Wednesday, December 25, 2019

Frosted Cranberry Holiday MP Rebatch Soap

Normally, I do not see a lot of rebatched soap recipes.  But I found this one that is perfect for this time of the year.  Frosted Cranberry Holiday Soap recipe from Wholesale Supplies Plus uses a rebatched base which allows you to make a cold process style soap without having to deal with lye.

Monday, December 23, 2019

Gingerbread Man Soap Project

I love the aroma of gingerbread.  So, I was happy to find this project from Brambleberry called Gingerbread Man Soap.  The level for this project is for a beginner but I believe any level would want to make these soaps for the holidays.




Friday, December 20, 2019

Terrarium Soap Project

If you are melt and pour soapmaker, I found this really interesting intermediate project from Brambleberry called Terrarium Soap.  I thought this was a really cool project to make for the plant lover in your life.

Wednesday, December 18, 2019

Peppermint Candy Bath Bomb Project

I cannot believe how these Peppermint Candy Bath Bombs look like the real thing.  But I believe that they make the perfect party favor for this time of the year. So check out the easy instructions from Brambleberry,

Monday, December 16, 2019

Coconut Milk & Luffa Soap Loaf Recipe

Isn't this a cool look for a bar of cold process soap? This Coconut Milk and Luffa Soap look like a sandy beach and you can recreate this look from the instructions from  Wholesale Supplies Plus.

Friday, December 13, 2019

Chocolate Cherry Bath Melts

Another great bath product to make for any holiday is this Chocolate Cherry Bath Melts.  This project from Wholesale Supplies Plus will moisturize your skin while you bath.  The combination of cocoa powder and black cherry fragrance definately is the perfect mix to make you feel like you are soaking in a tub filled with chocolate cherry truffles.

Wednesday, December 11, 2019

Chocolate Swiss Roll Bubble Cakes

Here is a festive holiday treat without the calories - Chocolate Swiss Roll Bubble Cakes.  This project from Wholesale Supplies Plus smells good enough to eat.  This is a perfect bath treat to give out as gifts for the holidays.

Monday, December 9, 2019

Chocolate Truffles MP Soap

Want to give your sweet some sweets without the calories?  Here is a melt and pour soap recipe from Wholesale Supplies Plus called Chocolate Truffles.  They do look good enough to eat, so if you are giving these soaps as a gift, make sure to label the packaging appropriately.

Friday, December 6, 2019

Tropical Drink Lip Butter/Scrub

It is the dead of winter and your lips are most likely chapped. Let your lips have a vacation by using the Tropical Drink Lip Butter/Scrub. This luscious product will keep your lips smooth and moisturized at any time of the year.

Wednesday, December 4, 2019

Lavender Rose Bath Fizzies

Love bath fizzies?  Here is a recipe from Wholesale Supplies Plus called Lavender Rose that so happens to be packed full of skin softening and nourishing ingredients for your skin.

Monday, December 2, 2019

Falling Snowflake MP Soap Loaf

Looking for the perfect holiday craft?  This Falling Snowflake MP Soap is the answer to your gift giving problem.  It has a pleasant minty scent that is blended with citrus notes.  It would be perfect for a Frozen themed party.

Friday, November 29, 2019

Smoothie Sugar Scrub Shots


I love using sugar scrubs.  I found this recipe for Smoothie Sugar Scrub Shots from Wholesale Supplies Plus that would be an adorable gift to give for the holiday season.

Wednesday, November 27, 2019

Minty Bath Salts

Here is a really nice and easy gift to make for the holidays..Minty Bath Salts.  Bath salts make a great destressful gift.

Monday, November 25, 2019

Whipped Coffee Lip Butter

Give your lips an extra boost with this Whipped Coffee Lip Butter. You will love this lip butter recipe from Wholesale Supplies Plus because it leaves a great feel to your lips.  The three butters in this recipe plus avocado oil will leave your lips moisturized and soft any time of the year.

Friday, November 22, 2019

Hair + Beard Pomade

Here is a really cool idea to use every day to look styled and groom.  This Hair and Beard Pomade recipe from Wholesale Supplies Plus has a moderate hold for all-day control and moisturizing.

