I just love you Holly! I enjoy watching you everyday, and I’ve watched every video at least twice. Learning so much! You have such a wonderful personality 😊
Beautiful Holly… I find myself sitting laughing, as you are very comical, These new style videos are just fantastic, I love them!! Im so happy you are back with us, such a beautiful soul you have! 💛🙏
Thank you! This has been a really hard year for many different reasons. I would call it our worst yet. BUT, we are in our happy place and there is much joy to be found still!
When i figured out to knit, i put my crochet hooks down 😂...and i crocheted stuff like doilies made from thread(was best of show at the county fair, in fact). I dont really miss it because i find knitting is more in line with what i want to make (socks, hats, ect). LOVE those pricey yarns, so worth the money to knit with alpaca or merino wool. I have totally fired Red Heart and Lion brand yarns....gasp....ive become a yarn snob!!😅 Ill have to run up to Whitefish and check that yarn shop out next time I'm in town! So happy your log cabin is on the horizon. Dream come true!!❤
I have been the same way for the most part. I do like to crochet amigurumi every now and again. But that's the only crochet you're going to catch me doing. I just love knitting. Have you purchased from Montana Crochet? She dyes amazing yarn as well. She's over by Great Falls I think, but does not have a storefront. I buy mostly from her and Polka Dot Sheep but also have Three by the Sea, Arcane Fiberworks, Needles at the Ready, Area 51 Fibres, etc.. Thank you...we are very excited about the cabin!
@@moriversoap I haven't heard of Montana Crochet, but I will definitely check her out! We have a large number of alpaca farms here in Ohio, so I usually pick up some at the local wool festivals. 😊
Awe that’s an awesome and beautiful sign your friend has made for you. My Aunt & Cousins live in Kalispell, MT. Parts of Montana are absolutely stunning
I just love the sign! It's so fun. I love Kalispell. I didn't spend a lot of time there as a kid because we often went to Missoula instead. But I'm loving Kalispell!
Hi Holly from Kalispell! Packaging butters and watching your video….you always make me giggle! If you like trying local yarn makers… my good friend Shannon Longfield up in Columbia Falls owns Unicorn Fluff! She raises her own animals and harvests her wool and it is gorgeous! Just bought a scarf from her at the market and I treasure it! Check her out! Glad to see you settling in….your shop is so great! ♥️ Merry Christmas 🎄
Oh I am sooooooo excited you are making me special ones!!! Thank you so much Holly!! Was so happy to see a new video up, so many good pretties you’ve made!! ❤❤❤❤ So happy you love your sign!! Yay! Hugs!
Thank you Jodi! I do love my sign so much! I want to keep it where I can look at it! Haha! I need to send a message and find out what scent you want in your new bath bombs. They will probably be a Christmas holiday project for me.
Aww Holly I love your chat and pack videos. Your soap ,scrub and bath bombs look fab and I bet they smell wonderful. I love the evergreen soap love earthy smells Your knitting looks lovely ,your socks look so cosy and warm. Thank you for sharing 😊x
Holly it's great to see you, I've really missed you. I loved the video it was just like catching up with a friend. You definitely cheered me up your sooo funny, and such a beautiful person. Just so good to have you back whether it's a chatty video or a soaping one i love them all. Hope you and the family have a lovely time over the holidays. x x
I saved this video for a day I might need a friend. Today was that day. Thank you so much for the friendly, adorable peek into your studio and update. I wrap my soap in glassine bags, very similar to your paper. I might look into sheets. My grandma taught me how to knit when I was a very young girl, and I made the cutest socks. I would like to try it again, where do you get your patterns? Did you take a refresher course on-line? Thanks again for the chat ❤
I am glad I could be your friend and spend some time with you! I have done the glassine bags too. I like how the paper folds up better (I figured out how I used to do it later off video and it's much better now) and makes neater edges for packaging. That's just a personal preference though. I used to package some soaps in kraft bags as well but those were super stiff and took up way more room in the box than it should have. The bags are still much easier to use. I LOVE & ADORE The Crazy Sock Lady. You can watch her videos and follow along and also buy many of her patterns. I still have only done vanilla socks on 9 inch circulars but have learned to use magic loop from the portions of the sock making that still require that extra wire. Kay also has Vlogmas so you might want to sit and spend some time with her as well. She's a lovely person.
I just love your soapmaking videos Holly, I find them to be so relaxing and you are so sweet. You have such a love for what you do, and i can't wait for the next video to come out. Keep up the good work. Soap on!!!!
