DIY Bath & Body Projects

I love the smell of lavender, but I can’t stand to wear perfumes that are full of chemicals and never smell like the real thing. This DIY project is an all-natural alternative to traditional scents. You can also mix different essential oils to...

These darling milk bottles are perfect for any country chic home. Whether you put a few flowers in them or use them to display your craft buttons, these bottles are a great storage solution with vintage flair. Milk Bottle Bath Salts Caddy Directions:...

Pink paired with Kraft is the perfect palette to mix together an assortment of products from our Bath and Body Kits and Collection to create this artfully arranged box for Mother’s Day. This package has everything you need to gift mom a day of...

Create these hand-stamped soap packages in just a few minutes. Because the tub tea filters are porous, your loved ones will be able to smell your scrumptious soaps before they even open their gift. With just a few supplies, you too can create a set of...

Give mom the gift of relaxation this Mother’s Day with this DIY Citrus and Lavender Milk Bath, or choose from any of our other DIY Bath and Body Kits. Bath Soak Kits are the perfect gift idea for Mother’s Day. With just a few basic supplies,...

With spring just around the corner, this fresh-smelling soap is sure to get you in the mood for warmer weather and blossoming flowers. Not only are they simple to make, they also make great gift ideas. Adding details such as a sand dollar and starfish or...

These amber jars are a versatile way to display your homemade bath and body projects. Whether you’re making lotions, homemade hairspray, dry shampoo, or customized perfumes, these jars and bottles have just the right look for showcasing your...

Pucker up for a sweet treat with our Mint Truffle Lip Balm recipe! Create your own homemade lip balm to treat yourself, or give to friends as a Valentine's Day gift that everyone is sure to love. Don't forget to print-out our free downloadable tags/label...

Inspired by a couple of packaging ideas that were featured in the Winter 2016 issue of Willow and Sage, I decided to try to make my own spin on them. The result is a feminine and flirty set of bath and body products that are perfect for pampering your...

These cute jars with wooden spoons were begging to be filled with just the right scrub. The jar, paired with a holiday-scented scrub makes for the perfect gift to a co-worker or a great stocking stuffer. You could leave the jar as is, or add a decorative...

Everywhere you look these days, people are talking about all the benefits of essential oils — certain oils can provide relaxation, while others can help clear up a stuffy nose. One of the most common ways of using essential oils is to create a...

Who doesn’t love to indulge and pamper themselves every now and then? This DIY Spa Kit is the perfect gift idea for your mom, sister, or best friend. The original thought was to fill a cute jar with herbs, flowers, and salts and gift the jar by...

Homemade artisan soap is absolutely gorgeous, and I love the variety of scents they have to offer. With added herbs and ingredients, the end result is just wonderful, making the bars so pretty I could leave them as is. However, as a crafter I can't leave...

Whenever the occasion calls for a gift, I prefer to give something that is handmade. Time doesn't always allow for me to make something extravagant, so I often whip up a batch of body scrubs using my go-to recipe. Everyone loves receiving something...

It’s no secret that I’ve been bitten by the melt-and-pour soap bug. I love quick and easy projects that I can make for myself or to give to a friend. While going through my craft supplies the other day, I noticed I had just a bit of white...

https://stampington.com/art-stampsThe Cavallini & Co. vintage postcards reminded me of vintage crate labels with their stunning illustration and vibrant colors. I decided to pair the postcards with a waxed bag filled with wildflower seeds. For an...

While experimenting with packaging ideas for our new bath and body products, I combined an assortment of salts and herbs to see what worked best together. Epsom salt glitters with color when mixed with lavender and rose buds. Chamomile offers the perfect...

Flowers make a beautiful gift, but they tend to wilt so quickly. This Papaya Art birthday tin has a gorgeous bouquet design that I feel proud to gift in place of a live bouquet. Fill the tin with a gift, or make your own birthday candles. And what a...

I’ve always wanted to try my hand at making soaps but the process always seemed so intimidating and dangerous. I’m all about quick and easy projects, so I put my dreams of soap-making aside. Then, as I was working on previous issues of Willow...

Who doesn't like a nice soak in the bath? That's why I was so excited to see that The Shoppe at Somerset now carries these large tea bags. In under 10 minutes, you can serve up a handmade sampler of aromatic options that look and smell like they are...

With the popularity of our new bath and body magazine, Willow and Sage, I have been itching to join in on the fun. Inspired by my first loves, flowers and jewelry, I created these little counter-top adornments which can be gifted as a set, individually,...

Create a customized and thoughtful gift this holiday season to give to a friend or family member that they can reuse again and again. Customized Gift Box Project Instructions: In a well ventilated area, spray small metal tea tins with gold spray paint,...

Spread holiday cheer this season with homemade peppermint soap patties. Wrap them in a stained coffee filter and twine, add a customized tag, and let the festivities begin! Peppermint Soap Patties Project Instructions: Crush one candy cane and set aside...

We think these pretty little capsules provide a great excuse for indulging, after a long or particularly cold day, but be sure to stock up on supplies because they'll also make perfect, homemade gifts for Valentine's Day and throughout the holiday season...

Lip balms are an absolute must for me, but I tend to misplace them. Unfortunately, needing lip balm and losing lip balm can get very expensive. High-end balms can cost $5 to $10 easy, with fancier options being even more expensive. Making your own lip...

Homemade bath and body items are all the rage right now, and with the arrival of five soap bases to The Shoppe at Somerset, I decided to try my hand at making soap with one of my favorite scents: lavender. The entire process was much easier and went much...

Not only is making your own lip balm fun and easy, but it is also incredibly addictive. These little balms are the perfect project to make in bulk, so you have a gift for a friend at a moment’s notice. The tins can be altered to fit any event, so...

I’ve always known there are practically limitless ways to use essential oils, like adding a few drops of lavender to your bed linens to help you sleep and rubbing peppermint in your palms to keep you alert. While doing research for our newest...

The new chai rack can be used to hold many different creative odds and ends, and it’s especially suited to hold bathroom supplies. I filled mine with cotton balls, q-tips, cotton swabs, and some nail tools. What a divine way to organize and display...

A refreshing face mist is perfect to spritz on your face on a hot summer’s day, revitalize you in the morning, or simply use as a calming spray when you’re feeling anxious or overwhelmed. The blend of essential oils chosen for this project...