I just got my first mini-column molds for making embeds. (I lucked out getting a few from someone de-stashing!) I'm looking forward to trying some new design ideas but curious why most info I've found is about using M&P embeds inside the CP soap. Is there any reason not to make CP embeds? Is there a window of time for using the CP embeds after they're made, ie, do they need to be fresh or can I make several ahead of time and use them down the road?
Also, any tips on the math for knowing how much the embed mold will hold, and how much to reduce my bigger outer mold to account for the embed? For example, Brambleberry says the mini-star mold capacity is 3.7 oz. Is that 3.7 oz of oils, or total batter weight? How much oil would I then use for my 32 oz (oil weight) loaf mold if it had one star embed in it?
Thanks for any wisdom you can share as I get ready to try something new!
Also, any tips on the math for knowing how much the embed mold will hold, and how much to reduce my bigger outer mold to account for the embed? For example, Brambleberry says the mini-star mold capacity is 3.7 oz. Is that 3.7 oz of oils, or total batter weight? How much oil would I then use for my 32 oz (oil weight) loaf mold if it had one star embed in it?
Thanks for any wisdom you can share as I get ready to try something new!