tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-49002386836132298552024-03-12T16:00:26.788-07:00Soapylove Daily DittiesWelcome to Soapylove Daily Ditties!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03799077223560428655noreply@blogger.comBlogger360125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4900238683613229855.post-34961518834702855522016-04-13T16:04:00.000-07:002016-04-14T13:38:19.197-07:00Soapy artist discovery - Kazumi Kinoshita of Aromatica Labo<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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Thanks to the wonders of Pinterest, today I was introduced to the incredible artistry of Kazumi Kinoshita in Japan. From what I gather on her site, called <a href="http://ameblo.jp/aromatica-labo/" target="_blank">Aromatica Labo</a>, she is a soap teacher in both glycerin and cold process forms. As you can see from the photos from <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/aromatica2063/" target="_blank">her Pinterest page</a> above, she has a huge range of styles and techniques. It's just amazing!<br />
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Her site is in Japanese and the translations are not perfect, so I just want to share some of her photos with you. <br />
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I love how she uses the softest colors, and the addition of some texture. Such a beautiful use of light in her soaps!</div>
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I am so in awe of her color combinations! It's like a painting!<br />
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And then there's this, which I have no idea about! All I know is that it makes me happy to look at! <br />
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The amazingness goes on and on. You must see for yourself! Start with <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/aromatica2063/" target="_blank">her Pinterest page</a>. It's breathtaking!!<br />
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If you’ve been visiting the Soapylove <a href="https://www.facebook.com/soapylove/" target="_blank">Facebook page</a> lately,
you know that I’ve been seriously crushing on the <a href="http://studiodiy.com/">DIY Studio blog</a>!! The tag line is “Make Life a Party.” Say no more, right?! Kelly, the adorable woman behind the blog,
has incredible tutorials and stylish inspiration. I could go on and on. But you should check it out and get on her
super fun mailing list. Your inbox will
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Yesterday she posted a tutorial for DIY ombre glassware. So pretty!
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Which reminds me – you can get this beautiful faded effect
quite simply in glycerin soap! A tilt of
the mold is all it takes. In conjunction
with The Nova Studio, here is the <a href="https://thenovastudio.com/free-ombre-melt-pour-soap-tutorial/" target="_blank">Soapylove Ombre Soap Tutorial</a>. Enjoy!
(And if you have any questions or comments, please post them below!)<o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="font-family: "fontin" , serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">It’s so fun when a
fashion trend translates perfectly into glycerin soap crafting! Like the
“ombre” effect, which is a pretty color fade that is being used in everything
from dip dyed shorts to hair color effects. Getting a perfect fade in soap
might seem tricky, but with a simple technique you’ll get gorgeous results
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a very elegant wedding or bridal shower favor, or a pretty way to add color to
enhance your fragrance choice. This is also a handy technique to add to more
complex designs!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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small amount of clear soap with mica powder. The powder must be dissolved
before adding to soap or else it will clump. To do this, spray some alcohol in
a small paper cup (about ½ teaspoon). Stir in a pinch of mica powder and stir
well. Melt 1 oz of clear soap base. Pour into the cup of mica solution and stir
well. For this effect, I suggest using less color than you think you should. A
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so thin that you must be super careful that your white soap is not too hot.
