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Oh, The Things We'll Make!

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photo of marble wortar and pestle with herbs, dried flowers, and homemade soap

Make it Yourself

So many things that you normally buy can be made at home from scratch. Here is where I show you how to make everything from black garlic and tomato powder to homemade boba and croutons!

Save money and ensure that you have the highest quality ingredients by making your own pantry staples. The recipes and posts you will be seeing below are a mix of sweet and savory items that you can have in store. If you love milk tea, try making your own boba pearls from scratch. If you’re craving pasta, you can create this basic pasta dough quickly in time for the next meal.

Conserve your tomatoes in a way that saves space by making a super versatile tomato powder. Learn how to make tomato powder, and how to use it.Having the ability to create your own staples means lessening your trips to the grocery if you happen to run out of pantry basics! These recipes have saved me some time and effort for last minute trips so I really want to share this with you.
Two batches of homemade black boba, using different amounts of activated charcoal. One batch is slightly darker than the other batch.Browse through more MIY Pantry Basics here: 

A homemade Captain America shield next to homemade boots and homemade costume

How to Make a Captain America Shield

October 25, 2019 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Making a superhero costume couldn’t be complete without the right props! Find out how to make a Captain America shield easily by repurposing …

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A young boy in a Superman costume and a boy in a Batman costume

Easy Homemade Superhero Costume: Batman & Superman

October 23, 2019 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Need a last-minute Halloween costume, or just want to make an easy superhero costume? These homemade batman and superman costumes can be whipped up in …

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Homemade Captain America Boots made from duct tape on a homemade Captain America shield

DIY Superhero Boots (Two Methods)

October 21, 2019 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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No homemade superhero costume would be complete without some DIY superhero boots. I’ll show you two quick and easy methods to make costume boots …

Read moreDIY Superhero Boots (Two Methods)
An orange homemade trick-or-treat bag decorated with a Jack-o-lantern face.

DIY Trick or Treat Bag

October 16, 2019 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Upcycle an old t-shirt into a DIY trick or treat bag in a matter of minutes and then let the kids help decorate it with homemade craft foam stamps. …

Read moreDIY Trick or Treat Bag
Featured image displaying finished homemade costume makeup in chapstick containers.

DIY Halloween Makeup (Homemade Costume Makeup)

October 14, 2019 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Avoid the toxic chemicals in store-bought Halloween makeup by making your own homemade costume makeup. It’s a fun project that can be customized …

Read moreDIY Halloween Makeup (Homemade Costume Makeup)
Plastic bottle filled with a homemade baby wash and shampoo.

DIY Baby Wash and Shampoo

September 27, 2019 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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pH balanced and free of harsh ingredients, this homemade baby wash and shampoo gently cleanses delicate skin. It has a sweet, gentle fragrance without …

Read moreDIY Baby Wash and Shampoo
Two ladybug mandala painted stones being displayed on a hand over top of other colorful painted stones.

Beginner-Friendly Ladybug Mandala Rock Painting Tutorial

September 2, 2019 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Fun and relaxing, rock painting is a great way to transform something natural and beautiful into something that can be appreciated in a new, colorful …

Read moreBeginner-Friendly Ladybug Mandala Rock Painting Tutorial
Two homemade conditioner bars on a counter with a sprig of lavender and a wooden comb

DIY Conditioner Bar

July 26, 2019 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Sustainable and travel-friendly, a conditioner bar is a convenient way to keep your hair healthy, conditioned, and tangle-free. Learn how and why to …

Read moreDIY Conditioner Bar
A homemade shampoo bar in a stone soap dish next to a wooden comb

DIY Shampoo Bar

May 8, 2019 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Eco-friendly and good for your hair, learn how to make a non-soap shampoo bar, why to make one, and how to use it. What is a Shampoo Bar? A shampoo …

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A small glass blue bottle filled with a hyaluronic acid serum. The glass pipette is out and in front of the bottle, showing some of the serum inside it.

Hyaluronic Acid Serum Recipe

April 9, 2019 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Restore humidity to the skin, making it look plumper and more radiant, all while reducing fine lines by using a DIY hyaluronic acid serum that is …

Read moreHyaluronic Acid Serum Recipe
A jar filled with a homemade hair butter next to a sprig of lavender and a wooden comb

Hair Butter Recipe

March 1, 2019 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Perfect as an intensive conditioner for dry and damaged hair, this hair butter recipe is simple to make and nourishing to many hair types. For my …

Read moreHair Butter Recipe
Overhead view of two bowls of lye, one with sodium hydroxide beads and another with potassium hydroxide flakes.

What is Lye? Can I Make Soap Without it?

