Cranberry Orange Soap + People Copying My Designs | Royalty Soaps

[@francescalace3254]

I'm an artist and my mentor once told me "Once someone starts using, stealing or copying your work, you know you've made it"

[@starlite222]

VelvetLace umm to me that makes no sense pls explain to me 😂😂

[@mmushypushy]

Liah W. That means you’re so good and successful people want to emulate you

[@susanmoyle8143]

Mashed Illustration exactly...it’s like the ultimate compliment 😊

[@2boys1man4me]

I’ve heard the same thing... imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. I’m in music and I’ve been down this road. You’ll burn out trying to hunt down everyone that has a riff that might sound similar to yours.

[@tanyabonnett7787]

I was a chef with many of my own recipes that I had developed. Most chefs don't share recipes at all but I give my recipes to anyone who asks,because if I die tomorrow so does my recipes So sharing recipes with soap I think is extremely kind and generous

[@Tina-ez4xi]

You are a good soul!!

[@skinsey85]

That's awesome! What's your favorite recipe?

[@roslynhita6149]

I kinda feel knowledge is MEANT to be shared..and I believe each person brings their own interpretation of any particular design so...do we really copy each other?

[@violetcarson5532]

I agree

[@iAmLoVeD123]

I know this is an old comment but I agree with you so much! I'm tired of people saying "that's my secret cookie recipe" and refusing to share. Or I've even been given the recipe but it doesn't turn out the same like they left something out 😓 I'll always share my recipes with people who ask. 💜

[@amysumek5088]

You are the reason I make soap now. And I will always be grateful to you for that. That said, I don’t sell my soap and, though I find your designs inspirational my soaps look nothing like yours. Think of yourself as a soapy fairy godmother spreading soaping lessons to people who may otherwise never have found this thing that they now love.

[@heidistreeter9208]

I also make soap because of Katie! I don't sell mine either, just share with friends and family. It's so fun, and addicting!!

[@patriciamartin-aragonperez8977]

Me too!

[@radiobree]

Same here! Katie was the inspirational push I needed to take the next step towards making soap myself. I'm just starting out, but I hope one day I can get on her level!

[@radiobree]

Same here! Katie was the inspirational push I needed to take the next step towards making soap myself. I'm just starting out, but I hope one day I can get on her level!

[@vidasworld8503]

Me too!!!!!

[@rachaeltelakowicz6720]

I watched you for about 3 months before attempting my first batch of Cold process. I researched for about a year and was making melt and pour the entire time. My daughter is autistic and I started making her melt and pour soaps with toys in them to keep her distracted in the tub. It worked and she let me wash her hair and body without a fit!! I opened my etsy and sell other items I've made for my family and friends and I love it. It helps me pay for groceries some months. You inspire me, teach me, and encourage me to continue. I thank you for that! I never try to copy and honestly don't think I could even if I tried. I look forward to watching your video every week! I've ran into being in the same wavelength as others many times now.

[@o_lymbias4159]

My little sister is neuroatypical, we do a lot of soaping and candleling together. It is very cool to connect a bit.

[@cheekysaver]

As a new soaper... I never steal designs.... but I can think something up... run off and make it and then cut it only to find 50 other people have done it before me. LOL I got all excited a few times over a soap being all original and then found someone else did it. That was when I realized... if you grab a certain fragrance it automatically makes people think of certain colors.... then there are only so many techniques so yeah... there are always going to be similar soaps... BUT I love soaping so much I just don't care. We all inspire each other... and you most certainly are a inspiration...even though I can't pipe... I LOVEEEE watching you soap. :)

[@pendlera2959]

Yeah, not many people will pick up a lime fragrance and color it purple, or do a charcoal soap with birthday cake fragrance. Anything that's themed (birthstones, seasons, holidays) is going to run out of variations pretty quick.

[@glamorousalivia]

PLEASE make a pumpkin spice latte soap!

[@100makeupfreak8]

nooooooooooooooooo dont start the pumpkin spice everything

[@ameko1ikiru]

@@100makeupfreak8 how about just a pumpkin pie soap then? Appease the dessert people as well as the psl people :)

[@mewsingsbynatk]

Complete with a sprinkling of "cinnamon."

[@mormadeart]

Thank you. Like, honestly thank you. I'm a full time digital artist, mainly working through twitter, and a lot of times I put myself down and compare myself to others who get more commissions than me. Although I have never had copy cats or anything, what you said about keeping our eyes on our own prize is very true for me. I need to stop worrying about how successful someone else is at what I do, and just be happy with the simple fact that I do get business. So, Katie, thank you from the bottom of my heart and have a very blessed day!

