It's a bit crazy out there, isn't it?! Public events shutting down, social distancing, people hoarding toilet paper for some reason. Instead of freaking out about COVID-19, let's all try to make some common-sense decisions in our daily lives. The one … [Read more...]
HOW TO MAKE FLAMINGO JELLY SOAP
I've been on a flamingo kick this summer. The trend continued when I found a silicone ice cube tray that makes cubes that look like flamingos! Of course, I never use those molds for ice cubes, so I decided to use this one to create some tropical … [Read more...]
RUBBER DUCKY JELLY SOAP TUTORIAL
Yesterday I shared how easy it is to make your own molds with silicone paste. Today I will show you how to use those homemade molds to make adorable rubber ducky jelly soap. Wouldn't these make the most darling party favors for a baby … [Read more...]
DIY COLORFUL SQUISHY SOAP
Even though cold and flu season is almost over, I still keep encouraging my kids to wash their hands frequently throughout the day. They hate it. I made up a batch of DIY colorful squishy soap to make washing up more fun. The soap … [Read more...]
JELLIED BRAINS JELLY SOAPS FOR HALLOWEEN
When I found a brain-shaped ice cube tray at the store, I knew I needed to use it to make some creepy brain jelly soaps for Halloween. These soaps are totally functional, but they squish and wiggle like jello. How perfectly creepy for … [Read more...]
DIY GEM SHAPED JELLY SOAPS
My kids have been asking me to make another batch of jelly soaps for them. They love using the fun, jiggly soap in the shower! Last year I made a batch of egg shaped soaps using leftover plastic Easter eggs as a mold. This time I used a … [Read more...]
RAINBOW JELLY SOAP
Back when I made jelly soaps for the first time, I mentioned that if you don't have a silicone mold to use you can just make the soaps in cups or a mason jar. Today I am showing you how to do just that! Of course, I couldn't make plain, … [Read more...]
EASTER EGG JELLY SOAPS
Last month I shared my first attempts at making LUSH-style jelly soaps at home. My kids loved those soaps so much that I decided to make a new batch this month. Instead of reusing the heart mold, I thought I would make some Easter egg … [Read more...]
HOMEMADE JELLY SOAPS
Why do children hate cleaning themselves so much? Showers, teeth brushing, hair combing -- it's like torture to little kids. I am constantly asking my kids, "Did you wash your hands?" "WITH soap?" And then they slink back … [Read more...]