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  1. mx5inpenn

    SMF November 2022 - Trees

    Finished attempt #1 and am reasonably happy with it. We'll see if I find time for another try.
  2. mx5inpenn

    What soapy thing have you done today?

    Absolutely! It's what I used for years.
  3. mx5inpenn

    Never Making Christmas Soaps Again

    Winter Wonderberry from Aztec and Dr. Peppermint and Alpine Cheer from Micas & More were great. Frosted Peak Tops and Elf Sweat from Nature's Garden also worked well for me. Walk In the Woods from California Candle smells great and probably behaves. I forgot to add my additional liquid, it moves...
  4. mx5inpenn

    SMF November 2022 - Trees

    Sign up list: 1. Mobjack - There’s a tree soap I have wanted to make since the moment I saw it. I hope I can pull it off! 2. AliOop - An idea is taking root (pun intended). :) 3. Marsi - branching out 🍃 4.VickiC - yes! 🌳 5. The_Emerald_Chicken - I wood not want to miss out on this challenge 🪵 6...
  5. mx5inpenn

    What soapy thing have you done today?

    I spent the weekend getting ready for and attending a craft fair. It went quite well and I got a lead for another in December. I'm very low on several scents so need to get those made and deliver some made last month to the salon today or tomorrow.
  6. mx5inpenn

    October 2022 SMF Soap Challenge – Laminar Flow Swirl

    This challenge was fun and I love the look! I'll definitely be using this technique again. Thanks for hosting @Mobjack Bay !!
  7. mx5inpenn

    October 2022 SMF Soap Challenge – Laminar Flow Swirl

    I still haven't gotten pics taken 😞 I'll just post them here when I do.
  8. mx5inpenn

    October 2022 SMF Soap Challenge – Laminar Flow Swirl

    Oh boy, my soap is cut, but I haven't prettied it up or taken pics yet. I better get on the ball as soon as I get home!
  9. mx5inpenn

    Calling all lardinators! Why do you love lard-based soaps? 🐖

    I use it at 40-60% in most of my soaps. It creates a hard, white bar with a lovely creamy lather.
  10. mx5inpenn

    What soapy thing have you done today?

    Lol we are definitely better people not together. But we have 4 kids, the younger ones are 8 and 10. We co-parent well and always get each other nice gifts for birthdays and Christmas because it's from the kids too. We don't even have gifts from Mom or Dad, it's all from both of us and we split...
  11. mx5inpenn

    What soapy thing have you done today?

    Not today, but yesterday. My friend that carries my soap in his salon called the other night and told me he's sold out of Love Spell again. So I made a double batch of that and another scented with Elf Sweat from Nature's Garden. And another challenge attempt. And my ex husband surprised me...
  12. mx5inpenn

    Lard Recipe

    I use lard in almost every recipe at 50-60%. It makes a lovely, creamy lather. I make up the balance of my recipe with coconut, olive, avocado, and castor.
  13. mx5inpenn

    October 2022 SMF Soap Challenge – Laminar Flow Swirl

    Mine did that on my second batch 😡
  14. mx5inpenn

    October 2022 SMF Soap Challenge – Laminar Flow Swirl

    First attempt done. I cut that small batch both ways to see what I prefer. On to the next batch!
  15. mx5inpenn

    What soapy thing have you done today?

    So far today I have cut my 1st attempt at the challenge for this month. I cut it both ways to see which I prefer and wow Nelly, I have a strong preference! So I'll shortly be making another batch to cut only that way. I received the last few scents I've been waiting on for holiday soaps and need...
  16. mx5inpenn

    Best eucalyptus mint FO?

    I have purchased from them. Their Dragon's Blood, Caramel Tobacco, and Sweet Tooth are staples for me. Edited to add that I don't make candles, I use those in soap.
  17. mx5inpenn

    Calling all patchouli fans!

    I am also not a big patch fan, but Earth Meets Sky has been a favorite from my stock. Grapefruit really brightens it up!
  18. mx5inpenn

    October 2022 SMF Soap Challenge – Laminar Flow Swirl

    Sign up list: 1. dibbles - off to start obsessing about color combinations 2. The Phoenix - Time to dust off my dividers. 3. melonpan - have been wanting to try this for some time! 4. Kiwimoose - alright then, you twisted my rubber arm 5. Mx5inpenn - count me in with another Christmas-y plan
  19. mx5inpenn

    What soapy thing have you done today?

    Got home from vacation a couple days ago and still haven't had a chance to get any soaps made. I did deliver some soaps to a friend that owns a salon and asked to carry them. He's excited and has been hyping them with his large following, so I'm crossing fingers as I plan larger batches for the...
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