EASY “Mother’s Day” Cold Process Soap with the Convection Swirl and Pressed Flowers

[@FromGracetoYou]

Check out my latest video where I take this convection swirl to the next level: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n32bo5mtl9iMjJo

[@TheBethoula]

WOW! Just WOW! Thanks for all the extra instructions!

[@FromGracetoYou]

You are very welcome!! Thank you for your enthusiastic feedback, TheBethoula💝🤗

[@maryroseshearer9715]

You are Master of soap and we are but grasshoppa’s! Thank you for sharing! -Momo

[@FromGracetoYou]

Ha ha I don't know about that but I am so glad that you like the soap! Thank you for your gracious comment, Momo💝🤗

[@angelatwitchel7701]

Absolutely genius

[@FromGracetoYou]

Thank you for your gracious feedback, Angela💝🤗

[@claudiafonseca5810]

¡Absolutamente hermosos! Muchas gracias por compartir.

[@FromGracetoYou]

¡Estoy feliz de que te guste! Gracias por sus amables comentarios, Claudia.💝🤗

[@tanyach.5844]

Love these flowers!

[@FromGracetoYou]

Hi- If you would like the colors to stay bright, you might consider coating the flowers in a thin layer of melt and pour before placing them on the soap. That is what I plan to do next time😀

[@nuclearmetal2008]

Beautiful flowers, nice technique and excellent soap! Any mother will be happy to get this fantastic soap as a gift! Hey people, let's buy some!

[@FromGracetoYou]

I see my salesman is back😀😀😀 Thank you for your lovely comment and for making me laugh💝

[@TerriGreen-u1i]

I just love your work

[@FromGracetoYou]

I'm so pleased to hear that! Thank you, Terri💝

[@lorraineforte9175]

Thank you Grace

[@FromGracetoYou]

You are welcome!🤗

[@muhmadabdelrazaq4278]

Very fine . Fantastic .

[@FromGracetoYou]

Thank you for your gracious comment, Muhmad💝

[@keasileweniqila1832]

Very Creative!! Sooo beautiful!!

[@FromGracetoYou]

Thank you for your lovely comment, Keasi Leweniqila💝

[@durindaau8085]

Just wonderful. Now can’t wait til Mother’s Day..lolo

[@FromGracetoYou]

Lol I am so glad that you like it! Thank you so much for your lovely comment, durinda au💝🤗

[@lizh.1580]

The outcome of your soap is really stunning, WOW! We love watching your videos, and your work is is really beautiful.

[@FromGracetoYou]

Thank you, Liz💝I am so pleased that you like the soap and videos.🤗

[@wendyt5095]

Love the idea of pressed flowers, than adding the melt and pour on top!

[@FromGracetoYou]

Thank you so much for your feedback, Wendy💝🤗 I think coating the flowers in clear melt and pour soap before putting them on the soap might give the best result.

[@EnteQuackQuack]

Can't believe it. The soaps are so beautiful🥰

[@FromGracetoYou]

Thank you so much for your gracious feedback💝💝

[@Chatty-Kathy01]

So cool!

[@FromGracetoYou]

Lol I am so happy that you think so!! Thank you so much for your kind feedback, Kathy💝🤗.

[@walkingwater893]

Just WOW! 🥰😘🤗

[@FromGracetoYou]

I'm so happy that you like it! Thanks so much for your great feedback, Walking Water💝🤗

[@walkingwater893]

Your "views" are climbing! Yippee for you amazing Grace!!!

[@FromGracetoYou]

Lol it must be the song😘🤗

[@terrie3]

I learn something every time I watch one of your videos! Thank you Grace for all you do for all of us :)

[@FromGracetoYou]

Lol, thank you, Terri💝. I learn something every time I make one😀

[@AL-jt6hv]

I never saw something like this!!!This must be the most beautiful soap in the world!!I saw another videos of you...My God!!You must be a great great person!!!

