How to Make Bath Bags

For a relaxing soak in the tub, try adding a bath bag. This is a small satchel of soothing ingredients to make your soak more luxurious and pleasant. A bath bag can be a thoughtful homemade gift or a stress-free indulgence for you. Simply drop the finished bag into a hot bath.

Things You'll Need

• 10-inch circle of calico fabric
• 3 tbsp. bath salt or Epsom salts
• 3 tbsp. dried lavender
• 1 tbsp. rolled oats
• Elastic band or string
• Ribbon (optional)

Instructions

1. Cut out a circle of the fabric that measures 10 inches in diameter.

2. Mix together the bath salts, lavender and oats.

3. Place the mixture in a pile in the center of the fabric circle.

4. Pull the fabric tightly around the mix, and secure it into a bundle with an elastic band or tie it off with string.

5. Tie a piece of decorative ribbon around the top of the bag if you wish.

Tips & Warnings

• Add other ingredients, such as whole cloves or seaweed, to the bath salt and oats.

• Use pinking shears to make a decorative edge around the fabric circle.