Handmade & Homemade Just for You

It's day three for my countdown to the release of my newest stamp set, Just For You! It's also group post day for the Papertrey Ink Design Team and guess what? They are all creating project using Just For You! They are so incredible... Oh my word!

Yesterday I showed you how you don't have to be someone who makes things to be able to successfully use Just For You... it's a gift giving set in general. When you see the set as a whole you will totally see what I mean. Today I'm back to making stuff... because I like doing that! :) You could easily switch out the made stuff with purchased if you wanted though.

I love making things that are personal and pampering. Bath salts have been a long time favorite... but I thought I'd try my hand at soap making...and let me tell you, it's a BLAST! I started out by searching online to find a source for the products I would need. Bramble Berry is not only an amazing source for products but they have numerous blogs and even videos on how to make everything in a snap! (Little did I know when I first discovered them that they are just a little north of me too!) In addition to providing the soap products for today's post... they wanted to play along in the excitement for Just For You! Make sure you read the end of the post for the chance to win some Bramble Berry goodness!

On to the fun projects!

This mold is what first caught my eye and just about fainted... it's so cute!. I was excited to try this with melt and pour soaps! I also loved their mini Ice Cream Cone erasers. I instantly thought of my Ice Cream Cone image from lOvE songs! Here is what I used to make the first two soaps.

   

I started off simple, with the clear soap and the pink eraser.
 
 

After letting that set, I added a layer of soap with green mica coloring in it. I wanted a complementary color.
 

After removing the soap from the mold I wrapped it in plastic wrap and  placed this cute sticker I made on the back. Imagine the different images and scents you can make. Like orange with an orange slice image... a sweet pea pod and baby scent for a baby shower! Whoohoo! So many fun and, holy cow, super easy possibilities

I could have stopped there... since it's so stinkin' cute but I stepped it up even more. I stamped a little Lemon Tart band to go around the soap, embossing the circle sentiment with clear embossing powder and Raspberry Fizz ink. Now, I wanted to still see the little eraser, so I punched out the center of the sentiment using the EK 1 1/4" circle punch.

 

I added a Eyelet Lace Die cut Border that was stamped with A Little Argyle and stamped the ice cream cone images fro lOvE songs as well as the Bubble image from Just For You on the band.

   

Aren't they adorable! My girls are crawling the walls because they want these so bad! I've had to hid them! LOL! Funny huh!

after getting my feet wet I tried the multi-layer Cone mold. This took a little longer.. but just wait until you see the final result! Now remember... it smells like yummy Chocolate Chip Mint Ice Cream!

First thing I did was to melt the soap, add color and scent. Then I careful added the first chocolate layer. I knew that I wanted the next layer to have "Chocolate Chips" in it so I put some scrap chocolate on that layer.
 

I must have forgotten to snap the other fill photos, but after I let these layers harden I added the mint green color, let dry then the gold-ish cone color. (Here is Bramble Berry's instructions for the mold) I took a tip from the Teach Soap site and scored the back of each layer, making it easy for the layers to stick together! Just wait and see how cute it turned out!

  
Here is the cute, full packaging I created for the custom soap.

 

I stamped the Mat Stack 2 die cut Aqua Mist cardstock with the dotted image from A Little Argyle. The circle sentiment from Just For You is then embossed in white then the center is punched out. Next I punched out the sentiment circle with the larger EK circle punch. I layered that *ring* over the stamped sentiments and ice cream cone. The Making Memories slot punch was used to make the slots in the die for the ribbon to run through.

Notice the cute little box? Yummy too huh! I used the Dotty Biscotti paper to line the simple score box and edged it with Eyelet Lace die cut white cardstock

Here it is right before I adhered it together. 5"x7", score in 1 inch on each side, snip on the score lines on each end until you hit the perpendicular score lines. fold in and glue.  The lid is just Clear Cardstock that is a 7"x 3" piece that is scored in 1" on the two ends. Same with the liner... but after scoring I trimmed the ends a little to make room for the decorative edge. SUPER SIMPLE!!!

