Making Strawberry Fields Soap

[@larkbird9247]

My heavens - you have some of the prettiest soaps I've seen!

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

+Lark Bird Thank you for watching my video and the lovely comment. You made my day! :) ione eve

[@susanravella6261]

I don't think I have ever seen a prettier soap! Thank you 😊!

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Hi Susan ~ Thank you for watching my video and your lovely compliment. I appreciate it very much! :) ione

[@Jadedrago1]

Your bars are always so beautiful. You are the queen of hanger swirls!

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Hi Alecia ~ Thank you for watching my video and your lovely comment. You put a big smile on my face! :) ione

[@tatisoap]

Ione, I think that's got to be my favourite soap of all time. It is just gorgeous! I love the colours and the delicate swirls. Very very very nice. And I loved your music choice, it's always a pleasure to watch your videos. Love it! Marie

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Hi Marie ~ Great to hear from you! Thank you for all your kind words ~ I have a big grin on my face! I love watching your videos too. You're always an inspiration to me. :) ione eve

[@kathysuleski5835]

Simply beautiful and outstanding! I love the music too, reminds me of being a little child back in the 50's, watching cute cartoons! :)

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

:) Thank you so much, Kathy!

[@snicketypicket]

Those are BEAUTIFUL!!!! I like the background as kind of a cream color as it gives it an old fashioned, nostalgic look. So very pretty!!!

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Thank you for watching and taking the time to leave such a lovely comment. :) ione eve

[@brittanroberts]

This soap is absolutely gorgeous. I can't believe how delicate the hanger swirl is. I was certain when I saw you going back and forth and then up and down and then under it was going to turn out a muddy mess. But instead it's PERFECT. You're a genuine artist. Thank you for sharing this video.

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Thank you for the sweet compliment, Brittan! I think if I had used a bigger dowl type hanger for the swirl ~ it would have been a muddy mess, ha! A lot depends on the thickness of the trace too. Getting all the elements to work just right is the fun of soaping! Thanks for watching and your thoughful comment. :) ione eve

[@marymahoneystout6411]

Everytime this video comes across my feed, I stop and watch it. It is the most beautiful soap!! It looks like a painting. AMAZING

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

LOL! You put a big smile on my face, Mary. I appreciate your kind words, and am happy knowing you enjoy my videos. :)

[@renujha2431]

I love your videos. Your gentle nature shines through. I read in the comments in a previous video that you are a watercolor artist as well. That explains your attention to details and your impeccable colour combinations - just the right colours and shades together. It's amazingly beautiful. I could watch your videos on a loop all day and still not tire of it. 😁

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Hi Renu Jha ~ I've spelled your name wrong in several replies. Please accept my apology? You always share such thoughtful words and compliments. I'm fortunate to have such a lovely person watching my videos. Thank you very much! :) ione

[@butternutsoapcompany2150]

Stand back folks, the Master! No flash photography please, watch her dazzle and delight you with her soapy creations and charm :) You're awesome Ione!

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

+ButterNut Soap Thank you for watching and making me laugh. I'm very flattered by your thoughtful sentiments delivered with such finely-tuned wit. You would fit right into our family, LOL! :) ione eve

[@FatChickGamer]

It's so beautiful! I enjoy watching your video's so much. Your personality, your creative talent makes me come back again and again. Your a great inspiration to me!!

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Hello and thank you for the sweet comment. I really appreciate you watching my videos and taking the time to say hello. It's hearing from nice people like you that makes doing these videos worthwhile! :) ione eve

[@amydoyle9082]

i dont know how long you have been making soap but this one is the most beautiful ever!!! i watch all your videos and your work really is an amazing work of art and im sure an amazing soap to boot!!;)

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Hi Amy ~ Thank you for watching my video and your thoughtful comment. You put a big smile on my face! In 2014 I shared this soap with the Soapmaking 101 Study Group garnering over 700 comments. It evidently inspired those people to try my hanger swirl method. Not all results are the same, but today my technique is standard practice. There are probably only a handful of soap makers left that remember where it came from. Thanks again for your kind words and happy soaping! :) ione

[@TheQraftyQomic]

Oh my dear Ione. You are a master soap artist. What a treat to watch you create this soap monet. I enjoyed your chat throughout the video as well. Thank you for sharing your art.

