Recent content by crysvan

I made a 60% OO soap with 20% CO and 20% PO, I poured it in heavy trace, immediately stuck it in the fridge for 24 hrs, then kept it in room temp for another 24 hours. Now, I went to see if I can cut it and I had the same exact problem as you have described so I stopped cutting the rest. I think...

I was pleasantly surprised to see this at the Dollar Tree. Ive seen some people use it and Ive been wanting one as the extra long spout will allow more precise pouring .. I know Brambleberry has one for more $$. Just thought of passing along the savings for anyone interested :) PS. Has...

pretty!

looks yummy!

my first batch of soap is HP with 30% store bought lard. It smelled faintly of bacon too but after a few days the bacony smell has dissipitated.. whew i was concerned too lol

the soaps are so pretty!!

Thank you!!! :)

hi guys, sorry if this has been answered before, I've been reading how tussah silk can impart a silky feel to soap and I am wanting to try it. I am just a little unsure what to buy.. I've been browsing around and saw this: Paradise Fibers Bleached Tussah Silk Noil GRADE A Will that work...

very nice color combo!

that looks really yummy!

Looks so yummy!

Hello!! Good cold morning BRRRR. I am from the Twin Cities too :) I got into soapmaking probably about a month ago, been reading books from the library, watching YT videos and reading forums. I suggest you start with something basic. No colorants, no additives, just the basic ingredients - lye...

haha how adorable!

Thank you! and thanks for the suggestion! :)

I have the same exact printer as yours :) And I've been meaning to mod it for a CIS system for some time now. May I know where you got the ink and the system?