 

Here is the set, open for you to see the finished soap! Trust me when I say... It smells good enough to eat!

OK.... one last project for today... and it's going to BLOW you away with possibilities. Here are the products that I used. Notice the Lavender theme! (I was thinking SPA while making this!)

 

Do you see what I've got in the soap mold? Yep... stamps!

   

 You simply place them in the mold before you start pouring! Now... I must admit, I did not think of this idea. Here is the Soap Queen's post. I just put my own twist on it. IMAGINE THE POSSIBILITIES!!! *Jumping up and down!!!*

I tried multi-layering, but didn't do as good as I had hoped. Here is the 1st, gold yellow, layer.
 

Let that set...then I mixed in some white over it and even added a third layer with Lavender blooms in it.

Next I bushed it with some of the gold yellow mica powder. I don't usually like gold but I really liked the idea of Natural Elegant for this ensemble.
 
 

Look how fun it is to have a little message in the soap. I could have done different designs too. Endless possibilities I tell you!

I wanted to make some bath salts that were Lavender scented too... (1 cup Sea Salts, 1 Tbs Lavender, 1 Tbs Baking Soda, 3 ML Hungarian Lavender Fragrance Oil.)

I even added a tad of the coloring to sparkle it up a bit. (wish it showed up in the photo.)

Here is the finished and packaged soap!

   

I used the same box concept as the Ice Cream soap, but started out with  5"x5" cardstock. I used Kraft and simply stamped it with the new Background Basics: Geometric set. Very Elegant. Totally matches the stamped coffee bag too.

Here is a great example of why having a sentiment in stamp form is SO fantastic! Being able to emboss it to coordinate with your gift provides such an elegant feel.

 

I used the Lavender Sprig image from my Life set to complement the packaging.

Elegant but not glitzy or over the top. This is the perfect gift for someone who is going through a rough time and needs some relaxation.

Now that you've made it through the long and wonderful post let me tell you about a little GIVEAWAY!

Bramble Berry is offering a $25 gift certificate for one lucky winner.

How to enter...

• Leave a comment on this post telling me what your favorite Just For You project is, by anyone, not just me and voila! You will be entered!
• OPEN TO EVERYONE.
• One entry per person.
• Winner will be chosen by random generator and will be announced May 13th @ 9 pm PST. You have until 30 minutes before then to enter!
• The winner will have to contact me from their email address they used to enter so I can confirm the winner. They will then be contacted by Bramble Berry to receive their prize.

ALSO... Don't forget to enter to win Just For You, Mat Pack 2 Die, Eyelet Lace Die and ALL THE FELT over on Nichole's Blog!!!

Here are the links to the Papertrey Ink Design Team. showcasing Just For You!

• Erin Lincoln
• Maile Belles
• Betsy Veldman
• Dawn McVey
• Debbie Olson
• Heather Nichols
• Kim Hughes
• Melissa Phillips
• Michelle Wooderson
• Niki Estes

I have even MORE up my sleeve for tomorrow... see you then!

Thanks for poppying by!

 

• Stamps- Just For You (Available May 15th), lOvE Songs, A Little Argyle
• Ink- Raspberry Fix, Summer Sunrise, Hibiscus Burst, Aqua Mist.
• Paper- Lemon Tart, White
• Other- Eyelet Lace Die, 1 1/4 " EK Circle Punch, Bramble Berry Soap making products and molds.
  

 

• Stamps- Just For You (Available May 15th), lOvE Songs, A Little Argyle
• Ink- Dark Chocolate, Fresh Snow, Aqua Mist.
• Paper- Dotty Biscotti, Aqua Mist, Kraft, White, Clear Cardstock
  
• Other- Mat Pack 2 Die, Eyelet Lace Die, 1 1/4 " & 2" EK Circle Punch, Bramble Berry Soap making products, Mint Chocolate Chip scent and molds.

