I first learned of food Wraps on a Permaculture in the kitchen video in 2014. I began by making them for friends and family. Then started doing a few shows a year. In 2019 I began doing markets and festivals as my main focus. I am thrilled to be able to share an alternative to plastic in our everyday lives.
Gaia Wraps are made out of 100% cotton fabric infused with a blend of beeswax, pine resin and coconut oil. They can be washed with mild soap and warm water.
I am happy to make wraps for my community and friends. I also understand that some folks would prefer to make their own. I am supportive of open source education and love to share my knowledge. My recipe is below...
Cotton Fabric
700 grams beeswax
70 grams pine rosin (I prefer the pebbles)
10 grams of coconut oil
I use an electric skillet to melt the wax then weigh it into a small slow cooker on low temp. I add the oil and rosin and stir occasionally till the rosin has melted.
Using a ladle I pour the wax onto fabric folded to fit the surface of an electric griddle. Using a fork I spread the wax around until evenly distributed. I unfold the fabric and make sure the coverage is even and hang to cool.
Gaia Wraps are made out of 100% cotton fabric infused with a blend of beeswax, pine resin and coconut oil. They can be washed with mild soap and warm water.
I am happy to make wraps for my community and friends. I also understand that some folks would prefer to make their own. I am supportive of open source education and love to share my knowledge. My recipe is below...
Cotton Fabric
700 grams beeswax
70 grams pine rosin (I prefer the pebbles)
10 grams of coconut oil
I use an electric skillet to melt the wax then weigh it into a small slow cooker on low temp. I add the oil and rosin and stir occasionally till the rosin has melted.
Using a ladle I pour the wax onto fabric folded to fit the surface of an electric griddle. Using a fork I spread the wax around until evenly distributed. I unfold the fabric and make sure the coverage is even and hang to cool.