Happy Birthday, Texas Soapmaker's Association!

I apologize for the lapse in blog posts lately, I have found myself fortunate enough to be in attendance at the 10th Annual Texas Soapmaker's Association convention. It was such an unbelievable experience, and I'm truly impressed at the caliber of soapmakers we are lucky enough to have here in Texas.

It was great to hear the guest speakers speak, the expertise they have shared will last a lifetime. I only wish that they could each have had some extra time, because I know I could have learned even more. The guest speakers were some of the top people in our industry - Marie Gale (I bought her FDA Labelling book too and had her sign it!), Tammy Doering, Alecia Marie Fruin, Debbie Matteucci, and our very own Sarah Bogle, Rachel Lane and Susan Svec. To me, all these people are like celebrities. The soaping demos from Lisa Chouinard and Joy Douglas (Feel better soon, Robert!) were also nice to watch. I enjoyed seeing someone else do what I've done, to see if they have a better technique I can learn from.

I have nothing but great things to say about the entire experience. I came home with a great door prize (Thanks Jann from Texas Container & Supply) and took advantage of the vendors being set up there as well. I bought some GM powder from Star Moore (Supplies by Star) and Susan Miller Cavitch's book from SoapEquipment.

I made some new friends too, and had some fun times just sitting around listening to stories and hearing of other people's experiences.

Thank you all very much for all of the hard work that went into the convention. I really, personally appreciate it, and I hope to be able to attend the next conference in 2010!