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how to make hand made hand soap

How to Make Hand-Made, Hand Soap!

Did you know that the earliest soap formulas can be traced to ancient Babylon. It was a far from rudimentary alkaline solution mixed with water and cassia oils. Although we’ll have to wait a couple of a thousand years before stumbling upon the iconic soap-bar, and precisely in late 15th century Marseille, the secrets to […]

cómo hacer cera fundida con purpurina

Cómo hacer polvos de cera con purpurina

¿Quieres añadir un toque de brillo a tus manualidades? ¿Darle a tus ceras fundidas un toque festivo? Sin duda, la purpurina es sinónimo de diversión y lujo. Se utiliza mucho en moda, desde accesorios hasta vestidos de noche, y más recientemente incluso en alimentación, como el algodón de azúcar, las chocolatinas y los jabones con temática de unicornio. Una [...]

how to make your own hair treatment

How to Make Your Own Hair Treatment

Gone are the days in which well-meaning grandmas all over the world hailed the miraculous properties of dubious raw-egg concoctions, only to leave our head all sticky and smelling like an omelette. Nowadays with the right ingredients, most natural hair treatments can be obtained through a fairly simple process, for a finished product that is […]

how to make essential oil candles

How To Make Essential Oil Candles

Essential oils, (not to be confused with Fragrance oils) are known as a natural remedy for short-term relief of mild symptoms of stress, anxiety and insomnia and widely used in aromatherapy and massage therapy. There are many essential oils and each one has its own peculiar properties as well as distinctive fragrance; some of the […]

guía para hacer tu propio aceite para barba

Guía para hacer su propio aceite de barba en casa

Si tienes una barba larga y frondosa, probablemente utilices aceite para barba para ayudar a mantenerla. Es un acierto, porque los aceites para barba mantendrán tu barba con el mejor aspecto posible. Sin embargo, la próxima vez que pienses en comprar un aceite para barba, deberías plantearte si es mejor fabricarlo tú mismo. [...]

how to make a layered candle in a glass bubble ball

How To Make A Layered Candle In A Glass Bubble Ball

Glass and round shapes are a staple of interior design, the smooth surfaces and lines are perfect to decorate and furnish any home environment. So why not give it a personal ‘’spin’’ and create a unique ornament using your favourite colours and fragrance? Follow this easy video tutorial created in partnership with Victoria of Cosy […]

cómo hacer cera fundida con polvo de mica

Cómo hacer cera fundida con polvo de mica

¿Quieres añadir un poco más de brillo a tus ceras fundidas? Nuestro vídeo paso a paso, creado en colaboración con Cosy & Country, te guía a través del proceso de creación de tus propias ceras fundidas con polvo de mica en casa. Ingredientes KeraSoy 4120 o KeraWax 4600 Wax Melt Moldes florales 50 ml Aceite con fragancia - nosotros utilizamos Jazmín 3 g de [...]

christmas giveaway competition

Christmas GIVEAWAY Competition

We are feeling the Christmas spirit at Cosy Owl so we thought we would offer one lucky winner the chance to WIN all the materials you need to make your own soap. You have an opportunity to win 1kg Stephenson Melt & Pour ST Clear Soap Base, Oval Grey Silicone Mould and a 50ml essential […]

how to make a 3 wick candle

How To Make A 3 Wick Candle

With Christmas only a few weeks away, our step-by-step video created in partnership with Cosy & Country walks you through the process of making your own 3 wick candle, which would make the perfect gift for your loved ones this festive season.   Ingredients  KeraWax 4105 or KeraSoy 4130 55cl Round Flat Dish Container ECO 12 Wicks […]

abbey white of makes scents candles to lead events

Abbey White of Makes Scents Candles To Lead New Cosy Owl Virtual Candle Making Events

Following a nationwide talent search looking for the best up and coming virtual candle making event hosts, we are pleased to announce a new virtual event host partnership with Abbey White of Makes Scents Candles. Abbey previously worked in the travel sector for STA Travel, where she was unfortunately made redundant with ongoing Covid-19 events […]

how to make tea light candles

How To Make Tea Light Candles

With Christmas just round the corner, our easy step-by-step video created in partnership with Cosy & Country walks you through the process of making your own festive tea light candles at home.   Ingredients KeraWax 4105 or KeraSoy 4130 Aluminium Tea Light Cups – 37.5mm x 22mm Tea Light Wicks TL15 / S33 50ml Fragrance Oil – […]

crafty guide to carving and lighting your halloween pumpkin

A Crafty Guide to Carving and Lighting your Halloween Pumpkin

#1 Gather your Equipment Before you start pumpkin carving, you should gather everything that you need. This way, you won’t have to wander around the kitchen looking for things when your hands are covered in pumpkin juices and seeds. To expertly carve your pumpkin, you’ll need: A large pumpkin A sharp knife A serving spoon […]

cómo hacer cera fundida jaspeada

Cómo hacer cera fundida jaspeada

¿Quieres darle un toque diferente a tu cera fundida? Nuestro sencillo vídeo paso a paso, creado en colaboración con Cosy & Country, te guía a través del proceso de elaboración de tus propias ceras fundidas marmoladas. Ingredientes Kerasoy 4110 Pillar Wax o KeraWax 4600 5 x Wax Melt Tartlet Clamshells 50ml Fragrance Oil - usamos Gingerbread 3g [...]

