magsglass Posted April 26, 2006 Share Posted April 26, 2006 I'm throwing down the gauntlet to all CP soapin' wannabes![ATTACH]6042[/ATTACH]Newbie CP Soap Challenge! If you've wanted to make CP soap but haven't yet, here's your chance. Gather your oils, lye, equipment, and join in the fun!The Challenge: Make a CP soap of your choice and post here about your experience making it (include pics if you can) How to Join: Just add your name to the list below. Number of Participants: Unlimited Batch size: Your choice, but it's recommended to make at least a 2lb batch. (that's 2lbs of oils)Deadline: Pour & post by Monday, May 15th.**Bonus: There will be a recipe and soap swap at the end for all who formally participate. It'll be a great way to learn the qualities of different soaps, and share in everyone's success!~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Here are some links to get started with. Be sure to read the ones in red!!Robin's Cold Process TutorialSafety and Equipment InfoRecipesBunny's Build your own Soap RecipesMillers All-Vegetable based RecipesMillers Animal Fat Based RecipesTeach Soap's CP RecipesCalculators*Important! --Always double check your lye, water, and oil ratios with a soap calculator!How To Use the Soapcalc (Sooz) CalculatorHow to Use the MMS CalculatorChoosing a Fragrance OilScents that ROCK in CP soapNote: Check your scent supplier's site to see if they have any notes about how their FO's work in CP soap.Really Good Information Saponification and Superfatting ExplainedFinding Your Mold's CapacitySoapnuts' Oil Qualities ChartSoaping AbbreviationsCandletech Soap FAQ ArchivesMiller's Soap PagesIf you have any questions, please post them on this thread so we all can learn from them, too. Or feel free to PM me. Let's have fun, learn something new, and help each other make our first batches a success!!~~ Soap Safely!! ~~ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magsglass Posted April 26, 2006 Author Share Posted April 26, 2006 Here's the sign-up sheet. 1. Magsglass2. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scntdwik Posted April 26, 2006 Share Posted April 26, 2006 Im in... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hewells Posted April 26, 2006 Share Posted April 26, 2006 Here's the sign-up sheet. 1. Magsglass2. scntdwik3. hewells Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
angiebaby Posted April 26, 2006 Share Posted April 26, 2006 Here's the sign-up sheet. 1. Magsglass2. scntdwik3. hewells4. angiebaby Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elitenaildesign Posted April 27, 2006 Share Posted April 27, 2006 Here's the sign-up sheet. 1. Magsglass2. scntdwik3. hewells4. angiebaby5. elitenaildesign Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LovelyLathers Posted April 27, 2006 Share Posted April 27, 2006 I am in too Here's the sign-up sheet. 1. Magsglass2. scntdwik3. hewells4. angiebaby5. elitenaildesign6. LovelyLathers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magsglass Posted April 27, 2006 Author Share Posted April 27, 2006 Yay, we've got the list hummin' along now! This is going to be so much fun. I can't wait to see how everyone's soaps turn out!Has anyone decided on a recipe yet? I love Bunny's "Make Your Own..." tutorial. I think I'll have to try that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hewells Posted April 27, 2006 Share Posted April 27, 2006 Yay, we've got the list hummin' along now! This is going to be so much fun. I can't wait to see how everyone's soaps turn out!Has anyone decided on a recipe yet? I love Bunny's "Make Your Own..." tutorial. I think I'll have to try that.No I haven't decided on a recipe yet There are just so many good ones to choose from. Searching and searching and more searching is going on over here...lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LovelyLathers Posted April 27, 2006 Share Posted April 27, 2006 First of all I want to say thanks for doing this Mag:bow:, it is really what I need to make that step, I swore I was going to do it last weekend but had an unexpected visitor from out of state. I am leaning towards doing one of the miller's all vetetable recipes. But i am also still looking. I have been looking so much my eyes are crossed, so I guess I better just pick one and make it! Good Luck everyone and be safe! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cozyaromas Posted April 27, 2006 Share Posted April 27, 2006 (pouting like a baby) I so want to participate in this, I'm just not ready, May 15 is to soon for me!!!! I have 2 soapmaking kits, I have the lye, the oils, and the fo!! I am just missing the blender and the pot !! Hopefully, next time around I'll be ready. In the meantime I'll cheer everyone on!