Homemade Gift Ideas have so much more meaning that something bought at a store. I have always enjoyed receiving them and keep each and every one. I believe that I have every elementary Christmas ornament that each one of my children has made over the years. Honestly, my children now appreciate the fact that I saved them because, it brings back memories for them. Also, they will be receiving these back one year, in order to hand them down to future generations to hear their stories. Remember, it’s not just about the homemade gifts, it’s about the story and memories. We not only pass down these items to our loved ones, we pass our history along with them.
Homemade Gift Ideas
Homemade gift ideas have something that everyone loves. Just knowing that someone actually took the time to think of me and made it with love. Absolutely, I L O V E these! You don’t need to be artistic or crafty to make something for a special friend or family member. There are so many ideas and videos on how to make something homemade. Just watch the video and pause it when you need to stop and finish a step, then continue on until you’re finished. Before you know it, your project will be finished. And, you will have the self-satisfaction knowing that you have created something special.
This page will begin with salt scrubs, sugar scrubs, lip scrubs, body scrubs, body butter, and soaps. Everything, homemade with natural ingredients, essential oils, spices and herbs. Most of all, found in your own cupboard or backyard.
Homemade Hand Sanitizer
Everyone around the world that is experiencing the Coronavirus Pandemic, all know that sanitizers and ingredients are impossible to find. I will share my own version made from pure essential oils and fresh natural ingredients that are proven effective and pleasantly aromatic. Visit to learn more…
Sugar Scrubs
Coffee & Brown Sugar Scrub
This homemade coffee scrub made with orange essential oil can help nourish skin and lessen the appearance of stretch marks and cellulite. The antioxidants in the coffee provide a temporary anti-inflammatory that helps skin appear firmer and help prevent premature skin aging. The almond oil and vitamin e will moisturize your skin leaving it silky smooth.
Makes 1 1/2 cups
Ingredients:
1/2 cup Brown sugar
1 cup Coffee, ground
1/4 Almond oil
10 drops Essential oil, orange
1/4 tsp Vitamin e oil
Begin by using 1/4 cup almond oil and increase until you reach your preferred texture.1/2 cup almond oil will make a thinner, more oily scrub. This scrub was made with 1/4 cup almond oil.
Best if used within 2-4 weeks.
Lavender Vanilla Sugar Scrub
Materials Needed for a Homemade Sugar Scrub
glass jar
sugar
Coconut (or other) oil
vitamin E oil
vanilla extract
lavender essential oil
Ingredients
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup oil (almond, olive or coconut work best)
one half teaspoon vitamin E oil
1/2 teaspoon real vanilla extract
15 drops lavender essential oil
How to Make a Sugar Scrub | Instructions
Place all ingredients in a bowl and mix together thoroughly.
You can add more or less oil to your liking.
Store in an air tight container. Since this recipe doesn’t contain any preservatives, it’s best if it’s used within a month or two.
How to Use Your DIY Sugar Scrub
Scoop a small amount of the Lavender Vanilla Sugar Scrub in your hands with a spoon.
Scrub all over your hands or feet – or wherever you’d like extra soft skin.
Allow to soak into your skin for a few minutes. Enjoy this time to relax!
Rinse well and then pat dry with a soft towel.
Salt Scrubs
Coconut Lime Salt Scrub
Ingredients:
2 limes
1 teaspoon lime juice
1 cup sea salt
1/2 cup coconut oil
1 teaspoon coconut extract
Coconut Lime Salt Scrub Directions
In a small bowl use a micro-plane to zest the green rind of your limes, making sure you are only removing the outer green. Stir together, in a medium mixing bowl, the lime juice, sea salt, coconut oil and coconut extract.
Gently stir in the lime zest to the coconut mixture.
Store in an airtight glass container.
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