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Soap Calculator Well after my mistake I entered the recipe into the soap calculator and as I was doing so I realized that when I doubled the recipe. I did not double the lye. Let me tell you it was a big mess... My hubby and I played around with the soap calculator and let me tell you it is the...

Hi. I made my first boo boo and it was such a "I can't believe I did that mistake." I made my batch but forgot to reduce water to take into account the fragrance. When I was mixing I got to what I thought was trace, then added the fragrance and everything got soupy. What can I do to this soupy...

I read something somewhere about the differences in Coconut Oil but I don't remember exactly what it was that I read. I have been using a pricey Coconut Oil I bought. It is labeled as a vegetarian dietary supplement. It smells really good and has a list of No artificial color, sweetener...

Hi. I am new to soapmaking and have been enjoying the experience so far. For my second batch I used Coco to color my soap but I left it unscented. I bought some additional spices that I would like to use for color: Ground Mustard, Turmeric, Paprika, and Ground Ginger. I was wondering if I leave...

Powdered Chocolate in Mine I just made my first batch of Chocolate Soap. I used the powdered coco and added it into a bit of the oil which I whizzed with my stick blender. It smelled like a nice cup of hot chocolate and was a nice dark color in the mold. Hope it turns out well and hope your...

Thank you! I appreciate the replies. That is exactly the kind of information I needed. I have a set up on my mind of my booth and products, but i wasn't sure exactly what they wanted to hear. Just needed to write what was up there onto paper. Sometimes you just ant see he obvious. Thanks again...

I love Peaks. I bought their Candle Making Kit, along with some other supplies. I also found their Cold Process Soap Making instructions very helpful. LeAnn Twisty Stitches http://twistystitches.biz

Good lucky Ruby. I am applying for my local farmers market as well. Let us know how it goes. LeAnn Http://twistystitches.biz

Thank you I love hearing about the experience that others have had. My first show (hopefully) will be in September and it helps to hear what works and what doesn't for others. Thank you LeAnn Http://twistystitches.biz

I am filing out my first application for a show and they ask me to describe my booth set up and items. Any suggestions. I don't have a problem describing my items but what are they looking for me to tell them about booth set ups? I have never entered a show before. Thank you, LeAnn

That's good to know That is one thing I am going to have to do, get more familiar with my Paypal swipe. I am so glad that I have found this site. You guys are a font of valuable information. LeAnn (Owner) Twisty Stitches Http:// twistystitches.biz

Wow! A big thank you... Thank you for the wonderful info and tips in your post. My goal is besides my website to build up stock and hit a show or two around the holidays (Christmas). The info you shared was very helpful. A lot of the scents you mentioned we're ones I was going to use so that...

As of today I am a new business owner. I sell arts and crafts online and I work in a variety of media. I sew, paint, make ornaments, candles, and am looking to getting into the world of soap. Ya'll have so many great ideas and I look forward to learning all I can from this group. thanks...