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Thank you so much for the sweet comment ~ you made my day! I enjoy your videos as well ~ your laid-back humor always puts a smile on my face! :) ione eve

[@suenielsen9795]

You are a hanger swirl artist! I aspire to be half as good. Each time I watch you I'm in awe! Thanks for sharing what you do :)

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Thank you for the nice compliment, Eliza. I appreciate you taking the time to watch the video and write to me. You've made me very happy! :) ione eve

[@katznspillz]

Wow, it turned out beautiful with such delicate swirls!

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Thank you very much. I appreciate you watching and taking the time to give me such an endearing comment. :) ione eve

[@carolharrison9158]

Eve, The end result is a absolutely beautiful soap, very vibrant colours.

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Thank you very much, Carol. I appreciate you watching my video and your lovely comment. :) ione

[@prairie1957]

I love watching you make your creations!

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Thank you, Linda ~ I love making soap! :) ione eve

[@Laura-kq4yf]

Thank you so much for the video. You are truly an artist and an inspiration. What beautiful designs you come up with!

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

You are very kind. I appreciate you watching the video and such a sweet comment. Thank you! :) ione eve

[@cactusrosenaz]

I really love your soaps! You have your own very special technique that makes each bar look like a beautiful bouquet of flowers!

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Hi Deanna ~ Thank you so much for the kind words. I really appreciate you sharing the video too! :) ione eve

[@JHoyt-vq7qg]

This is ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL!! I'm always sooo impressed with your wonderful soaps--thanks for sharing your creations!

[@lenoraalcee1111]

your designs are amazing and beautiful! I am new to soap making and watching and learning as much as I can

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Hello Lenora ~ Thank you for watching my video and for the lovely compliment. I appreciate it. Welcome to soap-making and I hope you will enjoy it as much as I do. I have to warn you though. It can become addicting, LOL! :) ione eve

[@amydoyle9082]

this is truly an art and you are a master-this really is the most beautiful soap i have ever seen and ive viewed many videos...this one has blown me away-i would absolutely love to be able to do this-being an excellent artist in soap making-makes the technique appear simple and simple it is not!! i dont think w/10 yrs practice i could ever come close to this...if i did nobody could afford it-lol!! beautiful work,you make it look effortless...to me,it looks like painted shabby roses-lovely!!

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Thank you so much for the gracious comment, Amy! I'm like most soapers, sometimes a soap comes out really special and other times not-so-much. LOL! I think that's what makes this art form such an adventure. The most important thing is to enjoy it, so have fun soaping! :) ione eve

[@lenamartinez7999]

Love this video I love the way it starts with the shipping of the type of bird chirp and the outcome of the soap just beautiful springy look

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Hi Lena ~ Thank you for watching my video and taking the time to write such a lovely comment. I appreciate it very much! :) ione

[@lenamartinez7999]

@@EvesGardenSoaps most beautiful soap I've encountered yet

[@VicToria-sd1dn]

My dearest Ione Eve, I'm short of words. Can only say I love love love you, your good heart, and your artistic soaps. And what a unique name you got there, IONE EVE.

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Hi Victoria ~ thank you for watching my video and for the sweet comment. I appreciate it very much. Speaking of unique names, I'm wondering how to pronounce your last one. I know I'm probably mutilating it in my efforts. :) ione eve

[@susanking9502]

I love the red, it looks like the color of ripe strawberries! I love this soap! Beautifully done! Thank you for sharing! xoxo

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

+Susan King Thank you, Susan ~ this soap is the hardest one to replicate. No winners to date, grrrrrr! LOL!

[@mariana26021]

I love your working style, You are very organized and neat. It is a pleasure to watch your videos

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Thank you, Mariana. I really appreciate you watching the videos and your gracious compliments! :) ione eve

[@Loudmouthedliberal]

Absolutely gorgeous!!!!! Looks like a field of wild flowers! OMG There are no more words to describe how pretty I think this is!!! Wonderful work!.

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Thank you, Lisa ~ I appreciate you watching and taking the time to leave such a sweet comment. :) ione eve

[@Loudmouthedliberal]

EvesGardenSoaps These elicited an emotional reaction from me, they were so pretty. Even my son said that they looked like a flower garden. I love making soap and this is one that I am going to try and copy! Oh, and might I suggest that you try Brambleberry's Vanilla Color Stabalizer. I have used it with FO contaning Vanilla and it really does help to keep the discoloration of the vanilla at bay. You use the same amount as your FO.