You are absolutely the best human. Thanks for sharing your dreams and progress with us. I want all to be well and happy in your world. Your perspective is 100%! Now I want to knit/crochet! I think I could only do one needle though! 🤔💙💛
Aw my goodness Holly, I'm glad you march to the beat of your own drum, very much the same here! Here I am, relaxing after packing orders & very much enjoying your video. It's past 1 am here in the UK, & I am only half way through the video, but had to jump into the comments. I have my own sort of language too, (I call it my 'lungage'),. Me & my partner have such a love of words ('wurbs') & really enjoy altering them on purpose, (on 'berbuss'), just for fun of the sounds & sometimes mental imagery. Legs are 'lebs', eye balls are 'eye bulbs' & we don't hear things we 'ear' them. That's just a few 🤭
Hey! Holly, you are a friend to us all. I fondly refer to u as " My soap lady!" I was telling my friends at work that you are back. Thanks as ever. Xxx❤
Well done Holly! Love this chatting videos. The sets are so beautiful 😻, but the purple socks omg I want them! I know how to crochet but never learned knitting because the yarn back there is Cuba used to make me sneeze a lot. 💜
@@moriversoap no, because if the climate and weather in Cuba I used to had episodes were I was sneezing for days so my grandma didn’t let me use anything hairy that would trigger my allergies
@@moriversoap And, I know nothing, but I have never heard of anyone making socks! …That rocks! Had to say it. Such a cool skill to have and to be able to do it any where, is pretty sweet!
Ooh, I really really hope finances allow me to get that winterberry set! I miss your soaps n stuff soooo much, you just have no idea 💜 Love your knitting projects! I really need to learn how to knit, I feel like keeping my hands busy & occupied would really help me shut my brain down a bit, lol
Thank you Teri! I highly recommend learning to knit! Even though it seems like we have a lot of time to think, it is very meditating and it relaxes and clears my mind. I find that I NEED it during the day.
I pray everything is ok with you! You’re such a joy 🫶🏻❤️ I love your knitting and yes you will get your log cabin! What a wonderful neighbor! And yesss your videos are like therapy for me. I just adore you!
Thank you so much! I am glad you enjoyed this video too. We're doing okay but you know, life is always bumpy. If we didn't have something keeping us riled up then we're probably no longer here I suppose.
I loved this video!! Loved coming along on the journey. Hearing all about the fun stuff. Your kitting projects are gorgeous 💕💕💕 Loved everything about this video!!
It's your dream home and it sounds amazing my friend. And your neighbor sounds like a really nice guy. God know our needs and he sent it to you and your family. Love your purple socks. (I'm a fan of purple), and the other amazing things that you are making too. When you get ready to open up (when you are ready) I'm here to buy something from you and I can and will wait. Keep your head up Holly! We love you. 💜
Thank you for taking the time to share your latest soap adventures 😊 and your lifestyle! Your soap is "Number 1" and just perfect. Wishing the Best 💜 you deserve it. Happy Holidays ❄️ 🎄to you and your family.
Loved this video and you’re right Holly some of us are on our own a lot and you’re great company indeed I love the way you are. I’m so impressed with your knitting skills my goodness so clever. Is there anything you can’t do well. lol. Things will all fall into place for you I’m a firm believer things happen for a reason and when. See you in the next video. Thank you.😊❤
Thank you so much!! I am trying to learn to go with the flow. I think we need to work towards something and push on it but when it pushes back, we gotta pay attention!
@@moriversoap Yes you’re right attention must be paid when it pushes back it’s recognising it is the key. 🔑 good luck with it all you have all made this far. This year has been a tough year for most of us I’ve had to turn the frown upside down a few times myself lol but we will get there. I’ll be annoying my husband to build the frames for my art work I purchased this weekend wish me luck 🍀😂😂😂.
Your videos have offered a lot of comfort over the years💓💓💓I stumbled upon them as I was newly out on my own for the first time in many years, going through a divorce. Life is much better now, and it is just so lovely to see you posting again🤗. So glad your life is calming down and you are able to get back to soaping 💓 Another big fan of your soap awaiting your new shop items here! Happy holidays to you and your family!🎄
Thank you so much! I can't wait to open again! I don't have any troubles with the tape sticking. Maybe because it's not a full wax paper. I think they call it grease-proof paper wrap.
I’m so happy you started knitting. It’s so fun and relaxing. I was gifted a sentro knitting machine and it’s help me catch up with my hat donations. Happy holidays from my family to yours ❤
I just really love how simple your soap labels are. I’ve really been trying to figure out how I wanted to wrap them. I though about the bands and I just don’t know. I wrap my melt and pour in coffee filters which I love but the square soaps are harder to figure out.
Thank you! I have done bands here and there and they are such a pain! The easiest version for me was when just using a label version on a soap box. But even then, it was such a pain to match up all the sides.
Yea I worry about the soap being naked like that for longer periods of time too. Like they could get dented or damaged or fade - all the things. @@moriversoap
Hey Holly, I am also a knitter. My number one favorite channel is Purl Together. Jana is a down-to-earth lady that lives on a farm in the wilds of Wyoming. We’ve been getting together as a small group in Utah the first weekend in October where we have a lot of fun and do a little knitting.
Whitefish ( for those who don’t know ) is awesome, it’s mostly a tourist attraction with lots of adorable shops. Theres also Whitefish Lake that’s really stunning.
I love Whitefish! They have the best Christmas lights downtown. We go up there every now and again for Piggyback BBQ. It's hard to find good BBQ when you're from KC BBQ but they do a dang good job!
