Soap Fun

Last night I decided it was time I made some soap with my new fun scents and colors.  Using Bramble Berry's Energy scent, I made a layered square bar and a lavender & white marbled bar. 

Here they are in the mold on a rack cooling

This is the finished layered bar.

This is the finished lavender marbled bar.

Both of these bars are made with the Energy Scent.  Their description on the site is:   

Energy:A stimulating blend of Citrus, including Grapefruit, Lemon and Lime, with hints of fresh Cucumber and Jasmine, and a touch of Pineapple, Blackberry and Champagne. Energy is an exciting mix that's perfect for spring and summer.

I also used a sample they had sent of the Spiced Mahogany.  I think I went overboard on the fragrance so it's a bit strong.  Their description on the site is:

Spiced Mahogany: This deep, rich woody scent has notes of Italian Bergamot, Apple Wood and Tonka Bean to round out the darker, more sensuous Patchouli, Cedarwood, and Oakmoss. To keep this fragrance from smelling like a freshly cut wood floor, we've added spices of Cardamom, Vanilla Bourbon and allspice. Because of the Vanilla, this fragrance will discolor your soap but the resulting fragrance is one of sophistication and verve.

Hopefully we find a use for it.  It's so cute in it's snowflake shape.  Paul doesn't like it too much.  He thinks the snowflake is corny.

I also re-purposed the original bars we made as testers.  We didn't put in enough fragrance and they had an almost glycerin smell.  Since it was our 1st try and we were still trying to get the ratios correct.  I remelted them and added a little blue mica which made the color even richer.  Then I added a bit more White Tea and Ginger Fragrance which is by far my favorite.  Take a look at the site's description:

White Tea and Ginger (BBW Type): - This fragrance has a delightful warm and comforting smell. With top notes of Bergamot, Lemon Peels and Green Daylilies, this fragrance is brought back to its roots with a base of Ginger, Nutmeg and Warm Musk. White floral notes, such as Hyacinth, Freesia and Peony complete the mix. This fragrance is unique in many ways and it is difficult to pick out individual notes when you smell the soothing blend.

 I love making soap... I think I'll have to add this to my list of hobbies.  I'm still experimenting with different smells and looks and I'll continue to do so.  It's a lot of fun. 

I think that our guests will really enjoy a homemade bar as a favor for our wedding.  I definitely know the scent and Paul wants to stick to a solid color but the layered bar is so pretty!