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Lisa Haase Hi again ~ they say imitation is the highest form of flattery. Thank you and best of luck in your endeavor! :) ione eve

[@rechellianos2049]

Like you Lisa I feel the same,,, how can you find the words to describe the beauty of these pieces..

[@lisagregory9011]

Another masterpiece! Love it and thanks for the tip about not tapping down the soap after the hanger swirl.

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Hi Lisa ~ thank you for the lovely compliment. I'm still learning all kinds of tricks for doing hanger swirls. The latest one is putting a straw on the wire hanger to make it bigger for soap that is thickened up. Thanks again for watching my videos. It's great hearing from you!

[@chellemotsinger1200]

Hi Ione I just keep finding more of your soap videos but I love to watch then you and margie are my favorite

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Hi Michelle ~ I appreciate you watching my videos and it's always a pleasure reading your wonderful comments. Thank you! :) ione

[@EdensSecret1]

This soap is sooo special and I love the birds tweeting at the beginning xxx

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Thank you very much Karen ~ I'm elated that you like my soap! You have been such an inspiration to me. Watching you is a big part of how I learned the craft. So, hearing from you leaves me walking on clouds today! :) ione eve

[@EdensSecret1]

EvesGardenSoaps You are tooo kind, yes I love your soap , it's gorge xx

[@lindabyrns9038]

EdensSecret1 pp

[@lindabyrns9038]

EdensSecret1 pp

[@janetfernandez1355]

I just found your videos! Your soaps are just BEAUTIFUL!! I love them all. This one especially.

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Hi Janet ~ thank you for watching and your wonderful compliment! I really appreciate your thoughtfulness. :) ione eve

[@debravogt7139]

I absolutely love this soap!

[@azuldemar13]

Love your art in soap! You are an artist!

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Hi Sue ~ thank you for watching and the lovely compliment. I appreciate it very much. :) ione eve

[@zelia80]

I 'm Spanish , I do soaps ... but this woman is amazing , congratulations and thanks for teaching

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

+Zelia ah Hello Zelia ~ thank your for the kind words. You're very sweet. :) ione eve

[@lolasanchezsoto1893]

porfa la reseta la tendrás

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

I appreciated you watching my video and the thoughtful words. Thank you! :) ione eve

[@lolasanchezsoto1893]

Lo siento pero no entiendo nada de inglés

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Me Espanol estoy muy malo, pero yo dijo muchas gracias por la palabras d gracia. :) ione eve

[@BodyCareBoutique]

Wow, it turned out gorgeous! The happy cheery bird chirping made me smile too. :-)

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Thank you, Mel ~ it's always great hearing from you. Your compliments mean a lot to me! (I like the birdies chirping too ~ I thought with my business name they would be appropriate, hehe!)

[@BodyCareBoutique]

Aaawww. thank you so much sweetie! Likewise! Hahaha, so true about the chirping! The hangar swirls are so beautiful!! :-) Mel

[@theresavandever1387]

Very beautiful soap. I almost thought it was a different soap altogether because the coral turned pink. But I really love the soap it's just such an elegant look.

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Hi Theresa ~ Thank you for watching my video and your lovely comment. I've never been able to get this exact look in the subsequent Strawberry Fields soaps. I'm going to keep trying though, LOL! :) ione

[@patlantinga4191]

You have such great taste in your colors. Love your videos

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

What a sweet thing to say. Thank you very much, Pat. I appreciate you watching my videos and the lovely comment. :) ione eve

[@chutamasareekit664]

Hi ! wonderful colorful soaps as usual,love you so much...💓💓 thank you.

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Hi Chutamas ~ Thank you very much for watching my video and your thoughtful words. I appreciate it a lot! :) ione

[@inmadoldan712]

WOW! really beautiful !! I looked at the first one you made and this one is far more beautiful in my opinion ,I want to go and try it myself I know it wont be so perfect or beautiful as yours but I will have fun trying.Thank you for showing us how to make this beautiful soap.

