naninkansas Posted October 19, 2007 Share Posted October 19, 2007 I am new, but already so addicted to soapmaking and so inspired by everyone here that shares their knowledge and their photos. I plan to inundate my family and friends with this stuff! My grandchildren will never use store-bought soap again.First ones are my very first attempts. Orange-Spice and Oatmeal, Milk & Honey, both made with all veggie oils.Then I tried a lard bar and made it CPHP. So far it's my favorite. It's not the prettiest but I love how it feels. It was Blackberry-Sage.Then I did a Yuzu bar and added calendula petals.Last one is one I just did. It's Chocolate-Vanilla-Orange. The middle layer has turned a caramel color since I took the photo.I have so many more ideas for things I want to try. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chickie1st Posted October 19, 2007 Share Posted October 19, 2007 They all look great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShoogieScents Posted October 19, 2007 Share Posted October 19, 2007 WOW, are these are your FIRST. I can't wait to see what your soaps look like in months to come. Those are AWESOME! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DONNAMAC Posted October 19, 2007 Share Posted October 19, 2007 You definitely do not look like a beginner. Those are great looking soaps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elle110 Posted October 19, 2007 Share Posted October 19, 2007 Wow...those look awesome, love the first ones you did, they were a lot more than an attempt BTW, when you cut soap thas petals or seeds on top turnt the loaf over on its top and cut from the bottom then you won't get runners in your soap. Trust me, I learned the hard way...Elle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krazeforsoap Posted October 19, 2007 Share Posted October 19, 2007 Very nice presentation for your pretty soaps!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quiet girl Posted October 19, 2007 Share Posted October 19, 2007 I can't believe you are a beginner, the soaps are awesome! And your photographs are very artistic too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michi Posted October 20, 2007 Share Posted October 20, 2007 I can't believe you are a beginner, the soaps are awesome! And your photographs are very artistic too! Yah, what she said! I can tell you're addicted already! LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
naninkansas Posted October 20, 2007 Author Share Posted October 20, 2007 Thank you all for your kind words. Honestly I almost have as much fun taking the photos as I do making the soaps, but then photography is my first passion.I think one of the reasons this is so much fun for me is because I have such a large family that I can share this with. My cured soaps have been disappearing and it's because my husband is giving them away. He's been off work after having shoulder surgery and has made me a couple of molds already, so he's gotten involved. Then my grandkids come over and my granddaughters fill a plastic baggy with soap before they leave. I'm turning them into little soap 'snobs'.Thanks again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mystical_angel1219 Posted October 20, 2007 Share Posted October 20, 2007 Very pretty soapies, and crisp photography. :smiley2: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maryann Posted October 20, 2007 Share Posted October 20, 2007 Beautiful soaps and pics. You tried a lot of differ techniques and they all look wonderful! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
8-GRAN-ONES Posted October 20, 2007 Share Posted October 20, 2007 you look like a pro already...they are very pretty.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jadryga Posted October 21, 2007 Share Posted October 21, 2007 Gorgeous soaps, and beautiful photography!The yuzu soaps actually look like yummy slices of cake... I just had dinner without dessert, and that pic made me think of banana walnut bread...The chocolate-vanilla-orange one is my favorite of the lot. The pearly mica on top adds a very nice touch!I have to agree with the others, they don't look like first-time soaps at all! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lindanelson Posted October 21, 2007 Share Posted October 21, 2007 Very nice looking soap. I can only hope my first ones looks so good. Gotta do that yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tizimarezie Posted October 21, 2007 Share Posted October 21, 2007 Beautiful soaps! You got some talent there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharyl55 Posted October 21, 2007 Share Posted October 21, 2007 I'm doing Eugenia's soap class this weekend. I was just hoping for usable soap. Your 1st attempts are awesome. And your photos are terrific.A soap newbie question. The pretty soaps with petals, seeds etc on top - don't they clog the tub drain? Can you tell I know nothing about hand made soaps? LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnitaG Posted October 21, 2007 Share Posted October 21, 2007 They look nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gingerinarkansas Posted October 22, 2007 Share Posted October 22, 2007 Your soaps look awesome. I haven't tried soaping yet but it's in the future. Ginger Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fijayh Posted October 22, 2007 Share Posted October 22, 2007 Wow, they sure don't look newbie. Congrats. keep up the good work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AkainePSP Posted October 23, 2007 Share Posted October 23, 2007 Very nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilovescents Posted October 23, 2007 Share Posted October 23, 2007 Your soaps are beautiful! Wonderful variety and stunning photos. :smiley2: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soapbuddy Posted October 24, 2007 Share Posted October 24, 2007 Looks good!Welcome to your new addiction.Irena Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Late Night Posted October 24, 2007 Share Posted October 24, 2007 WOW! Your soap and photography are awesome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denise2456 Posted October 24, 2007 Share Posted October 24, 2007 OMG!!! you made some beautiful soaps and the pics are great too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeana Posted October 27, 2007 Share Posted October 27, 2007 very, very, nice! Can I ask what you used to color the orange, choc, van? I especially like the orange color. I am looking for a nice orange. I like how shiney it looks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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