SassyLady Posted September 3, 2006 Share Posted September 3, 2006 Hi ya'll,I've lurked for many moons, but just had to say thank you for all the information you have provided through tutorials ( I used Shannon's crock pot method) and sharing your experiences.I made a very simple recipe with stuff I had on hand, no scent or color.Coconut 30%Olive oil 30%Hydro. Soy 35%Caster Oil 5%Both my DH and my dogs have sensitive skin, so this is for them. Tonite or tomorrow I will soap again, I'm currently playing on soapcalc, which is addictive!!!My DH was just rolling his eyes as I danced around the kitchen after unmolding my soap. He thinks I'm nuts, but that's nothing new. Anyway, I just wanted to say "HI" and thanks to all of you.Edited to add pics!!!Lisa:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marika Posted September 3, 2006 Share Posted September 3, 2006 WE WANT PICS!!!!Mariwho has yet to venture into cp territory Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CareBear Posted September 3, 2006 Share Posted September 3, 2006 Sassy I am so proud of you! And I don't even know you so you know it must be pretty intense! It's best IMHO to start with no FO - keep things simple at first! And you will be making 4 color, 3-FO soaps before you know it!===============Markia I read your siggy-line: Stop Lurking In CP-land And Leap In Head First!!! I'll walk you through it step by step if you want - you can do it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eugenia Posted September 4, 2006 Share Posted September 4, 2006 Welcome Lisa. The soapbug bites really HARD. Some get it worse than others. What category are you in, LOL? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denise2456 Posted September 4, 2006 Share Posted September 4, 2006 Hi and Welcome to the Soaping Addiction. That's ashame Mr. Hubby don't share the happiness in making a successful batch of soap. Well you can always come here to people that understands you. And Congrat. Also we love pics too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skg Posted September 4, 2006 Share Posted September 4, 2006 I've done that dance!! LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soapmaker Man Posted September 4, 2006 Share Posted September 4, 2006 Welcome to CT Lisa!I am the occasional male soaper to the soapmaking forums! There are a few of us guys who are into the craft of soapmaking! I was bit by the bug last November, and have been churning out soap ever since last December! I read every day that I could for at least 45 days every soapmaking site I could find! LOL When the "soap" bug hits, there is no known antidote for it! My wife is like most husbands, just really doesn't care in the process of soapmaking; she just loves my goat milk soaps though! Welcome to our addiction! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scented Posted September 4, 2006 Share Posted September 4, 2006 Welcome to the board! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carriegsxr6 Posted September 4, 2006 Share Posted September 4, 2006 woohooo, great job. Those bars came out beautiful..... Great combination of oils too. They should bubble like crazy and the hydro. soy makes a great hard white bar. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SassyLady Posted September 4, 2006 Author Share Posted September 4, 2006 Thanks for the warm words of encouragement!!! I already knew you guys are great just from the large amounts of time I've spent reading here for the last few months, but it's nice to have it directed towards me. I'm probably gonna get up early to head to WallyWorld to pick up a new scale that measures in grams, as mine is only ounces. Thankfully, my 2 lb batch came out right as rain. I'll be soaping on my unLabor Day! My box from MMS should make it to my job on Tuesday, so more soaping that night!!What do those of you who don't sell do with all of your soap??? I mean, you can only use so much soap!!!LOLI am planning on giving soap and candles for Christmas gifts this year (I just realized I've been lurking since this time last year on the candle side---holy cow, time flies.). I guess each batch that turns out well could be stockpiled (minus test bars for moi).Lisa:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brenda Posted September 4, 2006 Share Posted September 4, 2006 Welcome to soaping, Lisa! I loved seeing pictures of your first soaps. There is something special about that first batch that spurs you to another and another and another....You are going to have a great time. So are your family and friends who are going to get some fantastic soaps. They'll be converted! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brandyanne Posted September 4, 2006 Share Posted September 4, 2006 I have yet to try soaping except fo M&P - I have read a lot here to try to learn but I am stumped- what is hydro. soy? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kymber Posted September 4, 2006 Share Posted September 4, 2006 Very nice soaps! Soaping is so addictive! I would rather make soap then anything else and am now getting behind on my "anything elses" LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eugenia Posted September 4, 2006 Share Posted September 4, 2006 Lisa, those bars look fantastic! The first of many. Great job! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LovelyLathers Posted September 4, 2006 Share Posted September 4, 2006 Very nice job, they look nice and creamy. Welcome to the addiction! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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