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Hi Inma ~ thank you for the nice compliment. The hanger swirl is one of my favorite design techniques. Soaps come out different every time, but are always attractive (I think). Have fun making your soap, and thank you for letting me know you appreciate the video ~ it inspires me to continue with them. :) ione eve

[@MustaffaCuppa]

Nice video. Such a beautiful end result! I enjoyed the music you chose too. Thank you.

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

I really appreciate you watching the video and your sweet comment. Thank you so much! :) ione eve

[@Coast2CoastSoaps]

Such a treat to watch! That soap is just breathtaking :) June

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Thank you very much, June. I appreciate you taking the time to watch, and for your wonderful compliments ~ smiley face here! :) ione eve

[@PisciLover]

I really like the color combo of this soap, thank you for sharing it!

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

I appreciate you watching and taking the time to leave such a sweet comment. Thank you! :) ione eve

[@MichellePacci]

This is not soap this is art!!!!

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Haha! Thank you, Michelle. I appreciate you watching and taking the time to leave such a nice comment. I gave one of these soaps to my sister for her birthday last spring. On Thanksgiving, at her house she had it in a beautiful soap dish in the bathroom. No one had used it, and it was the first time I couldn't either. I opted for the liquid soap dispenser. I understand now why people say "some soaps are too pretty to use, LOL! :) ione eve

[@rattilam]

Hey. Your soaps look beautiful. Piece of art!

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Your kind words mean a lot ~ thank you so much! I really appreciate you sharing the video too! :) ione eve

[@ldragonlady]

wow! just beautiful...as usual You're so talented, thank you for sharing these videos with us

[@LittleRedRiverSoapCo]

Ione, I am new to your videos... Just found you a month ago. You, more than any of the others I've watched -- and most of them are quite talented -- do the most beautiful work! I aspire to be as good as you one day. Blessings!! --Angela

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Thank you for watching my videos, Angela. I find your thoughful comment very touching. You made my day! Hearing from wonderful people, like you, is what makes doing these videos worthwhile. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. :) ione eve

[@GoodGolly.MissLolly]

That is truly exquisite. It looks like orchids. You're very creative :)

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Thank you, Miss Lolly. I appreciate your sweet compliment! Thanks for watching and sharing the video. :) ione eve

[@deborahtoole]

My grandmothers name was Ione, my sister and daughter have that name as their middle name but you pronounce it differently. I love your soap your so talented.

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Hi Deborah ~ Thank you for watching my video and your thoughtful compliments. I appreciate it very much. That is so cool about the name Ione being in your family, especially your daughter's middle name. It was my mother's middle name too. She always liked it better than her first name, so that's what she named me. I'm glad she chose that instead of her first name which was Mildred, LOL! :) ione

[@shepopop]

Absolutely Devine , Gorgeous soap

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Thank you for the gracious compliment. I appreciate you watching and sharing the video too! :) ione eve

[@MidwestSoaper]

Your soap is stunning! I also enjoyed the music. Take care. angela

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Hi Angela ~ Thank you for the gracious compliments, I appreciate it very much! :) ione eve

[@pjpony1234]

I have ordered many products from Tropical Traditions. Their products are wonderful. They seem very environment conscious and are interested in preserving the old, traditional ways of producing their oils to obtain the highest nutritional and environmental values of their area. They are attempting to preserve the way of life of the people there. I believe they are an excellent company.

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Thank you for commenting on Tropical Tradition's business. I love their coconut and palm oils. In their effort to inform people, they state the acreage used for growing their palm trees has been farmed for hundreds of years and has not been deforested like places in Africa. I know that is one of the complaints against palm oil companies. It's a shame that good businesses like Tropical Traditions suffer, because of what some non-reputable businesses do. :) ione eve

[@eviepond]

beautiful work eve!

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Elliott Friesen Thank you, Elliott ~ I appreciate you watching and the gracious compliment. :) ione eve

[@sharakirkby2744]

I love your choice of colors!

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Hi Shara ~ Thank you for watching my video and your lovely comment. I appreciate it a lot. :) ione

[@Amerayl]

Oh so beautiful and delicate! Wonderful

[@christinemm67]

Gorgeous soap. Thank you for sharing your process. I had never heard of this company's organic and sustainable palm shortening. Here is a quote from their page to confirm what you said you thought. "Tropical Traditions Organic Palm Shortening - Sourced from Eco-friendly Sustainable Farms Tropical Traditions Organic Palm Shortening comes from small scale family farms in South America. These farmers are certified by ProForest, which ensures that they meet strict social, environmental and technical criteria. With regard to environmental criteria, the assessments are carried out at the landscape and operational level at both the farms and processing facilities. These assessments cover environmental impact on the soil, water, air, biodiversity and local communities. The lands the farmers use are not lands that were deforested. The lands used to grow the palm fruit are lands previously used for agricultural purposes (cattle, rice, banana)."

