How to make my own soap by Endrina

"Easy, fun and inspiring!"

How I did it: I bought soap base, honey scent and a soap form (not necessary) at a local craft store. I got some advice from a friend who has made soap, and found some in structions on the internet. And then I got started -
I melted my soap in a water bath, oiled the forms, added some curry for colouring, and then the honey scent. Placed it in the fridge, and waited...and waited...and presto: my own soap!

Lessons & tips: Read the specific instructions for your soap base, don't bring the soap to a boil, and don't add too much scent or colouring.
I seem to have added a bit too much water with my colouring (mixing curry in water), and one of my bars is very gummy-like, rather than solid.
Apart from that - get creative, adding fried flowers, oats, ground coffee etc for various smells, effects and colours!

Resources: I gathered advice on various sites on the net, and printed out a list on what to do.


 

May 24, 2011, 10:26AM PDT | 4 comments | 27 cheers


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S.E. Happiness is a form of courage

Awesome!

What kind of soap base did you use?

May 24, 2011, 11:36PM PDT | Thread | Respond to this 1 cheer

Endrina stressed mommy!

I used a shea soap base, but will probably go for a neutral one the next time. Or a clear one, so I can drop a plastic spider or two in the centre:)

May 25, 2011, 11:22PM PDT | Respond to this 2 cheers

dharma_child

Another great project to try with my students

If you don’t mind, I think I will steal this one from ya =)

Dec 28, 10:35AM PST | Thread | Respond to this

Endrina stressed mommy!

Go ahead – such a fun and easy project. Sure your students will enjoy it!

Dec 29, 09:11AM PST | Respond to this


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