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kitchen spa gifts for mom

Moms do a lot, all of the time. Mother's Day is when we celebrate and thank her for who she is and all that she does for each of us. One way to honor our mothers beyond the heartfelt thank you, is with a gift to make her feel special and loved.

We headed to the aisles and found inexpensive, DIY Kitchen Spa gifts to make for your Mom. With a little help from Dad or another adult, even children can make these lovely presents to pamper Mom. We love Mom!
Tub Teas
Coconut Oil Lemon Scrub
Ingredients:
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup H‑E‑B Organics Coconut Oil
  • 1 tsp. lemon zest
Instructions:
1.    Combine all ingredients and place in an airtight glass container. Allow 30 minutes for ingredients to bind well.
 
To use: Using a spoonful or desired amount, massage in a circular motion for 30 seconds. Rinse and pat dry. Use on face, body or hands.
Citrus Sugar Scrub
  • 1 c. body oil (such as baby oil)
  • 2 c. cane sugar (like Sugar in the Raw or other coarse variety)
  • lemon and/or orange zest
  • 12 oz. jars with cap (plastic containers work best in the tub/shower)
Instructions:
1.    Combine the body oil with the cane sugar.
2.    Add zest to give color and fragrance to your preference. Package in jars.
 
To use: Use in shower or bath to exfoliate elbows and knees. Rinse well.
Tub Teas
Tub Tea Ingredients
 Tub Teas
  • loose tea (varieties: Peppermint, Lemon Verbena, Chamomile, Lavender)
  • muslin or tight weave cheesecloth cut in 5 1/4 inch circles
  • waxed twine
  • box with lid
Instructions:
1.    Place 1 Tbsp. of loose tea into the center of each circle, draw up sides into a bundle and tie off with waxed twine.
2.    Place a variety of Tub Tea Bags into the box.
To use: Mom can customize her bath by tossing in her favorite combinations into a warm relaxing bath.
Lavender Shower Steamers
Lavender Shower Steamers
 Lavender Shower Steamers
  • 2 c. baking soda
  • 1 c. citric acid
  • lavender essential oil
  • witch hazel (in a spray/spritz bottle for wetting the mix)
  • rubber gloves
  • round or oval molds available at craft stores
Instructions:
1.    Mix the baking soda and citric acid in a bowl. Add about 50 ‑ 60 drops of essential oil, one drop at a time until you achieve your desired fragrance.
2.    Mist the witch hazel over the mixture several times, and stir vigorously with a fork to bind the ingredients. With gloved hands, squeeze mixture together. It should be wet but not so much so that it starts fizzing. Firmly pack by pressing mix tightly into molds, using your fingers. Put aside a half hour or longer. Tap mold to extract steamers. Let sit 2 or more hours to dry. Pack into air‑tight containers to preserve scent.

To use: Place near the edge of the tub or shower stall when taking a shower. Keep out of the direct water stream, but sitting in a damp area is ideal—enjoy the relaxing aroma! Makes 5 ‑ 6 steamers depending on mold size, each steamer may last up to two showers.
Orange & Peppermint Foot Soak
Orange & Peppermint Foot Soak Ingredients
 Orange & Peppermint Foot Soak
  • 1 c. fine sea salt
  • 1 c. Epsom salt
  • 2 Tbsp. loose peppermint tea
  • 3 Tbsp. orange extract
  • 4 Tbsp. peppermint extract
  • 1 Tbsp. baking soda
  • 1 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp. cornstarch
  • Jar with lid
Instructions:
1.    Place ingredients into a food processor and blend about a minute until ingredients are powdered then pour into the jar and seal.
 
To use: Pour a tablespoon of the soak into a bowl of water and ease those tootsies into relaxation!
Chocolate Milk Bath
Chocolate Milk Bath
 Chocolate Milk Bath
  • 1 c. powdered milk
  • 2 Tbsp. unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 Tbsp. cornstarch
  • cellophane bags
Instructions:
1.    Mix ingredients together. Divide into cellophane bags. Secure with a tie. Makes two baths.
 
To use: Add to a running bath of warm water, swirling to mix into the water.
Minty Fresh Lip Gloss
Minty Fresh Lip Gloss Ingredients
 Minty Fresh Lip Gloss
  • petroleum jelly
  • lipstick for color (optional)
  • mint extract or flavor
  • almond oil
  • lip gloss container (available at craft stores)
Instructions:
1.    Place about 1 Tablespoon petroleum jelly in a microwave safe bowl. Add a tiny dab of Mom's favorite lipstick for color if desired. Microwave 30 seconds then stir carefully until everything is melted.
2.    Drop in 2 ‑ 3 drops of almond oil and 3 ‑ 5 drops of mint. Don't add too much! Carefully pour into a lip gloss container.