daniedb

Yeah, it's a few drops. Not enough to make anything but a lotion tester, like an ounce of lotion to see how it works in B&B. Or enough to put on a brass ring to sniff it warm.

Why is everyone soooooo quick to jump on someone???

Because everyone is gruuuuuuumpy lately. I actually thought that while I wouldn't draw the conclusion on my own, maybe ebarnes thought that since Peak's used to (and many people still think they do) sponsor the forum, and there have been a bazillion JS posts lately, that Peaks was taking notice of all the posts about it and added some new oils. I don't think that's the case, but I can certainly see that she's not crazy or a troll, just made an assumption. *GASP*

That's hilarious! I'm so glad you found it.

Well, you can sub almost any oil for it, but it's not going to give you the reputed benefits of emu itself. The feel of the lotion may be similar, or the same, but you won't get the goodies of the emu, which is supposed to help with a variety of skin complaints.

I get mine from MMS or Onederbar (we need an acronym for Onederbar, now! ODB?)

I love mango - just keep in mind that it's much harder than shea, more the consistency of cocoa, so the end result will be harder. I can't get enough of mango, though.

Are you talking the whipped butter, or the emulsified? I do ~2.5 gallons at a time, but I just use my stick blender and use a giant Rubbermaid container. That's the emulsified butter, so it's a different story that having to whip a whole lot o' shea. I would imagine you would need a commercial KA-type stand mixer for that - restaurant supply stores are great for that sort of thing.

That sucks really bad, I'm so sorry.

Do you have kids?? Does she have a sign stating "You damage' date=' you pay?" If not, go visit and give your child a crayon. [/quote']

I seriously just spit Cheese Nips at the screen. Gross. That was hilarious.

I agree with SC, they are my favorite for B&B. I also like MMS and Scent Works.

Oh, I love where you're going with it, I think it's going to be a beautiful site. I understand the frustration, I think a break is definitely called for. Sometimes, something that I notice is that there's actually just one element or another that I'm unhappy with, if I really think about it. Then, if I change that one thing, suddenly, I love the whole look again. Is there anything you're particularly unhappy about? If so, try taking that out, and experiment. If that's not it, well, then, just keep at it, it's a beautiful site.

Oh, yeah, I totally forgot about Stress Relief. A total non-starter in a candle. Terrible throw. Disappointed, too, because it's yummy! I'll post again if I think of more.

VERY cool! I'm so impressed, that is just incredible!

Essential Wholesale has some good organic selections, I like their stuff - not all of it, but they have a great selection and high quality.

http://www.candletech.com/cgi-local/yabb/YaBB.cgi?board=bathandbody;action=display;num=1120351945;start=3#3

I have this link saved from the old board, the second reply has some interesting info, I haven't tried anything, so I can't give you any firsthand advice. I really want to put some TD in lotion for my mom and I and see how it goes...but it's so far down on the list that it will never get done.

Hey woman, I have some I can send you Priority. Let me know if you need them. It's probably faster to email me at daniedb@yahoo.com in case I don't check any work stuff before Monday morning.

Delish in wax:

Citron et Figue (my absolute favorite)

Gin Martini mixed with their Blackberry

Yuzu

True Mango

I order all of that from MMS - I love them, and if you're in OR, the shipping from UT shouldn't be too bad. When I lived in AZ, the shipping rate was amazing.

I second MC's Warm Cinnamon Buns...you do have to let it cure, but it's a very nice scent.

To teach yourself basic skills (and beyond), I LOVE www.htmlgoodies.com - he's great, and has a wonderful way of speaking to teach easily.

I couldn't find dimensions on the site, what is the diameter of the jar at the widest point, and what are your stats on the wax, FO load, etc.?

I like Liquid Germall Plus for my lotions, it's paraben free and quite effective.

Kerry - good suggestions, the gas is not a problem, I'm only about 30 miles away from there. And I'm sure I can split the room if I need to, I was just hoping to have one by myself so I could treat it as a little vacation from my job as a mom, LOL! Thanks for the help, I'm sure that I can find ways to cut costs!

I adore the GL 70/30. I would use it, but I use straight soy. The throw is divine, with zero frosting. It's a beautiful wax.

I've been using Purple Lilac's delish and amazing whipped shea recipe on my heels at night, and wow. I love it. I don't have cracked skin, though, so I don't know how it would work on actual open skin.

Yeah, I'm really disappointed that it's so much. Especially when you add the hotel room on top of it. The conference itself is not a HUGE cost, although it's enough...but I REALLY wanted to take a mental health vacation and get my own room and everything. That would be like $500 after meals and everything, and I doubt DH and I want to spend that much on a few days vacation just for me!

Yeah, what is it like? The name makes it sound delish.