It would be lovely for an afghan to be lightly scented while I was snuggled under it. Maybe. But not while I was making it. Maybe unscented yarn, then an occasional linen spray when you want scent?
My husband was a little shocked that I use lye to make soap. He thought people stopped using lye to make it. I explained how soap is made, but I think it's time for him to actually watch me make a batch.