[@manon2772]

You're awesome... Seriously I started buying some soap making equipment since I started watching your videos... You're so passionate and so open and caring, you make others want to try something new...

[@thebrokeheiresscandles]

My first exposure to high top soap loaves with frosting was 35 years ago. I thought it was very innovative back then, and still do. Each soap artist has the same availability of materials to use in the form of ingredients, fragrance oils, embed molds, techniques, etc., so there will always be a lot of similarities among soap artists somewhere. Artists who are painters such as Van Gogh and Monet were both impressionist artists, with the same materials to use, but their 'look' and final product were different, yet similar. I admire all artists, all variations, both with brush and paint, soap, pen and ink, etc.

[@kimberlywaterburydewittdew7542]

Sandra Berger indeed!!!

[@vernettejackson8583]

Sandra Berger absolutely. Whenever a soaper gives out their recipe, a fan will always feel privy to make the same exact soap because she's sooo friendly and good at what she does. She has inspired so many and will always have fans do this. Me on the other hand I like to think I'm creating and making my own designs even though it's sooo many similarities out there.

[@TheFloMachine]

your advice on just doing you and not caring about copycats and that because they're always a step behind anyway is true in situations like yours, where you are the bigger and more known soap maker anyway, but it's a different story with for small new designers/businesses having their designs stolen by big companies (for example wish) which actively ruins your business and hinders you making money of your creations.

[@AnoukiMorgenstern]

I agree with you. I'm an illustrator and it happened so many times already, that more well known people and companies stole my art. It's disheartening to see them gain all the praise and tenthousands of likes while I stay unrecognised .__.

[@RoyaltySoaps]

As I said, I adopted this idea when I was NOT a bigger and more known soap maker. I have had my images stolen and put on Wish, eBay, Aliexpress, and many other foreign websites when I didn’t even have an Instagram, much less a following there. My outlook and advice I discussed in this video is talking about fellow small businesses and creators, not major corporations. For those, I issue DMCAs IF I find out about it.

[@koseshie6762]

@@RoyaltySoaps i agree with you totally. I keep in mind: there are many fast food restaurants who sell like items on their menus. Same name, same features, but very different tastes and different qualities! Also, there is always going to be someone trying to be like you... We know there is only one original. Keep up the good work! Love your positive attitude towards the situations life throws at you. You're an amazing person! You're my best friend that i never had! 😊😁

[@Sweetpixels01]

Oh My Goodness! "One person can't clean them all" Katie you are amazing! For someone so young you are such an advanced human, I've never met you but girl I love ya! You're awesome. Please just keep being you, it would break my heart to see you become jaded, I'm 49 years old, I've been soaping MP for nearly 30 years, you inspired me to branch out into cold process, watching Kenny at Royal Apple Berry helped me get over my fear of the lye and you're both awesome!

[@UnderstandablyCliche]

They say “imitation is the sincerest form of flattery”. Who is they and why are they so full of wisdom?

[@TarotLadyLissa]

I was just going to say that!

[@TalonStormCrow]

Came here to say this exact saying! I, myself, have wanted to try soap making with her recipe. Not to sell, just to give to family and friends, but I wanted to video me making the things I come up with. So I have been afraid to do so since I didn't wish to upset her.

[@SatiSim]

Wilhelm Busch Said something like this. Not exactly, I think she interpreted it to fit in here.

[@emmacampbell1306]

This is exactly why i watch your videos. You’re mature beyond your years and your advice to other small business owners is absolutely amazing. I remember years ago someone was a bit nasty to you on line and you told your mum and she told you to shut your computer and not to worry. My daughters watched that with me and they’ve taken that advice with them. You’d be surprised what you’ve said over the years that has helped and changed people. You’re a beautiful happy and wise old soul and the world needs more of that sprinkled all over, just like your glitter. So, thank you and have a wonderful day 😊

[@AmandaGeyerSnobahr]

Your videos are my primary motivator for getting into soap-making. You look to be having so much fun, I want to have fun, too! Your enthusiasm for what you're doing is seriously infectious.

[@EdensSecret1]

I'm nodding my head in agreement. 7 billion people on the planet indeed. You are so right about people having the same idea's. I know myself I have certain idea's, only for another soaper to beat me to it, it happens. A VERY important person once said "it gains a man nothing to worry".... P.S. the soap is gorgeous and good to see the orange colour stayed orange.