• Stamps- Just For You, Background Basics: Geometric(Available May 15th),Life, Fresh Alphabet
  
• Ink- Dark Chocolate, Plum Pudding, Encore Gold
  
• Paper-  Kraft, Plum Pudding
• Other-  Eyelet Lace Die, Plum Pudding Grosgrain, Gold Ribbon, Simply Chartreuse buttons, Small Coffee Bag.1 1/4 " & 2" EK Circle Punch, Bramble Berry Soap making products, Hungarian Lavender scent, mold, Sea Salt.

 

Comments

[Debbie (aka debbiedesigns)]

1.

Oh my word, Leese--this is fabulous!

[Ashley Stephens]

2.

Love these ideas! My favorite "just for you" gift are just handmade cards. They mean so much more than regular store bought ones!
Thanks for the chance to win!

[Melissa Phillips]

3.

You are amazing Leese...completely amazing projects.
Melis

[Judy Walsh]

4.

Sweet! Loving the "Hope Soap" (that rhymes!) All your projects are awesome. Thanks for the continued inspiration.

[Ngan R.]

5.

Beautiful creations Lisa!!! What a great twist to making homemade soaps. The multilayer ice cream soap looks good enough to eat! My favorite homemade and handmade gifts are dressed up baskets and boxes with lots of home baked goodies, like the gable box you dressed up the other day with the apron. I also liked Erin's sweet little gift box with the baby bib. Great set--can't wait to start playing with it.

[Dee Rose]

6.

Lisa, the packaging you created for your lavender bath salts is so beautiful and elegant! It's definitely my favorite. I love your new set and it can be used in so many different ways. Fabulous!

[Tammy]

7.

I love them all but its heather Nichols cards, tags and envelopes that are my absolute favourite here very closely followed by the beautiful apron and its descriptive tag by Michelle Wooderson.

[Beverly BL]

8.

All of your soaps and wrappers are so cute. I can smell them from here. YUM!

[Jamie MP]

9.

My fav project is definitely your lavender soap! Lavender is my favorite scent and I didn't realize how easy it could be to make such lovely soap. This sure beats my lavender sachets that I made last Christmas :)

[Cari]

10.

Lisa, that ice cream cone soap wins. Hands down. Love it!

[Dixie C.]

11.

This is so cute! I have to say the ice cream soap is my favorite. My kids would be washing like crazy trying to get to the eraser!

[Cindy Holshouser]

12.

I'm glad to know about Bramble Berry since I'm in Washington state. The molds are adorable and your projects stunning. I love Erin's idea of combining baby bibs and a spoon. So darling. (runner up is Michelle's apron and matching card).

[Wendy H]

13.

I really liked your multied layered ice cream cone soap. That was just too cute!

[Donna Simpson]

14.

My goodness...these are amazing! I especially like the ice cream cone!

[Paige]

15.

Wow! I just adore all your projects - especially the little erasers embedded in the soap. I just checked out the Brambleberry site - I'll be ordering from them soon! You probably should have put a big ENABLER ALERT warning on your post today (LOL!).

{Paige

[Kelly M]

16.

You're projects are my favorite - it makes me want to try out a new craft!
Thanks!

[AnnElise R.]

17.

I am so in love with all the possibilities of your stamp set. It really makes me want to branch out into other hobbies just so I can create things to give away! :)

[Jeannine]

18.

the projects are all so cute, however the ice cream cone soap was calling my name. mint chocolate chip is my favorite!!! the design team have really outdone themselves. great projects.

[DebbieB]

19.

That ice cream soap is just absolutely darling...love them all but it is TOO cute!

[Carla]

20.

Ok, my daughter and all her friends would love the ice cream eraser soap and I love Bramble Berry since I'm just down the road from you in Snohomish :) this stamp set ROCKS!!

[Kendall]

21.

Boy oh boy! It is very hard to pick a favorite but I am going to say Nicole's quilt and card. Those colors and the little vine on the mat won me over.

[C Burke]

22.

I like them all! But, if I had to pick one to make right now, it would have to be Debbie's. They are all wonderful and I am going to forward your blog to my daughter. She makes soaps.

