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Hey everyone! Long time no see! I've recently been trying to use up the last of my soapmaking supplies and made 3 batches yesterday. I am going to have more soap than I know what to do with! Funny, when I was into soapmaking it seemed like I never had enough stuff...now I can't seem to use it...

So it's been a long time since I've made soap myself but I do still remember a thing or two. I prefer to buy handmade now a days because I just don't have the time anymore and I can never get the fragrence as potent or as nice as some other artisans out there so I'd rather show my support for...

Ok so this is the first soap I made using a Milk container as a mold. I used it vertically as recommended by a bunch of soapmakers and just clipped the top closed after I poured. I just checked on it and there's a good 1/4" of liquid oil sitting on the tip. No color on the pH strip so it's...

Has anyone here ordered/used this scent from ED? I just received mine today for the first time but I'm quite perplexed. It smells strongly of cinnamon. I know the scent can change in the batch of soap but this is literally like a potent cinnamon smell nothing at all like coconut. I saw a video...

So I'm thinking of purchasing 5lbs of shea butter that says to have 12-18 month shelf life...what happens after that? Does the nutrients just start to fizzle away or is it unsafe to use? What about if its in the soap already? If it's already made into CP soap, is that insluded in the 18mo or...

Hi everyone... so i want to make another batch of soap but don't think i have enough shea butter. Recipe calls for 9oz and I think i only have 6-7oz left after my previous batch...so i tried substituting things and plugging it into SoapCalc but i have NO idea what I'm looking at :( Will...

So I'm using those ziploc plastic microwavable snack containers for molds and I have a quick question. After you pour the soap in the molds to let cure, do you put the lids on the containers?

Ok so i went to the discount store and picked up some rubber spatula scraper things for stirring my lye, oils, etc...figuring theyd' be fine....well when i took them out of the package today, the back side said "not heat resistant" ...then i went to check my old one I always use for kitchen...

Ok, so I just got all my supplies in the mail today and plan to make my first batch on Saturday with hubby (just need to pick up a thermometer and distilled water i think) Anyway, so if i make the batch on Saturday, will i be able to cut it the same day or should I wait 24 hours? I'm going away...

Still very new to soapmaking and just ordered stuff for my first batch...I just received my first two EOs in the mail and they're very strong! Woah....plus they're tiny and i hope i have enough to make my first batch! And not to mention EXPENSIVE (luckily i used birthday money but it's not...

So I'm getting things prepared to make an infused oil with my newly bloomed peonies and had a few questions. Anyone sucessfully infuse their own oil? If so, any tips? When's the best time to pick the peony for infusing? I've noticed that when you're doing herbs, it specifically states...

Ok so I finally bit the bullet and used my birthday money to buy about $120 worth of supplies to start my first batch! I want to make sure I got everything and that it's correct. Can any of you experienced soapmakers help me in confirming I have everything I need to start? Any links references...

Hi all :) Checked my local ACE and yup they have Rooto 100% Lye drain cleaner. I'm starting this thread as a sort of confirmation to myself. I feel kinda weird using drain cleaner for soap and I want to be sure that I'm using the right stuff and that this stuff works well for making and...

Hi Everyone! I'm brand new to soap making and literally just started researching yesterday. This looks like some fun stuff and I cant wait to get started!! I've only ever purchased handmade soap twice...both times from the same seller on Etsy so I'm even new to using them..but I love the...