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Thank you Christine ~ I appreciate you posting this info about Tropical Traditions Palm Shortening. I have gotten Coconut Oil from them as well. It's too bad other companies are doing such upsetting things and destroying the whole industry's reputation. I appreciate you watching the video and sharing such an informative comment. :) ione eve

[@sharakirkby2744]

We need to pray more for the world, it's on the brink of terrible things.. we have to pray. The garden of your soaps are lovely like prays well said.

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Hi Shara ~ Thank you for watching my video and taking the time to write such a thoughtful comment. I appreciate it very much. :) ione

[@soapdeluxe4695]

Another lovely soap design Ione.x

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Thank you, Philip ~ I checked out your new mens line of soaps on Totem Wolf. Wow ~ really nice work! :)

[@debpolenz9554]

Now that's a really lovely soap!

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Thank you for the sweet comment, Deb. I really appreciate you sharing the video too! :) ione eve

[@debpolenz9554]

Your very welcome, thanks for the great video.

[@cindyrellascastle]

All your soaps are magnificently colored. Would you mind telling me what you use to color your soaps with and where you purchase these fabulous colors?

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Hello Cindy ~ thank you for watching and taking the time to comment. To answer your question, I use powdered colorants/oxides/mica in my soaps. I mix the powder into a little olive oil for easy dispersion. Some of the main colors I use are ultramarine blue, brick red, electric bubblegum, fizzy lemonade, cellini red, neon blue raspberry and chrome green. I get them from www.brambleberry.com. Using these, I mix my own intermediate colors like yellow/green, purple, orange, etc. I hope this helps, and happy soaping! :) ione eve

[@nunnie70]

Your soap is the most amazing hanger swirl I have ever seen,Thanks for posting the video..Where can I get a wire hanger like that? Your soap us very unique...

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Thank you very much for the nice compliment. I appreciate you watching the video and taking the time to comment. I've had the wire coat hanger for a while, and can't remember where it came from. If I had to shop for one now, I guess I'd try the Goodwill or someplace like that. I don't think they're sold new anymore, but I'm not sure. Good luck! :) ione eve

[@threepearsbreeze2190]

You are sooo sweet! Thank you a lot! That's exactly what I was asking! Look forward to watching more of your videos :)

[@maojn7488]

Love your colorful soaps everytime! Thank you for sharing. Do you mind sharing what is the deep red color you used? Thank you!

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Hi Jean ~ Thank you for watching my video and your sweet comment. I appreciate it very much. To answer your question, the dark red color I made with combining Electric Bubblegum, Merlot Sparkle Mica and Red Oxide (BB). I don't measure, just a little of this and a little of that until it looks right. I'm sorry I can't be more specific, but I hope this helps, and happy soaping! :) ione eve

[@maojn7488]

That's great info. thank you very much!

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

You are very welcome! :)

[@Veradoradehon]

Thanks for sharing this video. Beautiful end result!!

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Hi Vera ~ Thank you for watching my video and your thoughtful comment. I appreciate it very much. :) ione

[@dorothymartin2486]

thank you for the video. The most beautiful soap!!!

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Thank you, Dorothy ~ I appreciate you taking the time to watch, and for the very nice compliment. :) ione eve

[@nikitab4098]

Oh my GOD your soaps are so, so beautiful!!! Where can I buy one please ? Thank you so much you for showing how you create this extremely lovely work of art!

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Hi Nikita ~ thank you for watching my video and the lovely compliments. This soap was made 3 years ago, although I continue making it every year. The latest one is more tan in color due to changing the fragrance oil this time. There are 2 bars left right now, and you can order from my website. I'll leave a link for you. Thanks again! :) ione eve evesgardenhandmadesoaps.com

[@jozlyn4325]

Absolutely beautiful, so delicate. Can I ask please, did you gel it? What did you use for the white, was it titanium dioxide? If so, how did you stop it from "crackling"? Every soap I make using TD, has awful crackling & rivers in it, so I've stopped using it.

