adventures in soapmaking

in an attempt to blog more, i've been looking through my pictures for ideas...

these are the soaps that i ended up giving to some of my coworkers for christmas this last year.

i was really pleased with the results, as this was the first time i'd tried to do something like this. the mint soaps had a great scent, and the spearmint tea that i added in gave the soap a nice exfoliating texture. the grapefruit soaps were equally nice, and i thought the two-toned look worked out well. end result: a gift that looks like it took way more time and energy that it actually did. my coworkers were very impressed.

i kind of feel like i cheated, buying pre-made glycerin. i would've liked to have made it all from scratch, but the soap making process is rather lengthy and i didn't have 2 months for the bars to cure. it's definitely something i'd like to try in the future, though.

i'm fascinated by all of the etsy shops that sell soap. so many possibilities....

out of hiding

apparently, someone has spread the word that i have a blog (you know who you are!!!), and i now i feel shamed into posting more often.

i have a few pictures to post, but my camera cable is currently engaged in covert operations...

in the meanwhile, enjoy this picture of me all dressed up for the motorcycle ride paul and i took new year's eve. i was wearing 2 coats and multiple layers, thermal bottoms and wind pants, and i was still freezing cold. cant wait for warmer weather.