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Yes I thought of that, but I guess I've just been around so long (me and Moses are about the same age, LOL) that I know just about everything on the planet is going to be bad for us according to someone at some point in time. I cut back on eggs then am told later they aren't as bad as previously thought (actually seem to help me with my diabetes and sugar control), coffee & tea have been "Bad" & I was told to quit drinking so much tea, now they are sometimes touted as healthy in preventing some illness. So it goes with so many things , and I know phthlates are not foods and are not likely to be found to be "good" for us at some later date, just making a point that the media loves to find things to tell us and make us question everyday products, only later to be found false. Plus apparently phthlates are in practically everything from soup to nuts to coin a phrase, so I feel I am going to be exposed to them anyhow and the little extra in some soap or lotion is probably going to be a drop in the bucket compared to what mainstream companies are already exposing me to unbeknownst to me. As one supplier told me as I asked him about it, as soon as the media has something better to pick on phthalates will once again take a backseat. He also pointed out as is usually the case, testing is frequently done with massive doses of something and then dire repercussions are pointed out which would just not be the case with the small amounts actually used in products. I am in no way telling anyone else what to think, you all must make you own decisions obviously and as Care Bear stated everyone has different sensitivites to deal with. Who knows if the media hypes this much more I may have to go on the phthalate bandwagon myself, I'm just not totally convinced yet. Customers dictate the market and all FO may have to go P Free. JMHO, Glo

I just started a pair of socks on the knifty knitter on Sunday. I can't believe how fast they go on there although I think they are more like slippers but called socks. Got some really cute yarn at dollar tree and have been wanting to try the pattern. Whipped up one sock in an afternoon. Glo

Here is a link that was given to me : http://www.phthalates.org/ Glo

What a good job!! So nice of you to do that for your neice. Glo

Oh Abbie this hotel looks so nice. We could drive home but it is tempting to stay anyhow!! Kids would love the pool. Glo

Bump, Bump:yay: :yay: There are a couple of tentative demos booked that really look interesting. http://www.blackcatgraphicdesign.com/lightsandlather/ Glo

Hey Dork, long time no see!! MAMA

You know what if you find some colorful adhesive vinyl or something and cut out your own? Maybe contact paper or some kind of shelf liner. Sure would be more economical. Glo

Yea!! A lot of CT'ers are gonna finally meet up!! Glo

Here are some sites. Kind of pricey but gets you started anyway. HTH, Glo http://rshughes.com/products/754476_31553.html?ref=g&refcp=froogle http://www.cardinaldecals.com/Footprints--Floor-and-Carpet-Decals-Styles-778-779-floor-Style-772-carpet_p_100-492.html http://www.bradyid.com/bradyid/scv/101373/101373/More-Safety-Products-and-Services/Aisle,-Floor-and-Barricade/Arrows,-Footprints-and-Dots.html

Hmmm. Then the island in Islandgirl wouldn't be Hawaii then?? Sure hope lots can make it. These gatherings ar so nice!! Glo

Yes!! Lets make this one a success!! This is gonna be great. Glo

Wow, Would be nice to meet you Jennie! Glo

Heck yeah Abbie, Don't know how I missed this the first time around. Here is the link to the gathering: http://www.lightsandlather.org Glo

Well seeing as no one else has heard this and after checking out the paypal site we are thinking that the postmaster may have been talking about Ebay increases and since the 2 companies are owned by the same people he may have confused the two. Hope so. Sorry if this caused any confusion. Glo

Has anyone heard of an increase coming in paypal fees later this month? My son heard from the postmaster that sometime in Feb. paypal is increasing their fees by 67%. :shocked2: Glo

Here is a good recipe from another post. This stuff is so thick & creamy: Here is one Cindym posted awhile ago. First one I ever made and it was delish!! Came out perfect. I subbed a bit, think I probably used shea butter. HTH, Glo Emulsified Body Butter 15.6 ozs Water 1.5 ozs Steric 1.5 ozs E-wax 7.5 ozs Olive OIl 3 ozs Avacado Butter .3 ozs Fo Black Raspberry Vanilla .3 ozs Liquid Par Optima .15 ozs Vit E .15 ozs Dry Flo I made this in a swap on the whisk and received quite a few requests for the recipe so here it is. Just follow regular lotion making intructions. Have fun. __________________

Wow. They are beautiful and the lit pic is just fabulous. Glo

I would think you could, same as lavander or camomile. Glo

Ghana sure sets of the scam sensors. Glo

I dry mine in egg cartons lined with a folded napkin. I like propping them in the carton so they don't roll around and split in half. I transport in the cartons too. Works really well. Glo

I believe Grama said they discontinued the original one-which we all think was the best. It was very expensive tho if I remember correctly. I hoard my bottle also. Glo

I agree silky suds is great. It never looses its bubble power and the bombs do. I just finished some I probably made over two years ago and the bubbles are incredible. Bath bombs loose their bubbling effect in a couple of months. At least mine did. I love bombs too but the SS was just so much nicer. Glo

Beautifulfeet, Here are a couple of old links from on here about loofa bars done in pvc rounds. http://www.craftserver.com/forums/showthread.php?t=6506&highlight=pvc+loofa http://www.craftserver.com/forums/showthread.php?t=6370&highlight=pvc+loofa Hth, Glo