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Hello Joscelyn ~ Thank you for the nice compliment. As to your questions ~ Yes, I gelled the soap and I did use Titanium Dioxide, but not much. I use very little with gelled soaps. I put just enough into the accent color to be white, but did not put that much into the base. That why it's a differnt color. Also heating seems to make a big difference with TD. Crackling occurs with over-heating, so I watch the temp. closely. I use blankets to insulate, and depending on the house temp. I'll cover and uncover in daytime, but make sure to cover during the night as it gets colder. Hope this helps, and happy soaping! :) ione eve

[@Dharlanna]

This is gorgeous. Does that palm shortening have to be completely melted or is it pre stirred?

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

+Debbie Minter (Dharlee) Hi Debbie ~ thanks for watching my video and the lovely compliment. To answer your question, the palm shortening needs to melt just like coconut oil and butters. I usually do them together. Happy soaping! :) ione eve

[@tr255788]

very delightful video! I love how you mentioned banging down "before the hanger swirl" I chuckled, done that to many times to say.. Your soap is beautiful. Loved the video, I am going to check out some of your others :-)

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Hi Tina ~ I'm happy you enjoyed the video, and thank you for your gracious compliments. Soaping is a live-and-learn experience, eh? I guess that's why we have such fun relating to one another. Happy soaping! :) ione eve

[@lynnkorinek5474]

I just love your videos and your soaps are all amazing. Can I ask what colors you used on this soap. They are amazing!!!

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Hi Lynn ~ Thank you for watching my video and your gracious compliments. I appreciated it very much. To answer your question, I used cosmetic oxides, colorants and mica from Brambleberry in this soap. For the dark green I used chrome green and ultramarine blue, for the red I blended electric bubblegum, merlot mica and red oxide. The light green was made from fizzy lemonade and chrome green and the peachy/orange was coral mica. I hope this helps and happy soaping! :) ione

[@lynnkorinek5474]

Thank you so much Ione. You are the best!!!!!

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

@@lynnkorinek5474 You are very welcome, Lynn

[@prudencehutton9277]

Absolutely beautiful! Would you mind sharing what the red colorant is and where you purchase it?

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Hi Prudence ~ thank you for the nice compliment. I purchase all my colors from Brambleberry. I only use powdered minerals mixed with a little olive oil. I don't remember exactly what I used in this recipe, but generally for reds I mix red oxide, sparkling merlot mica and electric bubblegum together until I get the color I want. Sorry I can't be more specific ~ I guess I should take better notes, but I hope this helps. :) ione eve

[@iloveilona2211]

fantastic

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Ilove Ilona Thank you!

[@yellowrose9783]

Love your videos, Thank you for sharing.

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Hi Donna ~ thank you for watching and taking the time to leave such a nice comment. I appreciate it. :) ione eve

[@Victoria19572]

This is the prettiest soap I HAVE EVER SEEN! I am going to try my hand at it but I am sure it won't be as beautiful as yours...Can you tell me what are you using for the white color...is it a pre made oxide in something? thank you..your awesome, Victoria

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

victoria ciolek Hi Victoria ~ thank you for watching and the lovely comment. I appreciate it. To answer your question, I used some titanium dioxide mixed in a little extra light olive oil to color the base with. Since the fragrance I used tends to darken the soap, I did this so it wouldn't turn too tan. I hope this helps, and best of luck in your soap making endeavors! :) ione eve

[@Victoria19572]

EvesGardenSoaps Hi ione Eve...thank you..I thought that might be how you whitened it...can you tell me how much to use in each cup of color..1oz 3 oz? I don't know since I am new at it, but I have the rest of it figured out...I just don't want to mess up that much soap if I do the colors wrong...and I LOVE your blog site,as well as your video's...I watch almost all of them last night...Your my kind of person...keep them coming...blessings, Victoria

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

victoria ciolek Your words are very kind ~ thank you so much. I have never actually measured the amount of color I use. It doesn't always show in the video, because of editing, but I add small amounts until I get the color I want. One thing to keep in mind ~ with the color mixed in oil, the superfat % goes up, so when I plan to use a lot of color I reduce the superfat % of the recipe ie: I usually superfat at 5%, but if I'm adding milk or a lot of color I reduce it to 3% ~ then the superfat rises to 5% becasue of the fat in milk and or oil in the colors. Also, when using colors it's easy to add too much and get color run in the lather when using the soap. Less is more when coloring soap. I add enough to see the color, when looking at the soap in the container, but see through it when I run it up on the sides in a thinned state. I wish I knew this stuff when I first started, but learned it all the hard way, LOL! Happy soaping! :) ione eve

[@Bor55Giorgia]

Oooh, it's a beautiful soap!!!!! What a kind of essential oil did you use?

