06th December 2006
Once you’ve mastered the basics of soap making, it’s fun to create your own recipes.
First, you have to decide what method of soap making you’re going to make. Are you going to use the cold process method (with lye), the rebatched/handmilled met...
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06th December 2006
I really enjoy making hand made soap and stamping it with my own personality. You could use a “hand made” stamp for example. You can get your own custom made stamps made at SoapImpressions.com. You could stamp a logo or line-art drawing on your soap...
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05th December 2006
Since Christmas is almost here, what could be a better gift than Christmas themed hand made soap to give to family and friends?
My family and friends always look forward to the hand made soap gifts I give them each year. Hand made soap is a practical ...
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05th December 2006
I enjoy making rebatched/hand milled soap. This soap making method uses ready made soap as the base. You usually grate it, melt it, then mix in your additives, pour it into the mold and wait for it to set.
It’s essential to use a good recipe though...
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27th November 2006
I love making my own hand made soap. I enjoy using it myself and I adore giving it as gifts to family and friends. They always say “Wow!” when I tell them I made it myself.
Here are 7 nifty reasons for making hand made soap.
1. It’s fun. M...
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25th November 2006
If you’ve made a batch of soap and been dismayed by the way your soap stinks fragrance wise, here are some reasons why:
1. Using ordinary perfumes or colognes. You need to use fragrances suitable for soap making.
2. Using candle making or craft...
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24th November 2006
Making your own soap is a lot of fun. I love making my own soap for myself and also giving it as gifts to family and friends. If you’re interested in making your own soap but not sure where to start, here’s a brief explanation of the three different...
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23rd November 2006
I love making soap using the melt and pour soap making method. In my experience it’s the easiest way to make your own hand made soap. A good recipe is a must if you’re just starting out, but once you’re experienced, you can make up your own recipe...
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22nd November 2006
Making soap can be a fun hobby. You also have the pride and satisfaction of making your own soap, controlling exactly what’s in it and wowing your friends and family with your hand made soap creations.
The melt and pour process is an easy way to mak...
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21st November 2006
Have you ever been to a beauty shop and smelled the aroma of absolutely gorgeous hand-made soap and thought to yourself, “I wish I could do something like this”? Well, the good news is that you can, with the right tools, know-how and imagination.
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