[Kim]

23.

All the projects are wonderful, but I love your handmade soaps the best. Your packaging is beautiful.

[Pamela~]

24.

You Rock! (and so do the Bramble Berry products!)

[Tanya]

25.

I love the bath salts. Lavender is my fave :)

[Diana Sood]

26.

All your projects are wonderful, the soaps came out so adorable. I love it.

[jen shears]

27.

THIS is my favorite post!!! Love it so much! Great job!

[Lisa Stenz]

28.

Oh my word if that is not the cutest thing ever! I LOVE the soap ideas and adding stamps to get a personalized message is AMAZING! I can't wait to try this! I think that is my favorite project yet!! *Ü* Thanks for the chance to win the wonderful gift certificate!!

[Amanda H]

29.

I love love love the letter soap. It's one of the best projects I've ever seen. Seriously. It's great.

[Rebecca Ednie]

30.

Are you kidding! I would LOVE that GC! I have been making my own soaps for ages and I love adding things to the soap! I've even made a basket of soaps and bath salts for a wedding present (I was pretty broke). Your ice cream soap was amazing! The 'choc chips' look so real!

[Cassandra]

31.

They are all right up my alley gift-wise but my favourite would have to be the little ice-cream cone, looks like its under the sea! I usually just decorate soaps with wrapping etc, but making them adds a whole new dimension - wonder if they ship to Australia.

[Erica Fields]

32.

Oh, it's definitely the soaps for me. Such a lovely presentation...makes me want to put aside stamping for a bit and start getting soapy.

[Paula]

33.

Those darling, oh-so-cuuuTe soaps are the sweetest! That looks like something I want to try my hand at -- genious! I am inspired! Thank you!

[Heather]

34.

My internet cut out as I was posting so I don't think it worked - if so, please forgive the second comment/entry...

I really like the packaging on the ice cream soap. The eylet and punched out window are perfect!

[Rachel Azarnoff]

35.

Wow, I am loving this post so much!! I just love homemade soap, esp with lavender. I love everything you have made with the different kinds of soap, the lettering, the cards, everything!!! You have inspired me! I am going to read all the other blogs as well and I know I will be just as inspired by them as much as you have inspired me!! Yes, jump up and down many times. You have deserved huge applauses on this one!!
I can't wait to make it all and to get my hands on those Bramble Berry products!!

[elana k]

36.

I have to say that I am totally digging these adorable soaps!! I love how you've packaged them and the use of stamps. Thanks for the chance to win. :)

[Debbie M.]

37.

OMG! I love the lavender set, it's my favorite scent! I also think the other two projects are so adorable! Thanks for sharing~~now pick me!!! LOL

[Shelly K]

38.

Lisa, What a great set!! I love giving gifts and this is a perfect compliment!
My fav...your apron from yesterday's post - LOVE it! and I love to cook! So today would have to be Mish's apron gift too!

[Barbara Murphy]

39.

I'm torn between the creations by Melissa Philips, Nichole, Pine, Mish, Erin and yours! Don't make me choose! :)

A versatile set...a Papertrey trademark?

[Alyssa B]

40.

that ice cream cone is beyond beautiful! If I received it as a gift i wouldnt want to use it cause its too perfect!

[Lynne Phelps]

41.

I love the soap! I have made candles before but not soap - looks like a similar process! Next, Melissa's heart full of embellies looks really interesting. Hmmm. Then the various handmade card sets were really nicely packaged. . . I guess I'll stop now, although I could go on!

[Jane]

42.

I love your post! Particularly because I, too, enjoy making bath salts. I've gotta check out those video tutorials on how to make the soaps! Thanks for the inspiration.

[Ann]

43.

I've never made soap but you've truly inspired my to try Lisa - you've created some wonderful gifts here and I just love them all. But I have to vote for Mish's apron post as my favourite from all these wonderful posts today - what a hoot that girl is!

[Ingrid Danvers]

44.

