Comments on: Happy Handmade Holiday: Last Minute Gifts

By: Sara

Sara — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 02:22:54 +0000

Thanks, I’ll definitely be giving the sugar scrub a try!

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By: Nancy Pants

Nancy Pants — Sat, 19 Dec 2009 06:45:00 +0000

Jojoba oil is pretty readily available anywhere that sells natural and organic stuff. I got mine at Fred Meyer, but y’all don’t have that store back in Misery. I’d just try any hippie-type store that sells organic and healthy stuff. Or Whole Foods. You can also use “sweet oil” which I believe is just a deodorized olive oil. Almond oil would be awesome as well. Jojoba oil is very skin-friendly and versatile, which is why that’s what I’ve been using.

Same for the essential oils. DO NOT use the oils they sell at Michael’s and other craft stores. They are for environmental scent use only. Buy good quality, organic type oils. And just a drop will do!

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By: Holly

Holly — Sat, 19 Dec 2009 06:20:59 +0000

Nancy Pants – where do you get jojoba oil and essential oil?

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By: Nancy Pants

Nancy Pants — Sat, 19 Dec 2009 03:50:18 +0000

Great ideas, each and every one.

And the sugar scrub can be even nicer if you use the superfine stuff. I’ve been making mine with jojoba oil, and you can add a few drops of essential oil for a lovely scent. Food coloring, too, if you want!

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By: faith

faith — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 23:17:23 +0000

what great ideas–thanks!! i love a simple craft, especially one that can be gifted!

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By: Kim

Kim — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 22:24:05 +0000

I love the sugar scrub idea! That stuff is expensive to buy!

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