Calendula Bath Bombs

For this Mother's day we decided to try a fun, unique DIY craft- Bath Bombs. They are a ton of fun to make and satisfying to drop into the bath. These petal-laden bath bombs are exploding with essential oils, and our very own Calendula flowers. So grab your Mom or a friend and get ready to get your hands dirty making these unique, relaxing, and entertaining bathroom essentials.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 Cup Baking Soda
• 1/4 Cup Epsom Salts
• 1/4 Cup Citric Acid
• 1/2 Tsp Water
• 1 1/2 Tsp Olive Oil
• 5-10 Drops Sweet Orange Essential Oil
• 1/4 Cup Dried Calendula Petals
• Bath Bomb Molds

*Makes 3-6 Bath Bombs (depending on size of mold)

Instructions:

1. Gather two bowls. In one bowl combine all the dry ingredients and mix thoroughly. In the other bowl combine all the wet ingredients and mix.
2. Slowly pour the liquid mix over the dry ingredients and whisk.
3. Test the texture by grabbing a handful and squeezing. If it holds, then move on. If too wet or dry add additional baking soda or water until desired firm consistency. *Note-do not overdue extra water-it will cause an early fizzy reaction, and the bath bombs will not form to the mold properly.
4. Add Calendula petals and mix with hands.
5. Fill each side of the molds, making sure there is no extra space.
6. Add a little extra to one half of a mold, and then firmly press the two halves together for 10-30 seconds.
7. Gently pull off the molds, one half at a time, and place on wax paper to dry for 24 hours.
8. Drop into your warm luxurious bath, and enjoy the fizzle of your hand-made bath bomb.