[@FromGracetoYou]

I am so happy that you like the soaps and the videos! Thank you for your gracious comment, Adriana Lupescu💝😀but I am not a great person lol!

[@AL-jt6hv]

@@FromGracetoYou this humble statement is gracious!🤗

[@FromGracetoYou]

Lol! Thank you, Adriana🌺🌸🌼

[@ofratshkedy881]

I love your videos : the music the editing and above all the soaps. I learn something new every time. The way you looked at the flow of the soap and studied it left me with no words.

[@FromGracetoYou]

Thank you, Ofrat💝I love that you took the time to leave such a gracious comment❣️ I am so happy that you like the videos and soaps❣️

[@sylviamcdonald1194]

I love what you did BEAUTIFUL, and I love your music. It would have moved me. Thank you so much you are very talented.

[@FromGracetoYou]

Oh thank you, Sylvia💗I love the music too! It is composed and played by my favorite composer and friend, Vadym who lives in the Ukraine. I am so happy you like the soap and video and that you took time to leave such lovely feedback.

[@nuclearmetal2008]

Thank you Sylvia and Thank you Grace :)

[@FromGracetoYou]

Keep those awesome songs coming!! We want more!!!😀

[@sobiakhan8117]

Wow 😍😍😍

[@FromGracetoYou]

Thank you for your enthusiasm, Sobia Khan💝🤗

[@tanyach.5844]

Lovely

[@FromGracetoYou]

I'm happy you like it! Thank you for your comment💝

[@sarahboehlke7653]

HOLY SHHMOKES...I am loving your videos and unique artistic soap making ability. I have been watching soap videos for years and I love seeing something so new and different. Just beatiful

[@FromGracetoYou]

Thank you for your feedback, sarah Boehlke💝Welcome and I am so happy that you are enjoying the videos and soaps.😄

[@63eh74]

Wow! How sweet!

[@FromGracetoYou]

Haha thank you, Eric💝

[@ellenjent4956]

Absolutely beautiful design and creative expression...Thank you so much...Love the idea of pressed flowers even if they do darken...

[@FromGracetoYou]

Thank you so much, Ellen💝 You are very kind🤗

[@lorimarshall1129]

So pretty

[@FromGracetoYou]

Thank you for your kind feedback, Lori💝

[@alicebest6451]

Again , your work is truly beautiful. i always love watching you work and I'm always blown away by your artistry.

[@FromGracetoYou]

Thank you for you gracious feedback, Alice💝 I am very happy that you like the soap. 😀

[@collberks3540]

Amazing video and a beautiful soap. Thanks for sharing your knowledge

[@FromGracetoYou]

Thank you so much, Coll💝, it is my pleasure. 🌷

[@arield4000]

That is fantastic!!! Thanks so much for sharing!

[@FromGracetoYou]

You are so welcome, Ariel💝 Thank you for your feedback😀

[@monica2862]

Hello! Thank you very much for sharing your beautiful work of art, you did an incredible job girl!!

[@FromGracetoYou]

Hello and welcome, Monica Farris💝. I am very pleased that you like the soap. Thank you for your gracious feedback!!

[@BCB458]

Good afternoon Ms Grace. Just love the education in fluid dynamics. Thank you. The colors used in the pour were just lovely. Thanks for pointing out how to somewhat control the flow. And how wonderful to see a soap with an actual botanical on the top! Definitely an inspired creation. Once again a work of art soap. Blessings. Namaste.

[@FromGracetoYou]

Hi, thank you Vicki💝 It is fun and interesting to consider how to pour then control the flow of color to eventually make scenes or paintings. What a great challenge!!

[@FiberArtAddict]

This is great - quite interesting and informative. I like how you explore concepts and techniques in your soapmaking.

[@FromGracetoYou]

Hey Kimberly❣️ Thank you for your feedback. I'm so glad you found the video interesting😀

[@sweetpeastationnz6598]

Oh that's stunning ⚘⚘

[@FromGracetoYou]

Than is so nice of you to say💝 thank you for your feedback-I am happy you like them😀

[@momomily9229]

How cool is that? Awesomely cool!

