Can you use regular soap to make decorative soaps for gifts?
Q. Can I melt down Ivory soap or similar to make gift soaps or do I need buy the glycerin soap? Does it melt the same?
Asked by Lil Miss Answershine - Sat Mar 3 20:22:41 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Unless you specifically want to mold it into a different shape, you don't have to do anything to it. Delta makes a product called Soap and Candle Medium that you can mix with paint and use on soaps and candles (of course:). If you go to Michaels.com, they have basic instructions on how to use it. You can also try milling soap. It's been a while since I've looked at the process, but I believe you shred regular bar soap and press it into the mold. It takes longer to process, I think because it has to dry. This site has a video on milling soap by hand if you are interested.
Answered by Jensenfan - Sun Mar 4 01:06:37 2007

I want to start a small business. How do I start?
Q. I want to sell indian dresses, decorative and gift items in PA. I know where to get the supply. How do I start. Please give me step by step info if you can. I want to know... 1. How to rent a shop 2. How do I get financial spport for small bunisses 3. What are the licensing procedure 4. What are the taxes and fees to gov. 5. and anything else you can think of. Thank you very much.
Asked by It's me - Wed Mar 28 14:06:38 2007 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. The best routes to take are to research the process of starting a business as well as the industry you're interested in. I recommend checking out the SBA, Entrepreneur, The Start Up Journal & Nolo. All 4 are great informational resources for the new/small business owner. I posted links for you in the source box. Associations may be a good avenue to explore. These organizations will address many of the thoughts, questions and concerns you'll inevitably have as well as many you haven't anticipated yet. See the source box for some relevant links. Research, research, research this cannot be stressed enough. Read as much as you can about the industry. Here are some book titles that are relevant: * Start and Run a Profitable Retail… [cont.]
Answered by TM Express - Wed Mar 28 16:02:03 2007

ISO name for gift company, please!?
Q. Developing an e-commerce gift business offering wholesome gourmet snacks and foods for healthy lifestyles and restricted diets: ie. diabetic Low GI, gluten free, dairy free, heart healthy, immune boost (cancer), vegan and organics. Instead of baskets, I'm using upscale grocery totes, euro style shopping bags, decorative boxes and containers. You can customize your gift to accommodate any restricted diet - choose your container, select your contents and select from add-on service gift cards for home cleaning, in home mani-pedi etc. Gifts will be dressed with ribbons, bows, appropriate per the recipient and occassion. I will also call the recipient on your behalf to confirm diet issues and preferences if you like. I would like the… [cont.]
Asked by vanessa - Fri Jun 5 15:37:40 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Interesting idea! "Delicous gifts for people with special dietary requirements" is I guess your tagline and I think then you can go for a simple (memorable) name. Gift Gourmet Dr Goodies Gourmet Gifts Gourmet Goodies/Gifts A name that is portable too is important if you are going to relocate or trade internationally at some stage, Interflora is an example of a great portable nane. Whatever you decide I hope it is a great success.
Answered by Greenth - Fri Jun 5 15:57:30 2009