Melt 12 oz of white soap base. Stir in 1 mL of fragrance oil per bar of soap
you are making. Allow to cool in cup until thickened, spray hardened soap in
mold with alcohol, and top off with white soap.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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One thing that really tickles me when people make soap is how magical it seems! From stirring in the color and watching it swirl into the soap, to choosing fragrance (which is a very personal decision!), and then the fun of popping a soap out and admiring their work. The whole process is exciting and entertaining (as you'll see with my friend Alison)! <br />
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Get everyone outside and make something useful and creative. For the full instructions, check out <a href="https://thenovastudio.com/product/soapylove-ezine-issue-2-summer-2009/" target="_blank">Let's Get Soapy</a> which includes your supply list and ideas for party themes. From birthdays to bridal showers, this party idea will make you the hostess with the mostess!<br />
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I came across this awesome little gif on Pinterest and just had to share! My love of pops goes well beyond soaps (as you can see on my <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/thebeesd/pop-love/" target="_blank">Pop Love Pinterest board</a>), and this really tickled me! Hope you enjoy it, too. <br />
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P.S. Go to <a href="http://www.adrian-gidi.com/" target="_blank">Adrian & Gidi</a> for more amazing paper art!<br />
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Do you love those bright, clear colors in glycerin soap? I sure do, but they have their limits! A Soapyfan just learned about one of them and wrote to me: </div>
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Sadly, I know exactly what she means. When I made this rainbow soap, I had just ordered an assortment of <a href="https://www.brambleberry.com/LabColors-C173.aspx?ps=12&p=0" target="_blank">Labcolors</a> and wanted to use every shade in every soap I made! The colors were so gorgeous and the clear colors were beyond lovely. I even took a picture right away (the one above), posted it on Etsy, and sold a whole bunch right away. I was so excited!</div>
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But lo and behold, a couple of days later, I noticed my crisp layers were getting blurry. The colors were bleeding together! So here’s what I told her:</div>
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<i>The trick to making the colors stick is using non-bleeding colors. There are two types of colorants - dyes and pigments. Dyes bleed (even some micas are dyed and the colors will bleed) or pigments which are colored powders that don't bleed. If you go to <a href="http://soapqueen.com/">Soapqueen.com</a> and search "non-bleeding colors" you will find several articles about them. Brambleberry is great about indicating on their colorant listings whether the color bleeds or not. <a href="https://www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/tips-and-tricks/bramble-berrys-non-bleeding-colors/">https://www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/tips-and-tricks/bramble-berrys-non-bleeding-colors/</a></i></blockquote>
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Glycerin soap is an amazing medium for creating layers. I always wanted to make a jaw-breaker soap but struggled with the process. Then, a few years ago, Anne-Marie Faiola (the Soap Queen), was working on a layers theme post for the <a href="http://www.soapqueen.com/" target="_blank"><b>Bramble Berry blog</b></a> and invited me to contribute a soap design. <br />
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At the time, my son was enjoying Legos (using my Legos that my mother lovingly kept), and I realized how amazing these plastic building bricks would be to build a soap mold! Leak proof, heat resistant, and totally modular! Although this project requires a lot of time, it's not difficult. Simply create a tiny square then embed it, building layer upon layer, rebuilding your mold as you go. Although cutting into it is a tad nerve-racking, the thrill of seeing the layers is worth the effort!! Here's the visual graphic, and the steps are beneath. Come to <a href="https://www.facebook.com/soapylove" target="_blank"><b>my Facebook page</b></a> to discuss or show off your version!<br />
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1. Set up first cavity, making walls enclosing 4 raised dots (or a "2x2"). Make walls 3 bricks high. You will only fill to 2 bricks high to make a cube.<br />
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2. Fill to top of 2nd brick with white soap. Allow to harden, then break walls to release white cube.<br />
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4. Build next box enclosing 3x3 dots. Walls should be 4 bricks high. Fill with 2nd color to 1/2 brick high. Let harden. This will be the floor your white cube will sit on.<br />
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5. Put in white cube. Spray with alcohol and top off with 2nd color, to 3 bricks high.<br />
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6. Here's what it looks like with the white cube covered in red soap.<br />
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7. Break walls, pulling bricks off of soap.<br />
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8. Trim off these lego indentations.<br />
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10. Repeat and repeat, every time making your box 1 row wider and taller.<br />
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11. Here is my almost finished cube. It is 5 layers thick.<br />
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Main photo: Here's the finished soap, all cut up into neat angles to show the layers.<br />
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(Would you like more Soapylove projects? Head to <a href="http://soapylove.com/"><b>soapylove.com</b></a> for the entire library!)</div>