[@FromGracetoYou]

HaHa 😀 😀 Thank you momo mily!!!!💝

[@cindyranuio4912]

I love watching your artistry, I am learning so much from you and I hope to try my hand at creating my visions, thank you for sharing.

[@FromGracetoYou]

Thank you, Cindy💝 Being able to create whatever design we envision in soap is really a fun challenge 🤗 I am so happy to hear that you are learning from the videos!

[@davidahandcraftsoap]

Thank you for the color tutorial. The soap turned out beautiful.

[@FromGracetoYou]

You are so welcome. 😀Thank you for your kind review💝

[@sherryharpster3949]

Hi Grace - I see what your saying about the color of the flowers changing. I tried it on a soap that was already cured a bit, then I placed a coat of clear M & P and now after 2 more weeks they are still beautiful colors. I also did it with a coat of clear M & P then I placed the flowers then another thin coat of M & P and it is also still the same color. I read all the remarks and would love to see if what was suggested works. Ill wait for another video from you if you try any of these suggestions, I think it was the reaction of the uncured soap that changed the colors. I dont now for sure. I just know it worked for me - I love your work and am always inspired by you. Thank you!!

[@FromGracetoYou]

Sherry that is soooo cool!!! I am really happy to hear that you found a way to keep the flowers pretty. I am going to pin your comment to the top so everyone can see it. Thank you so much for your valuable feedback and comment. 💝 I really appreciate it. I agree with you about the flowers reacting with the uncured soap. So next time, I would probably choose your second way to be safe, but both seem to work well. Way to go, Sherry!🤗🤗🤗

[@germaniamdyyogas7987]

You and your work are awesome.... Thank you very much.....

[@FromGracetoYou]

You are very kind. 💝Thank you Germaniamdy💐

[@reneecormalis624]

That was an amazing video with explanations and visuals. The soap was really beautiful too!!

[@FromGracetoYou]

I'm so happy you liked it Renee😀 Thank you so much for your lovely feedback💝

[@AL-jt6hv]

Grace!!!We must do it!!!As long as this is my favorite from.all ( even if it is hard to choose from so many beauties) i want to ask you to make one without titanium and with clays or botanicals.We need to show them MAGIC from a genius!!!

[@FromGracetoYou]

That is a good idea. Let me see what I can do...

[@AromaDelightBeautyCareProducts]

Grace this is so Amazing! I love IT!!

[@FromGracetoYou]

Lol thank you so much💝🤗I am very pleased you love it!

[@kristi8484]

awesome !! thank you so much for sharing !!

[@FromGracetoYou]

I'm so happy you like it! Thanks for you great feedback, Kristina💝😀

[@dineshbhardwaj195]

vry beautiful

[@FromGracetoYou]

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback, Dinesh💝🤗

[@MellieMcK]

Incredible...

[@FromGracetoYou]

Thank you for your feedback, Melanie💝

[@snailtailsoapery718]

Oo gorgeous soap! Also love the explanations you added, very informative and interesting! Great job (:

[@FromGracetoYou]

Hi Kay💝Thank you so much for leaving lovely feedback. I'm so happy you liked the soap and video!!

[@LisaSimpson2]

Sooo amazing! Nice music, superb video editing/timelapse and another beeeeautiful soap! Keep up the great work (liked and subscribed) I love your channel! :-)

[@FromGracetoYou]

Welcome and thank you so much for your feedback, LisaSimpson2💝 I am so glad you love it!!

[@conniecoffey5494]

Grace, that was pretty cool! Lol

[@FromGracetoYou]

I know! 😀 I will be studying that flow in the future. That is why I put it in slow motion! I would love to harness the flow to make paintings-wouldn't that be cool? Thank you so much for your comment, Connie💝

[@FromGracetoYou]

NOTE: The flower on this soap definitely discolored as the soap cured. In the video, you can see the color change on some of the soaps in the picture of all the soaps together. The bottom left three soaps show a dark flower rather than the bright purple that I started with. The colors of all have become darker over time. I think they are still pretty with the dark flower on the green, black and yellow background. They add a level of detail to the botanical look that would be difficult to obtain with painting. But just be aware that the bright colors will not stay bright but will turn dark.

