Meeting of the Minds

It's almost Friday! I'm really looking forward to attending the Central Soapers Workshop that's happening here this weekend. This is the second year of the workshop, organized and presented by the fabulous Kenna of Modern Soapmaking. I've mentioned Kenna in my blog before...she's a superstar soaper and runs a local full time soap business - a true entrepreneur in our field! I feel so fortunate that this conference is based right here in Kansas City and I'm able to attend. I met a ton of awesome people last year, and this year should be even bigger. Free swag bags and generous prize drawings for all participants, soap labs and business presentations are all part of the weekend.

Maybe - just maybe - some of you could make the trip to good old KC and attend next year's workshop with us...so think about it! I should be able to get some photos to post next week to help tempt you into coming! Plus, you know we've got good BBQ - that should be enough to lure you guys here, right?! :)

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Balancing the Possibilities

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Browsing around over lunch time today I came across some beautiful photos by Diva Soap and wanted to share. She has a lovely blog and nice photography. It always amazes me that all over the world there are soapers who create such beautiful products. We all share the same love of soap, skin care and fragrance yet live in such different cultures. It's just very cool! Thank you Maja for your inspiration!

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