10 Non-Traditional Uses for Crock Pots

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So you have an old slow cooker that is just collecting dust now that you have upgraded to an awesome Programmable Pot?

This Little Light of Mine:

Make some Hand-Dipped Taper Candles with the kiddos or go super classy with these Dip Dyed Pillar Candles. You can also whip up a new batch of votives- easy peasy.

Put Out That Old Flame:

Prefer to go flame-less? Use your slow cooker as a candle warmer.

Lye to Me:

cRock your pot by making Hot Process Lye Soap.

It’s Essential:

Make your own Essential Oils with your crockpot!

Color Your World:

Use a slow cooker to recycle old crayons and make your own!

Smooth Move:

Whip up a batch of Lotion Bars in your crockpot.

A Yarn to Tell:

Did you know you could totally use KoolAid to dye your own yarn in a slowcooker?

Rolling in the Dough:

Make your own Crockpot Play Dough!

DIY Makeover:

Remove the paint from your hardware for a fresh new look!

Freshen Up:

Make your own Slow Cooker Air Freshener or  Crockpot Potpourri.