[@lizh.1580]

Hi Ms. Grace, just a small info that you might find useful. Since herbs are used to make natural colorants. These colors will fade and morph - travel to your crafts! But the great things about dried flowers is that they won't go moldy as real friends do when they are added into your liquid soap, soap bar, and spray. 💐 Let us know if any questions!

[@FromGracetoYou]

Thank you for the info Liz!!💝

[@cheryl739]

Wow! Definitely inspiring in itself. Thanks for the knowledge you pass on of convection, etc. I wonder, if the dried flowers were surrounded with a small amount of clear melt & pour first... would the bright colors hold up much better? Thank You for bringing us along :)

[@FromGracetoYou]

Cheryl I LOVE that you are a problem solver. You and Sheron Brewer inspired me to try something that seems to work quite well. I took some pressed dried baby's breath, dipped them in soap mica (mainly pink and purple to try) and then dipped them in Melt and Pour soap. They have the bright color of the mica (and you can choose any color) and the flower itself can turn brown all it wants-it is covered with mica and the mica touches the soap. I rinsed with water to get off any extra mica then let them dry. The nice thing is that they make an "instant" bouquet of flowers that looks, can I say, natural? And it is quite easy to do. I might show it as part of a future video. I really appreciate your comment and encouragement!! Thank you.💝

[@dennisrotterdam4756]

You make all the soapers on youtube look like amateurs ;)

[@FromGracetoYou]

You really make me laugh! Thank you, Dennis🤗

[@rosalineteh6969]

Definitely, can't agree more. She is the one who inspired me to make beautiful soaps.

[@FromGracetoYou]

Thank you, Rosaline💝

[@poetdehart9898]

How lovely! Would it be better to place flowers after 24-48 hours when soap is still soft so they won't discolor so fast?

[@FromGracetoYou]

I love it that you are a problem solver and thinking of ways to make this better!!! I think it is the saponification that causes the browning (at least that is what I've read) and so, as long as it is still reacting, the flowers aren't "safe". A couple of others have suggested putting Melt and pour on the soap, then the flowers, then more melt and pour. That made me try something else yesterday. I took some pressed dried baby's breath, dipped them in soap mica (mainly pink and purple to try) and then dipped them in Melt and Pour soap. I then put them on parchment paper. They have the bright color of the mica (and you can choose any color) and the flower itself can turn brown all it wants-it is covered with mica and the mica touches the soap. I haven't put them on soap yet, I will put a few on a soap in the future to see how I like them. Thank you so much for your feedback, Poet💝! Keep your ideas coming!

[@sheronbrewer4255]

Hello! Yes, I thought the flowers might turn dark. Just wondering about brushing clear MP, place flowers on top and then second layer of MP? Not quite the same concept tho. Thanks for this video!

[@FromGracetoYou]

Thank you.💝 Yes, that might make it better. I have read that the flowers discolor with M&P eventually too though. I have thought to "paint" them with mica soap color, then melt and pour before sticking them on top of the cold process soap. But then it wouldn't be very easy lol. Still, I think I will try it...

[@FromGracetoYou]

I wanted to let you know that you and Cheryl inspired me to try something that seems to work quite well. I took some pressed dried baby's breath, dipped them in soap mica (mainly pink and purple to try) and then dipped them in Melt and Pour soap. They have the bright color of the mica (and you can choose any color) and the flower itself can turn brown all it wants-it is covered with mica and the mica touches the soap. I rinsed with water to get off any extra mica then let them dry. The nice thing is that they make an "instant" bouquet of flowers that looks, can I say, natural? And it is quite easy to do. I might show it as part of a future video. I really appreciate your comment and encouragement!! Thank you.💝

[@sheronbrewer4255]

Wonderful, that sounds like a great solution! Looking forward to seeing them. I use mica on so many things for soaps..painting directly on soap, painting MP embeds, even candies for soap and bath fizzy cupcakes, although never dried flowers! Will definitely have to try. Your soaps are so beautiful, the colors & designs are stunning!

