Enchanted Gifts is working with “Psychic Reader Rhonda”, this Christmas…
This is what we have on offer
Enchanted Gifts
Enchanted Faerie Draw with any purchase of $30.00 (excluding postage) or more
You will go in the draw to win one small woodland bronze faerie all the way from the UK first time in Australia…..
Rhonda Psychic Reading
Purchase $30.00 or more and receive 10% discount with “Psychic reader Rhonda”, or purchase two readings one for you and one for a friend and receive a “FREE” natural soap from Enchanted Gifts store.
Why not take advantage off these offers at once…..
Its the easy purchase $30.00 (excluding postage) and go in the draw to win a FREE bronze faerie value $36.50 includes FREE post
take advantage of 10% of a reading with Rhonda,
What a Christmas present ……
Why not join in the Christmas cheer and put a smile on someone’s face this Christmas….
In the mean time we have lots of specials in store with specials every week now till December, with the NEW ENCHANTED FAERIES arriving in 2 weeks…..
“Enchant your world with Gifts”
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Ξ September 13th, 2008 | → 0 Comments | ∇ health |
What its soapnut??
Introducing Soapnuts
A washing detergent that grows on trees…literally - soapnuts are an environmentally friendly sustainably produced, bio-degradable and compostable way of cleaning your laundry.
Grown wild in India, for centuries these nuts (sapindus mukorossi) have been used for many purposes including removing tarnish from jewellery and treating all sorts of ailments from contaminated soil to migraines to epilepsy. They are most widely recognised as being an effective and environmentally friendly natural detergent however can be used for a whole host of other uses - see our soapnut recipes page for details.
They are increasingly popular in Europe and the US, and Soap in a Nutshell are the first to bring these natural wonders direct from the Indian growers to environmentally aware Australians.
How do they work?
The nuts contain the active natural washing ingredient saponin. Similar to soap, when the shells of the soapnut come in contact with water the saponin is released and suds are produced - these are excellent for cleaning laundry and leaving it beautifully soft.
They are especially good for colours: because they don’t contain any whiteners or brighteners your colours will stay coloured for longer. Just pop 6-8 shells into a cotton bag (provided) and place in your washing machine.
They clean effectively however will not fragrance your laundry. If you prefer a fragrance use a couple of drops of essential oils either directly onto the nuts or in the dispenser drawer (front load).
The nuts can be used for 4-6 consecutive loads and then disposed either in the compost bin or normal bin. Because the soap nuts leave your laundry so soft there is no need to include softeners.
Finally because your laundry water will only contain pure natural ingredients compared to traditional detergents, it can much more usefully be reused as grey water to reduce water consumption (your garden and plants will thank you as well!)
FREE” Soapnut powder
You will get one 50gm pack of soapnut powder to try free in your home for washng or bathing in. This will give you approx 5 washes depending on load or 5 baths.
I would like to see what the general public think of the soapnut powder.
On the condition that you do a 5 minute survey for me and when done email the survey back to me.
PLEASE NOTE THIS IS ONLY FOR AUSTRALIAN PEOPLE ONLY very sorry for overseas people. Maybe someone in the USA might offer some FREE soapnut powder……
PLEASE NOTE ALSO this is OPEN to the FIRST 20 people that email us.
Why use soapnuts?
* allergy free
* environmentally friendly
* leave your clothes fresh and clean
* totally natural
* very economical
* excellent for the sensitive people in out society
* 100% renewable resource
* 100% compostable
What are Soapnuts
Sopanuts (sapindus mukorossi) grow on trees, they are a brown round nut, they are environmentally friendly and compostable. Grown in India, and other South Asian countries , they are a small fruit surrounded buy a firm shell like nuts. Its unique in the way it produces natural saponins, soap like product. The fruit ripens and falls to the ground then is harvested. NO! absolutely no chemical processing or manufacturing process is used. Soapnuts have been used for centuries.
This soap nut shell absorbs water and releases their saponins which circulate as a natural surfactant in the wash water, reducing the surface tension of the water and freeing dirt, grime and oils from the clothing.
When the clothes are rinsed, the soapnut saponins are washed downstream where they remain harmless to the environment. No synthetic chemicals, no fragrance chemicals, no foaming agents or other toxins. Just nut shells grown by nature.
Soapnuts have a wide variety of used, including washing your clothes, removing tarnish from jewelery, ailments such as migraines to epilepsy.
How do they work?
This soap nut shell absorbs water and releases their saponins which circulate as a natural surfactant in the wash water, reducing the surface tension of the water and freeing dirt, grime and oils from the clothing.
