Edens Secret - Battenberg Cold Process Soap Cake

[045Patty]

guys I would like to ask if anyone knows what kind of smell this soap smells like. I bought an item from Karen and it was all some and I been wanting this one for a long time and dont know if I will like it if u can help it would be great. I think that all the things she sells is great priced and great smelling. I loved my products Karen u made my day and my patients day I think u are a great artist, seller, and ur prices are great thanks a lot for helping me make up my mind @I look to buy again

[EdensSecret1]

@045Patty Hi Patty, I'm glad=you are enjoying them, this one actually smells like Marzipan and cake.

[045Patty]

this is a beautiful soap Karen I think this is so nice....................Patty

[kangakangaboi]

I have just opened my battenberg soap and love it. It smells so like the real thing it's incredible. Few people have commented that I smell like cake so Karen it works a treat. Thank you so much, I will be coming back for more of this.Hugs.P.x

[mrscrafty100]

This looks beautiful Karen... awesome! =)

[kayajourney]

The squares in this soap is very cute.

[71blissful]

Karen, I appreciate you taking the time to upload as many videos as you do. I am new to soapmaking and I have read so much on the internet and my library. There is no quick way to learn soapmaking. Everyone has to to do their own research. Thats why the internet is such a great tool. You have been very generous with your advice and time given to us. What works in your soaps may not work in someone elses. Thats what makes our soaps uniquely OURS. Thanks for your wonderful videos.x

[EdensSecret1]

@71blissful Yep, I agree ands always say the only way to leran is by practicing.

[Sparklebrook]

There's no need for you to share any of your secrets or anything you don't feel comfortable sharing. You've given a lot of great advice thus far. Most of us soapers had to learn on our own and have done countless hours of research and hate to just give that away when we worked so hard for it. I still love to watch you make soap so I hope you'll do a video now and again. :)

[jcamp5818]

lol that is a funny name for a town, I love your accent

[49chrissie]

@jcamp5818 Yes I hate telling people on the phone where I live, it just goes quiet for a while and then I have to spell it out LOL

[EdensSecret1]

@49chrissie I know, bless you, I bet they say "what" "where" say that again" did I hear it right"

[EdensSecret1]

@jcamp5818 It sure is sin't it, bless them all over there I bet they've had some micky taking.

[49chrissie]

Hope you are feeling better today Karen, you can tell by your voice in this video that you are a bit low, You are just so conscientious and dont want to offend anybody on here, but you must think of yourself first and your business, You have worked your butt off for 6 years to get to where you are today and I feel you have made a good/right decision to not answer "how to do" questions.

Just like to say thank you for my competition prizes which arrived this morning they are beautiful. xxx

[EdensSecret1]

@49chrissie I feel so bad about that, but honestly why give everything away, I've worked so hard for. I don't suppose Lush would tell anybody, nor Dior, nor any great company.

[49chrissie]

@EdensSecret1 exactly nobody discloses their secrets so dont you dare feel bad,

[49chrissie]

@EdensSecret1 EXACTLY Karen, dont you feel bad xx

[kangakangaboi]

I have to say Karen, if ANYONE gets funny about you not giving help and advice or secrets etc then you know what, let them deal with it. You are on here to share your work and promote your business. You are not here to teach others! If people cannot understand and accept that then they have no right whatsoever to get angry with you. Don't worry as these people are not worth the worry. You do a great job in entertaining us all with your vids but at the end of the day you are running a business.

[EdensSecret1]

@kangakangaboi I know, Phil, If they take offence and don't come back, then they were ONLY here to rob me blind!!!

[kangakangaboi]

@EdensSecret1 That's my girl you are getting tougher by the day. Good you you. Karen whatever happens in the future I will also look on you as a pal and if i can help you in any way just ask. That's what friends do not watch you work then rob you blind. Always here to support you. Hugs P.x

[EdensSecret1]

@LadyRhowen Ha Ha - chicken soap!! Thank you x

[soniasbliss]

U becareful karen take care of u first ok. Hope u feel better :0)

[EdensSecret1]

@soniasbliss I'm Ok, just a little bug.

[soniasbliss]

Oh i love that scent! The slices look much nicer and firm. Great job as always :0)

[EdensSecret1]

@soniasbliss Yes, since i upped my recipe I've been struggling to get it firm again, but now I know what I was doing wrong.

