Soap Making (in the planning stage)

I do not have pictures for this one because it is still in the planning phases. I have been reading a blog here: http://down---to---earth.blogspot.com/ and I am planning to make her home made soap. I like the idea of knowing what is in the soap, making it like I want, and saving money. (This first batch will definitely NOT save money since I will have to buy the scale). I am in the process of evaluating and cutting any cost not necessary! We waste so much and really need so little. Rhonda (at down to earth) also has recipes for laundry detergent and a simple, refreshing approach to life. I promise to post photos of my soap (success or failure)! Now if I only had a garden...