Looking for unique Mother’s Day gift ideas that are sweet, elegant, and unforgettable? Whether you buy macarons, bake them, or give a macaron cookbook, you can’t go wrong with this classic French treat. This Mother’s Day, surprise Mom with something she’ll savor—literally!
Read MoreI’d never tried a macaron until a few years ago, just after I wrote the first draft of my novella, Sweet Dreams. As the cliché goes, it was love at first bite. I loved the sweet delicacies.
Read MoreFor the record, I'd like to state why an author of books on soap crafting and shampoo bars is actually writing about liquefying soap!
Read MoreActivated charcoal is the kind of coal you want to use any time of the year!
Read MoreLooking for a luxurious, all-natural soap that’s as gentle as it is nourishing? This Oatmeal, Honey & Goat’s Milk Soap Recipe is the perfect blend of soothing ingredients that will leave your skin feeling soft, hydrated, and rejuvenated. Made with high-quality goat’s milk, the natural exfoliation of oatmeal, and the sweet, skin-loving benefits of honey, this melt and pour soap is perfect for anyone looking to indulge in a homemade skincare treat. Whether you're a DIY soap-making enthusiast or just starting out, this simple recipe is an easy way to create your own spa-worthy soap bars in the comfort of your home.
Read MoreThis is an excerpt from Chapter 8 of my latest eBook, "Organic and Sulfate Free Melt and Pour Glycerin Soap Crafting Recipes."
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Read MoreHer mother would’ve disliked Alexander, even though he was a well-known actor. She would have referred to him as a dissipated old lecher for he was a man. An older man. And of course since he was a man, he wanted to get his rocks off. Vivian feared her daughter would wind up as unhappy as she had been once she got married.
Read MoreHere’s a unique yet easy to make melt and pour soap recipe utilizing a mold you can find in most supermarkets.
Read MoreMacarons and sweet dreams? Yes, the two go together quite well. Macarons are sweet and somewhat crispy little cookies that can be filled with butter cream or chocolate ganache or various types of jams. They’re usually made with almond flour and are gluten-free. Macarons are often quite colorful, as you know if you’ve seen them. My opinion is that they’re the best kind of dessert—small and delicate. Fancy but not outrageously so.
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