thesoapmom
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Need help with a few things.
I haven't even made my first batch yet (waiting on supplies to arrive).
So far here is what I have:
silicone spatula
2 quart pyrex with pour spout
1 quart pyrex
scale
stick blender
goggles
rubber gloves
lye
vinegar
oils I have purchased (just small amounts at the grocery store for now):
coconut oil
olive oil
canola oil
sunflower oil
still need:
mold of some kind (was going to just makeshift one with corrugated cardboard for now) and freezer paper to line it with.
So, what else do I need?
Also, I am struggling to understand how big to make a mold and how much of each oil to use to yield the right amount for the size mold I make. Can anyone help me with that part?
Recipes are confusing me a little also ~ when I look at some charts saying things like 50% olive oil, is that 50% total of ALL liquids (including the water?) Or 50% of the OIL content.
I have researched non-stop for a few days now and read an 85 pg book but still struggling with those things. Sorry if I am repeat asking things :/
I haven't even made my first batch yet (waiting on supplies to arrive).
So far here is what I have:
silicone spatula
2 quart pyrex with pour spout
1 quart pyrex
scale
stick blender
goggles
rubber gloves
lye
vinegar
oils I have purchased (just small amounts at the grocery store for now):
coconut oil
olive oil
canola oil
sunflower oil
still need:
mold of some kind (was going to just makeshift one with corrugated cardboard for now) and freezer paper to line it with.
So, what else do I need?
Also, I am struggling to understand how big to make a mold and how much of each oil to use to yield the right amount for the size mold I make. Can anyone help me with that part?
Recipes are confusing me a little also ~ when I look at some charts saying things like 50% olive oil, is that 50% total of ALL liquids (including the water?) Or 50% of the OIL content.
I have researched non-stop for a few days now and read an 85 pg book but still struggling with those things. Sorry if I am repeat asking things :/