Setting up shop and getting all the supplies is a Chore in itself. I know you like to be organized and it seems as its all coming back together one step at a time. Its a Lot of work prepping. I can say hands down, best Soap, Best wax melts. you've got this. :)
I love this video, feels like we're visiting. 😊 You guys have been through so much! But God's plans are in action and everything will be better than you had even hoped for! I love your knitting items, they look so soft and nice, and awesome you have a portable passion to bring wherever you go. The rainbow socks are the bomb, so cute! 😊
Love the new soap room and Montana looks like a dream. I see you changed your packaging, I know you used soap boxes at one time. The paper looks great though.
I love the Albanach Knitter you get to see the wonderful Scottish islanders were he lives and works with the Church plus chatting about what he is knitting. It’s very peaceful and heartwarming and even though I do not have religious beliefs anymore it doesn’t matter. I love you too you both like Ellen Ruth make one feel like you’re there with you. Don’t worry about your shop being delayed that’s life gosh and your in Winter new home so much to do I am in awe that your even considering opening pre Christmas. Holly where did you find the pattern for that hat I’ve never seen one like it. Your cabin sounds wonderful and I know now why I love your personality you do appreciate your upbringing it was probably better than those who lived in mansions.
Thank you! I will check out that knitter. Sounds fun! I need to open to help fund this build. Haha...but not funny either. 😉 There is a song that talks about how love grows best in small houses. I think that's true. When a house is too big, you can go to your corners and not see each other. We experienced that in the old house. We have done really well in the fifth wheel but having the workshop and a warm space to us to spend time in is very refreshing. The cabin is going to be just the right size I think! The pattern is from Ysolda and it's called the Musselburgh. When you get the pattern, you also can use the Excel sheet they designed to figure out what size you should make the hat based on preferences and your gauge. It's so awesome! You can find it on Ravelry as well but this is the website for it. ysolda.com/products/musselburgh
I swear I think us soapmakers are all kind of alike in personality at some point :) Every time you'd pause and mention something like how it's snowing or a loud noise I'd chuckle cause I would do the same. This was a very nice chat and I enjoyed it! I hate to hear that there are a few struggles, though it is a way of life and sometimes it works out the way it needs to :) May all of your struggles return tenfold in successes! You've got a good start on your relaunch, I think! I look forward to seeing more from you!
Thank you Melissa! I agree that many of us are very alike. I find that when I watch videos of people that make soap or knit or whatever, the ones that do the same things have very similar mannerisms, sayings, expressions, etc.. It's so fun!
I'm so excited to see your log cabin come together! (Is your neighbor Tedd Benson? 😂) We live in a house that's 1924 sq feet and some days we're like "we live in each other's pockets anyway, why is this house so big?!" Loved hanging out with you, hope to chat again soon!
Thank you! We all pretty much hang out together anyway...honestly we're building what we're doing because of the kids. But soon enough it will just be the two of us anyway. Not that guy but now I'm curious. Haha!
@@moriversoap LOL yeah Tedd Benson is a timber frame house builder who's made it popular here in the US (he's built houses on This Old House a few times). I think he's in Maine but the mental image of your hubby just randomly going into the woods and meeting the perfect guy for your house is great. 😂
Best of luck to you. Last time we moved we downsized to just over 1600 ft.². We had three young girls, and it worked out very well. Now they’re all married and have homes of their own and this house is just perfect for the two of usand we can definitely fit our children and their children in the house for a very nice family get together. You’ll do well. And are you ever fortunate to have a lovely neighbor.
Thank you! That's great for me to know. It feels like it will be just the right cozy size! We have all the outdoors to play if we need more room for company!
If you have a ups store near you they have an option where you can get deliveries dropped there and then you can pick them up. I'm not sure how much that costs
I'm really sorry you had to go through that experience of being sued but at the same time, I am relieved that it wasn't some tragic event that happened with your family. I was concerned and I am glad to hear it wasn't that. Being a former police officer, I can vouch for the fact that it is just a game with attorneys when they enter the court room. During my trainings, we would have attorneys come in and speak to us and they would tell us that its just a game to them. Anyhow, I love your videos. It's like I am sitting right with you and drinking my coffee while I listen. I am keeping an eye on your shop so I can make a purchase. 🙂
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I just recently lost my dad on the 4th. I have been wanting to learn how to make soap and feel now is the best time to occupy me. Please , Please tell me a beginners video for me to start out with . How did you start out with your first batch. I just need therapy . Thank you ❤
I’m pretty sure holly has one for beginners. Katie Carson at royalty soap has a beginners academy on here as well. If you have any questions and she is busy shoot me a message I’m happy to help as well. It’s a great thing to get into.
@Magnoliasouthcreations Yes please any suggestions or advice yoir willing to share or which videos are best for beginners I would greatly appreciate. Thank you!
I'm so sorry for your loss. Having a new project that excites you will help heal your heart. I don't have much for tutorials and I'm out of the loop with the other makers. But I do think Katie has a beginners series. Brambleberry/The Soap Queen also has a beginner series but it's pretty old at this point. Check out Lovin Soap and The Nerdy Farmwife as well.
@@moriversoap she does that’s what I was telling her about I thought you had done something in the line of a starter video as well though if not you should your a good maker and your advice is always sound
Currently Costco is less expensive than paying shipping with the suppliers. Olive Oil has significantly raised in price and Costco is still the best for me.
