We finally had a day where we could turn off the air conditioner. What a change of temperature, but we are told it'll heat up again this coming weekend. Such a beautiful day. I woke up Wednesday with zero, nada, zip of produce to either freeze, dry or can. Nothing. I realized, before heading out to weed (again), I had the chance to get my lotion made. Boom! Done! I love this lotion. I have tried a few lotion recipes, but this is by far my favorite. 1 cup calendula oil (make ahead) 2 Tbsp. beeswax pastilles Melt over low heat in a double broiler. While that is melting, place your heatproof glass mixing bowl in a sink of warm water to keep it warm for when you mix with the blender. Remove from heat and add essential oils of your choice (10-15 drops), pour into a heat proof glass mixing bowl, slowly add 1 cup of room temperature water using a hand blender. I specifically have a hand blender for non-food ...
Inklings from the Farmhouse, embracing balance and new beginnings.