Thursday, November 21, 2019

Fins and Feathers MP Soap


Is blue your favorite color?  Here is a blue soap that has detailed designs that will satisfy a variety of tastes.  This Fins and Feathers Melt and Pour Soap recipe from Wholesale Supplies Plus has a refreshing spa scent that anyone would love.

Monday, November 18, 2019

Christmas Cactus Lotion Stick

If you are on the go and need a touch to moisturize your rough skin, this Christmas Cactus Lotion Stick fits the bill. Using this lotion stick on your dry skin will leave your skin moisturized for hours.


Friday, November 8, 2019

Ginger Orange CP Salt Bar Recipe

Here is a nice cold process soap recipe from Wholesale Supplies Plus called Ginger Orange Salt Bar. One of the ingredients, Sea Salt contains skin-nourishing minerals such as magnesium, zinc, calcium and potassium. This bar of soap will leave your skin feeling renewed and refreshed.




Wednesday, November 6, 2019

White Pumpkin Patch MP Loaf Soap

Even though Halloween has passed but it still a great soap project for the Fall season. This is a really cool melt and pour loaf project from Wholesale Supplies Plus called White Pumpkin Patch. The soap base for this recipe is a detergent free goat milk.

Monday, November 4, 2019

Citrus Sunset Loaf Soap Recipe

There is a chill in the air, but when I saw this Citrus Sunset Loaf Soap recipe from Wholesale Supplies Plus, definitely warmed me up. The layers of this soap reminded me of a beautiful sunset.

Friday, November 1, 2019

Chocolate Mint Bath Fizzy Truffle

These Chocolate Mint Bath Fizzy Truffles look good enough to eat, but they are supposed to be enjoyed in the bath.  Even though this is sold in a kit from Wholesale Supplies Plus, the page lists the ingredients so that you can purchase the items alone or in a kit. These fizzy truffles would make a great holiday gift.

Wednesday, October 30, 2019

Green Monster Bath Bomb Recipe

Here is a really fun bath item to get kids into the bath.  This Green Monster Bath Bomb recipe from Wholesale Supplies Plus is bursting with color and a fruity fragrance for Halloween or children's parties.  They have silly and friendly faces that make any kid want to take a bath.

Monday, October 28, 2019

Facial Scrub and Moisturizer Set Recipe


Do you use a facial scrub?  Here is a recipe Facial Scrub and Moisturizer Set from Wholesale Supplies Plus that would be a great pampering gift for your friends or to give out as a party favor at your bridal shower.

Wednesday, October 23, 2019

Tangerine and Lavender Lip Balm Recipe

Here is a great lip balm recipe from Wholesale Supplies Plus called Tangerine and Lavender.  This recipe has four butters which happens to be just the right amount so that the balm is not too soft or great and glides really nicely over your lips them soft and moisturized.

Monday, October 21, 2019

Enchanted Potion Bath Melts

Make your bath a little spookier with these Enchanted Potion Bath Melts.  This recipe from Wholesale Supplies Plus includes skin-loving kinds of butter such as cocoa and kokum.  Then thrown in some pumpkin seed oil and colloidal oatmeal to soften your skin.  When adding a pinch of charcoal along with the scent of tart, crisp apples will create a wicked blend to soak away the toils and troubles of the day!

Friday, October 18, 2019

Sweet Potato Sugar Scrub

Love Sweet Potato Pie?  Well, you will love this Sweet Potato Sugar Scrub recipe from Wholesale Supplies Plus.  Even though sweet potato pie can be enjoyed anytime of the year, I think of it around Thanksgiving.  This recipe has brown sugar to gently exfoliate and get rid of that flaky skin on heels, elbows, etc.  The avocado oil, olive oil, and shea butter will moisturize your skin and will leave it shiny and smooth.

Wednesday, October 16, 2019

Ghostly Body Bombs

Here is a really cute spooky idea for the shower....Ghostly Body Bombs that would be fun to give out as party favor for a Halloween party.  They are easy to use...just simply add water to the body bomb and watch it foam up.  Then you can use the foam as soap to wash up with.  This would be great for the kids to use in the bath......