[@camoteez]

I only recently found videos on soap making. I’ve always been interested in making soap. I appreciate your generosity. Also you being candid about how you feel about others who copy your designs even how you do your videos. Learning so much from you and inspired by your upbeat attitude and take on a lot of things. ❤️❤️❤️

[@andrewfranks6233]

Others imitate you because your art is so beautiful and many want only to be half as talented as you. They lack the creativity and inspiration that seems to come so easy and natural to you. Never fear copycats, they only show how good YOU are. Thanks for all you do, I am a beginner and deeply appreciate your creations as inspiration.

[@jasperclydeinsd592]

I’m glad you got to the place you did mentally. Anyone that’s copying you...like you said, they’re always a step behind. Ripping off other creators’ work is not a path to success.

[@Delicatelymodest]

Love watching your videos. I totally understand your position. Stressing yourself out over copycats is more often not worth it. I will say being inspired is more flattering than copying. But that’s just my opinion. If i inspire someone that means my work spoke to their creative juices in order to create something that is their own yet has some of my flare.

[@koseshie6762]

Totally loving your choice of words!

[@MyNameisMessenger]

Seconding this. Especially if someone is truly inspired by what you’ve done, and it isn’t just someone ripping you off, I think it’s a great way to look at it that you’ve put a part of your self into somebody else’s art.

[@proudistaa01]

I’ve enjoyed watching your videos for almost a year, made my first purchase of royalty soaps and I am so happy I found your channel! I am a crafter, I bead and your little self truth has helped me with my area of crafting, thank you for sharing!

[@teahallen3802]

Your videos make my day!!!!!!! I’ll spend a whole weekend marathoning them after your Saturday uploads

[@antscov8431]

I do the same thing and I can watch them over and over again... they’re so relaxing

[@sirenheartsoap6294]

Hi Katie! I've followed you for the last few years. When I started making and selling soap I made the decision to not do 'high top' soaps because it seemed like that was your signature soap. There were a lot of other people who also did high tops. I thought it was a better decision to me to do the low tops and find different ways to stand out and make my art my own. I feel like it makes your products stand out if you focus on making your craft your own. At the end of the day, there are only a certain amount of combinations of swirls and colors and fragrances that you can do. But there's a difference between similarities and directly copying. I love how positive you are, Katie. You're such a great personality. Thank you for being you!

[@KingConcoctions]

As a newer soaper myself, I try to be cognizant of not copying you or other youtubers. I recently made a grape soda soap and was determined that it look nothing like the one you recently posted! You are one of my inspirations, and I think this soap turned out beautiful. Easily one of my favorites.

[@se7265]

I have loved your channel for about 4 years now. I went through a very difficult period in my life back in 2015 and somehow stumbled across your Channel. I decided to have a go at making soap in my little house in the middle of nowhere and i instantly fell in LOVE! It gave a focus so that I could heal, and also have a lovely smelling house! My partner and I are at the very early stages of opening a soap business and it is yourself that has inspired me massively to have confidence to do the thing i love most. Thank you to you and your amazing family for not knowingly helping me through a very hard time with the most amazing and therapeutic craft EVER! Much love to you all, and look forward to even more of your soapy adventures!!

[@emailaddress9678]

Thanks for sharing about this!

[@onietarodriguez6849]

I fell in love with making soap watching your videos! I purchased your piping set and set out to make my first soap and although it was your recipes that came with the piping set, I tried really hard to make my design my own. It does reflect your style, but I don’t post them on KZbin and I tell people you’re my inspiration. I now get inspiration from other soapers, but am better at coming up with my own designs. I thank you and every one else in the soaping community for being so nice and encouraging to newbies like myself. I love watching your videos! Thank you for taking the time to make and post them.

[@sioframay]

Pointing out that they might have thought up something similar. It's a thing that happens all the time. Once something is invented it get's "invented" again independently by someone who was unaware of the original invention or discovery of it. No one ever considers it but it is a real and actual thing that happens with everything.

[@cesileythorson3633]

Preach! I've been coming to the same conclusion. And also I've seen several people attempt to copy your designs and they still don't come close. Your products have your own personal twist that no one can copy no matter how hard they try. Keep up the great work! You have been such an inspiration to me and so many others.

[@bangchansonyeondan5976]

nothing better than starting off fall with a nice batch of fall scented soaps

[@patlantinga4191]

Katie, how did you ever become so wise at such a young age? I am old enough to be your grandmother and I just adore you. I too am a soaped and I quote you daily. Making soap makes me so happy and it is my passion. People like you help me so very much in my soap endeavors and I truly appreciate it. Thank you my Dear, and blessings to you and your family. Nana Pat from Michigan. Oh by the way we live on South Padre Island in the winter, Love Texas.

