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Relaxing Sunday

Good Day All!
I was feeling good enough to make a few batches of soap this weekend, and have enjoyed my afternoon of cutting, so I thought I'd share.  I've had alot of trouble using my PVC pipe as a mold in the past.  I love the round soap bars but always grew frustrated to the point of fury getting it out of the tube.  Yesterday I tried parchment inside the pipe and it slipped right out with just a gentle pull! So that's the way to do it for sure!  I also tried a few new fragrance oils, both from Sweet Cakes (Bergamot Coriander and Mango Tea). I have yet to be disappointed with anything I've purchased and am extremely impressed with the quality of their oils. A few weeks ago I did "Romance", with WSP's "Romance in Bed" and the swirl turned out very cool - hopefully ready in time for Valentine's Day gifts.  They all smell wonderful, and it feels good to be doing my thing again.
"Southern Sweet Tea"
"Gulf Stream"



"Romance" 

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  1. All three batches look great, Angie! The swirls are so pretty. I especially love the bright, happy colors of the Southern Sweet Tea soap!

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    1. Thank you for the compliments, Jenny - I admire your work, so that means alot to me!

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