They are especially good for colours: because they don’t contain any whiteners or brighteners your colours will stay coloured for longer. Just pop 6-8 shells into a cotton bag (provided) and place in your washing machine.
These nuts will clean effectively however will not fragrance your laundry. If you prefer a fragrance use a couple of drops of essential oils either directly onto the nuts or in the dispenser drawer (front load).
The nuts can be used for 10 - 20 (one bag) consecutive loads and then disposed either in the compost bin or normal bin. Because the soap nuts leave your laundry so soft there is no need to include softeners.
Finally because your laundry water will only contain pure natural ingredients compared to traditional detergents, it can much more usefully be reused as grey water to reduce water consumption (your garden and plants will thank you as well!)
How to use soap nuts.
For Washing
Just pop 6 to 8 nuts (in a bag provided) will do 4 to 5 washes depending on your size load.
One bag of nuts you will get 10 to 20 washes depending on your load.
Fragrance add a few drops of your favourite essential oils
For bathing
Add one teaspoon of soap powder o a running bath for a nice relaxing soak. Add your favourite essential oils for a wonderful aroma.
TO MAKE SOAP NUTS LIQUID:
Boil 100g soap nuts with 12 cups (3L) of water for 30 minutes. When cooled, remove the soap nuts, and pour the liquid into an appropriate glass container. This will only keep for a couple of months in the fridge so dont make more then you can use.
All Purpose Cleaner
Keep the soap nuts liquid in a spray bottle and use to clean the bathroom, kitchen, floors, etc. Add a few drops of essential oil if you prefer a different scent.
Cleaning Jewellery
Soak your jewellery in the liquid for a few minutes. Use an old soft toothbrush to gently remove debris. Rinse with clean water and polish with a dry cloth.
Window and Glass Cleaner
Fill a spray bottle with 250mL water, 15mL vinegar and 15mL soap nuts liquid. Spray and wipe windows or mirrors clean. Polish with a dry cloth or newspaper.In the Dishwasher
Fill the soap dispenser with soap nuts liquid. Add vinegar as a rinse agent, and
Fill the soap dispenser with soap nuts liquid. Add vinegar as a rinse agent, and
your dishes will come out sparkling clean!
Liquid Hand Soap and Shampoo
Fill a squirt or pump bottle with the liquid and use to wash your hands or hair. Your
hair will come out soft and manageable.
Pet Shampoo
Add the liquid to a squirt or spray bottle to wash your pet’s fur. It will leave the fur soft and manageable.Plant Wash and Pest Repellent
Add 250mL water, 15mL soap nuts liquid and 15mL Neem oil (optional) to a clean spray bottle. Shake well. For plant wash, spray leaves and wipe clean. To repel pests, spray plant thoroughly, covering all surfaces and allow to air dry.
Hand Washing Silks and Delicates
Add 10mL 15mL (depending on load) soap nuts liquid to warm water. Gently wash your delicate clothes. Rinse with warm water and hang or lay flat to dry.
Spot Treatment
Add 30mL to 4L hot water and use in a portable steam cleaner. Works well for getting out urine smells and stains.
Why would you need anything more around your home! Save on not using chemicals and save on the environment and hip pocket!
Remember soapnuts are natural therefore you wont get the bubbles that your used to seeing when you use commercially made soaps and soap products !
Visit our store for more info;
www.enchanted-gifts.com.au
Long Wool Lambswool Floor Mats
The Australian Lambs wool rug is a soft warm and inviting mat.
Made from Australian Lambswool and chrome tanned in Australia, this mat should last 20 years with correct care and maintenance. It is washable and of the finest quality.
Large Available in White Only.
These rugs are 2″ to 3′ thick and measure;
Approx. Average Length: 36″ (910mm)#
Approx. Average Width Bottom : 25″ (620mm)#
Approx. Average Width Top : 16″ (400mm)#
Approx. Area: 5.5 - 6.5 sq.ft#. #(Sizes vary due to sheep size)
Extra Large Available in selected colours.These rugs are 2″ to 3′ thick and measure;
Approx. Average Length: 40″ (1010mm)#
Approx. Average Width Bottom : 27″ (690mm)#
Approx. Average Width Top : 20″ (500mm)#
Approx. Area: 6.5 - 7.0 sq.ft#. #(Sizes vary due to sheep size)
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Enchanted Gifts has a range of gifts for all the family from babies to the elderly. All Soaps are naturally made using only the finest Australian ingridents. The soaps are even yummy to wash your body in ive used the chocolate one and its really nice to wash your lushes body in.
All soaps form bubbles unlike some natural soaps that dont.