[@FromGracetoYou]

Thank you, Sheron💝 I love those mica colorants!

[@lorraineforte9175]

This soap must be really thin? Does it reach trace at all. Will you ever post a recipe for us folks that stink at ca calculations? It's really beautiful.

[@FromGracetoYou]

Hi Lorraine💝🤗 Yes it fully saponified (became soap with a pH of 10 or less). You must check out my free ebooks starting with ebook1 (just click the tabs at the top of my website www.fromgracetoyou.com . All of my recipes are there. This soap is my usual shea silk recipe (the recipe is also in the description of this video :)). How I keep the batter liquid is covered in my book.

[@bobbybueckert1345]

Hello Grace. you keep your oils lite for the pouring technique ,how long does it take before you can cut your soaps? I love your soaps they are beautiful.

[@FromGracetoYou]

You know, what I often do is put the soap in my little soap oven at 170 deg F for 1 hour then let it sit overnight. Then, if it seems at all soft, I put it back in the oven for another hour at 170. Finally, if I want to be extra safe, I will put it in the freezer for a bit before cutting it. I have often made a soap in the morning and cut it that evening using this method. Thanks, Bobby💝

[@000qsxft]

It's very impressed me so much . I 'll try to do for my mom. But I would like to know that what did you put on the soap (the white bottom) before placing the flower. By the way thank you so much for making this lovely video. ^^

[@FromGracetoYou]

Hi Coco Kiwi💝🤗 I am not sure what your question is, but I have the flowers on white paper before putting the flowers onto the soap. After trying this, I would recommend dipping the flowers in clear melt and pour soap before applying the flowers to the soap if you want to maintain a more brilliant color.

[@000qsxft]

From Grace to You Thank you for your recommend. About my question , What did you put on the soap before placing the flowers? I saw you were holding a white bottle then spotted on the soap. ( Sorry about my uncleared question ^^)

[@FromGracetoYou]

OH! I had soap in that squeeze bottle. It was green soap and I was just adding some green "stems" before I put the flowers on. That is completely optional.💝🤗

[@000qsxft]

I got it. Thank you very much.^^

[@000qsxft]

And I have a last question hope you clarify to me. What will happen if I use the soap till the dried flowers appear? It will get wet then disintegrating or else !!! By the way I'm new in the world of soap I just learn the way to do it but you changed my world so I'm excited to try to do somes. Thank you very much.

[@dr.w.octaviamalveauxdent1315]

Grace, Grace, Grace, you are Amazing! Please tell me; do people use your soap or just buy them as collectible art?

[@FromGracetoYou]

Ha ha at first my friends and extended family wouldn't use them, but now they do (except some of the big soap painting soaps-they won't cut those). I try to make the soaps to be fun to USE -with pretty swirls and nice fragrances-plus they really are good for your skin! So you can only enjoy them to the fullest by using them. It is like those beautiful artistic desserts people make. They are meant to be eaten! I have had a few tell me that they won't use certain ones though. Honestly, I would be hesitant to use some of them-like the White Horse or even the Rainbow Lorikeet(although that one will be a very fun one to use with its swirl). And I can't bring myself to cut Letting Go...but someday I might:D Thank you for your fun question😀💝

[@dr.w.octaviamalveauxdent1315]

From Grace to You Grace, I have looked for “Letting Go” in your videos and play list. Can’t find it. I would love to see which of your beautiful creations can boast of being your favorite.

[@FromGracetoYou]

I can see why! I named it that on my website but it is this one on KZbin:kzbin.info/www/bejne/nZnSlHqmYtVlrKc Thank you for your interest!!

