6 Crazy Things You Can Do With a Crock-Pot Besides Cooking Food

You may love cooking mouthwatering mac 'n' cheese and delicious brownies in your Crock-Pot, but did you know that slow-cooker of yours is also great for non-food recipes? Yup, this amazing countertop machine is even more multifaceted than you thought. Check out these 6 D.I.Y. projects your Crock-Pot can whip up in no time.

DIY Crafts for Your Crock-Pot

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Candles

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Buying candles is so last year. Make them! Here's how.

Play Dough

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Using ingredients you already have in your cupboard, make some Crock-Pot play dough.

Potpourri

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In 10 minutes, your Crock-Pot can make the most amazing smelling apple-cinnamon potpourri.

Soap

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Homemade soap makes a lovely gift. Using olive oil and coconut, this slow-cooker soap recipe is divine.

Dye yarn

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Did you know you can dye yarn in your crock-pot using Kool-Aid? Because you can. And it's super fun.

Chemical-Free Paint Stripper

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Use an old Crock-Pot or a liner to strip paint with water. It's beyond easy and chemical-free.