I’m pretty stoked because today’s Make It From Scratch project is one I’ve been wanting to make for a very long time. And it didn’t even involve chocolate! 🙂
What was it that I made? Homemade Bath Bombs!
They were really simple to whip up and I cannot wait to try them out.
What I love most about them is that there are pretty much endless color and scent combinations for these. Plus, they would make really cool gifts. Wrap them in cellophane, tie them with a bow, and add a cute gift tag and it’d be a fun and unique gift!
Are you participating in the Make It From Scratch Week? If so, link up your blog post about today’s Make It From Scratch Project. Don’t have a blog? Tell us about what you made in the comments.
Leah says
I have been wanting to make these too for so long! But I am slow to purchase the items thinking they would probably languish in the To-Do pile for too long. I can’t wait to see what you think of them
Karla says
Where can I find citric acid? It’s not something I have on hand nor do I know where to begin looking for it. Does walmart carry this? What department? And how much does it run? Thank you.
Mel says
It can be found at beer and wine making supply shops.
Crystal says
You can order it online, or you should be able to find it at Walmart. I looked online and it seems you can also use lemon juice, if you adjust the liquid accordingly.
Natalie says
‘Fruit Fresh’ is basically citric acid. It’s used in canning and should be available at many major retailers 🙂
Kay says
What’s the best source for essential oils (if not buying in crazy bulk)? I’m looking for a good, inexpensive source to make some holiday gifts up and for my own use.
Sarah D. says
You can find essential oils at health food stores.
KellyT says
I had to post another one…this was too good not to share! I whipped up some Pumpkin Spice Creamer this morning and fell in love so I had to let you all know about it! I hope you enjoy
Megan says
I love homemade bath bombs! Enjoy yours!!
The Prudent Homemaker says
I started a batch of alfalfa seeds to sprout.
I made chocolate wafer cookie dough: http://theprudenthomemaker.com/index.php/chocolate-wafers
I made a savory pumpkin sauce over rice.
Rachel says
I canned 15 quarts of pears. This was a big accomplishment with a three week old, 3 year old, and 2 year old
Sarah says
Oh, I so get it. That was me last year with applesauce. 🙂 Good job. You must have been exhausted!
Natalie says
My kids and I just recently made these! They really do work just like the ones you can buy. We made yellow lemon scented and pink peppermint scented (2 kids, 2 colors 🙂 We used candy molds and made many shapes.
Laura says
Hmmmm, I bought a cake pop kit last year after Christmas to make with the kids this year. I wonder if that shape would work for these (so you could have a perfect sphere).
Anyone have any ideas on that?
Elizabeth says
I would love to know how these work out. I saw on one site where a person used a plastic easter egg to help keep shape and size consistent. If they work out that might be a neat way to do them for gifts. Maybe make a matching scented candle and I know you had made your own bath bars at least once you could put all that together and you’ve got a very nice ‘spa’ kit to give as gifts.
Crystal says
Oh, what a great idea!
Jen says
Let us know if you like how they work!
Erica says
I have a silly questions. The recipe refers to ounces. Did you use volume ounces: 8oz = 1 cup or did you use a kitchen scale for weight ounces? These look great to add to an inexpensive DIY gift basket or to give alone.
Crystal says
I just decided to do the 8 oz. = 1 cup ratio. It seemed to work. I’d love to hear if anyone else has a better suggestion, though.
Lana says
I had my one year old grandson here yesterday so I did not make anything. I got lots of hugs and exercise chasing after him though! I am hoping to get back at it today.
Cheryl says
These look great. I might have to give them a try.
KellyT says
I added 2 links for ya 🙂 Chocolate Syrup and Cloth Diaper Safe Rash Cream 🙂 I hope everyone checks them out!
birthrightrose says
You could add cocoa to these if you want chocolate scent, and endless tub scrubbing! 🙂
Tamara says
Awesome Idea and sounds so easy! Can’t wait to try it.
Erin says
Yes!! I made these for my sisters last Christmas. I found a pretty glass jar ($1) to put them in, and gave them to enjoy. They did! 🙂
Shelly says
My daughter and myself made some bath bombs for gifts and everyone loved them. What scent did you use in your bath bombs?
Crystal says
I used sweet orange.