Friday, June 13, 2014

Peter Rabbit's "Bedtime Blend" Chamomile Bath Powders ~ DIY


"His mother put him to bed, and made some camomile..."
The Tale of Peter Rabbit by Beatrix Potter


As chamomile was often the herb used to calm many of Peter Rabbit's calamities (since it is gentle and safe for little ones), it should come as no surprise that Mrs. Rabbit also used it during his bedtime bath routine. She had all three simple ingredients in her pantry so this was her favorite recipe (inspiration was found in this book). Here is how she prepared it (though I am not quite sure that she used a blender):


Place 4 cups of oatmeal in a large jar or bowl. Oatmeal is a very gentle cleanser that contains saponins. It gives that foamy sensation that helps to lift dirt and oil from the skin making it an excellent natural choice for those with sensitive skin.


Add 1/2 cup of cornstarch which is a soft skin soother (organic is preferred as most corn products are GMO).


Then add 1 cup of dried chamomile flowers. This herb has many health benefits but for this recipe we are focusing on the fact that it boasts skin healing properties. Chamomile soothes rashes (such as eczema), minors burns and reduces skin inflammation. The bonus is that it is also known to be relaxing. 





Place all three of your ingredients together in a blender and pulse until smooth. (This is just too easy!)


Your bedtime bath powder is now ready! Place 1/2 cup into your bath as you fill it up or scoop mixture inside muslin bags and place under your flowing bath faucet. And remember, us old folks could benefit from a soothing and stress-releiving chamomile soak as well!


To make this into a sweet gift, pour bath powders into a mason jar (the blue ones would be darling!) or vintage milk bottle, decorate the lid (we used a fabric scrap and twine), attach our label (two versions shared below) and add a Gift Tag.


You may also want to include our Peter Rabbit Room SprayPeter Rabbit Bookmarks and other "Peter" related projects which are found here. All compliments of Mrs. Rabbit of course!

16 comments:

  1. This is wonderful thank you for sharing. I am trying to make my home more chemical free and I dislike the thought of soaking I rash chemicals so this is perfect.

    Blessings to you x

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    1. Wonderful! I hope you like it! Thanks for sharing Laura :)

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  2. Thank you for sharing this recipe! I am making a note of it for future use. : )

    -Sarah

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  3. I want to cry...this is just in time Jes! The chickenpox virus has hit in our home. Thank you!

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  4. I have a large bag of cham. on my table with this earmarked for this weekend as one of the many projects. Thanks for the encouragement in your post. Dawn

    I love the gingham.

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    1. How fun! Hope you enjoy making it :) Thanks for taking the time to comment!

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  5. Such a nice project. I am thinking this would make a wonderful gift, too. I am looking forward to using this. My littlest one gets diaper rash so easily. This might sooth his itchy uncomfortable skin. Thank you for sharing!

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  6. Beautiful post! I chose this as a feature at our HomeAcre Hop! Thank you for sharing.

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  7. Another favorite for From the Farm blog hop, right here on your wonderful blog! Thanks so much for sharing!

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  8. great site...thanks

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  9. Thanks so much for this great recipe! Will this clog my drain if I don't use a muslin bag?

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    1. Being that it is blended, I don't have this problem but if you have sensitive plumbing then a bath bag would be better. Or simply tie up the ingredients in scraps of fabric or hankies with a bit of twine (and attach a tag if it is a gift). Have a lovely weekend! :)

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  10. Hi guys,
    Thank you so much for this wonderful article really!
    If someone want to know more about Peter Rabbit I think this is the right place for you!

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