I was back in Haiti May 9 – 13 to check on the women of OFEDA and their soap making group. Things are progressing and they are continuing the buildup of their business and efforts. Lots of soap was being … Continue reading
There is a new eBook on the virtual shelves of the soap-mosphere! Efficiency in Scaling: Introduction to Masterbatching is a must have for any soapmaker…whether new or experienced. If you’re a small batch soap maker who has wondered how to … Continue reading
It seems like I haven’t blogged in forever! The last month was absolutely, crazy, insanely busy. I was out of town several weekends. First to Haiti to check on the progress of OFEDA. They are doing remarkably well and were … Continue reading
Thank you WFAA for doing a story on our Beauty in Haiti project! Please visit the Beauty in Haiti website for more information! Link to WFAA Story!
Last weekend we had a very successful Austin Soapmaking Bootcamp. We offered three classes, basic soapmaking, cupcakes and layers and lines. I had a great group of students who blew me away with their creations…so I just had to share … Continue reading
Hemp milk is a great alternative to animal milks such as goat or cow if you want your soap to be vegan. Hemp milk contains omega essential fatty acids, proteins, amino acids and many more goodies. It has a great … Continue reading
Oatmeal, Milk and Honey is a classic soap to make. It’s one of the first soaps that I made when I first started to make soap. This method of milk soapmaking is a bit different than the other method where … Continue reading
Marla Bosworth and I just got back from Haiti where we taught the first Beauty in Haiti workshop to the women of OFEDA. We taught workshops on both Saturday and Sunday. Haiti is beautiful country of extremes. Driving everywhere you … Continue reading
benefits of using less water in cp soap making Soap is harder when unmolding – This is great for when you are using silicone molds and individual cavity molds especially when using a high percent of soft oils. Using a … Continue reading
I get questions all the time about how I come up with my water amounts. I do not use a lye calc to get my water amounts. I simply use a lye calc to get the correct amount of lye … Continue reading
Any orders placed from 05/07-05/24 will be shipped out on 05/25. I will be in Haiti and then Raleigh for the conference. More shirts will be listed when I get back as well!