[SilkBathLuxuries]

Do, what's best for you Karen I do love all your videos..I hope you cheer up and feel better...maybe you need a little time for yourself :O)

[EdensSecret1]

@SilkBathLuxuries Honestly - I thrive on work, and have done for years, in fact I don't work as hard nowadays since closing the shop, but I cannot keep helping everybody else with their stuff.

[SilkBathLuxuries]

@EdensSecret1 You are absolutely right ... You should charge for on-line classes, I don't know who's asking you all these questions but they should know better..

Have a nice up-coming weekend Karen

Cristina

[XXmojoXXjojo]

Lush ! I cannot wait to recieve my replacement piece of battenburg xx

[EdensSecret1]

@XXmojoXXjojo It should be there today.

[Mrssoappeddler]

So sorry you are feeling bad. Stay out of the car for a while! lol! Such a pretty soap! I have got to get my house cleaned! I need to be making soap too. I truely understand. Hey, we will get it done...sometime lol!

[EdensSecret1]

@Mrssoappeddler The journey was a bit of a nightmare, I was taking the John's car to the garage for fixing, but the hubby failed to tell me that the window wipers were not working, I got half way there and it started raining, so I got my self in a bit of a fluster, so I think that's why I felt a little ill, I'm back to normal today.

[craftlover9]

Hope you feel better!

[EdensSecret1]

@craftlover9 Thanks.

[BeautifulBubblesSoap]

Lovely design Karen! Have an early night if you're not feeling too well x

[EdensSecret1]

@BeautifulBubblesSoap I did Claire and I feel refreshed this morning.

[kangakangaboi]

Hi K. Just had to tell you that I really just couldn't wait for this one and have placed an order for a slice of this. I hope I will be in time before they all go. Love it.P.x

[EdensSecret1]

@kangakangaboi Hi P - do you want a slice from this new batch, with a cure date, the last batch wasn't quite as strong.

[kangakangaboi]

@EdensSecret1 I will leave that up to you Karen. Which ever you decide will be best, I am sure it's all great.P.x

[mukwah1111]

Sorry that you havent been feeling up to snuff today Karen. Hope you are right as rain by tomorry. Your Battenberg Soap looks incredible !

[EdensSecret1]

@mukwah1111 I am Ok today thank you.

[fatchickskinny]

This is definitely one of my favs! I cut my last slice into fourths to savor it...LOL. Hope you feel better Karen.

[EdensSecret1]

@fatchickskinny Thanks hon x

[xxJodie1xx]

Karen, please don't stop recording videos of you making your soap, WE LOVE THEM!! I understand you don't want to give any of your secrets away but dont show u every detail of your ingrediants just show after youve done your batter. I just love the whole concept along with many others. Your so endearing to watch Karen every night i settle down and watch a video of yours and im gutted if there isnt one, keep up the good work :) xxxx

[EdensSecret1]

@xxJodie1xx Ahhh Jodie that is so sweet of you

[M1sty4Making]

WOW! You were using 2 hrs a day answering Qs -- you are SO sweet w/ that! I think that's best just answering / giving whatever tips you want in your video - and then they can just watch / tune it=)  You found your own way, they can too -- plus, it's not like you won't still be sharing your sweet tips via your videos

[M1sty4Making]

@M1sty4Making I just also think that when people trial and error themselves, they'll know things/the craft better=)=)

[EdensSecret1]

@M1sty4Making Well, in every help message I send out I always say it really is THE only way to learn is by doing it over and over, because FO's are all so different.

[EdensSecret1]

@M1sty4Making Oh of course I will still share some things, but i just cannot use ANY time I haven't really got doing the answers.

[kangakangaboi]

Take it easy Karen and look after your health.

You really have got this one cracked Karen. I can smell it from here, think I might have to buy one of these to try. Congrats.P.x

[EdensSecret1]

@kangakangaboi I actually don't work as hard as I did now to when I had the shop. I just felt a little queezy this afternoon, I get travel sink driving Ha Ha.

[kangakangaboi]

@EdensSecret1 Yes well take it easy. Much as I and thousands of others love watching your videos (I watch whilst having coffee and brekkie) I would much rather watch fewer and know you are not over doing things. The other thing is why are you driving your sink???? Is it to do with that dripping tap??? Love you loads.P.x