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Hi Giorgia ~ thank you for watching my video and the lovely compliment. My understanding is that essential oil can't be made from strawberries, among other things. I used a strawberry fragrance oil from Peak in this soap. :) ione

[@nayellynolasco1658]

You just are so smart. I never thought of not putting fragrance oil in my accent colors when I know they'll darken up!

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Hi Nayelly ~ Thanks for your uplifting compliment ~ I'm grinning! I don't know how smart I am though, it's more like trial and error. It's amazing how many little tricks we pick up the more soap we make ~ LOL! :) ione eve

[@amydoyle9082]

i seen in your comments someone else asked this same Qbut could you give some info on how you are moving that hanger-you make it look so simple,i cant believe how amazing this is-you are awesome at this!!

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Hi Amy ~ If you watch the "Making Cherry Blossom" video, I explain the motion done with the hanger. It also shows that the swirls never come out the same with this technique, but most likely will be something pretty. :) ione eve

[@BrendaBodwin]

Bravo!! Bravo!! Soooo beautiful. 💗😁

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Thank you, Brenda! I appreciate you watching and the lovely comment. Your "Bravos" put a big smile on my face! :) ione

[@doubledragon9530]

Ione, where do you get your colors? They're gorgeous.

[@jeadov]

WOW! Beautiful!

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Hi Jeanette ~ thank you very much for the gracious comment, and for sharing the video too. I really appreciate it. :) ione eve

[@CharityKnitter]

Absolutely beautiful!

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Thank you very much for the sweet compliment! I really appreciate that you shared the video too! :) ione eve

[@threepearsbreeze2190]

I was wondering when ur making ur recipe do u zero ur super fats since u add them a little later? I do this with my hp soap, but didn't know I could do it with cp...and love ur tip on cleaning up soap bars in hp!! Love ur videos and ur soap!! Thank u sooooo much for sharing! I would give 10 thumbs up if I could! Corrie

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Hi Corrie ~ Thank your for your kind words. I really appreciate hearing from you. I giggled with the 10 thumbs up! To answer your question, I use a 5% super fat discount in the lye calculation. I add them later so the other oils saponify first, leaving them in the 5% that doesn't saponify ~ for emollients and moisturizers. If this isn't what you were asking, please re-phrase and we'll have another go. Thanks again for watching, and the thoughtful comment. :) ione eve

[@Lovesoaping]

Wow that is stunning!

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Thanks Jocelyn ~ I appreciate your kind compliment and for watching! :) ione eve

[@LindaWalpole]

Wonderful video, enjoyed it a lot. I love your beautiful soaps; the colours are just perfect. You must have a great Strawberry fragrance there, because last time I used strawberry I literally had soap on a stick!!! :) Linda

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Linda Walpole ~ Thank you for watching and the gracious compliments. I combine the strawberry FO with another scent called Fruit Slices. I know what you mean about strawberry FO seizing! Also, I've noticed the smell is so strong that adding something else tames it down and makes a much better scent. :) ione eve

[@stellashandmade]

wow, that is amazingly beautiful.

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Thank you very much, Stella ~ I appreciate your nice comment! :) ione eve

[@FedericaFerrucci]

Beautiful soap! Really! Just a question...is this soap an ornamental soap or can I use it for washing my hands or my body? I'd like to buy one of your fantastic soap for a present but I don't know if it's usefull too. Thank you and sorry if I wrote something wrong...'cause I'm an italian woman ;)

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Hello Federica ~ Thank you for watching and the gracious compliment. I make soap for skin health. Enjoying the artistic side is a side-benefit for me as a soap-maker. The ingredients and skin-health properties of each soap is listed on my website. Click on a soap in the "Online Store" and the description of that soap appears. The link to my website is: evesgardenhandmadesoaps.com ~ Thanks again! :) ione eve

[@FedericaFerrucci]

♡♡♡ thanks!!!!! You are so kind and a really good soap maker!

