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At the ratification meeting for the next 3 year contract, that was just approved, I learned that secretarial start date is two days later than previous contracts. That means I can re-do that soap tomorrow.Today is my last day of summer break… so I made two small batches of soap… but…as I was writing down my notes I realized I’d forgotten to weigh out much less use the Pumice for the bergamot lime scrubby soap.
Ugeauxgirl
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As part of my restocking effort, yesterday I made pumpkin and leaf soap. I carved the pumpkin stems from an old piece of green soap and wedged it into the molds. Not sure how that will work. I also made pine tar soap cause my dad loves it. More soap today!
Actually it was a soapy yesterday. I received the largest and heaviest box from Bramble Berry and re-stocked my shelves. My inventory guy finally came thru so his job is safe. For now. Also shopped brick & mortar for lye. And I made 2 dozen lip balms. Sis has been begging for more and actually bought me the sunflower oil that I couldn't find locally.
Ugeauxgirl
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I made a batch of Oatmeal and honey- with oatmilk of course. Some with ground oatmeal and some without. Tried decorating the top with bubble wrap- will let you know how that turns out. Also made a black and white swirl batch with Somali Soul fragrance. I like it but it's not what I was expecting. I mixed up far too much black so I ended up with a solid black bar and some river stones. Not sure how those will look. 
Ladka
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My parcel arrived this morning so now I have NaOH and can make some soap. And the packaging is what I expect it to be.
I went bonkers and spent my social security check on soapy stuff. Ha Ha Ha Ha...crazy laugh!
I bought this: Soap Router Edger Beveler Tool Fast and Easy 5" | mysite
And this: Pull Through Soap Kit Technique side mounting discs | mysite
And this: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B3DK76CS?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details&th=1
And this but I don't recommend it: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00ESHDGOI?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details
And this (but then I found one like it at Goodwill so now I have two): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0000VZJCI?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details
And these to prevent fingerprints on my soaps when I use the router: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DLF8K51?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details&th=1
And these, why not! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077CQGP73?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details
And that's not counting my fragrances!
Gonna have fun with all these
Hubby wonders when all this soapy stuff is going to end.
I bought this: Soap Router Edger Beveler Tool Fast and Easy 5" | mysite
And this: Pull Through Soap Kit Technique side mounting discs | mysite
And this: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B3DK76CS?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details&th=1
And this but I don't recommend it: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00ESHDGOI?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details
And this (but then I found one like it at Goodwill so now I have two): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0000VZJCI?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details
And these to prevent fingerprints on my soaps when I use the router: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DLF8K51?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details&th=1
And these, why not! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077CQGP73?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details
And that's not counting my fragrances!
Gonna have fun with all these
Hubby wonders when all this soapy stuff is going to end.
I remade the mini batch of scrubby bars & didn’t leave anything out. 
Used a combo FO + lime EO. 1st batch scented with typical 3% but it was light at cut. Since this is a special request (pumice bar & the scent) & I know my friend likes a strong fragrance, I increased fragrance to 5%. The FO was NS grapefruit bergamot + lime EO. My kitchen smells fabulous!!! Like that combo for sure. 
Used a combo FO + lime EO. 1st batch scented with typical 3% but it was light at cut. Since this is a special request (pumice bar & the scent) & I know my friend likes a strong fragrance, I increased fragrance to 5%. The FO was NS grapefruit bergamot + lime EO. My kitchen smells fabulous!!! Like that combo for sure.
Gah!!! I posted earlier about my excitement over my big BrambleBerry delivery. I masterbatched up my lye liquid. I'm rolling along masterbatching my oils and butters until I get to the VERY LAST INGREDIENT, rice bran oil and...where the kitten love is it?! My goshdarn inventory guy fails again! Why oh why do I keep him on? Erg erg erg!
It's hard to find good help these days
Amazon might bail him out - you'll have it it time for the weekend.
I love Joe Burrow. And Justin Jefferson, who now plays for my Minnesota Vikings!
I got me a new-to-me Bud's Woodshop multi-bar soap cutter today! Found it on FB Marketplace for $50!
Just think of all the new goodies you can order now along with that RBO. Just doesn't pay to make a whole order for just one item, right?
I know, I have been having problems since COVID lock downs in my state. My OB/GYN said there are a lot of us that were caught in the lock downs. I hope the post op gives me a full recovery.
Oh, I get it now, @Zing. Your inventory guy looks a lot like you, right? Ha Ha!
Sounds like my housecleaner.
Wow, that’s a haul. The cotton stretchy gloves sound like a great idea and I hope I find another one of those pitchers at my local thrift store. Enjoy!I went bonkers and spent my social security check on soapy stuff. Ha Ha Ha Ha...crazy laugh!
I bought this: Soap Router Edger Beveler Tool Fast and Easy 5" | mysite
And this: Pull Through Soap Kit Technique side mounting discs | mysite
And this: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B3DK76CS?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details&th=1
And this but I don't recommend it: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00ESHDGOI?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details
And this (but then I found one like it at Goodwill so now I have two): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0000VZJCI?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details
And these to prevent fingerprints on my soaps when I use the router: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DLF8K51?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details&th=1
And these, why not! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077CQGP73?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details
And that's not counting my fragrances!
Gonna have fun with all these
Hubby wonders when all this soapy stuff is going to end.
I made whipped sugar soap for the 1st time ever and am immediately running a 
so I can try it out! The recipe was from Abra Evans “Surfactant Free Whipped Soap” booklet that calls for shredded CP soap. I shredded a couple bars from a ZNSC batch that was soft due to FO not being fully incorporated.
Pic here: Another batch of ZNSC complete
so I can try it out! The recipe was from Abra Evans “Surfactant Free Whipped Soap” booklet that calls for shredded CP soap. I shredded a couple bars from a ZNSC batch that was soft due to FO not being fully incorporated.Pic here: Another batch of ZNSC complete
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Ugeauxgirl
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Ugh, I am SO annoyed. I picked the pumpkin fragrance with the least amount of vanilla. The product description said it turned "light tan." My adorable pumpkin soaps turned DARK BROWN. 
My oatmeal honey soap looks amazing though...
My oatmeal honey soap looks amazing though...
Sounds great! I've made something similar with LS paste. Due to the KOH, it's a lot easier to whip up than shredded bar soap made with NaOH. Anyway, let us know how you like it!I made whipped sugar soap for the 1st time ever and am immediately running a
Pic here: Another batch of ZNSC complete
It was stiffer than anticipated & not enough sugar. Recipe as is, needs a bit of tweaking. I think I’ll try with dual lye soap soap paste &/or KoH only soap paste. I have both hanging around. But 1st gotta use this stuff up. There’s a lot of it.
It definitely had minimal bubbles, but felt creamy & very slightly exfoliating. My kids are going to love it. Bar soap is still my fave.
Perhaps you could make a batch with some LS past and some bar soap shreds? I can see that being a great way to use up all those soap trimmings!It was stiffer than anticipated & not enough sugar. Recipe as is, needs a bit of tweaking. I think I’ll try with dual lye soap soap paste &/or KoH only soap paste. I have both hanging around. But 1st gotta use this stuff up. There’s a lot of it.
It definitely had minimal bubbles, but felt creamy & very slightly exfoliating. My kids are going to love it. Bar soap is still my fave.
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