Tutorials on soapmaking, bath fizzies, lotions and more
Get ready for this (seemingly) crazy combo: spicy sriracha glaze drizzled over deliciously dense donuts. It sounds like a pairing that could go terribly wrong, but in this case it's so off-the-wall it works! This recipe is adapted from The Veggie-Lover's Sriracha Cookbook. In the version below, … Continue Reading
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Welcome to the first day of March, everyone! After a surprise snow storm dumped nearly 8 inches in Bellingham earlier this week (and, it's snowing again right now!), we are wishing for sunshine and craving spring; hence all the rainbow colors in this week's Soapy Social Media Roundup. Spring scents, … Continue Reading
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This week was full of newness! A surprise S.O.A.P panel included eight new members, and then there were a variety of products showcased in What's New: Winter Edition 2014 post. That list includes everything from new springtime fragrances such as Wildflower Honey Fragrance Oil and Sunny Herb … Continue Reading
In this episode of Soap Queen TV, I show how easy the Faux Funnel pour technique is. But first let's talk about the name. We call it the Faux Funnel pour because it looks like the funnel pour technique, but you don't use a funnel! The result is that the layers are a little less even. I think it … Continue Reading
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Just when you thought the S.O.A.P. Panel goodness was over, it's ba-ack! The new S.O.A.P Panel includes eight fantastic fragrances that didn't make it into the first round. That also means eight new panelists to try them. We had many applicants who were eager to be part of the first panel, and we … Continue Reading
Give your cuticles a little winter lovin' with this nourishing combination of oils. Chia, Argan and Jojoba are packed with vitamins and skin-loving fatty acids, and the additional Vitamin E oil provides a boost of anti-oxidants. This simple oil takes about 10 minutes to create and doubles as a … Continue Reading
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The are holidays said and done and the new year is underway, so now is the time treat yourself to new soapy products. There are dozens of new products (including a crazy triangle spatula and new silicone molds) since the last What's New post. In the upcoming year, you can expect more new items … Continue Reading
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As spring rolls around, you may be looking for some sprightly colorants to liven up your bath & body products. To mimic the color of fresh green grass or newly sprouted flowers, Green Chrome Oxide and Hydrated Chrome Green may be just what you're looking for. As an added bonus, Green Chrome … Continue Reading
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It may be the middle of February, but I'm ready for spring to arrive. It's exciting to watch the days get longer and feel the temperatures slowly rise. In the meantime, why not get a head start on your spring cleaning? This guest post from organization goddess Michele Connolly is the perfect place … Continue Reading
For the ultimate skin-soothing bar of soap, you can't get much better than this Baking Soda Oatmeal Bar. Made with Castile Rebatch, Oat Extract, Colloidal Oatmeal and baking soda, it has some serious nourishing power. Baking soda provides gentle all-over exfoliation, and oatmeal is renowned for its … Continue Reading
There's no doubting the popularity of goat milk soaps, and Janelle of Jangle Soapworks has elevated milk soaping to an art form. Janelle lives in rural Wisconsin with her family and her small herd of alpine dairy goats. The goats are milked by hand and then the fresh, raw milk is added to the soaps … Continue Reading
Valentine's Day may be over, but there is no reason to abandon heart-themed projects quite yet. This tutorial features the watertight Mini Heart Silicone Column Mold, which works wonderfully for both melt & pour and cold process projects. Spread the love with this fun project! … Continue Reading
Spring is around the corner, and that means lots of opportunity for spring cleaning. Sometimes it's difficult to determine if you should sell, donate or straight up throw something away, but Michele Connolly lays out some clear guidelines to help you figure it out. Connolly is an organization guru … Continue Reading
We're already in the middle of February, and I am doing my best to keep my eating habits on a healthy track. As many of you know, it'so easy to get caught up with the daily hustle and bustle and forget about the priorities you have set for yourself. While going back and reading all the S.M.A.R.T. … Continue Reading