I haven't made steamers without menthol. I am in the Cada molds group and if you search the steamers and read comments, there have been some tips and tricks for making them without menthol.
I want to thank you for your share. As an artist wanting to make an online site… I did not know. I looked it up, I’m so sorry honey! ((((Giant huge hug, dude I’m so sorry I can’t do more kinda hug)))) What a nasty, evil, grabby thing- no reason not to just contact you, besides greed. I called my friend who does have a site, abstract paintings… he said WHAT?! He is fixing his site.
I just love you Holly!
I enjoy watching you everyday, and I’ve watched every video at least twice. Learning so much!
You have such a wonderful personality 😊
Awe thank you so much!
Beautiful Holly…
I find myself sitting laughing, as you are very comical,
These new style videos are just fantastic, I love them!!
Im so happy you are back with us, such a beautiful soul you have! 💛🙏
I loved this video, it made me laugh too. Holly, you are awesome so glad to see you on TH-cam again.
Thank you so much! I am glad you enjoyed the video! I hope I still have stories to tell to make more! Haha!
@kezru1581 Thank you!
You look so much more relaxed, happier and not so stressed out. It’s great to see that you are happy and you’re living your dreams.
Thank you! This has been a really hard year for many different reasons. I would call it our worst yet. BUT, we are in our happy place and there is much joy to be found still!
When i figured out to knit, i put my crochet hooks down 😂...and i crocheted stuff like doilies made from thread(was best of show at the county fair, in fact). I dont really miss it because i find knitting is more in line with what i want to make (socks, hats, ect). LOVE those pricey yarns, so worth the money to knit with alpaca or merino wool. I have totally fired Red Heart and Lion brand yarns....gasp....ive become a yarn snob!!😅 Ill have to run up to Whitefish and check that yarn shop out next time I'm in town! So happy your log cabin is on the horizon. Dream come true!!❤
I have been the same way for the most part. I do like to crochet amigurumi every now and again. But that's the only crochet you're going to catch me doing. I just love knitting. Have you purchased from Montana Crochet? She dyes amazing yarn as well. She's over by Great Falls I think, but does not have a storefront. I buy mostly from her and Polka Dot Sheep but also have Three by the Sea, Arcane Fiberworks, Needles at the Ready, Area 51 Fibres, etc.. Thank you...we are very excited about the cabin!
@@moriversoap I haven't heard of Montana Crochet, but I will definitely check her out! We have a large number of alpaca farms here in Ohio, so I usually pick up some at the local wool festivals. 😊
Awe that’s an awesome and beautiful sign your friend has made for you.
My Aunt & Cousins live in Kalispell, MT. Parts of Montana are absolutely stunning
I just love the sign! It's so fun. I love Kalispell. I didn't spend a lot of time there as a kid because we often went to Missoula instead. But I'm loving Kalispell!
Hi Holly from Kalispell! Packaging butters and watching your video….you always make me giggle!
If you like trying local yarn makers… my good friend Shannon Longfield up in Columbia Falls owns Unicorn Fluff! She raises her own animals and harvests her wool and it is gorgeous! Just bought a scarf from her at the market and I treasure it! Check her out! Glad to see you settling in….your shop is so great! ♥️
Merry Christmas 🎄
Hi Leanne! Oh that sounds so fun. I will have to look her up too. Thank you!
Oh I am sooooooo excited you are making me special ones!!! Thank you so much Holly!! Was so happy to see a new video up, so many good pretties you’ve made!! ❤❤❤❤ So happy you love your sign!! Yay! Hugs!
Thank you Jodi! I do love my sign so much! I want to keep it where I can look at it! Haha! I need to send a message and find out what scent you want in your new bath bombs. They will probably be a Christmas holiday project for me.
Hello 👋 Holly that Christmas Hat is adorable. It would be adorable in a soap, as well as the Christmas Tree 🎄
Thank you! They sure would!
Aww Holly I love your chat and pack videos. Your soap ,scrub and bath bombs look fab and I bet they smell wonderful. I love the evergreen soap love earthy smells
Your knitting looks lovely ,your socks look so cosy and warm. Thank you for sharing 😊x
Thank you so much Jayne!
What a fun chat. I just love your channel.
Thank you Nancy!
Missed these chats with you! I'm glad you're back. Keep going with the knitting, and God willing, the cabin gets done sooner rather than later.
Thank you! I am glad you enjoyed the video.
A little log cabin in the woods is literally my dream home 🏡 great video! Thanks for sharing!
Thank you! It's such a great dream!
Holly it's great to see you, I've really missed you. I loved the video it was just like catching up with a friend. You definitely cheered me up your sooo funny, and such a beautiful person. Just so good to have you back whether it's a chatty video or a soaping one i love them all. Hope you and the family have a lovely time over the holidays. x x
Thank you!