Monday, October 14, 2019

Jack-O-Lantern CP Soap

Here is a really festive Halloween cold process soap recipe from Wholesale Supplies Plus called Jack-O-Lantern that is fun to make and is filled with skin-nourishing oils and butters.  The Pumpkin Peppercorn fragrance adds just the right amount of amber, peppercorn and spice.  This soap will surely be a hit for any Halloween festivities.

Friday, October 11, 2019

Autumn Leaves MP Soap Loaf

The inspiration for this Autumn Leaves MP Soap recipe from Wholesale Supplies Plus was the beautiful colors of the fall leaves.  What is great about the look of this bar of soap is that they look like they are falling to the ground into a swirl of fall colors.

Wednesday, October 9, 2019

Fudge Brownie CP Soap Loaf Recipe

Here is the perfect bar of soap for the chocolate lover!  This recipe for Fudge Brownie CP Soap Loaf from Wholesale Supplies Plus is decadent with both cocoa butter and cocoa powder.  This bar of soap looks good enough to eat.

Monday, October 7, 2019

Gum Drops Sugar Scrub Recipe

Goody, Goody, Gumdrops!  If gumdrops are your favorite candy, here is a great sugar scrub recipe that happens to be the perfect size to fit in your hand.  This sweet recipe for Gum Drop Sugar Scrubs from Wholesale Supplies Plus happens to be the perfect combination of soap and scrub that will leave your skin feeling soft and moisturized.  Many years ago, I took a class at The Nova Studio where I learned how to make a solid sugar scrub.  And I have to say that I absolutely loved it.  I think you will too.

Friday, October 4, 2019

Pumpkin Cardamom Wickless Candle

Fall is officially here.  And what is more symbolic than a pumpkin?  Here is a delicious smelling wickless candle project from Wholesale Supplies Plus called Pumpkin Cardamom.  For anyone concerned about burning candles in their home, wickless candles are the way to go.  All you have to do is to simply place the tin on a candle melter or coffee warmer.  As the wax melts, the fall-like aroma of pumpkin cardamon will fill your room.



Wednesday, October 2, 2019

Blood Orange Confetti MP Soap Loaf Recipe

Here is a really good looking bar of melt and pour soap!  This recipe of Blood Orange Confetti Soap from Wholesale Supplies Plus smells like a freshly squeezed orange.

Monday, September 30, 2019

Wildflower Bath Bomb

Bath bombs are a wonderful addition to your bath experience.  Brambleberry has a recipe for Wildflower Bath Bombs that are both beautiful and natural.  Each bath bomb is scented with lavender essential oil and topped with a combination of petals for a rustic and sophisticated look.

Friday, September 27, 2019

Pure Honey CP Soap

Honey, Honey.  Here is a sweet bar of cold process soap that is so sweet that you cannot resist it. The Pure Honey Cold Process Soap recipe from Brambleberry contains honey which is a very popular additive of honey which is a wonderful humectant.  But adding honey does pose some challenges though.  According to Brambleberry, natural sugar can cause the soap to overheat.  Brambleberry says the key is to keep the temperature cool and not using too much honey.

Wednesday, September 25, 2019

Blueberry Tart Melt & Pour Soap DIY

Do you love Blueberry Cheesecake?  Here is a melt and pour project from Brambleberry called Blueberry Tart Melt and Pour Soap that will make you drool.  These adorable soaps look good enough to eat, but they would make perfect party favors for bridal or baby showers.



Monday, September 23, 2019

Pumpkin Luffa MP Soap

Fall starts today.  And I found this really cute Pumpkin Luffa MP Soap from Wholesale Supplies Plus that can make great presents from now thru Thanksgiving.  These cute pumpkin soaps have a luffa inside to make them an exfoliant soap.  The soap is scented with a Pumpkin Peppercorn which is a great twist.

Friday, September 20, 2019

Simple Coffee Soap DIY

Are you an extreme coffee lover?  Here is a cold process recipe from The Soap Queen called Simple Coffee Soap that would perfect for you.  This soap contains used coffee grounds for exfoliation and coffee better for extra moisture.  Fresh grounds can bleed in soap, so that is the reason why using used grounds is best.  Instead of using a full distilled, this recipe is half distilled water and half brewed coffee.