February 2, 2019 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Working with lye can be intimidating, especially if you don’t know what it is or how to work with it. What, exactly, is lye? And, is it possible …

Read moreWhat is Lye? Can I Make Soap Without it?
A plastic bottle filled with a homemade laundry detergent in front of a load of folded laundry

DIY Liquid Laundry Detergent Recipe (No Soap)

November 29, 2018 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Save money while you avoid the synthetic fragrances and other additives in commercial laundry detergents by learning how to make a DIY laundry …

Read moreDIY Liquid Laundry Detergent Recipe (No Soap)
An alternative to glycerin soaps made with lard or tallow, this vegan glycerin soap recipe uses coconut oil instead to make a hard bar of soap with lots of lather and great cleansing ability. #glycerin #soap #vegan

Vegan Glycerin Soap

November 7, 2018 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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An alternative to glycerin soaps made with lard or tallow, this vegan glycerin soap recipe uses coconut oil instead to make a hard bar of soap with …

Read moreVegan Glycerin Soap
An amber colored glass jar filled with a homemade CBD salve.

Homemade CBD Salve Recipe

October 17, 2018 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Today I’ll be showing you how to make a basic homemade CBD salve using a CBD oil that can be easily obtained in the United States and many other …

Read moreHomemade CBD Salve Recipe
A bottle of shampoo in a pump bottle next to a wooden comb and a sprig of mint.

Natural DIY Clarifying Shampoo

September 30, 2018 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Cleanse your hair gently with this DIY clarifying shampoo that uses natural surfactants to remove dirt and leave your hair clean and soft. Because …

Read moreNatural DIY Clarifying Shampoo
Pouring laundry detergent from a beaker into a bottle.

A Beginner’s Guide to Working with Natural Surfactants

September 17, 2018 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Trying to avoid SLS and other harsh surfactants in your cosmetics? There are many mild, natural surfactants available. Learn about the different types …

Read moreA Beginner’s Guide to Working with Natural Surfactants
Gentle on the skin, and with a nice, creamy lather, this goat milk soap with honey is one of my favorites. Learn the techniques of making soap with both milk and honey with this recipe. #soap #goatmilk #honey #fromscratch

Goat Milk Soap with Honey

May 23, 2018 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Gentle on the skin, and with a nice, creamy lather, this goat milk soap with honey is one of my favorites. Learn how to make soap with both milk and …

Read moreGoat Milk Soap with Honey
A small glass jar filled with an emulsified sugar scrub with a wooden spoon in it.

Easy Emulsified Sugar Scrub

April 11, 2018 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Unlike sugar scrubs made with only oils and sugar, emulsified sugar scrubs become a creamy exfoliating lotion upon contact with water, leaving no oily …

Read moreEasy Emulsified Sugar Scrub
Bottle of DIY micellar water in front of a pink orchid

DIY Micellar Water: What is it? and How to Make it

March 3, 2018 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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An easy to make, gentle all-in-one cleanser, this DIY micellar water is perfect for sensitive skin. Find out what is micellar water and if you should …

Read moreDIY Micellar Water: What is it? and How to Make it
Photo of homemade roll on deodorant in two types of containers: a glass rollerball dispenser, and a repurposed plastic deodorant container.

Natural Homemade roll on deodorant (That works)

January 31, 2018 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Ditch using deodorants with toxic ingredients, and make your own natural, homemade roll-on deodorant that is easy to use and glides on smoothly. Last …

Read moreNatural Homemade roll on deodorant (That works)
several bars of green laurel berry soap with olive leaves

Laurel Berry Soap (Aleppo Soap Copycat Recipe)

November 12, 2017 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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This laurel berry soap, or Aleppo soap copycat recipe, is a modified Castile soap that is mild, conditioning, and great for a number of skin …

Read moreLaurel Berry Soap (Aleppo Soap Copycat Recipe)
Dr. Bronner's soap is a versatile, all purpose cleaner that is a great addition to any household, but let's face it, it's quite expensive. Learn how to make liquid Castile soap at home. It's easy, frugal, and very rewarding. #soap #castilesoap #liquidsoap

How to Make a Multipurpose Liquid Castile Soap: Dr. Bronner’s Copycat Recipe

September 27, 2017 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Dr. Bronner’s soap is a versatile, all purpose cleaner that is a great addition to any household. But let’s face it, it’s can be …

Read moreHow to Make a Multipurpose Liquid Castile Soap: Dr. Bronner’s Copycat Recipe
Made using only olive oil, pure Castile soap is a mild, conditioning soap that is gentle enough to use on face and body.

Easy Pure Castile Soap Recipe

August 26, 2017 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Made using only olive oil, pure Castile soap is a mild, conditioning soap that is gentle enough to use on face and body. Several years ago, I showed …

Read moreEasy Pure Castile Soap Recipe
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