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LovelyLathers Posted April 28, 2006 Share Posted April 28, 2006 AWWW COME ON COZYAROMAS... You have 2 weeks to get a pot and stick blender. We don't want you to pout:cry2:.. We want you to join the fun:yay: . Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cozyaromas Posted April 28, 2006 Share Posted April 28, 2006 I'm really thinking about it LovelyLathers, tomorrow I am going to go to Walmart, and pick up a pot and blender, I'll let you know for sure before Monday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scented Posted April 28, 2006 Share Posted April 28, 2006 So I guess if you make a batch of soap once a month that counts you out? OK I'm asking, if you make a batch of soap once a month does that count you out? Maybe it's more like once a month-and-a-half lol! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cozyaromas Posted April 28, 2006 Share Posted April 28, 2006 I personally don't see a reason why you wouldn't be able to join . I'm pretty sure, those new to cp whether (sp?) you soap once a month, once every other month, or never at all, are welcome (IMO). So I say come on and join!!!! You joining would be the extra push some of us need, so right after you sign up, I'll put my name right under yours!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuzieE Posted April 28, 2006 Share Posted April 28, 2006 LOVE your gauntlet. HeheI am shaking as I type this (virgin soaper jitters). I am hoping to have my pot and rest of stuff LYE etc in time and I am adding in a squeaking voice -ME TOO, I want to join in the fun.Suzie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magsglass Posted April 28, 2006 Author Share Posted April 28, 2006 Heather & LovelyLathers: Aaack! I know what you mean, about so many recipes to choose from. Have you tried the bullseye method? (pin up a list of recipes and throw a dart) CozieAromas: Please, please join! <---- a formal invitationScented: Sure, there's plenty of room in the sandbox for you! But as an "old pro" with 3 pours already, please don't mind that the rest of us are still trying to gather our buckets and shovels. SuzieE: Yay, I'm glad you joined! I'll add you to the list!The List:1. Magsglass2. scntdwik3. hewells4. angiebaby5. elitenaildesign6. LovelyLathers7. SuzieE(plus hopefully Scented and CozyAroma will add their names) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scented Posted April 28, 2006 Share Posted April 28, 2006 Scented: Sure, there's plenty of room in the sandbox for you! But as an "old pro" with 3 pours already, please don't mind that the rest of us are still trying to gather our buckets and shovels. The List:1. Magsglass2. scntdwik3. hewells4. angiebaby5. elitenaildesign6. LovelyLathers7. SuzieE8. Scented(plus hopefully Scented and CozyAroma will add their names)Old pro OK Pam there's my name. Now where's yours? Seriously no one could have the trials I had making my first batch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cozyaromas Posted April 28, 2006 Share Posted April 28, 2006 Okay, Scented stop pulling my leg!!!! I'm joining!!! I knew if you joined I wouldn't be able to back down!!!! The List:1. Magsglass2. scntdwik3. hewells4. angiebaby5. elitenaildesign6. LovelyLathers7. SuzieE8. Scented9. CozyAromas Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sara Posted April 28, 2006 Share Posted April 28, 2006 This looks incredibly fun. Way to suck some more people into the soapy side. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaybee23 Posted April 28, 2006 Share Posted April 28, 2006 Well, I can't wait to see all the newbies creations! Ya'll are gonna have so much fun. Once you've made that first batch, you are addicted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scented Posted April 28, 2006 Share Posted April 28, 2006 Now what are we going to make LOL! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hewells Posted April 28, 2006 Share Posted April 28, 2006 Now what are we going to make LOL!That is what I keep saying...if I keep up at this rate I am never gonna have soap!!! LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LovelyLathers Posted April 29, 2006 Share Posted April 29, 2006 Now what are we going to make LOL!Ummm..Soap! LOLMag I am putting my dart board up! Thanks for the idea. Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scented Posted April 29, 2006 Share Posted April 29, 2006 LMAO! Yeah I know soap. Trying to think of a good scent. Me be stuck on that lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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