Wednesday, September 18, 2019

Bath Salt Crystal Project

Bath salts are great to use while you are taking a bath. They are easy to make and give as gifts.  Here is a project from Brambleberry called Bath Salt Crystals that you may just want to try.

Monday, September 16, 2019

Moon Child Salt Scrub Project

This Moon Child Salt Scrub recipe from Brambleberry is easy to make and it leaves skin feeling smooth. First, avocado butter and orchid extract are blended together - we recommend using a hand or stand mixer. A touch of Liquid Soap Concentrate Base is added to help the scrub wash away cleanly. Then fine grain Dead Sea salt is mixed in, along with a dash of mica.

Friday, September 13, 2019

Blue Moon Candle Project

For those who love to make candles, I found this really fun container candle project from Brambleberry called Blue Moon.  This is a beginner level project that would be a perfect gift or to have as a project for any party.

Wednesday, September 11, 2019

Sparkling Fig Melt and Pour Soap Project

Are you looking for a different look in your bars of melt and pour soap? The swirling effect in melt and pour soap is not difficult, but it does require an understanding of how the soap base behaves at different temperatures.  Learn how to do the swirling effect in this tutorial from Brambleberry called Sparking Fig.

Tuesday, September 10, 2019

Avocado Cold Process Soap Project

Love avocados?  Here is a really nice cold process recipe from Brambleberry simply called Avocado Cold Process Soap.  This advanced project takes about two hours and results in six bars of soap.

Friday, August 30, 2019

Pink Lemonade Lip Balm and Scrub

Summer sun can be harsh not only on your skin but also your lips. This Pink Lemonade lip balm and scrub recipe from Wholesale Supplies Plus will help keep your lips soft and moisturized all summer long. The lip sugar scrub can help chapped and flaky lips by gently exfoliating away the dry skin. Follow up with this moisturizing lip balm containing cocoa butter and apricot kernel oil to keep your lips moisturized during those hot summer days. 

Wednesday, August 28, 2019

Agave Sugar Scrub Project

Agave Sugar Scrub Project
Sugar scrubs are great for exfoliating dry skin on the legs, arms, and body. This Agave Sugar Scrub recipe from Brambleberry  is made with agave extract, so skin is left feeling moisturized as well. Kelly Green Mica gives the mixture a fresh color that complements the Lush Succulent Fragrance Oil.  This scrub recipe does not contain preservative to this scrub because it doesn't contain water. 


Friday, August 16, 2019

Agate Spin Swirl Soap

Do you love shades of purple?  Here is another beautiful cold process soap project t from Brambleberry called Agate Spin Swirl that is inspired by the natural rock formation from the earth.  Each bar of soap is unique and is awe-inspiring.

Wednesday, August 14, 2019

Floral Wax Bark Melts Project

I have seen and made wax melts but I have never heard of Bark Melts. What are wax melts?  They are a great alternative to candles because they fill the room with scent and provide a cozy atmosphere.  I thought these Floral Wax Bark Melts from Brambleberry were really interesting since it reminded me of peppermint bark candy that you would find around the Christmas Holidays.

Monday, August 12, 2019

Moonstone Cold Process Soap Project

When I have been at the East West  Bookshop in Mountain View, I have seen them selling moonstones.  But honestly, they are not as pretty as these cold process soaps from Brambleberry. If you are a cold process soapmaker, you too can make these beautiful layers Moonstone soaps. I really love the pastel layers and I hope you will try making these soaps like I will.

Friday, August 2, 2019

Avocado Rose Face Mask


Here is an easy mask recipe from Wholesale Supplies Plus that will brighten and beautify your face...Avocado Rose Face Mask. Avacado, egg whites, honey, and oatmeal combined with rose water makes a spa-quality face mask.

Wednesday, July 31, 2019

Mandarin Cannabis CP Soap

When I saw this recipe for Mandarin Cannabis CP Soap from Wholesale Supplies Plus, I immediately thought of camouflage clothing. I was also thrown off from the name Mandarin and Cannabis.  I never thought that those two would in the same title.  But the fragrance has mango notes which are perfectly blended with the more earthy bottom notes of cedarwood and smokey incense.