Your projects are beautiful, Lisa. And so is your stamp set. I really like your handmade soaps and packaging. And using the alphabet stamps for a personal message is so clever. Can't wait to put this set in my cart. I love all projects by the other DT members. Their (and your) creations have blown me away. What an amazingly talented team. My favorites are the projects by Debbie and Melissa.

[Aunt Min]

45.

Omigosh, my fav project by far, is the beautiful quilt and card by you,Lisa. I am mesmerized by the color combo and backgrounds used. I'm starting my "Paper Trey" order list right now! My mind is twirling with the possibilities for the "Just for You set."

[Alice W.]

46.

your soaps are so stinking cute, Lisa!!! i LOVE that chocolate layered ice cream cone one! just image how good you will smell after using it!!!!!! wait, you have to USE it first, i don't think any one would use that one!!! It's just too cute! =) thank you so much for this super fun and inspirational post! i LOVE and enjoyed it so much, Lisa!!

[Margaret Owen]

47.

Oh Lisa, just when I had decided not to start any new crafts you show me these. I think you are soooo talented.

[Alexandra]

48.

Wow, Lisa, that is just fabulous!! I have visited all the blogs for this set and love them all but yours is my all time favourite! I am not just saying that because it's your blog, I just love the soaps and how they turned out and how you dressed everything up! Love it!
Love, Alex

[Beth C]

49.

I used to make soap with my kids to give away as gifts. We used mini molds and they made the perfect gifts, but our packaging was a little plain compared to yours. YOur new set looks like it will give us all so many options for our handmade gifts. So clever!!! I think it's time to try the soaps again.

[Mariah]

50.

Wow, once again, you have completely inspired me, but on a whole new level. I think I might try my hand at soap making now. I love the lavender project. Thanks!

[Laura]

51.

these are fantastic!

[Elena]

52.

OHMYGOODNESS! These are adorable! What a super cute idea and super cute stamp set! LOVE! That hope soap is super clever...may have to steal for my daughter's birthday party favors...:) I used to buy from Bramble Berry when I delved into soap and candle making way back. I just may have to get back into it with all these new possibilities and of course this stamp set!

[Terri Michalenko]

53.

Amazing! You are so talented! Thanks for sharing...love your new set!

:0) Terri from Texas

[Holly F]

54.

I have some leftover lavendear from sachets I made (inspired by PTI)..now I have another inspiration...can't wait to try soap making! I think this set and new craft will be my kids and my summer project! Love your set..definite must have in the craft room. Thanks for the opportunity to win.

[Lynn]

55.

Lisa, I love all of the inspiration, but think Pine's is my favorite...I love giving cards so this had lots of inspiration for me! Thanks for the opportunity to win!

[Lynne Goulet]

56.

I love the handmade soap idea, especially the set with the bath salts! This is the perfect gift combo for holiday gifts for my co-workers. I intend to order some supplies from Bramble Berry and get started - thanks for the inspiration!

[Sandye Curry]

57.

I love it all--but my true favorite is the Hope soap! I would so love to use it!

[Pat]

58.

I so want that mint chocolate chip ice cream cone soap. All your packaging is so adorable.

[Janet B]

59.

Wow--what great ideas! I love what you've created!

[Bethshaya]

60.

I have never even thought of making soap and it looks so easy. I am going to check out the Bramble Berry site to see if there are ideas out there for me! I love the Hope Soap and using stamps. What a great way to personalize a gift for different occasions.

[Calley Crawford]

61.

OMGoodness!! Luv them all. My favorite has to be your icecream cone soap, Lisa. It is just yummy! I will definitely have to try making this one. Thanks for all the inspiration!!

[Kim]

62.

I love all of them, but yours is my favorite. I like make gifts for family and friends, but I have never tried making soap. You have inspired me!

[michelle]

63.

hmmm..this is a very tough decision...im loving the ice cream cone..but also love your cleverness in using the little clear stamps to create the HOPE soap..

[Janine R.]

64.

