Vinyl Mnky

Vinyl Mnky is a music subscription service. They sent me a record to try out.

Each month, members get:

• One breakthrough record of the month
• Custom add on specific to the artist and album
• Original write up of the breakthrough album
• Members only discount to the Marketplace

The vinyl record I got was the debut LP from Aquillo, “Silhouttes”. Aquillo has an electronic soft rock sound. The note they wrote was reecommened I check out the song she “Sorry” and “You Won’t Know Where You Stand”.

I also got got an autographed lithograph which I though was nice since I collectvaufographed albuns.

Monthly Membership arts att $30 and shipping is free. If you want to learn more about Vinyl Mnky, you can visit their website.

How to Make Vegan Products

Want to make handmade products that are vegan to sell on Etsy? I always try to make sure my products are vegan and cruelty free. These are some tips I use:

Source your materials.

When finding materials, check to make sure they are vegan. Do they use leather? Do they use beeswax or animal products? When bookbinding. I make sure not to use beeswax in my products.

Check if an item is tested on animals.

Do they test on animals? Are they organic? Make sure they don’t test on animals, especially with beauty products.

Ask if something is vegan.

If you are not sure if a product is vegan, ask the shop owner or email the company. It doesn’t hurt to ask or double check.

Make a note that your products are vegan.

In your policies or about page, mention your products are vegan and don’t use animal products.

What are your best tips for making vegan products?

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How to Make Your Own Body Scrub

I got sent a few beauty recipes to try out. This tutorial will show you how to create your own body scrub with just a few simple ingredients.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup sea salt
• 1/2 cup Epsom salt
• 1/4 cup finely ground cornmeal
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• Essential oils: Use 3 drops peppermint oil with 5 drops lavender oil for a “for her” salt scrub. Use 10-12 drops of sandalwood or Thieves essential oil for a “for him” salt scrub.
• Optional ingredients: Use 2 ground bay leaves for a “for him” salt scrub. You can also add a couple drops coconut oil or vitamin E oil.

Instructions:

1. Mix all ingredients well.

2. Store in reusable glass jar with a tight fitting lid.

To use: Apply salt scrub to a clean body. Relax for 10-15 minutes with the salt scrub on. Rinse off and pat dry.

This scrub has many benefits. The sea salt will open the pores and Epsom salt will pull toxins and restore magnesium. The essential oils and herbs give benefits to the skin.

I really liked this salt scrub. I used it on my body when I took a bath after dry brushing to help release toxins. I also use it on my hands. I love the scent and way it makes me feel.

Let me know if you try this out. Have you ever tried making your own homemade beauty products?

10 Ways to Organize Finances

Finances are important to keep organized, whether it ia for business or personal.These are some tips I try to use.

1. Keep your money organized in one place. Use Mint or Learnvest to look at all your banks, credit cards in one application.
2. Set a budget. Budgets can be helpful. See how much money you make and set a daily budget and a budget for different items
3. Pay with cash when you can. Carry cash in your wallet.
4. It may sound silly, but keeping a nice wallet can help you stay more organized and even help you make more money. Find a wallet you love.
5. Sign up to get statements electronically to save paper.
6. If you prefer paper statements, make sure to save them in a file folder dedicated to finances. Backup a copy of important files electronically.
7. Pay bills on time. Write in your calendar when a bill is due and set reminders the day before so you are not late.
8. Pay off debt. Make a plan to pay off debt. The snowball method is a great method to use. One of my main goals this year is to get rid of all my debt. With the right plan, debt is possible to pay off.
9. Save money. Set a seperate bank account for your savings. Use an application like Acorns to automatically save money.
10. Ask for a raise. You deserve it! Or get an extra job to make more money.

What are are your best money saving and organization tips?