Negative "Space" Embedding

We're in "back to school" mode around here...my little guy's 1st Day of 1st Grade is on Monday...eek! It's amazing how quickly time flies! What better way to welcome in the school year and try my hand at a negative "space" embedding technique, than with a spaced themed soap...here she is...enjoy!

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Exploring Natural Colorants in Cold Process Soap

Here are a couple of my soaps that were made using indigo, alkanet root, paprika, turmeric and annatto seeds...all infused in organic olive oil...

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The Butterfly Swirl

The Butterfly Swirl is a technique that I developed based upon a classic hanger swirl. You can see the swirl in action here.

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The Secret Feather Swirl No. 2

I decided to make another secret feather swirl using the Brazilian Clay Sampler Pack from Bramble Berry. The soap is scented with a lovely blend of sweet orange, lavender and patchouli essential oils. You can see the making video here.

I was having so much fun experimenting with natural colorants, that I decided to experiment with a few more...feel free to check them out here. 

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The Zebra Hanger Swirl

I made this soap the night before our trip and was hoping to cut and photograph the following morning. My soap was still soft in the morning, so I ended up taking it (and a couple of others) on the road with me. The cutting, photography and uploads were all done in the hotel...hope you enjoy!

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The Secret Feather Swirl

Like many of you, I have been mesmerized by the Dandelion Secret Feather Swirl and thanks to Claudia's artful guidance, here is my interpretation.

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