How do you pick just one!?! I must try soap-making now. Love all the great ideas for your Just For You set!!

[Angela K.]

65.

I have been falling in love with your set more and more each day! The sentiments and images you thought to include with it covers everything I would want...and more! I've never seen such a versatile, all-encompassing set. This one will be a must-have! I LOVE making homemade gifts, and being able to wrap them up in beautiful, matching packaging is the icing on the cake! And after seeing those beautiful soaps and bath salts, I think I may have to add another hobby to my list!! Thank you for the ginormous dose of inspiration :) Congratulations on another fabulous release...can't wait to add it to my cart!

[Angela H.]

66.

I haven't seen a project from the team that I DON'T totally want to do -- Betsy's pin, Mish's apron, and definitely your soaps -- that would be a brand-new craft for me! Thanks for designing such a fun set!

[Lisa]

67.

I have wondered in the soap making sections of craft stores and thought maybe I should give this a try. After seeing your post, I am in love with the idea! What wonderful and unique gifts you have made!!!

[Brenda Weaver]

68.

These ideas are fantastic!!! All of them! Wow! They'd all be so fun to try and to personalize for a specific theme or event. Thanks o much for sharing these cool ideas.

[Harriet]

69.

I am loving your set and the gifts you made I can just smell and feel the elegance of them and the gift wrappings just sat them off perfectly.

Thanks to Bramble Berry for this wonderful chance to win this great prize !!

[Taheerah]

70.

I've been really lazy with my commenting Lisa but just wanted to say I've really been loving all your projects you've been putting together with this set. So creative! If your gifts don't have any loving homes to go to I'll glady take them off your hands! ;o)

[Sheryl]

71.

I love the stamp message in the soap idea. Wow, that has infinite possibilities! The boxes are fantastic too! What a really super gift idea. Just what I need, a new addiction!

[Karen Wegner]

72.

Very cool idea. What makes the gift is the way you've made the packaging for presentation. You are wonderfully creative and inspiring.

[Leigh Ann Baird]

73.

I am loving this stuff! All the DT's projects are outstanding, but your project is my favorite because it's so different! Your post has inspired me to make something!

[Karin]

74.

Great idea! The last time I gave soap as a gift people loved it.. And mine did not have this kind of personal packaging! I adore this new set:)

[Erin]

75.

I really love Heather Nichol's card/tag/envelope gift set - mostly because I know thats something I can handle!! But, your soaps are absolutely beautiful! Surely has me intrigued! And, the bath salts sound sensational! You really outdid yourself this time!!!

[Marti]

76.

I love the HOPE soap project. It combines two of my favorite pastimes, stamping and soap making. Great job!

[Melissa sibert]

77.

I think I like your project the best, Lisa. Such a fab stamp set and great ideas for soaps. I have been asking for a stamp set like this fir a long time.

Melissa S.

[Melissa Ladd]

78.

Lisa--this is amazing!! I love the soap with "HOPE" embossed in, wow! Those ice cream cone soaps are too cute! Love it all and the packagin is what makes it all look so pretty!

[Michele]

79.

Oh my, I haven't seen all the other creations but these ROCK!!! I am head over heals in love with the ice cream soap...and the HOPE soap just melts my heart. Endless possibilities - thanks for stepping out and playing with some new stuff. Now I'm off to check out Bramble Berry!

[Rhonda H]

80.

Wow! I love the soaps, I love Maile's necklace and flowers. I love this set. I love the PTI designers.

[Jamie Greene]

81.

I don't think it is possible to have a favorite they are all fantastic!! This set will definatlely be in my cart this month!!

[Darla]

82.

All the projects are great, but the soaps you made are just so stinkin cute!! Thanks for the inspiration!

[Carrie]

83.

I love your soap that you created with the ice cream cone erasers. Though it was hard to pick but that just reminded me of summer and when I was little I had erasers like that and I thought they were so cool (still do). :) Love your new set Lisa and all dies!

[Mary]

84.

