DIY Sweet And Spice Scented Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Soap

Bella Breakdown Print Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Soap This fun DIY project gives you the chance to create your own soap with scents that are perfect for colder weather. This soap is also great for people with sensitive skin with nourishing oatmeal and goat's milk. Yield: 2 soap bars EquipmentSoap Base (silicone recommended)Microwave-Safe Measuring Cup or Bowl Materials3-4 drops Cinnamon Essential Oil10-12 drops Apple Fragrance Oil (or essential oil)5.5 oz. Goat's Milk Soap Base2 tbs Quick Oats1/8 tsp Ground Cinnamon InstructionsWeigh and cut 5.5 ounces of the goat milk soap base. Place goat milk soap in a microwave-safe cup or bowl and melt the soap in the microwave...

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Crazy Crafts You Might Have Never Considered Trying

Bella Breakdown Whether your a crafting pro or a creative novice, there are all sorts of new crafting projects to explore including some that are less popular but totally should be. We breakdown some of the less popular craft projects that you’ll want to try once you know more. Paint by Diamond This is a more sparkly version of the classic paint by number project and is offered in a convenient kit that contains all the supplies you’ll need for your project. When you’re done it makes for a great piece of wall art for your home with many...

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DIY Make Your Own Hand Sanitizer With This DIY Tutorial

Bella Breakdown DIY Hand Sanitizer If you're looking for hand sanitizer then this tutorial could help you make some from home. There are also a variety of optional ingredients to customize your hand sanitizer. Print Recipe EquipmentMini FunnelSmall Spray Bottle (2 oz.)Small Mixing Bowl Ingredients  2 tbsp Carrier Oil Of Choice (coconut oil, almond oil, olive oil, or jojoba oil)1 bottle Rubbing Alcohol (90% proof or higher)1 tsp Aloe Vera (optional for thickening formula and moisturizing)1 tsp Vegetable Glycerin (optional for thickening formula and moisturizing)10-15 drops Essential Oils (optional - lemon, orange, rosemary, tea tree, cinnamon, geranium)10 drops Vitamin E (optional - moisturizing skin)5 drops Grapefruit Seed Extract (optional - serves as preservative) Instructions Make sure the spray bottle is clean before...

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Making An Easy DIY Reed Scent Diffuser

Bella Breakdown Reed diffusers are a cute way to freshen the fragrance of any room in your home that’s easy to match your decor theme. Though they may be a bit pricy to buy in-store, there is a more cost-effective way to make your own DIY reed diffuser that you can match with your decor. The key piece you’ll need for this DIY project is a vase or a bottle, it’s recommended to use one with a narrow neck to slow down the evaporation process and make your essential oils last longer. Try to find something that matches your...

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Plant Lovers Unite! Here’s How You Should Be Taking Care Of Your Plants

Bella Breakdown I was very hesitant to jump on the house plant bandwagon, and I honestly wasn’t sure I really needed a room full of plants to make me feel better. I like the look of plants; I like cute little succulents, but do I really need them? The answer is yes. Oh my goodness, the difference a couple of little plants can make is enormous. Besides the fact that they simply make you happy, they can benefit things like air quality. But if you’re not a natural green thumb, plant care can be daunting. Stick to these tricks...

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