I should've (coulda, woulda) re-watched the Soapqueen tv episode where she makes the clam shell soap but I thought I could do it from memory (hah!) Why I keep deluding myself into thinking I can remember things is beyond me. I like to think this is what Mother Nature would've created if she was smoking some of her other creations. ;)
At least the background for the soaps is beautiful.
Scented with Green Garden from WSP.
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Looks pretty good for a first try! And as long as it smells nice. :) But, yes, watch her video. It's very helpful.
ReplyDeleteIt's not realistic looking like Anne-Marie's soap but in bright sunshine it doesn't look too bad, eh Teresa? It does smell quite nice, although I probably should've gone with something like BB's Sea Moss instead to stick with the ocean theme.
DeleteI watched her video again after I made the soaps, so I'll have to try it again and attempt to make it more like hers.
Looks great! Glad to see that summer and the beach are inspiring you - including Little Mermaid. :D
ReplyDeleteThanks Silvia. Yeah I'm putting all this effort into summer soaps when I'm not doing any craft fairs, and they're going to look so out of place come Christmas. But maybe the Little Mermaid will be a good way to get people to buy this one. ;)
DeleteAcutally, it doesn't look much different (when seen from above), it only looks like mummy-shell! You should have searched further, I'm sure you would have found daddy, too! Well, you have made a real summer associated collection so far, I wonder what comes next!? Looks great Monica, don't be so harsh on yourself!
ReplyDeleteDid i drink wine or am I just short sighted for not seeing a mermaid?
That's such a great idea Maja, why didn't I think of that? A family of seashells, that would make a great gift!
DeleteNow you're making me think I need to start working on a fall collection, like a fashion designer. Thanks for your support, you're wonderful!
No, you're not short sighted at all Maja, I was referencing Disney's The Little Mermaid. My jokes aren't always obvious which is why I'm still looking for a day job. ;)
Ooo, Ariel.....I really don't remember the cartoon from my childhood (except I know the plot) and if there is a modern remake- I've never seen it! So,forgive my adultness!
DeleteI totally admire your adultness and the fact you could escape the clutches of Disney even with a daughter.
DeleteI think it looks great! I don't find many shells that are completely perfect, and I think yours is very realistic. I love that you have a theme and are sticking to it. I just seem to jump from one thing to another.
ReplyDeleteGreat to "see" you again Veronica, life on the farm is very busy these days? You're so right about shells not being perfect each time and if they are, they're probably farmed.
DeleteI don't usually stick to a theme either, but with the summer heat, it's been spurring me to think more summery.
I can't believe how inspired are you Monica ;)
ReplyDeleteAnd indeed, you should have a big collection of summer soap by now!
Your shell looks perfect and so real!
Thanks Nat, it's you guys who keep me inspired with your works. I just feel like I have to keep up. :) I definitely have a good summer collection, now I have to start thinking of the other seasons. Bright sunlight for lighting makes everything look good. ;)
DeleteYour seashell soaps look beautiful, Monica! I have that mold, too. It's perfect for summer!
ReplyDeleteThanks Jenny! I think it's the natural background that makes the shell look good. I'd love to see your shell creation, it must be beautiful.
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