[@hannahkeith318]

can you make a s’mores soap??

[@tiffany7023]

She will ;)

[@jasmineyeager3976]

Yessss!!

[@erinpeterson3202]

i love thissssss

[@darciepalmer2918]

I wish there was smell-o-vision!! That looks like it smells amazing. Also I love your positivity and your outlook on life. So real and refreshing!

[@teasugarsalt]

Also homemade cranberry sauce is so easy and yummy! Just cranberries and your choice of sweetener (maple syrup is our favorite) in a pot over medium heat, cooked until they burst and the sauce thickens up. You can add vanilla if you want, or orange juice or orange rind, or spices, but cranberry, sweetener, cook and stir is all you actually need!

[@gossipcornerhomestead]

I researched soap making for years, but your videos were the inspiration that gave me confidence to actually make some. Thanks for your peptalks! It is one of the reasons I enjoy watching your channel!

[@rainisrockstar]

Well even though they are copying your videos, most of us watch these because YOU are doing them. I can only tolerate watching certain soap videos. Some are grating on my nerves (like silly things that just rub me wrong, like someone who speaks very immaturely/high pitched baby talk-esque), others are boring or just too long (25 minutes??? I ain't got time to watch someone soap in semi-silence when I could just do it myself), and others I just don't vibe with. I'm not much of a youtube watcher at the moment, and I already make my own soap. So really, you're the sole reason I watch your videos. And I wholeheartedly agree with your sentiments about people who steal designs. They're not always in it for the passion of it/the art of it, so they often fizzle out quick when they don't make money like they thought they would, and they don't make money because they don't have that drive to do things for the sake of the love of creating. And often, they are inexperienced and unknowledgable, creating subpar products at best. The love of a craft is what fuels innovation and success, not the capability of imitation. Quite sad for them actually, because if they would have refocused the efforts they made in photoshopping or stealing images/designs, instead building their foundation in the craft, they likely would have been able to make their own designs and been more likely to eventually make money and succeed.

[@amandab8694]

You are always a breath of fresh air. Thank you for your kindness and support of the soaping community. There is no place for cattiness in soap making. Xoxo

[@ms.mcbride3803]

Thank you for your input on copy cats. It's shed a new and different light on my own perception. I am feeling more and more confident about my work and creations and leaving it at that. 🙂 I love watching your videos as they are always entertaining. Thanks again!

[@naturalifesoap]

Katie, you are a big inspiration to many people in the soap community but you are very unique and so is your soap. There’s lots of soda but only one Coke, Pepsi etc. Just be you and do you! You have a great attitude about copies. If you get caught up in that, you lose yourself and your focus and your own business will suffer. Much success and many thanks for what you do.

[@JenSpice]

I love Celestial Seasonings! That is amazing soap. I love your piping and it inspired me to play with the technique. Thank you so much for the piping set as it has opened up my whole soapy world. I don't ever copy anyone but I don't ever assume my design is the only one out there. I consider it the highest form of flattery if someone copies my design. I'm so small it isn't even within me to imagine copycats, LOL.

[@TheSoapChef]

Katie, I’ve been soaping since 2002 and back then, myself and a handful of other soapers were the innovators and inspiration leaders, particularly in a VERY large, well known soaping forum (because that’s all we had back then, KZbin didn’t yet exist). EVERYONE, and I mean literally everyone copied all of us, blatantly stealing recipes , photos and techniques that we were all sharing within the forum, never giving credit where it was due. 2 products in particular back then were in hot demand by all the newbies with dollar signs in their eyes........emulsified sugar scrub and solid shampoo bars. I still have the threads saved from those posts in the forum where it is clear and evident who the original formulators were. My point in bringing this up after just recently hearing about and looking you up is this: YOU are the innovator now. YOU are the trend setter now. YOU are the one who inspires others to be creative. The work you do is AMAZING! Haters gonna hate! Don’t let ANYONE harsh your mellow or distract you from doing you. Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery but they will never be YOU! Keep up the good work Katie, you are an absolute pleasure to watch and your attitude of gratitude is astounding!

[@barbarastupin6834]

Of course you have nice comments, you radiate positivity! When I'm down, I just watch one of your videos and everything is better. You're youtube glitter! Cheers from Croatia! 🤗 P.s. I'd really like to see a soap the colors of the sweater from the intro, very appropriate for autumn :)

[@Definatalie]

Someone years ago told me that when someone copies you it's an opportunity to level up your work and it revolutionised the way I operate!