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When I started making glycerin soaps, I wanted to get lots of detail into my designs. I used exacto knives and toothpicks to cut pieces of soap into fancy shapes like birds, silhouettes, tiny tiles... you name it. I loved doing it but even then there were so many looks I couldn't achieve.<br />
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I used chocolate transfer paper, which was fun but colors will bleed since it's made of food coloring.<br />
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I saw soap designs with photographs in them and was pretty excited until I found out they were using sheets of acetate or plastic which didn't sound very skin friendly (hello, sharp edges and corners!). My quest continued.<br />
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Then I heard about dissolving paper. I was intrigued but read about people using hairspray to set the ink so it wouldn't bleed, and even then it was very problematic. But it sounded like the best material, so I tried it. <br />
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Well, let's just say that once I figured out the nuances of embed paper, I was hooked! I created an entire soap collection around this material because I loved it so much. It's perfect for making logo soaps, wedding favors (photos of the happy couple!), and combined with other soap techniques it's a show stopper.<br />
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<li>Use a laser printer!! Ink jet printer ink will dissolve into a fuzzy blob! Not pretty!</li>
<li>Only use graphics with the designer's permission. Personal photos are great, but celebrity pics will get you in trouble. The world of <a href="https://www.etsy.com/search?q=clipart" target="_blank">digital clip art</a> is vast and affordable. Just check the artist's rules about using them if you plan to sell your gorgeous creations. </li>
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If you'd like to learn more - from printing tips to a step-by-step project - check out <a href="https://thenovastudio.com/product/soapylove-ezine-issue-9/" target="_blank">Issue 9 of Let's Get Soapy</a> which also includes free printables. I'm sure you're going to have so much fun!! </div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03799077223560428655noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4900238683613229855.post-67139677198010200402015-07-29T08:00:00.000-07:002015-07-29T08:00:02.329-07:00Illustrated Tutorial - Mondrian Soap PopHello! Today I want to show you how to make a soap pop like I did here, inspired by the artist Mondrian. This is an advanced but very gratifying project! :)<br />
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If you need a pop mold, I use these (click image to view more info):<br />
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<i>For more Soapylove melt and pour / glycerin soap projects, check out <a href="http://www.soapylove.com/">www.soapylove.com</a>!</i></div>
<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03799077223560428655noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4900238683613229855.post-8977640755067471842015-07-28T10:11:00.000-07:002015-07-28T10:20:08.274-07:00Hello again! Care to get reacquainted?<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5fQJAPhp9PU-bkcTm04ItqywXq0LqagKRl59E7pfXYqnSZBHsmFQd3a3enPKoYhLauPHEzoisoiTkPQJkkJ07q7uKQOZ-UPeHTdYIgcv2aFllwJk4GCelkaY_bkwj3dKYjim9fpDLN2A/s1600/Blondie+selfie.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5fQJAPhp9PU-bkcTm04ItqywXq0LqagKRl59E7pfXYqnSZBHsmFQd3a3enPKoYhLauPHEzoisoiTkPQJkkJ07q7uKQOZ-UPeHTdYIgcv2aFllwJk4GCelkaY_bkwj3dKYjim9fpDLN2A/s200/Blondie+selfie.jpg" width="200" /></a>Hi! It's been a long time since I've used this blog, and to be honest I forgot what a great place it is to share and write! And since it's been so long I thought it would be great to catch everyone up. <br />
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So first, here's what I look like these days! No big deal really, but it's good to have an accurate picture in your mind when reading posts, right?<br />
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I work full time in marketing and don't sell Soapylove soaps right now, but the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/soapylove?ref=hl" target="_blank">Soapylove Facebook page</a> is going strong. It's frustrating, though. Even though there are over 7500 fans there, my posts reach only a few hundred (unless I decide to BUY exposure which I can't do all the time). That's Facebook for ya.<br />
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My kids are getting so big (10 and 7!) and my husband is doing great with his <a href="http://laurelacupuncturesd.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">acupuncture practice</a>. It's summer break and the weather here in San Diego has been pretty amazing!<br />
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Okie doke, well consider yourself caught up! :) <br />
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I really want to share this hilarious video with you. It's called "girl vs. pin" where the host tries making the fish-in-bag soap project. You have to watch it!<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03799077223560428655noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4900238683613229855.post-49878401560113817742012-11-20T09:07:00.000-08:002012-11-21T10:26:02.569-08:00Natural Lip Balm recipe and video<br />
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Hello Kin Community viewers and Soapyfans! This is the last video in the 8 video series I made with Kin Community.<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03799077223560428655noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4900238683613229855.post-27244627541635079842012-11-14T08:54:00.003-08:002012-11-14T08:54:38.409-08:00Bath Tea recipe and video<br />