Wow, that is what I have to say about these soaps. I can't wait to make some with my girls and I bet my son will like it too. What great little gifts these will be for our friends and grandparents. I love the soap projects and I love Betsy's flower pin. Very cute girls, you never disappoint me.

[Janet S]

85.

These soaps are so cute I just want to try soap making. I loved the ice cream cone and the inspiration soap. Who wouldn't want a soap like that? Also liked Debbie's card set. This design team has such wonderful ideas to help all of us out here with our gift giving. Thank you so much.

[Mandy Smith]

86.

What a fun idea!!!! I may need to start a new hobby. Wouldn't these be fun gifts to give. Oh, I may be hooked.

[tracy Harp]

87.

Of course all the ladies came up with great projects but your soap is incredible! I especially love the Hope soap, how simple yet wonderful! You could start a business in your spare time, lol!

[KimH]

88.

I haven't even looked at all the other projects yet but I absolutely love your soap sets. I don't need another hobby but those soaps are just too cute and I might have to check them out!

[Tracey McNeely]

89.

What is not to love about all your projects. Love the ice cream cone soaps, so fun. My favourite part is the packaging and cards, the perfect top off.

[Gabriela]

90.

OMG... I make soap too, what a fabulous idea! Thanks for sharing it. So it is really hard for me to pick because I love them all, but I love your soap one the best, followed by Dawn's anniversary gift.

I feel like making some soap now!!!

[Sue Pardue]

91.

These soaps are adorable Lisa! I love both of the ice cream soaps the best. You made it look so easy. :)

[Aimee]

92.

Uh oh. I'm in trouble! I am over the moon for all of these projects and can't pick just one. I've never made soap before but I'm a sucker for good soap and I spend waaay too much money at Lush so I am all over these projects!! The stamps in the soap is so crazy, can you imagine personalized soaps? Awesome! :) I really hope I win because I am going to go broke otherwise :)

[keva brown]

93.

You know..as i'm reading through all of the blog posts for this set the past few days i'm thinking, "it's cute, but I don't make anything nor do I have the desire to make anything" and then here you come with the homemade soap! Awesome. That is totally something I would love to do. I have got to go to that website and see what I can get myself into. Great project today. This soap is definitely my favorite because it's something that I can see myself doing and enjoying!

[Jennifer Delaurier]

94.

I've been loving all your projects this week, but I have to say that the black, red and white apron/gable box ensemble has got to be my favourite! Thanks for sharing your ideas!

[melanie]

95.

wow, you gals have really outdone yourselves today...I can't choose... especially love everything about your lavender set, love Mish's apron and hilarious post, Mel's heart, Nichole's quilt, Heather's note set, can't even remember all of the rest, guess I'll go look again! Thank you ALL for the continuous inspiration!!!

[chriss blagrave]

96.

Love your ice cream cones soap and I am in love with the packaging and customizing of all of the super talented team! I am going to need this set!

[Kristin Burge]

97.

OK - these are the cutest ideas ever!!!! The ice cream soap is my favorite. I think you "talked" me into trying that one out. Hey - if it will make my kids wash their hands well - I'll try anything! :)
THANKS!
-Kristin B.

[Lorie Straley]

98.

I have to pick a favorite??? I really like so many of them, the soaps, your apple candies, Nichole's quilt - beautiful, the card making set - got to try that one! So many ideas! My favorite is probably the popcorn set by Dawn McVey. It is so simple and fun. I would love to make one for my sister's family. However, after seeing your soap post, I am thinking about delving back into the world of soap and giving soaps for Christmas! I love the packaging - really makes these soaps a gift!

[Linda W]

99.

I love everything! But that's a cop-out. If I have to pick, it has to be Nichole's quilt because of my love of all things stitched. But that was neck & neck with your soaps and Maile's jewelry. This is an absolutly fabulous, versatile set!! Thank you.

[anne]

100.

I have never tried soap making but now I will have to give it a try. These would be lovely little gifts to have on hand for any occasion. Can't wait to see this set in its entirety.