Scrub with Dead Sea Salt If…
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How to Make Handmade Stamps
I’ve been wanting to try making my own stamps for a while, but it wasn’t until this weekend that I finally got around to it. I think I made it harder than it really was in my head, so I kept putting it off. In the end it wasn’t really difficult, though it did give me a new found appreciation for the artisans that make handmade stamps for a living.…
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Homemade Hidden Flower Soap & Salt Scrub DIY
Looking for a fun craft project you can make and gift for Mother’s Day? My DIY homemade hidden flower soaps are sure to be a hit with mom! This lovely layered soap reveals a pretty flower as it’s used while the bottom of the soap is an exfoliating salt scrub that’s perfect for all of those rough skin areas! DIY Hidden Flower Soap & Salt Scrub Recipe © Rebecca’s Soap…
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DIY Herb Garden Markers – Homemade Mother’s Day Gift Idea
With spring in full force and planting underway, now is the perfect time to whip up some garden markers for your new plants! This herb garden marker is so easy to make with materials you probably already have on hand. Plus, they’re simple enough the kids can craft some for all of mom’s favorite plants as a homemade Mother’s Day gift! Herb Garden Marker Craft Project What you need: popsicle…
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Natural Handmade Under Eye Anti-Wrinkle Cream
It’s finally here! My new and all natural anti-wrinkle cream. This product is carefully crafted for those of us who are “maturing” in body but not in mind in order to help minimize the natural effects of aging and improve the overall condition of sensitive under eye skin so we look the way we feel! Based on my own under eye skin issues of occasional dry patches, puffiness, thinning skin…
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Deodorizing Air Freshener DIY with Essential Oils to Deodorize Your Home
Learn how to make natural deodorizing air freshener disks with essential oils to freshen your home naturally with this easy DIY project. Make your own custom scented, deodorizing air freshener disks for a fresh, non-toxic clean in your home. These flower shaped, deodorizing air freshener disks are easy to make and can be used anywhere in your home! I made mine into flower shaped disks using a silicone chocolate flower…
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DIY Ring Holder for DIY Wedding Gifts or A DIY Valentine’s Day Gift for Her
Learn how to make a hand carved tree stump DIY ring holder. This super cute, rustic ring holder makes lovely DIY wedding gifts. Or gift it as a DIY Valentine’s day gift for her! This is a fun air dry clay craft project for couples and newlyweds. Since spring is wedding season, I thought it’d be neat to make a ring holder for married couples. So I used some of…
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Skin Loving Natural Homemade Cold Process Soap Recipe for Dry Skin
This skin loving natural homemade cold process soap recipe for dry skin makes a thoughtful homemade Mother’s Day gift or homemade Valentine’s Day gift. You’ll need to make it at least 3-4 weeks of the intended holiday however as cold process soaps take a minimum of three weeks to cure. You can also cut your homemade soap loaves into smaller guest sized soap bars, stamp with hearts and use as lovely DIY wedding favors…
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DIY Solid Sugar Scrub Cubes Recipe
With Mother’s Day right around the corner I thought this would be the perfect time to revisit one of my most popular posts for 2011 on how to make solid sugar scrub cubes as they would make lovely homemade gifts. However, this time around, I’m also including free printable labels for your homemade solid sugar scrub cubes – both in black and white and color – so they are even…
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Rhassoul Clay Mask Recipe for All Skin Types (Including Sensitive, Dry or Maturing Skin!)