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Hi Kin Community viewers and Soapyfans! Thanks for coming to my blog! Here is the latest tutorial video from Kin Community, where I show how to make simple and pretty Bath Tea Bags. Below the video is the full tutorial and links to the resources. I hope you enjoy it!</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03799077223560428655noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4900238683613229855.post-18081868125447002242012-10-30T09:51:00.000-07:002015-07-14T09:40:59.264-07:00Glycerin Soap with Eraser Toy recipe and videoHi Kin Community viewers and all Soapylove fans! Today we are making the classic glycerin soap project - the toy-in-soap! :) This is a hit with kids and has lots of creative potential for non-kids, too! Think of different color and item combinations. You don't have to be limited to toys. Any item that will not be sensitive to submersion in moisture and heat will be fine. You can even use little plastic containers to put a message or gift inside! Here is the video and full project instructions...<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03799077223560428655noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4900238683613229855.post-20447040784448543862012-10-12T09:28:00.001-07:002016-09-16T11:56:47.010-07:00Soap Slime recipe and videoHi Kin Community viewers and Soapyfans! Today's video features a really fun project for Soap Slime! This would be great to make with kids since it's so simple, and adding the colorant is the best part! Here's the video and below you will find the supply list.<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03799077223560428655noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4900238683613229855.post-71420801916881103082012-10-10T10:15:00.000-07:002012-10-10T10:15:32.436-07:00Tutorial video: Fun and Simple Soap BallsHi there! Before I was bitten by the glycerin soap crafting bug, I fell in love with rebatch soap making. Rebatch is a method of using cured CP soap (CP means "cold process" which is the most common way soap is made from scratch). Rebatch is great because you don't need to handle lye. <br />
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I can tell I'm already rambling, so let me get to the point. I made soap balls! It's easy and fast! Here's a quick video showing how to do it. <br />
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So now I can ramble. Rebatch is typically recooked soap (since I didn't cook my grated soap, maybe it's more like recycled soap. I don't know. Don't call the soap police on me). If you don't have any CP soap scraps laying around you can buy grated, unscented soap online that's made just for this purpose. Since it's unscented you can add your own additional ingredients like essential oil, exfoliants such as ground luffa or oatmeal, moisturizers like aloe vera, and even colorants. If this interests you, head over to The Soap Queen for <a href="http://www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/cold-process-soap/soap-queen-tv-presents-how-to-make-rebatch-soap-2/" target="_blank">this great video</a> about rebatch soapmaking and links to lots of supplies. Have fun!<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03799077223560428655noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4900238683613229855.post-11937891267488949862012-09-11T04:00:00.000-07:002012-09-15T19:08:09.910-07:00Mini Glycerin Soap Favors recipe and video<br />
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Hello, <a href="http://www.youtube.com/kincommunity" target="_blank">Kin Community</a> and <a href="http://www.soapylove.com/" target="_blank">Soapylove</a> fans! Welcome back for another fun soap tutorial video! Today I showed how to make party favor soaps using glycerin soap base (also called "melt and pour"). Here are the supplies and full instructions so you can make them for your next party and wow your friends! :)<br />
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If you enjoyed this project, check out my <a href="http://soapylove.bigcartel.com/product/soapy-love-squeaky-clean-projects-using-melt-and-pour-soap" target="_blank">Soapylove book</a>, or the <a href="http://soapylove.bigcartel.com/category/our-books-and-ezines" target="_blank">Let's Get Soapy eZine</a>! It's addictive! ;)</div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03799077223560428655noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4900238683613229855.post-61954084122699346212012-09-03T20:40:00.000-07:002012-09-05T20:13:36.322-07:00Body Scrubs recipe and videoHi there! I hope you had a nice Labor Day weekend! If you have come from the video posted on <a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/kincommunity" target="_blank">Kin Community's</a> YouTube channel, you can find the full recipe for the salt and sugar scrubs below.<br />
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<i>Normally the bail jars are available at Bramble Berry, but I found them at US Plastics. <a href="http://www.usplastic.com/catalog/item.aspx?itemid=23436&catid=0&clickid=popcorn" target="_blank">Click here</a> for that link. All other supplies can be found at <a href="http://www.brambleberry.com/">www.brambleberry.com</a> or at your local health food store!</i><o:p></o:p><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03799077223560428655noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4900238683613229855.post-85342043905751739262012-08-31T01:00:00.000-07:002012-08-31T07:42:45.615-07:00Rocket Soap Pop recipe and videoHello there Soapyfans, and welcome back Kin Community viewers! <br />
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Today's video shows how to make Soapylove's signature soap pops, but in a fun rocket shape! The mold for this project is super easy to use and unmold. Here is the full tutorial with links to the supplies. Have fun! (Oh, and there's a two-color version in my <a href="http://soapylove.bigcartel.com/product/soapy-love-squeaky-clean-projects-using-melt-and-pour-soap" target="_blank">Soapylove book</a> plus the classic Neapolitan Soap Pop, if you're feeling inspired!)<br />
