Recent content by lizvang

I didn't really insulate this batch actually so that's likely the reason for the white. I had loose cardboard over the top and put it in the oven to keep it away from the animals. What's the best way to tidy up a soap? I seem to be making a hot mess of suds and whatnot and having to rinse under...

Hello! I made this batch of tea tree oil soap but the tops are white. Soda ash? Should I have spritzed with rubbing alcohol after pouring into mold? Also, the only colour used was green oxide, the "cream" is natural and I'm wondering why I have spots on the soap. Maybe from cutting (I...

Thanks! A savings of about $33 which is better than a kick in the pants. $153.00 USD at the US site ($175 CAD) $141.84 CAD at Canadian site That's for 2 x 5 lb. basic soap mold with liner + shipping.

Searching high and low I just can't seem to find a wooden load soap mold with a silicone liner anywhere within Canada. My Google-Fu is failing me! I would love a 5lb mold (or between 3 and 5) like what NurtureSoap Supplies has (link below) but the shipping costs about as much as the mold ($43...

Is there any reference to that on the "rules" site? As far as I can see, there isn't. For aesthetics sake, I'd like to keep mine on the side, but if I *have* to, I'll redesign.

My eyes are bleeding! I suppose I can go either or but there is no definitive "list" that is regulated and updated by the INCI folks which is a bit maddening. Question about weight labelling that I am not too clear on. I'm doing a cigar band (as you've seen in my post) and was wondering if...

INCI Confusion Getting super confused with INCI stuff online. There doesn't seem to be one big reference site that is up to date on the Health Canada website or anywhere else. Also, I'm seeing reference to two different ways I can label. One that includes sodium hydroxide and one that...

Thanks coffeetime. I just bookmarked some sites to look over tomorrow. In my year of soaping research I didn't know half the stuff that was mandatory (no font size minimum BTW).

Thanks Katie!!!

I have FINALLY finished my cigar label design and logo. After months of procrastination and finickiness, I have created something that I believe I am going to love not only now, but in the future! Feedback definitely welcome. Can someone also let me know if the 'common' names for my...

I can try to force my Staples to order in something that the US has. It's worth a try any way! Thanks!

Just checked out Scholar's Choice and gave the local shop a call. They have Manilla paper. http://teachers.scholarschoice.ca/catalog/product/view/id/17178/s/9-x-12-manilla-paper/ Will keep looking!

1st was the Pumpkin Spice soap (with real pumpkin puree). 2nd was an Apple Cider soap (apple cider in lieu of water). Really happy with them both. They smell nice and lather great. Not bad for my first time! Just ordered some new EO/FOs from NDA that I can pick up on Monday for my Christmas soaps!

I am looking for 8.5 x 11 Kraft paper to print with at home for my cigar labels. It can't be too thick since I have a HP Deskjet F4180 (ink jet). I just can't seem to find a store that carries any. Michaels, Staples, Office Depot, Walmart, etc. There's Amazon.com but they don't ship that...

I'd like to know too!