Candle/Soapmaking
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Cider Vinegar Uses and Health Benefits
The healing power of cider vinegar, also called apple-cider vinegar, was first touted by Vermont physician D.C. Jarvis, who believed it prevented illness in pets. He then extended the use of this vinegar to people, suggesting that regular doses of cider vinegar and honey could increase longevity.
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Harem Special
One of the most luxurious and sensual body preparations comes to us from the East.
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Lavender: The Purple Peace Giver
Lavender has been around for ages since it was first seen growing on the hillsides of ancient Greece. A lot of literature talks about its use in bath water and for scenting laundry. It's long been used in fragrances, soaps, and potpourri.
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Black Elder
There are many wonderful uses for the black elder berries and flowers. The flowers should be harvested as the plant begins to blossom. The black elder berries contain fruit acids, vitamins B1 and C and folic acid, as well as essential oils. And the flowers contain a great deal of calcium and flavonoids.
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Sage: A Wise Old Herb
When I found out that sage had more to it than just something I added to my spaghetti sauce I was shocked. It’s a cooking herb, I thought. This was a few years back when I really didn’t consider herbs for much more than something you added to food
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Calendula: Your Garden Pharmacy
Now this is where our little daisy like friend shines. Calendula has long been used as a home remedy. Calendula heals wounds as well as internal and external ulcers. So drink that tea and it should settle any upset tummy.
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Healing With Candles
The candle has been used for meditation and in churches for a long time now. The colour of the candle has it's own vibration which we will proceed to tell you about.
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Herbal Baby Balm
Now you wouldn't put just any old thing on our new baby's bottom? We all like to make everything for baby as fresh and as pure as possible, which often means homemade. This recipe is a balm, which means it is a fragrant ointment or aromatic oil that is healing, soothing.
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How To Make Ice Candles
Ice Candles are some of the ways we made candles as kids, with leftover parafin wax from grandma's canning and crayola crayons for color. So skip down memory lane, and have a little fun.
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Ivy Cream: Battles Cellulite
Have you ever looked in the mirror and said to yourself, whose butt is that, or those can't be my thighs, what are all those lumps and bumps doing there? Some doctors and scientists dispute the concept of cellulite; many people look at their skin and think otherwise.
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What Is A Grubbie?
What is all the excitement about this new little candle called a Grubbie. I have wondered to myself how anything with a name like that could be anything but ugly. But oh, was I wrong.
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Soybean Candles: Natures Own Wonders
Soybeans, which seemingly can be fashioned into just about anything, have taken on yet another form. Slow burning, sweet smelling, soot-free candles.
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All About Beeswax
Beeswax is natures gift to us when used correctly it can be a wonderful addition to the candle family.
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How To Create Your Own Aromatic Blends
Have you ever gone into the kitchen and just started mixing a little bit of this to a little bit of that, trying to create the perfect recipe? Well, then you too can create your own aromatic blends.
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Sweet Scented Celebrations
There are many special event to celebrate throughout the year and inevitably special aomas are associated with them.
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Unique Bayberry Candles
Not your ordinary Bayberry candle.These little walnut boats can be placed in a bowl of water and will glow for over an hour.
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Skin Care Made Easy
By making your own skin creams and lotions, you can be sure of the content. You select each ingredient and have control over its freshness and purity. Some preparations take no longer than boiling a kettle of water, others require heating and blending, but are no more complicated or time-consuming than preparing a simple sauce.
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Benefits of Soapmaking
Our great grandmothers made soap outdoors in large pots over open fires, but most of us will be making our soap indoors in our kitchens.
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History of Soapmaking
The History start back before 600 B.C., can you actually imagine how they would make soap that far back in history. Come join me now as we drift back into soapmaking time.
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Compress Bags
Compresses, packs and dressings are traditional home remedies with an integral role in natural healing. They may be heated or cooled, filled with herbs or moistened with teas for comforting pain relief and stress reduction.
