Someone left a comment asking how I made the lip balms and I must admit I cheated somewhat this time by buying pre-made lip balm in a tub that I simply melted down and added flavouring to. You can find it HERE. I used peppermint and chocolate flavours (make sure they are safe for use on the body... not kitchen flavouring you use to bake with). You can find a selection HERE. As a further note, you can make it a little more involved and make the balm 'from scratch'. I've used this recipe...
3 T. beeswax pellets
12 drops essential oil
Melt oil and beeswax in the microwave, stirring every 30 seconds. Add essential oil. Pour into containers and let cool. Makes about 4 small containers.
- THIS caught my eye. I won't be making it, however.
- THESE would make nice gifts. She also has a number of other great gift ideas HERE.
- More ideas can be found HERE.
- THIS is really cute (scroll down for the English version)
Today's quote is from George R R Martin..."A reader lives a thousand lives before he dies. The man who never reads lives only one"
The link to all kinds of bags is cool. Funny how you can't have too many bags.
ReplyDeleteBags are good, provided you can remember what you put in them!
DeleteNice ideas on those links. I like the ornament pattern for making a deer, just add pipe cleaner antlers.
ReplyDeleteGlad you like the links! I have altogether too much fun searching them out so I can share.
DeleteThank-you for sharing, this is a great idea for stocking stuffers.
ReplyDeleteCatherine
For sure! Or just a teeny little gift all on its own
DeleteHmmm, your recipe sounds very nice. I think I may just have to give it a try once I find the proper essential oils/flavourings.
ReplyDeleteGod bless.
I'm hopeful that they will be well received at Christmas. I'm sure there are other places you can obtain the necessary ingredients but I've used Voyageur and had good luck with them.
DeleteYou always seem to find such great ideas. I love that knitted elf.
ReplyDeleteI have fun searching for the links - there's so much out there that's interesting to share.
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