Hi Dana and welcome! i'm very new to soap making as well, i made my first batch around christmas time. I'm really enjoying the forum so far, and everyone has been so welcoming. :p
Hi Cindy and welcome! I agree with you oils can be exspensive, i'm brand new to soapmaking myself, and still looking around for places to buy oils that are a little cheaper. :-P
How exciting!! i made my first batch around christmas time, it turned out pretty good.
love your soap journal, and looking forward to your pics.
Happy soaping!!