[@Allahguest]

So beautiful, was looking for an inspiration, I got it ❤

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Thank you very much! I love it when someone gets inspired. I appreciate you watching my video and your thoughtful comment. :) ione

[@strastube]

Beautiful swirls! I'm so glad you mentioned the palm oil issue. I have contemplated this issue with my soaps. I was also using sustainable palm oil from Brambleberry. But I recently used up my last bit and am no longer using palm. I have substituted avocado oil and made my first batch. It soaped really well and I can't wait to try it out when it's cured. I wish there was a way to know the truth about sustainable palm oil, but until then, I'm going to not use it, for peace of mind.

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Hi Sandi ~ Thank you for watching, and for the thoughtful comment. Concerning the palm oil, you may want to take a look at ChristineMM's comment. I hope your soap comes out wonderful. I use avacado oil in an herbal shampoo bar that I make for myself, and my family. I recently tried using hemp oil too. It seems like we soapers have an endless choice in recipe design, eh? . . . part of the fun of soaping! :) ione eve

[@alphalioncub]

I love this very much! Amazing

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Hi Sharon ~ Thank you for watching my video and your lovely comment. I'm very happy you enjoyed it. :) ione

[@retiredandpreppingquilting2350]

So pretty

[@savoytrufflec.633]

Absolutely Gorgeous.

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Thank you for the kind compliment. :) ione eve

[@marie-franceallard882]

Gorgeous! That is a perfect technique, may I copy it ?? No worries, I don't really sell my soap :-)

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Hi Marie ~ Thank you, and yes you are welcome to use this technique. That's why I make these videos. Watching experienced soap-makers is how I learned, so I'm paying it forward (so to speak) lol :) ione eve

[@marie-franceallard882]

Thank you very much !! You are a very nice person :-)

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Ahh shucks! ~ now you made me blush! I'm just doing what so many others did for me. It's great being part of this online community of soap-makers who are so generous with their time and knowledge. I feel very privileged. :)

[@sabrinadelices]

c'est magnifique

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

+sabrina betahar Thank you, Sabrina! :) ione eve

[@marilynmaune3642]

I watch these videos hoping to learn as much as possible. I get more out of them when people talk about, when in fast motion and music-it’s only entertainment like a commercial.

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Thank you for watching my video, Marilyn. My videos are for entertainment purposes only. They are not soap making tutorials. I may do something like that after I retire though. :) ione

[@yourbeautiful7]

Just beautiful

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Thank you for watching and the nice comment ~ I appreciate it very much. :) one eve

[@antoinette91752]

So beautiful...do you give personal lessons?

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Hello Toni ~ thank you for watching and the lovely comment. I appreciate it. To answer your question, I've given lessons to my family and close friends. I'm not unwilling to do so, but location may be a hindrance. For further discussion you can contact me through my website. I'll leave a link for you. :) ione eve evesgardenhandmadesoaps.com

[@elymaya751]

So pretty!

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Thank you so much! :) ione eve

[@stellaboyer]

you are wonderful to share your technique, thank you! see ya on fb!

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Thank you, Stella ~ I appreciate you watching, commenting and sharing. You're very kind. :) ione eve

[@amyt7479]

What was that music during the fast forward? I swear I recognize it from a ballet recital when I was little....

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Hi Amy ~ Thank you for watching my video. To answer your question, the music is MC Debussy Petite Suite Second Movement. :) ione

[@KasstrooKasstroo]

قمة الروعة و الابداع والتميز

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Kasstroo1212 Kasstroo1212 Thank you for the gracious compliment. :) ione eve

[@SugarandSpiceSoaps]

So Beautiful!! :)

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Thank you Mariella! I watched you making the Pearl & Rose soap last evening ~ loved them! :) ione eve

[@suriyamunpolsri8866]

Your skilled so amazing!!! It's magic Thanksss for sharing

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Thank you, Suriya ~ I appreciate you watching and the lovely compliments! :) ione eve

[@stefanibonilla2000]

beautiful!!!!

[@EvesGardenSoaps]

Thank you, Stefani. :) ione eve