I saved this video for a day I might need a friend. Today was that day. Thank you so much for the friendly, adorable peek into your studio and update. I wrap my soap in glassine bags, very similar to your paper. I might look into sheets. My grandma taught me how to knit when I was a very young girl, and I made the cutest socks. I would like to try it again, where do you get your patterns? Did you take a refresher course on-line? Thanks again for the chat ❤
I am glad I could be your friend and spend some time with you! I have done the glassine bags too. I like how the paper folds up better (I figured out how I used to do it later off video and it's much better now) and makes neater edges for packaging. That's just a personal preference though. I used to package some soaps in kraft bags as well but those were super stiff and took up way more room in the box than it should have. The bags are still much easier to use.
I LOVE & ADORE The Crazy Sock Lady. You can watch her videos and follow along and also buy many of her patterns. I still have only done vanilla socks on 9 inch circulars but have learned to use magic loop from the portions of the sock making that still require that extra wire. Kay also has Vlogmas so you might want to sit and spend some time with her as well. She's a lovely person.
I can’t wait for you release so I can order some of your soap.
Yay! Thank you!
I just love your soapmaking videos Holly, I find them to be so relaxing and you are so sweet. You have such a love for what you do, and i can't wait for the next video to come out. Keep up the good work. Soap on!!!!
Thank you so much Carol!
Oh my Holly!!! I love your knit art…. You are so good at it!!! Those hats are awesome, love the rainbow socks. What pretty yarns! Great job!!
Thank you Jodi! I just love it all!
Love seeing and listening to you again! Friendly faces are a blessing! 🩷
Thank you! They sure are!
Holly you'll find your groove give it time.as always soaps lovely and love the chat.
Thank you Chrissy! It will be worth it!
So glad to see you making soap and products again!!!
Thank you! I am glad to be back!
Hi Holly, I absolutely loved this video thank you. Loved your beautiful yarn/knitting at the end.
Thank you! I'm so glad!
Hey Holly, it's so good to have you back soaping!
Thank you Ingrid! I am having so much fun!
I absolutely LOVE the knitting!
It's the best!
Love your story, good luck and happiness
Thank you Linda!
You are absolutely the best human. Thanks for sharing your dreams and progress with us. I want all to be well and happy in your world. Your perspective is 100%! Now I want to knit/crochet! I think I could only do one needle though! 🤔💙💛
Thank you so much! I love using the two needles with knitting because I like to keep both hands busy!
Aw my goodness Holly, I'm glad you march to the beat of your own drum, very much the same here! Here I am, relaxing after packing orders & very much enjoying your video. It's past 1 am here in the UK, & I am only half way through the video, but had to jump into the comments. I have my own sort of language too, (I call it my 'lungage'),. Me & my partner have such a love of words ('wurbs') & really enjoy altering them on purpose, (on 'berbuss'), just for fun of the sounds & sometimes mental imagery. Legs are 'lebs', eye balls are 'eye bulbs' & we don't hear things we 'ear' them. That's just a few 🤭
That's so fun! Your comment reminds me that my dad used to say eye bulbs too! Haha!
@@moriversoap Ha, no way, that's so funny. That one for me actually came frome my little brother when he was about 4 or 5. He has a few great ones
Hey! Holly, you are a friend to us all. I fondly refer to u as " My soap lady!" I was telling my friends at work that you are back. Thanks as ever. Xxx❤
Awe thank you!
Oh my goodness I seriously NEED some of your shower steamers. I have horrible sinuses and would absolutely love some of those ❤
Well done Holly! Love this chatting videos. The sets are so beautiful 😻, but the purple socks omg I want them! I know how to crochet but never learned knitting because the yarn back there is Cuba used to make me sneeze a lot. 💜
Thank you Clivia! Do you have a wool allergy then maybe?
@@moriversoap no, because if the climate and weather in Cuba I used to had episodes were I was sneezing for days so my grandma didn’t let me use anything hairy that would trigger my allergies
Greeting Holly from Barbados. I love, love your videos and soap. Keep up the good work.
Thank you!
Oh, my word! I can’t believe you made those socks! They are amazing!
Thank you! I do feel like I have a bit of a superpower making socks. Haha!
@@moriversoap And, I know nothing, but I have never heard of anyone making socks! …That rocks! Had to say it. Such a cool skill to have and to be able to do it any where, is pretty sweet!
Ooh, I really really hope finances allow me to get that winterberry set! I miss your soaps n stuff soooo much, you just have no idea 💜
Love your knitting projects! I really need to learn how to knit, I feel like keeping my hands busy & occupied would really help me shut my brain down a bit, lol
Thank you Teri! I highly recommend learning to knit! Even though it seems like we have a lot of time to think, it is very meditating and it relaxes and clears my mind. I find that I NEED it during the day.
Wonderful and cute video. Thank you !
Thank you!
I love this kind of chatting videos. I didn’t know you knit. Your stuff looks awesome!❤
Thank you so much! Learning to knit was my new years project. I love it!
I pray everything is ok with you! You’re such a joy 🫶🏻❤️ I love your knitting and yes you will get your log cabin! What a wonderful neighbor!
And yesss your videos are like therapy for me. I just adore you!
Thank you so much! I am glad you enjoyed this video too. We're doing okay but you know, life is always bumpy. If we didn't have something keeping us riled up then we're probably no longer here I suppose.
