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Tuesday, June 26, 2012

My Latest Over at Crafting a Green World: Wood Painting and Soap Carving

a round-up of non-toxic methods to paint and seal wooden toys

and a tutorial on setting up a soap carving activity for your kiddos
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Labels: bath and body, beeswax, children's art, Crafting a Green World, nature crafts, soap, tutorial

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