Its been a long day trying to get around to doing my Mango & Papaya soap today. I don't know what it is about cold weather that makes me crave summery scents. I'm almost nervous going into this one because I've seen it in my head for so long that I am worried it won't turn out like I've envisioned. Well, it didn't turn out at all like I'd planned, the colors are wrong, the pattern is all wrong, its just... WRONG. *sigh* It smells great, but I'm getting very frustrated because I can't get what's in my head out into the mold.
I cut the Strawberries (and creamless) Cream last night - mmm boy! That is a fine set of swirls, each bar is so very unique. I can't get over how differently each bar actually looks, its amazing.
Soapmaking is all about art to me, its a release of the creativity that becomes pent up inside of me. My friends think I'm crazy because I tell them I dream my soaps. If it comes to me in a dream, I feel compelled to make it. I do it because its enjoyable, and I love knowing that the products I'm using are safe and good for my family. I'm in charge of what goes into it, and if it weren't good enough for my kids, I sure as heck wouldn't bother trying to get everyone else around me to use it.
2 comments:
I think it is awesome that you are expressing yourself this way. I LOVE your soaps. They are so deliciously lovely.
I was thinking. In a few weeks you wanna be plugged by me on my blog, and donate a soap to someone who leaves a comment. I will plug your website and give people ideas for Christmas presents. just a thought. I am getting major traffic these days. I might buy some of the ones I have here anyway for gifts too.
I dream my art or designs too. I think that is when you get some of your best inspiration.
Sounds like a great idea! Give me the details and I'm definitely game.
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