Spread the Love

T and I have several crazy ideas, and spend hours and hours developing these ideas.  This holiday season, we decided to make as many gifts as possible.  We knew this would take some research, time, and vodka.  We were very dedicated to the purpose (and vodka), and spent the first weekend in December spreading the love.

We knew we would need jars - and both collected as many as possible from area recycling bins and neighbors and colleagues.  We gathered various shapes and sizes.

We cleaned and sanatized the jars.  Then, the mixing began.  With all organic and co-op bought ingrediants, we started by making the lotion.

Next, we made soap (which is very, very, dangerous),

and candles with various scents,

and lip balm.  Then we prepared and packaged the goods.

So much love was spread that weekend, and so much learned.  It was a lot of work, but well worth the experience.  I'm so thankful that my bestie and I are only pioneer women on weekends of our choice.

We are totally making gifts next year, but I'm pretty sure it will be wine and beer.