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Naturally Organic Hair Treatments
Many factors contribute to the condition of oily or unhealthy hair.
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Baths and Bubbles
What is more appealing than sinking into a warm tub of bathwater with loads of bubble and nose tickling aromas.
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Sunshine Oh Glorious Sunshine
Know any sun worshippers? Everyone does? By March 1, they're out trying to get a jump start on that perfect tan.
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Natural Teeth and Gum Care
Most commercial toothpastes contain rough abrasives, detergents, and sweetening agents. Homemade products can achieve a better result without the use of harmful ingrediants.
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Gel Candles Part II
Part II of making gel candles, showing you how to heat and pour your gel with crystal clarity.
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Gel Candles Part I
What is the hottest candle on the market today? Why the gel candle of course. This is not only a candle, but a work of art as well.
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Sweet Scented Sachets
Step back in time with the Sweet Scented use of Sachets. Make these little 4x4 square with extra fabric and left over ribbon. Great for last minute gift giving too.
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Scented Bath Powders
Bath powder is used to dust on after a bath or shower or to take away that not so fresh feeling any time. It helps to absorbs excess moisture when rubbed into the skin. Make these and lovely containers to go with them, great for gifts too.
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BathCrafts for Gifts
Great gifts for the christmas season.
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Bosom,Belly, And Bottom Butter
This is one of the best body butters for mother-to-be and the newborn. It helps to prevent stretch marks and keep skin soft and smooth. Protects babies bottom and tiny feet and hands from dryness and rash.
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Making Hurricane Candles
You've seen these in all the trendy candle shops, all shapes, sizes, and colors. Why not make your own for half the cost.
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Snow Ball Candles
These are wonderful gifts to make just in time for christmas. These are just like snowflakes, each one is different every time.
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Green Clay Facial Masks
Instead of spending your extra cash on that great trip to the spa, make your own facial mask right in you own home. Just about everything you will need comes straight from the kitchen.
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Herbal Teas for the Bath
Bathing in a tub of water juiced with herbs can be an almost mystical experience. Depending on their special properties they can be used to soothe tired muscles, or to ease a tired mind.
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Body Splashes
Body splashes are invigorating sprays of slap-on water based lotions that have a variety of uses. They can stimulate,tone, uplift or relax...depending on whatever essential oil you choose.
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How To Make Your Own Body Scrubs
These are not only fun to make but help keep your skin soft and velvety too.
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Essential Oils for Hair
Create your own shampoo using all natural essential oils, Now you can have wonderfully shiney and fragrant hair anytime you want.
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Weather Protection For Your Skin
The skin on your face, throat and hands is very sensitive and can be damaged when constantly exposed to the wind, the sun, pollution and extreme temperature changes. Fortunately, you can make protective cosmetic creams right in your own home to help shield your skin. These creams help to maintain the naturally acidic, protective coating that guards the skin against irritation and bacterial growth.
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Garden Pharmacy
The Garden Pharmacy is a little something different for the folks outthere. There is so many uses for herbs in and out the house, just thought I would share.
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The Art of Making Sand Candles
Sand Candles make a beautiful finished piece, but somewhat trickier than the average molded candle. With just a little more effort you can have a wonderful centerpiece to your coffee table at home.
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Basic Candle Making II "Molded Candles"
Hello again, we are going to start this new section with one of the most popular molded candle the "Votive". Now how many of you are always picking up three or four of these little beauties to add some wonderful aroma's to your home. Well now you can just make them yourself.
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Candle Making Basics Part I
In the light of heightened appreciation of candles, it seems as good a time as any to help people come full circle...back to the time when folks made their own candles in their kitchens. My intentions for writing these articles is to provide in a clear and inviting manner, all the information needed for you to make a variety of inviting, aroma filled candles.
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Pamper Yourself
The fun and pleasure of making your own bath and body products.
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