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Welcome to all you seekers of knowledge on all things bath & body related! It’s awesome that you’re eager to make customized and lovely things for your skin and hair! Have I warned you this is the most addictive hobby you’ll try? May I direct you to the newbie section of the blog where you’ll...
Between hurting my back/hip and preparing for the Soapmakers’ conference, I haven’t had any workshop time in the last few months. As a result, I’ve been running out of products and getting progressively more grumpy! Raymond bought body wash thinking we were out! How scandalous! (We weren’t, but we were close!) Today, we made it into...
After a very exciting and short plane ride from Abbotsford to Calgary, and a slightly longer mini van ride to Banff, I’m here at the Canadian Soapmakers’ conference! The main event starts tonight with the Meet & Greet and continues with workshops tomorrow and Sunday! I went out last night with the organizer, Lindalu; the...
I’m leaving for the Canadian Soapers’ Conference in Banff tomorrow! I’ll be posting pictures and stories here every day. If you’re there, let me know if you want to meet up for conversation and maybe some karaoke? I’m so excited, but a little stressed out about travelling by plane. Seems like there are so many charges...
Life is getting busier than normal as I get ready for the Canadian Soapmakers’ conference in Banff this weekend, so I only have time for some short posts this week. I thought I’d address some questions I’ve seen lately over the next few days… If your lotion isn’t thick enough, you can add a thickener like...