[@mqstaples114]

My husband and I are wanting to try soap making because of you :). You inspire us and i love your artistic way are soup making. You are just so positive and funny. Thank you for your channel

[@luxdelight8336]

You are a beautiful soul Katie. I have been seeing a lot of copycats lately, and it has been bothering me even though they are not copying me, but other soapers, but your words are absolutely true. Thank you 😘

[@fireladylover]

KATIE!!!! Please please please make a apple cider soap for fall!!!!!! I would absolutely cry😭😭❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🍏🍎🍏

[@Christine__D]

That sounds delish!

[@mewsingsbynatk]

With little cinnamon stick imbeds!

[@nevajeffrey7074]

There can only be one Katie Carson and I love your videos and admire your willingness to help newbies. I am in Texas too and honestly some of the ones I have met won't even tell you where they found their fragrance oil. I could never copy someone's soap design but after I watch your videos and a couple other favorites, I am inspired to try something new. I am certain that for every hater, there's probably 1000 fans and customers. You are definitely my favorite.

[@aksims6864]

Hi Katie!!! Such a Gorgeous Soap!!! I just ordered and received some of your soaps for the first time - finally! I LOVE THEM ALL!!! You have been such an inspiration in your soapmaking!!! I have not been brave enough to venture yet into CP but have been making MP for the last nine months. Keep up your positively beautiful attitude and gorgeous soapmaking!!! Totally addicted to your channel and soapmaking now thanks to you!!! Thank You!!! -Hugs from Amanda

[@MarissaCurtis0630]

I love how positive and thoughtful you are on your channel. I’m addicted to watching your videos and I’ve been thinking hard about making my own soap for home because you make it look so fun!

[@paigeclough3374]

Pls make a Turkish delight soap

[@Mom_for_real_life]

You are the reason I started making soap! I haven't been doing it very long, but I LOVE the creative outlet! I would never directly copy someone else's design but I do like using other people's designs to draw my own inspiration from.

[@trudytomlinson203]

I have to say your wonderful! I started making soaps about 4 years ago only because my husband was at the time in stage 4 kidney failure and had chronic dry itchy skin that was constant itching day and night and no sleep for either of us and no over the counter or prescription creams gave him the relief he needed and that I desperately needed (sleep wise) so I though OMG I have to figure this out before one of us is insane! so I started researching how to help him, and alot i read was handmade soaps, so research and research and also youtube videos (OF course yours, Yellow Cottage Soapery and Arianne and Edens Secret was my favorite, because they were informative, helpful, and detailed and god i love all 4 ladies personalitys & the beauty was also a delight to watch) to see if I could even possibly do this! I have always been artsy and crafty, but this was a new scary thing! But I gave in, and was immediately addicted. but wasnt happy with the justa a basic 3 oil soap, sooo MORE research and more research and alot of testing, i made soap like a crazed woman needing sleep! and was always tossing him something new to try... and it just became a passion, So then after helping him find relief, then it became a trial of "ok what would i want in a soap also?" because we loved it, my adult daughter and I. So I played even more over the years, as i sold soap here and there to friends and family i bought more things to try out in my soap recipe. then it expanded to lotions, conditioners and so on. And Oh and the wonderful world of bathbombs. but I just want to thank you and all the other ladies for the lovely videos and supportive advice, although I love your designs, and i do agee you cant control all and have to just let some things go. I am one that if i was going to do it I am doing my own recipe, my own designs my own everything. But anyways my point is I sold to friends for years, and family and now been doing my recipe that i am pleased with for over a year and a half, ended up selling in a lil shop here in town, but after 8 months my daughter was "MOM, You need to do this lets open a shop together!" so she does photography and I get the store front for my lovelys and all because you lovely wonderful ladies and your inspiration and encouragement and information I now have been open a month, not making huge amounts of money but it lets me do my passion and my daughter do hers and be proud of the hard work we put into it. so TY lovely ladies!! and hubby is still doing well skin wise, but on the expected path of stage 5 kidney failure and starting dialysis soon. but this passion of soaps also gives me some peace and an outlet. So in many ways I Thank you

[@MyNameisMessenger]

I hope you’re doing well! :)

[@sharongermond3724]

Sing it, Sister Katie! This is why I love you so much. Your positivity, vulnerability, honesty, drive, natural way of being! You are an inspiration to so many!

[@milliemorales-anton114]

I like you before but after watching this video I Love you girl they can copy your soaps all they want but they can never copy your honesty or your personality ❤

[@terry_679]

Whether we are soap makers, pastry chefs, clothes designers, artists,or a perfumer, we all borrow ideas from each other. It's been done for centuries by the masters. I think it's a compliment.

