Homemade Gifts:
Candy Cane Bath Salts

In honor of the holiday season, the series “Homemade Gifts” continues with a recipe for Candy Cane Bath Salts. This is a lovely scented gift, wonderful to give to anyone on the children’s gift list.

Ingredients

2 C. Epsom salts
1/2 C. sea salt
4 to 6 drops peppermint oil
2 to 3 drops red food coloring

Directions:

1. Place one cup of Epsom and 1/4 cup sea salt in a bowl or re-sealable plastic bag.

2. Add 2 to 3 drops peppermint oil.

3. Place the remaining ingredients in a second bowl.

4. Mix all ingredients well.

5. Layer the red and white salts in a clear bottle or jar, tilting the bottle or jar as you fill it.

6. Tie with a ribbon and some small candy canes.

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