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and fragrance oil. Stir well.</li>
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edge of mold. Spray with rubbing alcohol
to pop any bubbles.</li>
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top of the mold, insert sticks.</li>
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simmer. Remove pop mold from frame and
dip mold into simmering water, holding soap by the stick. Pull soap out of mold.</li>
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Hello! Welcome to the Soapylove blog! If you're here via <a href="http://www.youtube.com/kincommunity" target="_blank">Kin Community</a>, welcome! This is the first of 8 videos I made with them, so make sure to subscribe and you won't miss a thing! :)<br />
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Here is the full recipe for the Exfoliating Soaps, with links to the supplies. I have also included a few more links to other soap projects you might enjoy. Have fun and enjoy your smoother, softer skin!<br />
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If you enjoy this project, please check out more exfoliant soap tutorials in the Spring 2010 issue of <a href="http://soapylove.bigcartel.com/product/let-s-get-soapy-issue-6-spring-2010" target="_blank">Let's Get Soapy</a> - my eZine just for melt and pour soap crafting, or <a href="http://soapylove.bigcartel.com/product/soapy-love-squeaky-clean-projects-using-melt-and-pour-soap" target="_blank">in my book</a> which has 24 full glycerin soap projects! Thanks!<br />
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place where folks could find all Soapylove tutorials. A list of links
isn't very inspiring so I created a <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/soapylove/collections/72157627484293027/">Flickr collection</a>
organized into four categories - Cute and Funky, Desserts and Soap
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to the tutorial! There are more than 100 projects to choose from. <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/soapylove/collections/72157627484293027/">Click here</a> to go to the collection. You can add any category to your RSS reader and get updates automatically. Enjoy! <br />
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Do you know about <a href="http://www.fancyflours.com/">Fancy Flours</a>? They sell the most amazing baking supplies including <span style="font-size: small;">beautiful cake and cookie stencils (and tons of other awesome stuff. Check it out!).</span> From cute seasonal shapes like pumpkins and snowflakes to modern and fashionable designs like brocades and birdcages. Just search on their site for "stencil" and you'll find all of their styles. </div>
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First start with freshly made glycerin soaps. If you put your soaps in the freezer before unmolding, let them dry completely before using the stencil. Now get out some mica powder and a little cosmetic brush (like a blush brush) or soft paint brush. Choose a mica color that will contrast with your soap bar or else it won't be noticeable. <br />
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If you are using a jar of mica powder, you can just use the lid to get mica on your brush. Swirl brush in mica lid or dip brush lightly into mica and swirl on a little plate to evenly distribute powder on brush. I think it's best to build up color slowly so you can control the intensity of your design. </div>
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You may already know about my <a href="http://www.soapylove.com/category.php?category_id=3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Soapylove books</a> and <a href="http://www.soapylove.com/category.php?category_id=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">eZines,</a> but I have also been a guest blogger for <a href="http://www.soapqueen.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Soap Queen</a>
for over three years. I have written many articles and tutorials but
unless you know what to search for, they can be hard to find. So here's
a link directory to all of them. I hope you find it helpful!<br />
<b>Articles:</b><br />
<a href="http://www.soapqueen.com/bramble-berry-news/soapylove-blending-frogs-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Color Blending Frogs</a><br />
<a href="http://www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/melt-and-pour-soap/using-jojoba-beads-in-m-p-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Using Jojoba Beads in M & P</a><br />
<a href="http://www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/melt-and-pour-soap/tips-tricks-for-using-oxide-colorants-in-mp-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tips & Tricks for Using Oxide Colorants in M&P</a><br />
<a href="http://www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/melt-and-pour-soap/labcolors-and-you-a-little-chat-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Labcolors and You: A Little Chat</a><br />
<a href="http://www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/tips-and-tricks/tips-on-soap-photography-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tips on Soap Photography</a><br />
<a href="http://www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/melt-and-pour-soap/technique-tip-dusting-with-mica-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dusting with Mica</a><br />
<a href="http://www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/melt-and-pour-soap/soapylove-technique-post-embed-problems-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Embed Problems</a><br />
<a href="http://www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/melt-and-pour-soap/less-can-be-more-using-sheer-colors-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Less Can Be More – Using Sheer Colors</a><br />
<a href="http://www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/melt-and-pour-soap/the-making-of-the-bicycle-soap-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The Making of the Bicycle Soap</a><br />