how to make a layered halloween candle

How To Make A Layered Halloween Candle

Need some Halloween inspiration? Our easy step-by-step video created in partnership with Cosy & Country walks you through the process of making your own layered Halloween candles – perfect for the spooky season!   Ingredients  Kerasoy 4130 or Kerawax 4105 wax 30cl Karen Round Glass Container 50ml Fragrance Oil – we used Pumpkin Spice 3g of 6099/25 Orange […]

how to make luxury candles with wooden wicks

How To Make Luxury Candles With Wooden Wicks

With the weather getting chillier and Autumn almost upon us, it’s the perfect time to hone your inner craftsmanship and make these inspirational luxury candles with wooden wicks. Our step-by-step video created in partnership with Cosy & Country walks you through the process to make your very own candles at home…brrr-ill-iant!     Ingredients  Wooden […]

"2 packs of 6 star clam shell wax melts, by a candle and a houseplant"

How To Make Wax Melts From Home

Wanting to try your hand at making wax melts? Our easy step-by-step video created in partnership with Cosy & Country walks you through the process of making your own wax melts at home. Creating your own wax melts at home is a fun and rewarding DIY project that allows you to customize the scents, colours, […]

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How to Make Your Own Reed Diffusers

Want to make your own reed diffusers at home, with a fragrance you love? We have a great tutorial with Victoria who takes you through all the steps you need! Ingredients 100ml Diffusol – Augeo Base Oil 10 Pack of Natural Porex Reeds (also available in black) 50ml Fragrance of your choice 200ml Karen Diffuser […]

vela votiva de gel summers beach

Vela votiva de gel A Summer's Beach

Con el verano ya aquí, es el momento perfecto para probar nuestra vela votiva de gel con temática playera. Será el centro de mesa perfecto, ¡pero no hay por qué limitarse a un tema playero cuando hay tantas alternativas! Ingredientes Cera de gel Cera para recipientes de soja o parafina 2 recipientes [...]

aromas de verano vinculados a nuestros destinos de vacaciones favoritos

Los aromas del verano que nos recuerdan nuestros destinos de vacaciones favoritos

Los soñadores de vacaciones del Reino Unido han votado sobre los aromas que les recuerdan a un destino concreto del mundo. Muchos turistas han pospuesto sus viajes hasta 2021, por lo que ahora solo les queda recordar sus aromas favoritos, tanto del extranjero como de casa. Preguntamos al público a través de las redes sociales qué [...]

how to use essential oils

Cómo utilizar los aceites esenciales

Essential Oils (as opposed to Fragrance Oils) are concentrated, highly potent chemical compounds that are found inside many plants. For many years, people have used plants and their essential oils to improve physical and mental health and well-being. Being used heavily in aromatherapy, these oils allow you to naturally maintain good health and address specific […]

how to series cosy owl partners with cosy and country

How To Series: Cosy Owl partners with Cosy and Country

Cosy Owl is delighted to announce a new ‘How To’ series in partnership with Yorkshire based small candle making business Cosy and Country. Owner of Cosy and Country Victoria Hartley will be the leading star in a new series of exciting How To crafts and candle making videos for all levels.  The first video “Beginners […]

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Guía para principiantes sobre la fabricación de velas

We have launched a brand new ‘How To’ series in partnership with small candle making business Cosy & Country. We’re excited to bring you our first supporting guide for beginners looking to make their first candle. Making your first candle is a fun and enjoyable venture, one that has many people coming back for more […]

2k followers celebratory giveaway competition

2K followers! Celebratory GIVEAWAY competition

A huge thank you to each and everyone of our customers for your support. We have reached our 2k followers across Facebook and Instagram and we want to celebrate with you with a GIVEAWAY competition. You have an opportunity to win up to 10 fragrance oils up to the value of £30.00*. If you’d like […]

diy candle hacks

DIY Candle Hacks

Did you know that some scented candle makers only put the candle’s fragrance in the top ring? This is why many candles smell strongly in the shop but are underwhelming when you get them home. If you’ve had a problem with your candle where it hasn’t lasted for as long as you would have liked, […]

scent and

Scent and Relaxation

To help people try and relax, we have been looking into the connection between scent and relaxation. There are many different ways people can relax, from meditation and yoga, through to practising mindfulness. As well as the physical forms of relaxing, we decided to ask our customers what particular scents helped them feel calm. The […]

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