Getting ready for fall soaps - yes already

Well this weekend we will start some of our fall soaps I know it isn't even officially summer yet but I like my soaps to cure for as long as possible, the longer they cure the nicer they get and the better the lather is so I try to stay a season ahead. This weekend we will make some pumpkin soaps, I want to try a new recipe of pumpkin and lavender with real pumpkin puree, honey & lavender essential oils. My lavender buds are ready to be sprinkled on top of this so it should be a great soap and a different twist to the usual pumpkin spice. I will of coarse do the traditional pumpkin and spice this year as well with real cinnamon and nutmeg in it and heavy cream to make it Oh so luxurious. I also think my third batch will be something apple based it will probably be apple jack 'n peel because that is one of my all time fall favorites and I have an excellent fragrance for this soap. Candles will also be on the menu this weekend as well, have to get stocked up on the basics and test some new oils as well so I will be busy. I'll update you on how the lavender pumpkin soap works out and will post pic's when we get the camera set up. Well that's all for tonite. Janis