[@aleialaw]

CRANBERRY ORANGE ZINGER!!!!! 😮😮😮😮😮 I love celestial seasonings tea

[@SoyandShea]

I love your attitude and you are one of the people that inspired me to have a go. I hope my work never looks like I have intentionally copied any other soap maker. I believe there will be similarities in soap designs as there are so many people creating gorgeous soaps and there are always bound to be a handful of people that don't know each other but think the same. I believe the inner design is luck and chance as you only get so much control of the swirl technique. I have sadly been accused of copying a design but what the person does not know was I made the soap 2 weeks before the other soap was shown on KZbin and mine was scheduled for the following week. They say it is meant to be flattery but what I have learned over the years of being in business is that what works for one business may not work for another, even if you are selling in the same area. For something to work for your business you need to do something that reflects you and what you stand for. One of my mottos for my business is to "mind my own business" and I don't mean P's & Q's. I mean look after my own business and don't worry about what others do. If you spend your time hunting people down, or "dobbing" businesses in to other businesses, you can't focus on your own business and that's when it all goes wrong. (PS I stopped the video at 12 min to write this and then you said a lot of what I said above)

[@BTSARMY-tz5wx]

Where is the black cat soap?! P.s love you so much ❤

[@youcancallmesteph]

I absolutely loved the late night banter! You are so wise for 24! Definitely an old soul. I’m 29 and you’re more mature than most people I know! Absolutely love your videos! I came across your channel a few weeks ago and have binge watched so many of your videos. One of my favourite youtubers, right now!

[@kellyw.1779]

It's a wonderful thing to be the bigger person when it comes to sensitive subjects as this. The ones doing the copying are just trying to ride a "coat tail" to success and it doesn't work. If you are known in your craft, the public knows your style and when someone else tries to duplicate it, it just makes them look ignorant and uncreative...shame on you! I do see a certain YT'r (no names mentioned) that is constantly doing your style of soap, she is trying to build her channel. I see the resemblance but she comes NO WHERE close to having your creative edge. So keep on doing your "thang" girlie, your designs will always come out on top in the end! Have a great weekend...Big ((Hugs)) from a fellow Texan not far from ya! xoxo : )

[@mcfamily5162]

I totally agree.. I am certain we are thinking of the same youtuber.. and although her finished product doesnt even come CLOSE to katies... it is still very clear her intentions of her whole videos and designs etc are directly an attempt at trying to succeed in the soap industry off the back of what katie has built.

[@djawnsjhilson218]

Hmmmm... They usually comment too! I wonder where it is?

[@kellyw.1779]

Right?! So true...Have a nice night! ((Hugs))

[@mcfamily5162]

@@djawnsjhilson218 Yesss.. they normally comment on EVERY video of Katies.. you are right.. they haven't commented this time. I am honestly just so glad that others have noticed. I constructively left a comment one day saying something along the lines of "i can't wait to see your (their) direction and creativity as a soaper because i just see attempts at Katies work" i was bullied, harrassed for weeks, labelled a troll because i had an opinion.. i was absolutely disgusted and not at all surprised how much drama they loved... love to you all in your crafty adventures xoxo

[@djawnsjhilson218]

I watched a few and almost commented similarly but with an added comments on working on colors and the name! Something held me back and decided to not watch anymore The people that don't get it, I don't think will ever get it.

[@jeilynsawatsky9651]

I'm glad you spoke to people copying your designs because there's a few I might want to try, but I could never match or take away from all you do. You have true talent and creativity! The copycats will always be a step behind, and the average soap maker wont buy the amount of colours and scents that it takes to keep up. Your soap is beautiful, well done!

[@HowToMakeSoapOnADime]

That makes me want to make more fall soap! So pretty! If you let fear run your business you will never get anywhere. I know that a lot of soapers think “they” created one soap or another but I guarantee someone has already made that recipe or done that design. You may have not seen it but it's out there so just make soap and be happy people! :-)

[@sula496]

I agree, every time I come up with a new soap idea I Google it and sure enough is already online someone is done it or a lot of people have already done it.

[@HowToMakeSoapOnADime]

Yep! We may have made it up in our minds...but so has someone else. :-)

[@NatashaEstrada]

Also being hypervigilant about "copycats" can also stifle your own creativity as let's face it we all draw inspiration from various things whether we realize it or not.