I loved this video!! Loved coming along on the journey. Hearing all about the fun stuff. Your kitting projects are gorgeous 💕💕💕 Loved everything about this video!!
Thank you so much Lori! I will have to make them a thing!
@@moriversoap 💯% yes!!
It's your dream home and it sounds amazing my friend. And your neighbor sounds like a really nice guy. God know our needs and he sent it to you and your family. Love your purple socks. (I'm a fan of purple), and the other amazing things that you are making too. When you get ready to open up (when you are ready) I'm here to buy something from you and I can and will wait. Keep your head up Holly! We love you. 💜
Thank you so much!
Thank you for taking the time to share your latest soap adventures 😊 and your lifestyle! Your soap is "Number 1" and just perfect. Wishing the Best 💜 you deserve it.
Happy Holidays ❄️ 🎄to you and your family.
Thank you so much Carol!
Loved this video and you’re right Holly some of us are on our own a lot and you’re great company indeed I love the way you are. I’m so impressed with your knitting skills my goodness so clever. Is there anything you can’t do well. lol. Things will all fall into place for you I’m a firm believer things happen for a reason and when. See you in the next video. Thank you.😊❤
Thank you so much!! I am trying to learn to go with the flow. I think we need to work towards something and push on it but when it pushes back, we gotta pay attention!
@@moriversoap Yes you’re right attention must be paid when it pushes back it’s recognising it is the key. 🔑 good luck with it all you have all made this far. This year has been a tough year for most of us I’ve had to turn the frown upside down a few times myself lol but we will get there. I’ll be annoying my husband to build the frames for my art work I purchased this weekend wish me luck 🍀😂😂😂.
Your videos have offered a lot of comfort over the years💓💓💓I stumbled upon them as I was newly out on my own for the first time in many years, going through a divorce. Life is much better now, and it is just so lovely to see you posting again🤗. So glad your life is calming down and you are able to get back to soaping 💓 Another big fan of your soap awaiting your new shop items here! Happy holidays to you and your family!🎄
I'm so glad! Thank you! Happy Holiday to you as well!
So happy you are back!!
Thank you!
Loved the chat video. Hope your stuff just magically works out for ya at the right time! Hugz, Tree
Thank you Tree! I am hoping and praying!
I've always wanted to stay in a log cabin. I bet the views out the window will be Amazing! ❤
It will be! I am excited!
Holly I’ve been watching that soap store❤❤I like the idea of a set👍🏻👍🏻 mmmmmmmm winterberry.
I can’t get tape to stick to my paper like that.
Thank you so much! I can't wait to open again! I don't have any troubles with the tape sticking. Maybe because it's not a full wax paper. I think they call it grease-proof paper wrap.
I’m so happy you started knitting. It’s so fun and relaxing. I was gifted a sentro knitting machine and it’s help me catch up with my hat donations. Happy holidays from my family to yours ❤
It is the most fun and the most relaxing! Happy Holidays to you as well!
I just really love how simple your soap labels are. I’ve really been trying to figure out how I wanted to wrap them. I though about the bands and I just don’t know. I wrap my melt and pour in coffee filters which I love but the square soaps are harder to figure out.
Thank you! I have done bands here and there and they are such a pain! The easiest version for me was when just using a label version on a soap box. But even then, it was such a pain to match up all the sides.
Yea I worry about the soap being naked like that for longer periods of time too. Like they could get dented or damaged or fade - all the things. @@moriversoap
Hey Holly, I am also a knitter. My number one favorite channel is Purl Together. Jana is a down-to-earth lady that lives on a farm in the wilds of Wyoming. We’ve been getting together as a small group in Utah the first weekend in October where we have a lot of fun and do a little knitting.
That sounds fantastic! Thank you for the recommendation!
your knitting items turned out so beautifully
Thank you!
Love to watch your videos!
Thank you so much!
I have been in a funk, and you have been inspiring me, You always have. Thank you for sharing and I'm so happy you are posting again ❤
Thank you!
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Love yah holly you keep it real and love all of you content you are an inspiration to me over the years
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Thank you!
Whitefish ( for those who don’t know )
is awesome, it’s mostly a tourist attraction with lots of adorable shops.
Theres also Whitefish Lake that’s really stunning.
I love Whitefish! They have the best Christmas lights downtown. We go up there every now and again for Piggyback BBQ. It's hard to find good BBQ when you're from KC BBQ but they do a dang good job!
Big Mountain just opened last week and I can't wait to take the Jeep up there to check out the buzz!
@@moriversoap Oh Yeah I think my Cousin told me about that. Hope you have lots of fun up there.
So glad your back!
Thank you!
I love this video, it’s like listening to a podcast, asmr, and how to tutorial all in one
Thank you! I am glad you enjoyed it!
Setting up shop and getting all the supplies is a Chore in itself. I know you like to be organized and it seems as its all coming back together one step at a time. Its a Lot of work prepping. I can say hands down, best Soap, Best wax melts. you've got this. :)
It was more work that I anticipated and it's still ongoing. I keep telling my husband that we didn't plan it well. 😲 Thank you so very much!
