Hi there everyone!

[DDMTEX]

Hi! I'm a real newbie to soapmaking. I've gotten to the point where the gifts I give my family and friends are all homemade. Nothing store bought. So my next project is soap. I belong to a crafting group and we were wondering if there was anyone in the Houston area that would be willing to teach us a soapmaking class. I'd really appreciate it!

Thanks! I'm looking forward to sharing with everyone and learning from all of you!

Deidre

 

[Relle]

Hi Deidre

Welcome, there is plenty of info for you to read here to make your first soap. Good luck with finding a teacher in your area.

 

[CaraBou]

Good for you for trying to line up some learning! If I was closer, I'd show you guys. Wanna come to Alaska??

 

[AnnaMarie]

Welcome to the forum!

 

[DDMTEX]

Alaska! I was there in August on a cruise. It was fantastic! Wish I could go back soon.

 

[Lbrown123]

Hi Deidre!
That is exactly how I got started making soap! I made soap for 2 months in preparation for Christmas last year. I gifted about 100 bars of soap. I used all BB fragrances and used their lye and fragrance calculator. Most came out pretty good for a beginner. Also there are a lot of u tube videos out there with instructions. I also used a e book the Everything Soapmaking Book. It is addicting and fun.

Good luck on your first batch ! And welcome!

 

[lsg]

Deidre, I suggest watching the Soapqueen tutuorials on making cold process soap. She is very thorough. Soaping101 is another blog that has some good info. I also suggest starting with a small batch, 1 lb. was what I started with.