[@alexandraseminario]

Do you sell the soaps?? I'm in love of them !!

[@FromGracetoYou]

Hello Alexandra💝, thank you for asking🌷 I will put some on my website after they have cured a bit. My website is here:www.fromgracetoyou.com/ If you are really in a hurry😀, send me an email: [e-mail]

[@frizzylizzy4251]

Fabulous! I appreciate the explanations as well! Thank you Grace!

[@FromGracetoYou]

Thanks so much, Frizzy Lizzy💖

[@JennyMcKitrick]

Is it just me that wants to answer when she types "how cool is that?" I find myself screaming YES!! My husband looks at me and says, "let me guess this has to be a From Grace to You, video" He has become an expert in identifying which soaper I am watching. The music is a dead giveaway!

[@FromGracetoYou]

You sound as excited about this soap stuff as me! We would have great fun together, I can tell🤗 Thank you for your lively comment, Jenny💝

[@mireladimitriu4707]

the color of the flowers does not turn gray because of the alkalinity of the soap.?it is used soda....

[@FromGracetoYou]

Yes they turned brown eventually. If I were to decorate the tops today, I might do something like this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qomXmaNthpKtiqc or kzbin.info/www/bejne/l3qylppjg7eMr6M or kzbin.info/www/bejne/qomXmaNthpKtiqc or the top of this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hYu2qH2uptd_ptE :)

[@poetdehart9898]

What was your superfat at? The cleansing number is high in comparison to the conditioning in my soap calc.

[@FromGracetoYou]

Hi-looks like about 6% in the basic recipe with about .6 oz/lb fragrance oil. Then I add 1 Tablespoon of Jojoba too! It does make a very nice soap🙂

[@vondarochelle1893]

Did you flowers not turn brown over time?

[@FromGracetoYou]

YES!! The flower on this soap definitely discolored as the soap cured. In the video, you can see the color change on some of the soaps in the picture of all the soaps together. The bottom left three soaps show a dark flower rather than the bright purple that I started with. The colors of all have become darker over time. I think they are still pretty with the dark flower on the green, black and yellow background. They add a level of detail to the botanical look that would be difficult to obtain with painting. But the bright colors are not staying bright but have turned darker. Thank you for bringing this point up, Vonda💝 I really appreciate it. I will post a comment in the description and at the top of the comments in the video so people will be aware!

[@zeliadasilva2292]

Hi it's beautiful but is this with real flowers?

[@FromGracetoYou]

Thank you, zelia da silva💝 Yes they are real, pressed flowers.

[@ivani-i5k]

🌺🌻🏵️🌸

[@FromGracetoYou]

LOL Thank you, Ivani❤️💗💖💝

[@m.c.5124]

I just don’t get it. You’re fabulous lady. I want to be like you when I grow up. Thanks for sharing. You’re the bomb ?? Thanks as always for sharing. 😘🤗

[@FromGracetoYou]

LOL!! You are too funny. Just call me Grandma👵🏻😂

[@m.c.5124]

From Grace to You not sure grandma is quite right as I’m prob your senior but it’s all a matter of mind over matter right🤓

[@FromGracetoYou]

HaHa Right😀 If you don't mind, it doesn't matter!!!

[@ravishinglather910]

💕💕💕😱💕💕💕

[@FromGracetoYou]

💕😀😀😀💕

[@DI_Arpita_CY]

If you did not see the entire video, you’d think that they are paintings!! Not a soap!!!

[@FromGracetoYou]

Lol thanks for your great feedback, A DI💖

[@DI_Arpita_CY]

Well your work is pretty close to sorcery!!! What can I say? 😁 Much love!!

[@FromGracetoYou]

Oh Dear! Tell me it isn't so lol!!! Much love back😘

[@VicToria-sd1dn]

Oh!! ORGANIC melt and pour? SMH

[@FromGracetoYou]

LOL! Really- I know, but it's all I had. I make salt scrubs with it. Thanks for your comment, Vic Toria💝