cheri_j
Well-Known Member
Hi - I'm Cheri. Last month, I signed up for CP soap making class. I'm super duper excited and I know this is going to be a life-long hobby. Since signing up, I've started purchasing the basic supplies, but am waiting to go to the class before I purchase soap ingredient stuff. I've been lurking around here, trying to absorb as much information as possible. I've been reading books and everything I can on the internet. I think I'm ready to do this.
My biggest concern is: My parrot. Do any of you have birds? If so, where do you mix your lye/water? I'm worried about the toxic fumes of the lye hurting my bird. How long does the fumes stick around? I could do this in my garage, but it's maybe 20 degrees in my garage. Brrrrr. I don't want to wait until June to make soap! Does the soap give off fumes as it's curing?
My other question: Does anyone have any suggestions as to what I should make for my first batch? Something easy of course. I have looked at some of the kits on various suppliers websites, but still a bit unsure. I have read enough to feel confident in trying FO, EO, etc. I'm so undecided. I would like to hear from my much more experienced soaper friends and get some real advice.
Many Thanks!!!
My biggest concern is: My parrot. Do any of you have birds? If so, where do you mix your lye/water? I'm worried about the toxic fumes of the lye hurting my bird. How long does the fumes stick around? I could do this in my garage, but it's maybe 20 degrees in my garage. Brrrrr. I don't want to wait until June to make soap! Does the soap give off fumes as it's curing?
My other question: Does anyone have any suggestions as to what I should make for my first batch? Something easy of course. I have looked at some of the kits on various suppliers websites, but still a bit unsure. I have read enough to feel confident in trying FO, EO, etc. I'm so undecided. I would like to hear from my much more experienced soaper friends and get some real advice.
Many Thanks!!!