<a href="http://www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/melt-and-pour-soap/soapylove-technique-post-using-silicone-molds-with-mp-part-1-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Using Silicone Molds with M&P, Part 1</a><br />
<a href="http://www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/melt-and-pour-soap/part-2-using-silicone-molds-with-mp-tips-and-projects-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Part 2: Using Silicone Molds with M&P – Tips and Projects</a><br />
<a href="http://www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/melt-and-pour-soap/soapylove-technique-post-3-color-fade/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">3 Color Fade</a><br />
<a href="http://www.soapqueen.com/business/do-you-want-to-sell-wholesale-be-prepared/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Do you want to sell wholesale? Be prepared!</a><br />
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<b>Tutorials:</b><br />
<a href="http://www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/melt-and-pour-soap/tutorial-cupcakes-with-a-cherry-on-top-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Cupcakes with a Cherry on Top</a><br />
<a href="http://www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/melt-and-pour-soap/tutorial-birthday-cake-loaf-soap-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Birthday Cake Loaf Soap</a><br />
<a href="http://www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/melt-and-pour-soap/tutorial-vivid-soap-blocks-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Vivid Soap Blocks</a><br />
<a href="http://www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/melt-and-pour-soap/tutorial-fiery-energy-bar-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fiery Energy Bar</a><br />
<a href="http://www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/melt-and-pour-soap/tutorial-katies-wedding-soap-favors-step-3-make-and-bag-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Katie’s Wedding Soap Favors</a><br />
<a href="http://www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/melt-and-pour-soap/tutorial-take-me-to-your-leader-soap-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Take Me To Your Leader Soap</a><br />
<a href="http://www.soapqueen.com/personal-ramblings/tutorial-bubbles-from-the-crypt-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bubbles from the Crypt</a><br />
<a href="http://www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/melt-and-pour-soap/tutorial-textured-headstone-soap-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Textured Headstone Soap</a><br />
<a href="http://www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/melt-and-pour-soap/soapylove-tutorial-delicious-layered-soap-cookies-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Delicious Layered Soap Cookies</a><br />
<a href="http://www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/melt-and-pour-soap/soapylove-tutorial-lucky-star-soaps-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lucky Star Soaps</a><br />
<a href="http://www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/melt-and-pour-soap/soapylove-tutorial-checkered-cookie-soaps-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Checkered Cookie Soaps</a><br />
<a href="http://www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/melt-and-pour-soap/soapylove-tutorial-ombre-heart-soaps-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ombre Heart Soaps</a><br />
<a href="http://www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/home-crafts/soapylove-tutorial-rainbow-carnations-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Rainbow Carnations</a><br />
<a href="http://www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/melt-and-pour-soap/soapylove-tutorial-2-scoops-please-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">2 Scoops, Please!</a><br />
<a href="http://www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/melt-and-pour-soap/soapylove-tutorial-sweet-and-pretty-parfait-soaps-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sweet and Pretty Parfait Soaps</a><br />
<a href="http://www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/melt-and-pour-soap/soapylove-tutorial-i-heart-soap-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">I Heart Soap</a><br />
<a href="http://www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/melt-and-pour-soap/soapylove-tutorial-fluffy-frosted-soapy-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fluffy Frosted Soapy Cupcakes</a><br />
<a href="http://www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/melt-and-pour-soap/oh-the-things-you-can-do-soap-frosting-3-more-ways-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Oh The Things You Can Do! Soap Frosting 3 More Ways.</a><br />
<a href="http://www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/melt-and-pour-soap/soapylove-tutorial-loteria-soap-shrines-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Loteria Soap Shrines</a><br />
<a href="http://www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/melt-and-pour-soap/soapylove-tutorial-cute-as-a-button-soaps-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Cute as a Button Soaps</a><br />
<a href="http://www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/melt-and-pour-soap/soapylove-tutorial-sparkly-strawberry-sorbet-soaps/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sparkly Strawberry Sorbet Soaps</a><br />
<a href="http://www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/soapylove-neon-bonanza/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Soapylove Neon Bonanza</a><br />
<a href="http://www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/melt-and-pour-soap/soapy-and-spooky-eyeballs-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Soapy Spooky Eyeballs</a><br />
<a href="http://www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/melt-and-pour-soap/making-a-mini-cooper-flexy-fast-project-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Making a Mini Cooper</a><br />