[@kathleenlizarraga3647]

I love that you included that copy part. I feel so inspired to try making soap, and I'm always worried that ppl will think I'm copying, often I don't even try. So thanks! That was encouraging

[@themissamandabeth]

This is my favorite aesthetic pleasing soap that you have made. 😭😍😍😍 Please make more with dried ingredients on top😱 And homemade cranberry sauce is super yummy😍😍

[@nandanon4748]

I've watched all of your videos but just wanted to say that this one is my favorite. You are so inspirational with your positive energy! It's all about how you choose to look at things.

[@elisabethblackwood3921]

What does it say about me that I can usually identify Nurture micas before you name them?

[@TheBaumcm]

You are such a grounded, relaxed individual with such a fun perspective, which is why I love to watch you. There is something to the whole comparison issue, especially with photoshop, pinterest and instagram. I was very lucky grow not up in that I literally looked like no one else. My literal self took that to mean I needed to just worry about being me. As an adult, my world has shrunk and it becomes harder but perspective keeps it from spinning out of control. So, thank you for the reminder.

[@liveinalovelyway]

Ahhhh I still can’t get over how cute the bob is! ❤️

[@CSwhatever]

This soap is so gorgeous. I am obsessed with the color combo in the base. AAAAH

[@theresadowdy3556]

The swirls look like fire! The oranges are beautiful! 😍😍😍😍 Edit: I like canned cranberry sauce, have never had homemade but I think it would be great!

[@carolmanson4497]

So cool! Love your commentary on people using others designs. What’s truly yours can never be taken from you. Much appreciation 👍🏾

[@cezann1990]

😍 all my favourite colors in one soap I can die happy 😭😭

[@StoryTimeDIY]

You are inspiring, Katie. Your soap with the little books inspired me to make a signature soap for my business. Instead of tiny books, we make a bar that looks like a book. And you totally inspired it! We're very tiny, in a very small town, but it's still our family business just like yours so I know how easy it is to take it personally when someone copies you. (Had someone do it here in my town. It was very frustrating.) You have a great outlook and personality which is why you'll stay on top.

[@elvisneedsboatsbennett2455]

I make cranberry chutney. Cranberries, raisins, apples, cinnamon, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, almond slivers.

[@SecondaryOrange]

Katie, I have been loving your videos! In the last few days I think I’ve binge watched about 30 videos. It’s so satisfying to watch! Tonight I was just watching this video and at the end when you were cutting the bars, my fiancé turned to me and said, “I’m just so disappointed that it’s soap and not cake!” You are a beautiful person with a beautiful soul. Keep making your amazing products and keep sharing the process with us. I know I enjoy seeing it. ❤️

[@KathyM]

Imitation is the greatest form of flattery. Keep the positive attitude.

[@TaylorEEvans]

this is the prettiest soap, in my opinion, that you've made yet. i love your craft, and your absolute positivity and maturity. can't wait to see more creations!!!

[@lesliemeserve1716]

I watch all of your videos and I love them but today I was especially happy to see you’d already uploaded a video. I’m sitting in a hospital waiting room right now while my daughter has a brain and spine MRI. Thank you for helping me take my mind off my worries even if only for a few minutes ❤️

[@jenniferbower2545]

Sending positive prayers to and your daughter. Hope everything comes out ok.

[@annamiller3479]

Sending you and your daughter good wishes!

[@mandisouto]

Thank you for the advice! ♥️ I always get bummed out when I see what other soapers are doing, but I'm happy with what I have achieved! Oh, and homemade cranberry sauce is super easy! I prefer it, but I usually serve canned as well.

[@Regularblackgirl]

My only thing with people copying is when they don’t give credit to whom they’re copying.

[@blacksheepscardi4415]

That's such a great response to the copying "problem". You have a great personality, it definitely shines through!

[@NYtalk60]

Emily is right. There is a person who has a particular design on KZbin who gets credit for it. That person never said they invented it. That particular design had been show by someone else on KZbin years before, but never gets any credit. And that person doesn't say they invented it. People are have been making soaps all over the world using designs that many new soapers in America have just discovered. Hello, KZbin is a recent phenomena! If you don't want people to copy you, don't show them how to do it. That may sound harsh, but that's the truth. P.S. you are unique. Nobody can take that from you. Eventually, they're find their own uniqueness too. Maybe?

[@vernettejackson8583]

NYtalk60 you're absolutely right. I gotta be honest and say I'd never put my recipe for anyone to use. If they buy a bar of soap that's different. At least they'll have to figure out the percentage. Let them do their own work like she had.

[@melaniehodgson3486]

I think this is one of my favorite soaps you’ve made, so gorgeous!

[@sardothienrhysminecraft3059]

here at 105 views. love you Katie!