I formulated this homemade, natural Rhassoul clay mask recipe especially for those with maturing, dry and even sensitive skin. I use red Rhassoul clay as it’s suitable for all skin types, even if you have sensitive, dry or maturing skin. It makes a wonderful weekly or monthly addition to your beauty regimen for natural skin care. Skin Care Benefits of Rhassoul Clay Mineral rich, cleansing and detoxifying, Rhassoul clay helps…
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Breathe Easier Salve Recipe for Sinus Congestion: A Natural Home Remedy for Symptom Relief
Get natural relief from nasal congestion caused by the cold or flu with this simple 3-ingredient breathe easier salve recipe! Don’t let sinus congestion from colds, flu or even seasonal allergies slow you down! Take charge of your health and wellness with this natural home remedy. Made with just three natural ingredients – beeswax, sweet almond oil and a natural breathe easier essential oil blend – this homemade breathe easier…
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Natural Bath and Beauty Recipes for Your Lazy Sunday
It’s spring, and while I’m not spring cleaning today, I did manage to clean out my drawers and closets yesterday. Now I have two bags full of clothing for The Rescue Mission. Of course today’s weather – hello, snow?! – doesn’t really have me in a spring cleaning sort of mood. Though I did find a diy floor wood polish recipe that I’m hoping to try out here before long.…
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Natural Lavender & Patchouli Deodorant Recipe with Printable Labels
Want to make your own homemade natural deodorant for you and your family? Here’s a simple all natural, vegan patchouli deodorant recipe that actually works. Plus, I’ve included a free download for printable deodorant labels you can print and customize. My natural homemade lavender & patchouli deodorant recipe is made with aluminum free baking soda and certified organic arrowroot powder to help keep you dry while a combination of certified organic…
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DIY Homemade Beauty – Pink Grapefruit Solid Salt Scrub Cubes Recipe
I’ve had such great success making and selling my handmade solid sugar scrub cubes, that I finally got around to taking a customer suggestion to make them as solid salt scrub cubes. However, if you want to use something other than ordinary table salt, these are a little trickier than the sugar scrub cubes and will crumble if you don’t make the a few recipe adjustments. Since I was making…
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How to Make Cream Eyeshadow
Learn how to make cream eyeshadow that glides on smooth and is rich in color with this simple cream eyeshadow recipe. This recipe is perfect for those wanting a quality makeup product without all the chemicals you find in many mass market commercial cosmetics. What I love about this cream eyeshadow recipe is that it contains no scary chemicals or preservatives. However, like all makeup, you’ll want to discard it after three months and…
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DIY Storage Box Organizer
I was recently inspired by a DIY Recycled Cereal Box Drawer Dividers Craft Project that I found on I Heart Organizing that I decided I wanted to make my own. I had a perfect box – one from a shipment of eco-friendly craft kits from Artterro that I thought would work perfect – no drawer required – giving me even more organized storage space than my already in use desk…
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Moisturizing Lip Balm Recipe with Beeswax (or Without Beeswax)
Learn how to make a moisturizing lip balm recipe with beeswax or without beeswax for natural lip care to restore and protect dry or chapped lips. This homemade lip balm nourishes and hydrates dry or chapped lips, and also adds an extra layer of skin protection. Moisturizing Lip Balm with Beeswax Who doesn’t want to make the best moisturizing lip balm recipe for lips? If your lips are super dry…
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Spooky DIY Halloween Decorations: Fun Family Craft Project
Learn how to make spooky DIY Halloween decorations inspired by the intro of the horror series, American Horror Story. This clay craft project is perfect for families to enjoy making together. Discover how to use air dry clay, paints and a sealer to create creepy body parts and other dead things to “embalm” inside your collection of mason jars. Both adults and kids will enjoy the creative process almost as…
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Creative DIY Storage Solutions & Organization Ideas for the Home Made from Recycled, Upcycled and Repurposed Items
Looking for ideas to better organize your space? Here are a few of my favorite frugal & creative DIY storage solutions and organizing ideas for the home that take the ordinary and turn them into the extraordinary – without having to spend a lot of money. Creative DIY Storage Solutions & Organization Ideas for the Home Take advantage of everyday items and repurpose, upcycle, and recycle them into something new…
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DIY Heart Stamped Homemade Soaps – Homemade Valentine’s Day Gift Idea
Looking for a beautiful way to dress up your homemade soaps? Try stamping them! Stamps are a super simple way to make all of your soaps beautiful and you can customize them with lovely hearts for handmade Valentine’s Day gifts! You can hand stamp any freshly made soap you’ve just unmolded by stamping them as you slice them into bars. Of course you’ll need to start with a batch of…
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Organic Vegan Lip Tint Recipe for Valentine’s Day
Need a fresh new look for Valentine’s Day or a crafty DIY Valentine’s gift idea? Give your lips an extra bit of pizzazz with this organic vegan lip tint recipe! The natural color of this organic vegan lip tint recipe is from organic beet root powder. While it comes out looking like a deep burgundy or rust red in the pot, it’s actually a gorgeous shade of red on your…
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DIY Valentine’s Day Solid Lotion Bars Recipe
Want to craft your own homemade Valentine’s Day gifts? Then give this DIY Valentine’s Day Solid Lotion Bars Recipe a try! They are easy to craft – individually or in multiples – and make a fabulous Valentine’s Day gift for any bath and beauty lover on your list! Their heart shape also makes them perfect for gifting as homemade wedding favors. You can also make these for tucking inside Easter…
