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How to measure small amounts? There are a few hints I can share with you about this! Get a small scale, like the one you see in the picture. This is a jeweller’s scale. I purchased it in one of those places that smells a bit like incense and skunks, if you get my meaning,...
In the What do you want to know post, J asked: I always wonder which products it’s worth making. I know that there’s plenty of fun to be had from pottering around being crafty, but I suppose I’d like to know which things I can make that will save me money/be better quality than shop...
I hope you’re all having a wonderful week! I’m off work until January 5th, so I spent yesterday in the workshop making all kinds of lovely things with all kinds of lovely ingredients. You’ll see those posts in the next little while! If you’re looking for a last minute crafting idea, why not make a...
Thanks for sharing your ideas for what you’d like to see on the blog! Keep the suggestions for ingredients and products coming! Visit this post to share your thoughts! I don’t have a post for today as I spent the morning cleaning the workshop in anticipation of a fun filled tomorrow and the afternoon...
If you live in the B.C. or northern Washington state (or somewhere else, but are willing to drive), check out some of the classes at Voyageur Soap & Candle in Surrey, B.C. I teach four different classes now – anhydrous products, lotion making, hair care, and formulating facial products – and they are a great deal...