Hi from Kimberley, British Columbia

Laura Stoddart · Sep 13, 2022

I've always wanted to make homemade soap so during the pandemic, my husband got me over my fear of dealing with lye and I've been hooked ever since. I have only done HP as I love the rustic look. I love gathering from nature, plus planning my garden containers with flowers and herbs to dry and infuse in oils. I make for family and friends for gifts, a little shy about full-on selling but I have a few people wanting to buy. I have lots to learn yet, I would like to know more and understand the science of soap for when people ask why I put certain things in my recipes. Looking forward to reasearching that kind of stuff.

Relle · Sep 13, 2022

Welcome Laura

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Babyshoes · Sep 13, 2022

Hi and welcome!

lsg · Sep 13, 2022

Welcome to the forum. May I recommend watching the YouTube tutorials on Soaping101 and Bramble Berry?

Misschief · Sep 13, 2022

Welcome, Laura. And Hello from Kelowna!

Zany_in_CO · Sep 13, 2022

Laura Stoddart said:
I would like to know more and understand the science of soap for when people ask why I put certain things in my recipes.

In addition to @lsg 's advice, you might want to spend some time reading @DeeAnna 's Soapy Stuff. There's a wealth of info there based on the science of soapmaking. It's a good thing! :thumbs: