Hey Anne Marie. I just want you to know that I find all of your cold-process soap tutorials very much educational. I'm a 11 year old whom makes soaps and I'm getting my certification on lye soaps. I have my own store already because of you, so thank you so very much. You're an inspiration everywhere.
You are such an inspiration to me all I do is make soap for the hospital I currently am living at and sell it to raise money for diabetes and watch your videos your lovely xx
I know you have a newer, easier recipe, but I like THIS more step-intensive soap frosting. I have not had great luck with just using my regular Cold Process soap batter at a thickness that is "kind of" like frosting. (Soft and droopy peaks.) THIS recipe and process yields a LOT of bright white soap frosting that is beautiful on any soap cupcake or bar. I'm glad I tried it and will keep using it. Stong, crisp peaks. Not hard to do and whips beautifully and makes a lot. I do use a stand mixer rather than a handheld for ease in the 7 min whipping. Thanks again for all your great videos and for sharing your knowledge.
You speak very lovely.Have watched so many of your soapmaking videos can't stop watching and learning.Im 35 yrs old with lots to do but I somehow find time to watch your videos.
Ann Marie I would love to see Katie from ROYALTY SOAPS be a guest on your Video I think your personalities. would make a great show. I think the soapping world would watch and bring up both her 's and your # since you both have a lot of followers. love you both 💋💞 Diana Hande
you were who inspired me to discover opportunities in this wonderful soap world, I love that you make it so simple for people like me to follow. thank you so much...
+Sherissa Rodriguez Thank you so much for your amazingly sweet comment Sherissa. It means so much to me that I could help inspire you. You definitely put a smile on my face. =)
I love watching your videos for education. You have taught me so much in the past 2 weeks I have made the Lemon Poppy seed, Sunflower, Watermelon, and 3 different types of soap bombs for Easter, Spring, and relaxation. My dog and husband get jealous when I sit at my desk now. Thank you for sharing, I am looking for a Key Lime Pie now, any Ideas will be appreciated!
Thank you so much for this post! I was a bit nervous making soap frosting again as it has always flopped over. But this recipe /method worked great!! I did put it in the freezer for a few minutes after mixing as it was starting to heat up again and it worked like a charm. Cupcakes are holding up perfectly. Can't wait to make more.
Hi Sherry Buras! Technically, it is not possible to make soap without lye. Soap, by definition, is the result of a chemical reaction between some kind of oil and lye. That reaction is called saponification. While lye is used to make soap, it's not in the final bars. That's because it's used up during the saponification process. Read more about that here: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/cold-process-soap/wheres-the-lye-2/ If you don't feel comfortable using lye, you can make melt and pour soap! It has already turned into soap, so you're not handling lye. =) Learn more about making melt and pour soap here: th-cam.com/video/c5ouJZfluMY/w-d-xo.html
Your voice is so calming! As someone who always gets stressed out and has anxiety, your voice calms me down greatly. That probably sounds really creepy 😂
I get so happy when I see your uploads! I wish you updated more often :( These cupcakes look so adorable, I think you did a great job with the frosting. Maybe one day I'll make them myself. Btw, you look so pretty Anne Marie!
Thank you so very much for your generosity in making these videos. It would be awesome if you could actually show the end result of one of these cupcakes dissolving in the bath making a beautiful colour as well as a bubble bath.. . I don’t know if these do that or not?
I know this is so silly but when you make that noise Boop lol when you talk about powder going everywhere or the cupcake tops coming off it makes me giggle in a good way. I love your channel.
+Simone Blackshear Hi Simone! Soap, by definition, is a chemical reaction between some sort of oil or butter and lye. This reaction is called saponification. While lye is used to make soap, it's not present in the final bars. That's because all of it gets used up during the saponification process. Read more about that here: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/cold-process-soap/wheres-the-lye-2/ If you don't feel comfortable working with lye, you may like melt and pour soap! It has already turned into soap, so you're not handling fresh lye. =) Learn more about making melt and pour soap here: th-cam.com/video/c5ouJZfluMY/w-d-xo.html
Hi Ann-Marie, I'm curious. If heat is a problem for the icing to form and keep. Does that mean the soap does not go through the gel process but rather it is placed in the refrigerator for 24 hours? I tried to make an icing, and after watching your video I realized why it was a disaster. I completely missed the cooling stage. Thank You for your instruction. Shirley
I have made this recipe twice and I was wondering if the frosting can be regular cp process instead of putting it in the frig. It's so hot here the frosting melts before I can even get it on the cupcakes LOL. I have even tried putting it in a ice bath as I blend the frosting and by the time I get it in the frosting bag it is melting.
Hi Marie, your soap is really beautiful ❤. I hope I can make a beautiful soap too because when I tried to make it, my soap froze really quickly after I added the fragnance oil so I couldn't pour it into the mold or form it at all. First, I mixed the oil with lye (I used coconut oil, palm oil and sunflower oil) and then I added the color powder and mix it until light tace. Last I added the fragnance and suddenly my soap just frozen. Was it right or wrong step? I hope you can give an explanation or tips about this case. Thank you (sorry for my bad english) 😊
So nice! Thanks for sharing. I never do this method because my mom doesn't allow me to use fridge. So I let my soap to heavy trace and wait until it's very thick. I make a little ball (cold process) with watermelon spoon. It's not perfect but it's safe! ;)
HI Anne Marie, This maybe a stupid question but do you suggest having a separate mixer, measuring bowls, utensils, ect just for making soap? I'm assuming you can't just put them in the dishwasher and then use them in your kitchen again?
+jmw1386 That's a great question! I recommend having separate utensils for soaping and other handmade products. Even with the best washing, lye and fragrance oil can sometimes get caught in micro cracks or scratches on the equipment. That means you could accidentally ingest those ingredients. To be on the safe side, I would recommend having dedicated soaping equipment. =) Also, hand washing is best when it comes to soaping tools. Dishwashing detergent + leftover soap equals way too many bubbles for your dishwasher! Learn more about cleaning up here: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/tips-and-tricks/clean-soapy-session/
Greetimgs from.Pretoria, South Africa. If MnP is together with CP soap and bearing in mind CP soap takes 4 to 6 weeks to cure and MnP can sweat if not wrapped, how do you cure soap that is both a CP and MnP? I am still learning and often want to make CP with MnP embeds but don't know how to cure them. Please help, Anne-Marie😊
Is the frosting from the cupcake ok to be put into the bath or does it have to be taken off before using. I love watching your videos. I watch them all the time.
Hi Halina Nguyen! That is correct, we recommend letting these soaps cure for 4-6 weeks. =) Learn more about how to store your soap here: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/tips-and-tricks/how-to-store-handmade-bath-products/
Wonderful! My daughter wants to make soap cupcakes for her teachers this Christmas. She is 12. I thought she could make the base with the melt & pour but can you please tell me how to make frosting with melt & pour soap? Is it possible? Thx.
+Adrian Padron We have an amazing tutorial for melt and pour cupcake frosting that would be perfect for you and your daughter! It's made with meringue powder and Foaming Bath Butter. You can find that recipe here: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/melt-and-pour-soap/luscious-lemon-cupcakes/ You can find more melt and pour frosting recipes here: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/melt-and-pour-soap/foaming-bath-whip-frosting/
Great! I love this video. Gave me some info I needed. I always wondered how much time can be utilized between finishing the regular cp soap and then to add the whipped soap. What's the safe time lapse? I think on this video it was around 17 minutes to finish the whipped soap before adding to the cp. Am I correct?
+Angella Clarke So glad you love the video! Thank you for watching. =) I would recommend topping the base with the frosting within a couple of hours. We typically make the base, then make the frosting and top it right away. We've also topped the base with the frosting the next day. It seemed to stick pretty well! But, just to be on the safe side, I would recommend topping the base as soon as possible.
Thank you for this video Ann Marie, I´d like to know if it is possible to make the cupcakes and the frosting in different days, would they stick to each other?
I'm not entirely sure! We typically make the frosting right after the cupcakes. I'm not sure how well they would stick if they're made different days. I would recommend making a small test cupcake to see if the frosting sticks well. If it does, you can make a full batch. =)
yes I am having trouble with the Melt and pour cupcakes the frosting is just too stiff and when I had it the right consistency it just dries too fast please help me
+Kay B I'm not entirely sure! We found this ribbon at JoAnn. You may be able to find something similar on their website, or at a local craft store. =) JoAnn: www.joann.com/crafts/basics/ribbons/
You make them look so easy! I haven't made them in a long time now I want to make some lol. I always am confused on how to use them though. Do you cut them?
+fluffysuds Thank you so much! I like to lather the cupcakes up on a loofah or bath pouf, but you can also cut them so they're a bit easier to hold in the shower. =)
+memphisdime88 Most of the soap we make is actually donated to local organizations here in Whatcom County, Washington. As you can imagine, we have lots of soap! My team and I also have soap to take home and give to friends and family. =)
Hi anne maria, I made these recipe with different fragrance oil vanilla from bramblebery also the base become hard before pour it inside the mold what could be the reason did the change for the fragrance oil affect?
hi I thought this was amazing I have only just got into making soap have you got any tips for me I really like making and would like to continue with making I have watched the first 4 episodes but I would like some more tips thank you for the recipe it was really helpfull
+Molly Dodd We have some amazing tips and tricks for making soap on SoapQueen.com! You can find those here: www.soapqueen.com/category/bath-and-body-tutorials/tips-and-tricks/ We also did a series called Back to Basics where we went over how to get started soaping. We talk about how to choose a mold, fragrancing soap, the importance of temperature, etc. I think that will be really helpful for you. =) You can find the series roundup here: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/back-to-basic-series-roundup-quiz/
hi one more question and your other soap video with the cupcakes I couldn't the get the frosting the right consistency because I wanted to get a white color so I didn't add any of the coloring but it seems like it dries way to fast have Anny advice
Are you wondering about the melt and pour cupcakes? Let me know and I'll help you troubleshoot! =) Melt and Pour Soap Cupcakes: th-cam.com/video/n0CB4osn6Zk/w-d-xo.html
So glad you love the glitter hdb80, and thanks for your order! I am a big fan of adding glitter whenever possible. =) Fine Iridescent Glitter: www.brambleberry.com/Fine-Iridescent-Glitter-P4884.aspx
+Soap Queen TV Hello. Ann Marie, I was just wondering did you use any Sodium Lactate for the base of this beautiful cupcake? I'm new to soaping and have seen many use it in some of their soaping videos. Thank you.
+Kelsey F Thanks so much, glad you love the videos! I got my nails done at a local business here and I don't remember the name of it. Sorry about that! If you find a similar color, definitely let me know. =)
Just 1 question.... With melt and pour soap... and cupcakes .... is there anything like a mould? I would like to make M&P cupcake soaps... but cannot find any moulds out there....
+Vern Tut Absolutely! We have an adorable Silicone Cupcake Mold that works great for melt and pour soap. I'll include a link below. =) Silicone Cupcake Mold: www.brambleberry.com/Round-cupcake-Silicone-Mold-P3247.aspx We used that mold for these adorable melt and pour cupcakes: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/melt-and-pour-soap/luscious-lemon-cupcakes/
Thank you Soap Queen. Do you by any chance have the frosting mould? so I can melt the both the base and the frosting parts together to make it into a melt and pour cupcake. :)
+Vern Tut We don't have a frosting mold, but you can pipe the frosting on! We love using a frosting bag and this 4B Frosting Tip: www.brambleberry.com/4B-Frosting-Tip-P5520.aspx You can also put the frosting in a resealable bag, snip a corner off and pipe that way. =) We used both techniques on the Bath Bomb Cupcakes for a cute look: th-cam.com/video/WBvC1RnWqrE/w-d-xo.html
+Soap Queen TV haha when I very first ordered from brambleberry, I had no idea it was located in the same town...until I read the box when it arrived. Otion is now one of my favorite shops to just stop in and look around, smell and buy my stuff from :)
They're so cute!! I already tried my hand at it they didn't come out so bad lol. Thanks for this. Btw can you guys please see if the brambleberry can be made fit for tablet? I don't have a pc and everytime I got to check it doesn't let me, but I can go to soapqueen bit not the store. Thanks.. 😆
+Glows Dementia That's awesome, glad your cupcakes turned out well! Also, I will pass your message along to our IT department. It may also help to switch to the full store version, rather than the mobile version. I find that helps sometimes! To do so, go to BrambleBerry.com, scroll to the bottom and click "Full Store View." =)
Is it possible to make these with something else other than lye? I've watched the first two episodes as instructed, but have not yet made any soap. The thought of using lye is kind of scary, even though you make it look like a breeze. (I miss Washington weather... moved to Illinois from Tacoma.)
+Sherry Buras Trust me, it's not as scary as it looks. I felt that way when I did my first batch and it was fascinating the first go round. If I can do it so can you. ;o) Just make sure you use protection gear. However, you can always use Melt and Pour.
+Sherry Buras Hi Sherry! You may like melt and pour soap! Because it has already turned into soap, you're not handling lye. Learn how to make melt and pour in this five-part video series: th-cam.com/video/c5ouJZfluMY/w-d-xo.html The Beginning Soaper Resource Roundup has some great information as well: www.soapqueen.com/bramble-berry-news/beginning-soaper-resource-roundup/
+Soap Queen TV Thanks you two! Ann-Marie... I'll have to give that a try. I've been enjoying your newsletters for almost a year now, so time to get off my rear end and do something with your wonderful tutorials!
Lye is a highly corrosive substance that can hurt your skin and can irritate your lungs if inhaled, so if you want to try out soapmaking, we recommend you start off working with a trusted adult and always put on all the proper safety equipment. Please check out this video we made a few years ago that talks about lye safety: th-cam.com/video/yR6ttCSrLJI/w-d-xo.html
Hey Anne Marie. I just want you to know that I find all of your cold-process soap tutorials very much educational. I'm a 11 year old whom makes soaps and I'm getting my certification on lye soaps. I have my own store already because of you, so thank you so very much. You're an inspiration everywhere.
Andrea Marie aww that's so cute . I am so happy for you. You are going to be rich . 🍀🍀😃
Wow! How are you doing now? It’s 2 years later, do you have more stores? And how did you even manage to open one?
Ooh that sounds cool, do you have a website? If so can you share a link perhaps?
damnnnn im 11 and i have a profession making tiktoks
Ahhhhhh why are you so cool-
You are such an inspiration to me all I do is make soap for the hospital I currently am living at and sell it to raise money for diabetes and watch your videos your lovely xx
+Emily Blacklidge That is such an amazing cause Emily! What a great way to give back. Also, thank you so much for your sweet comment. =)
I really love these video , but I also love the way she explains everything so clear. Thank you so much for sharing.
I've been making cold process soap for 7 months now and i now think I'm ready to make soap cupcakes. These are adorable.
I know you have a newer, easier recipe, but I like THIS more step-intensive soap frosting. I have not had great luck with just using my regular Cold Process soap batter at a thickness that is "kind of" like frosting. (Soft and droopy peaks.) THIS recipe and process yields a LOT of bright white soap frosting that is beautiful on any soap cupcake or bar. I'm glad I tried it and will keep using it. Stong, crisp peaks. Not hard to do and whips beautifully and makes a lot. I do use a stand mixer rather than a handheld for ease in the 7 min whipping. Thanks again for all your great videos and for sharing your knowledge.
Does anyone else watch these videos for entertainment? Or am I the only one? 😕
+MsSBVideos Whatever the reason, I really appreciate you watching! Thank you. =)
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You speak very lovely.Have watched so many of your soapmaking videos can't stop watching and learning.Im 35 yrs old with lots to do but I somehow find time to watch your videos.
That's awesome Naomi Barer! Sounds like you're a natural at crafting. What's your favorite kind of soap to make?
Anyone here from Safiya’s new vid lmao
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It's always such a joy watching and learning from you, Anne-Marie; you're such an inspiration. Much love from Malaysia!
+Thar Chandran Thank you so very much Thar! That means a lot to me. =)
These are just so stunning, I love how you used blue, pink, and white together its truly a wonderful combination of colors
+caitlyn heath Thank you so much Caitlyn! I'm so glad you like the cupcakes. =)
I wouldn't be a soap maker with out you! I started making C.P. soap when I was 10 years old!
I have a pound of that glitter. Love it. It's gorgeous and really fine.
Never made soap before, but, I still enjoy watching soap making videos.
+Sara m So glad you enjoy the videos! Thanks for watching. =)
Thank you very much Reigna J! That's exactly what we were going for in this tutorial. =)
Any suggestions on how to insulate decorated cupcakes so they go though gel phase I dont know how to cover them without damaging them
Ann Marie I would love to see Katie from ROYALTY SOAPS be a guest on your Video I think your personalities. would make a great show. I think the soapping world would watch and bring up both her 's and your # since you both have a lot of followers. love you both 💋💞 Diana Hande
Thanks so much for your suggestion Diane, we'll definitely keep that in mind! =)
Jim Hande HI LMAO
I’m here from safs new vid!
you were who inspired me to discover opportunities in this wonderful soap world, I love that you make it so simple for people like me to follow. thank you so much...
+Sherissa Rodriguez Thank you so much for your amazingly sweet comment Sherissa. It means so much to me that I could help inspire you. You definitely put a smile on my face. =)
I love watching your videos for education. You have taught me so much in the past 2 weeks I have made the Lemon Poppy seed, Sunflower, Watermelon, and 3 different types of soap bombs for Easter, Spring, and relaxation. My dog and husband get jealous when I sit at my desk now. Thank you for sharing, I am looking for a Key Lime Pie now, any Ideas will be appreciated!
Safiya sent me here. :o) I love this channel
Can you make an ice cream cone ? Maybe stawberry shortcake scent, and ooh! A nice cherry on top!
+Tam nhu Tran That's a great suggestion, thanks so much! =)
Just an idea that i hope you can make
I don't know who was laughing in the background when the cupcake fell, but her laughter is contagious! 😄
I love the way you do these soaps thank youuuuu 💟
Thank you so much for this post! I was a bit nervous making soap frosting again as it has always flopped over. But this recipe /method worked great!! I did put it in the freezer for a few minutes after mixing as it was starting to heat up again and it worked like a charm. Cupcakes are holding up perfectly. Can't wait to make more.
+Andrea Kaufmann You're very welcome Andrea! So glad to hear your frosting is staying nice and sturdy. =)
Hi Sherry Buras!
Technically, it is not possible to make soap without lye. Soap, by definition, is the result of a chemical reaction between some kind of oil and lye. That reaction is called saponification. While lye is used to make soap, it's not in the final bars. That's because it's used up during the saponification process. Read more about that here: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/cold-process-soap/wheres-the-lye-2/
If you don't feel comfortable using lye, you can make melt and pour soap! It has already turned into soap, so you're not handling lye. =)
Learn more about making melt and pour soap here: th-cam.com/video/c5ouJZfluMY/w-d-xo.html
I actually learn a lot watching this videos. thanks for sharing.
I love this. I've wanted to make soap for a long time now. And bramble berry you inspired me to start making soap ❤️❤️
+Katie Johnson That makes me so happy Katie! Have fun giving this recipe a try. =)
These are so simple yet so cute. ❤️
Wow, I forgot how calming soap-making videos are for me! So glad Safiya sent me your way again!
Your voice is so calming! As someone who always gets stressed out and has anxiety, your voice calms me down greatly. That probably sounds really creepy 😂
That is awesome, thank you for saying so!
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I'm out now of hospital but I still make soap !,,, to thank them for what they did
+Emily Blacklidge So glad to hear that! Hope you're feeling better. =)
Them: How much do you love cupcakes?
Anne-Marie: It's one of my favorite *food groups*
I totally felt that.
I've used your recipe and really like it. I love especially the frosting.
That's amazing Laura, thank you for saying so! Cold process soap frosting is so much fun to make. =)
Me encantan tus videos, cada dia aprendo algo nuevo felicidades por tus creaciones son hermosas
I get so happy when I see your uploads! I wish you updated more often :(
These cupcakes look so adorable, I think you did a great job with the frosting. Maybe one day I'll make them myself. Btw, you look so pretty Anne Marie!
+Nataku Thank you so much for your sweet comment Nataku! You definitely put a smile on my face. =)
I watch them all the time
"Cupcakes are one of my favorite food groups."
Mine is donuts :>
Sweet recipe! You're so incredibly skilled at soap making.
+Akagism I love a good donut every now and then! Also, thank you so much for your kind comment. =)
You are going to be surprised in three years when she makes a donut soap video lol
Thank you so very much for your generosity in making these videos. It would be awesome if you could actually show the end result of one of these cupcakes dissolving in the bath making a beautiful colour as well as a bubble bath.. . I don’t know if these do that or not?
Another gorgeous creation!
+Kristin Folck Thank you Kristin!
So beautiful. They came out perfect.
Thank you very much Laura!
Excellent tutorial as always, Ms. Anne Marie!! Thank you.
+Carmen Arroyo You're welcome Carmen, thanks for watching. =)
All of you're videos are so amazing and satisfying!😊
I know this is so silly but when you make that noise Boop lol when you talk about powder going everywhere or the cupcake tops coming off it makes me giggle in a good way. I love your channel.
+Beatrice K. (bvenice1920) Ha, thank you Beatrice, that makes me so happy! =)
Why is Lye dangerous to handle but in something that we wash with? Does it disintegrate when mixed or?
+Simone Blackshear Hi Simone!
Soap, by definition, is a chemical reaction between some sort of oil or butter and lye. This reaction is called saponification. While lye is used to make soap, it's not present in the final bars. That's because all of it gets used up during the saponification process. Read more about that here: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/cold-process-soap/wheres-the-lye-2/
If you don't feel comfortable working with lye, you may like melt and pour soap! It has already turned into soap, so you're not handling fresh lye. =)
Learn more about making melt and pour soap here: th-cam.com/video/c5ouJZfluMY/w-d-xo.html
Great for Christmas/birthday gifts!
Hi ..i love your videos .. and to make soap,but i cant find that fragrance so...can i use in this recipe essential oil ..?
Thank you !
wow....so cool and cute. Thanks Queenie.
+Girlyglo You're welcome! Thanks for watching. =)
will you check out my soap videos Please? I would appreciate any advice you can give me.
+Girlyglo Absolutely! I'll pop those on my "to watch" list. =)
Hi Ann-Marie,
I'm curious. If heat is a problem for the icing to form and keep. Does that mean the soap does not go through the gel process but rather it is placed in the refrigerator for 24 hours? I tried to make an icing, and after watching your video I realized why it was a disaster. I completely missed the cooling stage. Thank You for your instruction. Shirley
I need to get one of those cute ball embeds! The cupcakes look so adorable! And the blooper at the end I hope that cupcake survived haha :P
+LullabySoaps Thank you so much! The cupcake was a little beat up, but still feels great. ;)
This is more amazing than anything Lush Cosmetics could ever dream of making. :-]
+chrissa shay Thank you so much Chrissa, glad you like the cupcakes! =)
I have made this recipe twice and I was wondering if the frosting can be regular cp process instead of putting it in the frig. It's so hot here the frosting melts before I can even get it on the cupcakes LOL. I have even tried putting it in a ice bath as I blend the frosting and by the time I get it in the frosting bag it is melting.
That's really cute, thanks for sharing.
Hi Marie, your soap is really beautiful ❤. I hope I can make a beautiful soap too because when I tried to make it, my soap froze really quickly after I added the fragnance oil so I couldn't pour it into the mold or form it at all. First, I mixed the oil with lye (I used coconut oil, palm oil and sunflower oil) and then I added the color powder and mix it until light tace. Last I added the fragnance and suddenly my soap just frozen. Was it right or wrong step? I hope you can give an explanation or tips about this case. Thank you (sorry for my bad english) 😊
So nice! Thanks for sharing.
I never do this method because my mom doesn't allow me to use fridge. So I let my soap to heavy trace and wait until it's very thick.
I make a little ball (cold process) with watermelon spoon. It's not perfect but it's safe! ;)
+Ticha Pathumwan You're welcome! You can definitely use thick trace soap as well, as it holds its shape nicely. =)
thank you
this video really helped me i'm so glad i can meet someone who has similar views to me
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@@akitosolosfr5453 wow you're so nice i hope you find 50$ under your pillow!!!
HI Anne Marie, This maybe a stupid question but do you suggest having a separate mixer, measuring bowls, utensils, ect just for making soap? I'm assuming you can't just put them in the dishwasher and then use them in your kitchen again?
+jmw1386 That's a great question!
I recommend having separate utensils for soaping and other handmade products. Even with the best washing, lye and fragrance oil can sometimes get caught in micro cracks or scratches on the equipment. That means you could accidentally ingest those ingredients. To be on the safe side, I would recommend having dedicated soaping equipment. =)
Also, hand washing is best when it comes to soaping tools. Dishwashing detergent + leftover soap equals way too many bubbles for your dishwasher! Learn more about cleaning up here: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/tips-and-tricks/clean-soapy-session/
Can I use any kinds of oils instead of the ones suggested as long as it’s the same volume? I want to add mango butter
Can I make the frosting fragrance free, or is the lack of fragrance oil going to change the consistency of the frosting?
I have a question about the quick mix oils from brambleberry. Is it possible to add other oils, butters, milks, etc to them?
Hi Ann Marie, have you done frosting using melt and pour and foaming bath butter? If not could you do a tutorial?
I now know a lot about soap making for someone who doesn't make any soap
Love these!👍😀.. Another great video Anne Marie!👑
+Sunny Rae Thanks Sunny, so glad you love them! =)
Can I use the hand mixer after i already added my lye water to my whole batch then separate the amount i will be using for my frosting ?
Hi Anne Marie! I came from Safiya's video! :*
can I make a soap cupcake using a melt and pour recipe?
+kelley Sciarrino You sure can! This video shows you how: th-cam.com/video/n0CB4osn6Zk/w-d-xo.html
Omg love the soap I don't make soap but I love your videos xxx😀
+Crafts with alice Thank you so much! That means a lot to me. =)
Thx
I made soaps whit friends for my birthday and it was very fun.
+Anna Cutie That does sound fun! I love crafty parties. =)
Is there a reason the lye and ouls are not mixed first then put in the refrigerater to cool before whipping the soap frosting?
Can you substitute shea butter in place of cocoa butter?
Greetimgs from.Pretoria, South Africa. If MnP is together with CP soap and bearing in mind CP soap takes 4 to 6 weeks to cure and MnP can sweat if not wrapped, how do you cure soap that is both a CP and MnP?
I am still learning and often want to make CP with MnP embeds but don't know how to cure them. Please help, Anne-Marie😊
Love these Anne-Marie! Too cute :)
+silverxstar Thank you so much! =)
Is the frosting from the cupcake ok to be put into the bath or does it have to be taken off before using. I love watching your videos. I watch them all the time.