[@sassyfox5014]

I know you posted this a long time ago, but when I was in film school my professor discussed this topic one day. He said "even if someone copies you or steals your idea... they cant be you! So it still wont be how YOU wouldve done it." That always made me feel better. Its so true. No one can be the individual that is you! They may get close sometimes, but never right on the money. 😉 I love your videos! Thank you for being here! 🤗

[@PopRocksV]

Did you shoot a bunch in a row, or do you have a bunch of the same sweater? Hehejk

[@RoyaltySoaps]

Irisa Anne Secret : It take me five-ever to put on make and look decent. I make the most of it. I shot all of my video intros for the month on the same day. 😂

[@BTSARMY-tz5wx]

Royalty Soaps 😂 please make a black cat soapp pleaseeee

[@PopRocksV]

@@RoyaltySoaps Hey gurl, I'd do the SAME THING. Why not, that way you can have a break and all you literally have to do is just post the video cos it's already made. That, and it leaves you time to design new soaps! :D

[@Soapocolypse]

@@RoyaltySoaps Five ever...I'm dying! You are adorable and such an inspiration to this old lady.

[@BasilBard]

I haven't copied your soap to sell it, but I used your videos as a guide/template/inspiration for a soap making party between me and some friends, and to make some presents for family. I don't ever plan on soaping professionally, but thank you for making these videos so I could learn how to make something pretty and practical for my loved ones!

[@kileywinkler5368]

Make a KZbin themed soap!! I would definitely buy it. You could do a red and white swirl with LOTS of glitter! ✨✨✨

[@poppyparadeposhboutique5461]

You are very humble for saying that you were being “prideful” and making assumptions.. however, you were being antagonized by people telling you about the copying. Your honesty is awesome.

[@amberyt6612]

Her: *mentions Shane Dawson* Me: oop-

[@jonawesolowski-thecommunit9968]

Thank you Katie. I started soaping in January 2018. My skills are definitely increasing and my soaps look better and better. I do sometimes struggle with the creative aspect. Watching you and other soapers has been so helpful and informative. I can't thank you enough.

[@Ps114REXIVD]

But if ye bite and devour one another, take heed that ye be not consumed one of another. Galatians:5:15

[@maddiewilson3611]

I adore that swirling! But also I love that youre comfortable sharing with us your feelings and encouraging words!

[@davidahandcraftsoap]

Until I became a Chef, I never knew the difference between homemade and canned cranberry sauce. Homemade cranberry sauce at least once in your life..It's A Must.

[@jessiedavoli9825]

I just love watching you create all the different soaps. I wouldn't worry about others copying you. you are unique. Keep it up and keep on encouraging all of us want-to-be soapers like me to continue. I am a beginner but you have made it fun to try new ideas. My most dreaded thing about making soap is cleaning the mess!! I sure do make a big one. Thank you!

[@snoobaroo2000]

Also , sorry but who in the hell could possibly dislike this video?! And what on earth for? 😂

[@djawnsjhilson218]

Alice Marplehorvat The copycat!

[@shananigans6154]

Oooo! You’re really getting me into fall 🍁🍂🍁🍂 The thought of cranberry orange fragrance is making my mouth water! I love that you addressed the elephant in the soap studio. No one will ever actually be able to copy your soaps because they’re made with your personal touch, skill and care. Thanks for your positivity and encouragement!

[@albaby305]

Plz do a hogwarts soap or a bacon soap I think that could be so funny 🤣 I SMELL LIKE BEEF 🥩 ps ily so much Katie

[@somebarf]

I finally figured out why I love your videos so much, despite not being a soap maker. It reminds me of when I watched Bob Ross, One Stroke Painting, and other craft shows when I was little. Your personality is so lovely and I'm happy to learn at the same time.

[@NatashaEstrada]

That advice you were given at 17 was very bad advice and also not based in legal reality. Soap would be classified as a utilitarian item and not covered by copyright automatically. You "could" get a design patent but then that is expensive and time-consuming. Then you have the legal expense of enforcing it. This is a trap many most female entrepreneurs fall into. Concentrating on hunting people down in a very mean girl way without any legal standing behind it. It will only hurt you in the long run. It gives you a bad rep and it rots your creative soul. This has been my experience from the fashion industry

[@NatashaEstrada]

Also if you did get a patent you would of course immediately void it by publishing the recipe. The best advice I ever got is "There is room for you"

[@courtneyscraftroom9457]

i love it. it's got such a rustic vibe to it. i only just made my very first batch of soap yesterday but I hope to come up with ideas this creative. i love the Orange slices so much.