How Do You Make Cold Process Soap?
Making soap from scratch can be an arduous and sometimes dangerous process, but if you’re a seasoned soaper you know how much fun and creative making soaps can be. Soap making can turn into a small business, be added to your normal craft fair regimen or it can just be a hobby for creative gifts and family use. Soap making is a craft that requires patience and responsibility, but once you’ve mastered the basic soap making process, you’ll be able to challenge yourself with creative recipes and fun designs. Here’s how to make a basic and simple cold process soap right at home. Line or oil your soap mold. Not all soap molds require lining or oil, so read the directions before prepping. Put on your safety gear. Always wear protective eye wear, apron and gloves when handling lye. Mix your lye. Place your pitcher onto the weight scale and weigh exactly 32 ounces of cold water in a plastic container. Slowly and carefully add your lye to the water. The lye will react immediately and gets very h