Your knitting and soap are great! I get in the knitting mode when I get to travel to Montana!
Thank you! Montana is made for knitting! My favorite is knitting by the lake!
I love this video, feels like we're visiting. 😊 You guys have been through so much! But God's plans are in action and everything will be better than you had even hoped for! I love your knitting items, they look so soft and nice, and awesome you have a portable passion to bring wherever you go. The rainbow socks are the bomb, so cute! 😊
Thank you Mel! Despite all we have been through, I am still hopeful and look forward to the coming years.
Love the knitting!
Thank you!
Love the new soap room and Montana looks like a dream. I see you changed your packaging, I know you used soap boxes at one time. The paper looks great though.
Thanks! I started using the paper wrap in 2022 when I changed my bar size.
YES! We need a massive coffee sugar scrub jar!!!
Oh good! Finally someone who wants a coffee scrub. I was starting to think I shouldn't even bother. LOL
Oh my gosh I just finished Suits, I loved it.
I dread finishing it. I just finished season 4 so I have a bit to go at least.
I enjoyed your pack & chat! I like “Suits” also 🤗
Thank you! I am glad you liked this video. Suits is so good. I am going to be sad when I finish it. But just half way!
Beautiful work
Thank you Tammy!
I love the Albanach Knitter you get to see the wonderful Scottish islanders were he lives and works with the Church plus chatting about what he is knitting. It’s very peaceful and heartwarming and even though I do not have religious beliefs anymore it doesn’t matter. I love you too you both like Ellen Ruth make one feel like you’re there with you. Don’t worry about your shop being delayed that’s life gosh and your in Winter new home so much to do I am in awe that your even considering opening pre Christmas.
Holly where did you find the pattern for that hat I’ve never seen one like it. Your cabin sounds wonderful and I know now why I love your personality you do appreciate your upbringing it was probably better than those who lived in mansions.
Thank you! I will check out that knitter. Sounds fun! I need to open to help fund this build. Haha...but not funny either. 😉 There is a song that talks about how love grows best in small houses. I think that's true. When a house is too big, you can go to your corners and not see each other. We experienced that in the old house. We have done really well in the fifth wheel but having the workshop and a warm space to us to spend time in is very refreshing. The cabin is going to be just the right size I think!
The pattern is from Ysolda and it's called the Musselburgh. When you get the pattern, you also can use the Excel sheet they designed to figure out what size you should make the hat based on preferences and your gauge. It's so awesome! You can find it on Ravelry as well but this is the website for it.
ysolda.com/products/musselburgh
@@moriversoap thank you
Have purchased pattern will buy wool then start in new year. It’s summertime and a wee bit warm for knitting. Thank you again
I swear I think us soapmakers are all kind of alike in personality at some point :) Every time you'd pause and mention something like how it's snowing or a loud noise I'd chuckle cause I would do the same. This was a very nice chat and I enjoyed it! I hate to hear that there are a few struggles, though it is a way of life and sometimes it works out the way it needs to :) May all of your struggles return tenfold in successes! You've got a good start on your relaunch, I think! I look forward to seeing more from you!
Thank you Melissa! I agree that many of us are very alike. I find that when I watch videos of people that make soap or knit or whatever, the ones that do the same things have very similar mannerisms, sayings, expressions, etc.. It's so fun!
❤ a log cabin. That's my dream. Many Blessings Holly. You will make your dreams come true.
Thank you! I am very excited!
I love the knitted hat. I bet it’s warm
It's so nice and cozy. My head is never cold!
We are glad your back xx it's the name because I have a HOLLY nd she's exactly the same xx
That's so fun!
Oh my word….. I am so enjoying this ❤😂❤😊
Yay thank you!
I am so happy your back,I’m sure you’ll get your groove back
Thank you! I hope so!
I'm so excited to see your log cabin come together! (Is your neighbor Tedd Benson? 😂) We live in a house that's 1924 sq feet and some days we're like "we live in each other's pockets anyway, why is this house so big?!"
Loved hanging out with you, hope to chat again soon!
Thank you! We all pretty much hang out together anyway...honestly we're building what we're doing because of the kids. But soon enough it will just be the two of us anyway. Not that guy but now I'm curious. Haha!
@@moriversoap LOL yeah Tedd Benson is a timber frame house builder who's made it popular here in the US (he's built houses on This Old House a few times). I think he's in Maine but the mental image of your hubby just randomly going into the woods and meeting the perfect guy for your house is great. 😂
Love the socks
Thank you! I really enjoy making them!
Best of luck to you. Last time we moved we downsized to just over 1600 ft.². We had three young girls, and it worked out very well. Now they’re all married and have homes of their own and this house is just perfect for the two of usand we can definitely fit our children and their children in the house for a very nice family get together. You’ll do well. And are you ever fortunate to have a lovely neighbor.
Thank you! That's great for me to know. It feels like it will be just the right cozy size! We have all the outdoors to play if we need more room for company!
Loved this... you are such a beautiful woman....🎉 and an amazing heart ❤️ u made my day all the way in south africa 🇿🇦
Thank you so much!
I love the boxes you are putting the sets in. Where did you get those?
