You need some me-time

$10 from Amazon, Kohl’s seasonal jobs and work-from-home opportunities [The Penny Hoarder]( [THEPENNYHOARDER.COM]( MONDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2017 We know you’ve probably been busy with “Full House” and “Family Matters” on Hulu all weekend, so let’s get you caught up with some money-making opportunities you might have missed (plus a bath bomb recipe to help you cope with Monday). Buy Yourself Something Nice Amazon wants you to try its streaming service, Music Unlimited. It wants you so bad, it’s offering a) a free trial, and b) a [$10 Amazon credit when you sign up](. No big surprise on the free trial — but the cash to shop on Amazon? Time to peruse your wish list… Kohl’s in Your Stocking Need some holiday spending money? Kohl’s is looking for a crap-ton of seasonal employees to fill roles for the holidays. Mark your calendar for Oct. 7, and head to a [Kohl’s job fair in one of more than 200 stores around the U.S](. From Avsiktlig to B IKEA has snapped up TaskRabbit — because apparently the company doesn’t want to assemble its own handyman branch. This should make it [easier for you to earn money off your enviable ability to put together the Swedish furniture]( without leftover screws. Don’t worry — no one will ask you how to pronounce Avsiktlig. You're the Worst Working from home is the dream for some people. It lets you sleep in, keep an eye on laundry, set your own schedule, skip mascara and stay in sweatpants all day. Unfortunately, lots of jerks swoop in to take advantage of that dream with a scam. Here are some of the [worst work-from-home scams]( — and what you should do instead: - Stuffing envelopes. You’ll pay an upfront fee and rarely get much actual work — i.e., no money. Instead, [set up passive income streams]( like cash-back apps or an e-course. - Assembly work. You’ll buy parts from the scammer upfront, and they’ll reject the products you assemble — again, no money. Instead, try [crafting]( or [freelance writing]( to cash in on your creativity. - Medical billing. These fraudsters ask for a $6,000 “licensing fee” to connect you with clients. It yields nothing; you make no money. Instead, [try transcription work]( to put your attention to detail to use and earn around $25 an hour. - Multi-level marketing. They’re not all pyramid schemes, but you’ll still have trouble making money with MLMs ([though some can nail it](. Instead, [create an online course]( that lets you connect with people and improve their lives. Project of the Day DIY Bath Bombs: Making yourself feel like a million bucks shouldn’t actually cost a million bucks. [Make your own customized both bombs]( to save hundreds of dollars a year on your much-deserved me-time. [bath bombs]( Yield: about six large or 12 small bath bombs Supplies You’ll need to have these supplies on hand: - Metal or glass mixing bowls, one large and one small - Whisk - Molds — These could be muffin tins, ice cube trays, silicone baking molds, measuring cups or small food containers. - Spray bottle Ingredients - 1 cup citric acid: $2.50 (You can find it in bulk on Amazon or in the canning section of some grocery stores.) - 2 cups baking soda: $2.38 - ½ cup of cornstarch or ½ tablespoon oil: approx. 12 cents to 75 cents (Any oil is fine — olive, jojoba, coconut, etc.) - 15 to 30 drops of essential oils: 38 cents (You can buy them online, at health food stores or some pharmacies. You could also substitute flavoring extracts, like vanilla or coconut.) - 15 to 20 drops of food coloring (optional): 11 cents - Water or witch hazel: 0 to 5 cents Total cost: $5.49 to $6.17 Price per bath bomb: 48 cents to 97 cents Directions To see how it looks, [follow along with the video instructions here]( - In a large bowl, whisk the dry ingredients until thoroughly combined. - In a small bowl, mix the oil (if using), essential oil and food coloring until they’re blended. - Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients. Quickly mix with your hands before the dry mixture has a chance to fizz. - Use the spray bottle to add water or witch hazel one spray at a time, mixing well between sprays. The mixture should be crumbly but hold its shape when you squeeze it together. - Pack the mixture firmly into the molds. - Let them dry in a cool, dry place overnight up to 24 hours. Note: Humidity will affect drying time. - Once dry, remove them from the molds, and store in an airtight container for up to three weeks. While bath bombs never “go bad,” they do lose their fizzing power over time. Now, dim the lights, pour a glass of wine, and slip into paradise for a few minutes while the kids sleep. Until tomorrow! The Penny Hoarder | 300 1st Ave S, Suite 400 | Saint Petersburg, Florida 33701 | United States You can [update your mailing preferences here]( or [unsubscribe]( from all email from The Penny Hoarder. Questions? View our Privacy Policy. Having trouble reading this email? You can [view it online](. Like what you're seeing? Go old-school and [share this]( someone you like. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -