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It’s June 2, which means it’s Mole Day in North America! From wikipedia: A mole has 6.02×10(23) atoms or molecules of the pure substance being measured. A mole of a substance has mass in grams exactly equal to the substance’s molecular or atomic weight. So if carbon has an atomic weight of 12 grams, this...
If you’re in North America, you know Mother’s Day is this Sunday! I love holidays like this. Much like birthdays, it’s a chance to celebrate someone you love by offering up presents and good food and spend a little time together. So what are you making for your mom or maternal figure this week? My...
It’s March 1st, so that means we are in store for some fun – 30 days of creating, making, and enjoying the crafts we love! To honour this month, here are my two favourite non bath & body crafts – jewellery making and sewing. Try something new this month! If I try another new craft,...
It was one year ago today that I started writing daily posts on this blog with an emphasis on the chemistry and formulating of bath and body products! And to celebrate…we’re having ribs! (Okay, they’re virtual ribs for you, but look at that wonderful rub and the smoking box…you know they’re going to be tasty!)...