Thanks! I bought these ones off of Amazon. They just had a better price point when considering shipping.
Where did you find your shower steamer mold I love it ❤ thank you for sharing
Thanks! I had it custom made from a shop on Etsy.
Are you using the label setting to print labels? They come out so much better.
Oh yes. We've tried all the settings.
After not seeing you for sooo long, I'm pretty sure if you just wanted to talk about the weather I'd watch it! ❤😊
That's so sweet! Thank you!
@@moriversoap will you ever take orders for hats??? 🙏😁
I love your chatty vids❤
I'm so glad! Thank you!
sounds good to me! keep going!
Thank you!
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Thank you Rhonda!
Very cool
Thank you!
I hate my laser printer for labels. Love my Epson EcoTank.
Oh good to know! Thank you so much!
If you have a ups store near you they have an option where you can get deliveries dropped there and then you can pick them up. I'm not sure how much that costs
We did end up getting a UPS store mail box. It has helped a lot. We still have billing issues because this is our billing address.
That's wild! @@moriversoap
I'm really sorry you had to go through that experience of being sued but at the same time, I am relieved that it wasn't some tragic event that happened with your family. I was concerned and I am glad to hear it wasn't that. Being a former police officer, I can vouch for the fact that it is just a game with attorneys when they enter the court room. During my trainings, we would have attorneys come in and speak to us and they would tell us that its just a game to them. Anyhow, I love your videos. It's like I am sitting right with you and drinking my coffee while I listen. I am keeping an eye on your shop so I can make a purchase. 🙂
I can see how it might be a fun game for them but a lot of good people sure do get hurt. Thanks for watching and for looking for the store to reopen!
OCuSOFT Retaine MGD Ophthalmic Emulsion - Complete Dry Eye Relief - Soothes
Helps my dry eyes, preservative free, can be used whenever needed. The twisty cap thingy DOES go back on the vial so you can use it all. Hope this helps!
Thank you! I will look into it!
I just recently lost my dad on the 4th. I have been wanting to learn how to make soap and feel now is the best time to occupy me. Please , Please tell me a beginners video for me to start out with . How did you start out with your first batch. I just need therapy . Thank you ❤
I’m pretty sure holly has one for beginners. Katie Carson at royalty soap has a beginners academy on here as well. If you have any questions and she is busy shoot me a message I’m happy to help as well. It’s a great thing to get into.
@Magnoliasouthcreations Yes please any suggestions or advice yoir willing to share or which videos are best for beginners I would greatly appreciate. Thank you!
Anytime.
I'm so sorry for your loss. Having a new project that excites you will help heal your heart. I don't have much for tutorials and I'm out of the loop with the other makers. But I do think Katie has a beginners series. Brambleberry/The Soap Queen also has a beginner series but it's pretty old at this point. Check out Lovin Soap and The Nerdy Farmwife as well.
@@moriversoap she does that’s what I was telling her about I thought you had done something in the line of a starter video as well though if not you should your a good maker and your advice is always sound
Thank you love
Thank you!
I’m a yarny girl. I like seeing your makes. Ross from smell great guy offers great hat patterns free on his web site.
That's fun! Thank you for the recommendation. I think I am going to try an Oslo hat next but probably not going to need any hats for a while. Ha!
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Thank you!
What kind of paper do you wrap your bars with?
It's a wax-type paper. I think they call it a food wrap, grease proof.
Thank you! I'm so go glad your back
Hi Holly, just wondering what type of paper you're using to wrap your soap?
It's a deli wrap/grease proof paper. I got mine at Amazon.
perfect, thank you@@moriversoap
may I ask where you get your olive oil : ) ~~
Currently Costco is less expensive than paying shipping with the suppliers. Olive Oil has significantly raised in price and Costco is still the best for me.
@@moriversoap agreed. olive oil is so so so so so pricey now for me , its Sams club or Costco for me as well
Laura Ingall’s lives! You should reread the ones where they are building.
I probably should! Building is a challenge!
How can I make shower steamers without menthol. What would the amount of oils be? Thank you.
You could try peppermint, don’t know amounts tho
I haven't made steamers without menthol. I am in the Cada molds group and if you search the steamers and read comments, there have been some tips and tricks for making them without menthol.
Love your knitting..I've got into machine knitting too as I do alot of charity knitting..Im the hat lady..lol..I continental knit how about you???
Thank you! That's definitely a good way to streamline your process then! I do continental knitting as well. 😊
What happened to your boxes from before?
I changed my bar size so the boxes no longer work. I found some that I liked this year that would work, but they were entirely too expensive.
I want to thank you for your share. As an artist wanting to make an online site… I did not know. I looked it up, I’m so sorry honey! ((((Giant huge hug, dude I’m so sorry I can’t do more kinda hug)))) What a nasty, evil, grabby thing- no reason not to just contact you, besides greed. I called my friend who does have a site, abstract paintings… he said WHAT?! He is fixing his site.
Thank you! I am glad it was helpful!
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Thank you!
Sorry to hear you were sued. I’m not sure I understand what alt text means.
Thank you. It was a difficult time in my life.