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For even MORE Soapylove (yes, there's still more!), <a href="http://soapylove.blogspot.com/search/label/tutorial" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a> for all the tutorials on my blog, and <a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/soapylovevideos?feature=mhee" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a> for my videos on YouTube!<br />
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I often receive emails from Soapyfans who would like to try their
hand at glycerin soap crafting. Here are some quick pointers about
where you can start learning and how to get started!<br />
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The first thing I suggest is getting my book, <a href="http://www.brambleberry.com/Soapylove-Squeaky-Clean-Projects-P4549.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Soapy Love - Squeaky Clean Projects Using Melt and Pour Soap.</a><br />
or trying one of my fun eZines called <a href="http://www.brambleberry.com/Search.aspx?k=let%27s+get+soapy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Let's Get Soapy. </a><br />
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Once you try a project and see if you like the craft, then you will know if you want to do it more.<br />
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There are great videos you can watch on <a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/soapqueentv" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Soap Queen TV.</a> These will teach you a lot in a short amount of time.<br />
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If you would like to discuss your projects, check out <a href="http://www.teachsoap.com/forum" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Teach Soap Forum</a>
where there is an excellent melt and pour message board. It's an
awesome place to get inspiration, research ingredients or crafting
techniques, even get advice on tips and tricks!<br />
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Have fun!<br />
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Mother's Day is just a little over 2 weeks away, and you might be wondering what you should do for the Mom in your life this year. Flowers? Candy? She deserves something unique, made by you, and useful! I have just the thing: Perfume Bottle Soaps!</div>
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In my latest issue of <a href="http://www.soapylove.com/item.php?item_id=76">Let's Get Soapy</a>, I show you how to make your very own bottle mold. There are so many wonderful inspirations for bottle shapes and colors, including this photo from <a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/article/best-bottle-beauty">Martha Stewart</a>. The opaque pastels are so beautiful!</div>
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For a very feminine version, try making your mold from an ornate perfume bottle. I did a quick search on Etsy for perfume bottles under "vintage", and found many gorgeous possibilities such as this old <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/72775601/avon-glass-perfume-bottle-with-stopper?ref=sr_gallery_6&ga_search_query=perfume+bottle&ga_page=2&ga_search_type=vintage&ga_facet=vintage">Avon Perfume Bottle</a> from ForestDayDream.<br />
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When shopping for a bottle (a great excuse to hit up your local thrift store!), avoid bottles that get extremely wide since you will need to push your soap bottle out of the bottom opening of your mold. Also avoid overly ornate tops like swans since little necks or pieces can break. <br />
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This adorable <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/37257115/precious-owl-avon-field-flowers?ref=sr_gallery_10&ga_search_query=perfume+bottle&ga_page=3&ga_search_type=vintage&ga_facet=vintage">little owl</a> jar from ricracandbuttons has a great shape and its feather texture would show up perfectly! Another great thing about using perfume bottles is their size is usually just right for a soap - about the size of your hand.<br />
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For great places to shop for perfume bottles check antique stores, thrift stores, your local drug store, and of course online. Etsy has a vast vintage section and there are many treasures to be found. Plastic works just as well as glass, so you might even find some cute ones in your toddler's dress up box!<br />
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I am a huge fan of baking blogs. There is so much inspiration to be had, and delicious treats to tempt me! Today I saw the most wonderful cakey confection on Sprinkle Bakes - a Battenburg Cake! Better yet - it's a full tutorial. So for the bakers out there, check out the full post here. <a href="http://www.sprinklebakes.com/2011/04/spring-battenburg-cake.html?sms_ss=blogger&at_xt=4da385510826e9be%2C0">Sprinkle Bakes: Spring Battenburg Cake</a><br />
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For the MP soapmakers out there, check it out and then get ready for a challenge! <br />
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This is the first ever Soapylove challenge. I would like to see YOU try your hand at a glycerin soap version of this stunning cake, then go to my <a href="http://facebook.com/soapylove">Facebook fan page</a> and post a photo of your entry. This is based completely on looks - so take your best photo! I will judge the entries (and consult with some of my soapmaking friends) and pick a winner on Tuesday, 4/19. That gives you the weekend to give it your best shot! I have a fun prize to send you, and it's not soap! :)<br />
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I can't wait to see your entries, and if you don't want to enter please come over and check them out. I know this will be a lot of fun! <br />
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Now go get soaping!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03799077223560428655noreply@blogger.com5