Josie Delle Donne this is a soap not a bath bomb. The entire thing is soap.
Hi Halina Nguyen! That is correct, we recommend letting these soaps cure for 4-6 weeks. =)
Learn more about how to store your soap here: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/tips-and-tricks/how-to-store-handmade-bath-products/
Wonderful! My daughter wants to make soap cupcakes for her teachers this Christmas. She is 12. I thought she could make the base with the melt & pour but can you please tell me how to make frosting with melt & pour soap? Is it possible? Thx.
+Adrian Padron We have an amazing tutorial for melt and pour cupcake frosting that would be perfect for you and your daughter! It's made with meringue powder and Foaming Bath Butter. You can find that recipe here: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/melt-and-pour-soap/luscious-lemon-cupcakes/
You can find more melt and pour frosting recipes here: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/melt-and-pour-soap/foaming-bath-whip-frosting/
This is a great tutorial! Thanks Anne-Marie :)
Great! I love this video. Gave me some info I needed. I always wondered how much time can be utilized between finishing the regular cp soap and then to add the whipped soap. What's the safe time lapse? I think on this video it was around 17 minutes to finish the whipped soap before adding to the cp. Am I correct?
+Angella Clarke So glad you love the video! Thank you for watching. =)
I would recommend topping the base with the frosting within a couple of hours. We typically make the base, then make the frosting and top it right away. We've also topped the base with the frosting the next day. It seemed to stick pretty well! But, just to be on the safe side, I would recommend topping the base as soon as possible.
Thank you for this video Ann Marie, I´d like to know if it is possible to make the cupcakes and the frosting in different days, would they stick to each other?
I'm not entirely sure! We typically make the frosting right after the cupcakes. I'm not sure how well they would stick if they're made different days. I would recommend making a small test cupcake to see if the frosting sticks well. If it does, you can make a full batch. =)
Finally another video. I really enjoyed it as always ❤️
+Danielle Bickford So glad to hear that! Thanks so much Danielle. =)
Super cute enough to eat! Thank you for the the tutorial Anne Marie!
+Nini Nguyen You're welcome! Thank you for your sweet comment. =)
yes I am having trouble with the Melt and pour cupcakes the frosting is just too stiff and when I had it the right consistency it just dries too fast please help me
Cupcakes 💚
I love your videos! Would you tell me if the ribbon you are using is wire edge and how wide? I have been looking for 3/4 inch like that.
+Kay B I'm not entirely sure! We found this ribbon at JoAnn. You may be able to find something similar on their website, or at a local craft store. =)
JoAnn: www.joann.com/crafts/basics/ribbons/
You make them look so easy! I haven't made them in a long time now I want to make some lol. I always am confused on how to use them though. Do you cut them?
+fluffysuds Thank you so much! I like to lather the cupcakes up on a loofah or bath pouf, but you can also cut them so they're a bit easier to hold in the shower. =)
+Soap Queen TV Awesome, thank you!
please help on what is the temperature of lye water for icing?
really like this soap thanks love you so much
+Nemirna Mirnović So glad you like the soap! Thanks so much for watching. =)
So pretty!!!
+Rachel Lalonde (Bonny Bubbles) Thanks so much Rachel! =)
I always wonder with the soap and other products, you and your guests make on set, do you take them home or give some to the crew? :-)
+memphisdime88 Most of the soap we make is actually donated to local organizations here in Whatcom County, Washington. As you can imagine, we have lots of soap! My team and I also have soap to take home and give to friends and family. =)
Hi anne maria,
I made these recipe with different fragrance oil vanilla from bramblebery also the base become hard before pour it inside the mold what could be the reason did the change for the fragrance oil affect?
It could be that your fragrance oil affected the trace
hi I thought this was amazing I have only just got into making soap have you got any tips for me I really like making and would like to continue with making I have watched the first 4 episodes but I would like some more tips thank you for the recipe it was really helpfull
+Molly Dodd We have some amazing tips and tricks for making soap on SoapQueen.com! You can find those here: www.soapqueen.com/category/bath-and-body-tutorials/tips-and-tricks/
We also did a series called Back to Basics where we went over how to get started soaping. We talk about how to choose a mold, fragrancing soap, the importance of temperature, etc. I think that will be really helpful for you. =)
You can find the series roundup here: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/back-to-basic-series-roundup-quiz/
.8 oz. Shea Butter? Very beautiful video.
hi one more question and your other soap video with the cupcakes I couldn't the get the frosting the right consistency because I wanted to get a white color so I didn't add any of the coloring but it seems like it dries way to fast have Anny advice
Are you wondering about the melt and pour cupcakes? Let me know and I'll help you troubleshoot! =)
Melt and Pour Soap Cupcakes: th-cam.com/video/n0CB4osn6Zk/w-d-xo.html
So glad you love the glitter hdb80, and thanks for your order! I am a big fan of adding glitter whenever possible. =)
Fine Iridescent Glitter: www.brambleberry.com/Fine-Iridescent-Glitter-P4884.aspx
+Soap Queen TV Hello. Ann Marie, I was just wondering did you use any Sodium Lactate for the base of this beautiful cupcake? I'm new to soaping and have seen many use it in some of their soaping videos. Thank you.
Love your videos!!! Weird question... What brand is your nail polish??
+Kelsey F Thanks so much, glad you love the videos! I got my nails done at a local business here and I don't remember the name of it. Sorry about that! If you find a similar color, definitely let me know. =)
Just 1 question....
With melt and pour soap... and cupcakes .... is there anything like a mould? I would like to make M&P cupcake soaps... but cannot find any moulds out there....
+Vern Tut Absolutely! We have an adorable Silicone Cupcake Mold that works great for melt and pour soap. I'll include a link below. =)
Silicone Cupcake Mold: www.brambleberry.com/Round-cupcake-Silicone-Mold-P3247.aspx
We used that mold for these adorable melt and pour cupcakes: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/melt-and-pour-soap/luscious-lemon-cupcakes/
Thank you Soap Queen.
Do you by any chance have the frosting mould?
so I can melt the both the base and the frosting parts together to make it into a melt and pour cupcake. :)
+Vern Tut We don't have a frosting mold, but you can pipe the frosting on! We love using a frosting bag and this 4B Frosting Tip: www.brambleberry.com/4B-Frosting-Tip-P5520.aspx
You can also put the frosting in a resealable bag, snip a corner off and pipe that way. =)
We used both techniques on the Bath Bomb Cupcakes for a cute look: th-cam.com/video/WBvC1RnWqrE/w-d-xo.html
We are located in Bellingham makela w! If you live near, you should check Otion, our retail store. =)
Otionsoap.com
+Soap Queen TV haha when I very first ordered from brambleberry, I had no idea it was located in the same town...until I read the box when it arrived. Otion is now one of my favorite shops to just stop in and look around, smell and buy my stuff from :)
+zernadarkwolf Isn't it so fun? I spend most of my time in the fragrance oil section. =)
***** haha it is! Great smells and very helpful people!
Do you have any other stores coming or that you might have in mind...
Love your vids😘💕
Soap Queen TV
They're so cute!! I already tried my hand at it they didn't come out so bad lol. Thanks for this. Btw can you guys please see if the brambleberry can be made fit for tablet? I don't have a pc and everytime I got to check it doesn't let me, but I can go to soapqueen bit not the store. Thanks.. 😆
+Glows Dementia That's awesome, glad your cupcakes turned out well! Also, I will pass your message along to our IT department. It may also help to switch to the full store version, rather than the mobile version. I find that helps sometimes! To do so, go to BrambleBerry.com, scroll to the bottom and click "Full Store View." =)
Is it possible to make these with something else other than lye? I've watched the first two episodes as instructed, but have not yet made any soap. The thought of using lye is kind of scary, even though you make it look like a breeze. (I miss Washington weather... moved to Illinois from Tacoma.)
+Sherry Buras Trust me, it's not as scary as it looks. I felt that way when I did my first batch and it was fascinating the first go round. If I can do it so can you. ;o) Just make sure you use protection gear. However, you can always use Melt and Pour.
+Sherry Buras Hi Sherry!
You may like melt and pour soap! Because it has already turned into soap, you're not handling lye. Learn how to make melt and pour in this five-part video series: th-cam.com/video/c5ouJZfluMY/w-d-xo.html
The Beginning Soaper Resource Roundup has some great information as well: www.soapqueen.com/bramble-berry-news/beginning-soaper-resource-roundup/
+Soap Queen TV Thanks you two! Ann-Marie... I'll have to give that a try. I've been enjoying your newsletters for almost a year now, so time to get off my rear end and do something with your wonderful tutorials!
And what if I am a kid and want to do this?Are kids not allowed to use lye? I'm just curious :)
Lye is a highly corrosive substance that can hurt your skin and can irritate your lungs if inhaled, so if you want to try out soapmaking, we recommend you start off working with a trusted adult and always put on all the proper safety equipment. Please check out this video we made a few years ago that talks about lye safety: th-cam.com/video/yR6ttCSrLJI/w-d-xo.html