Wavy Confetti Loaf Soap

For those who have taken my melt and pour soap making classes in the past and were interested in learning how to make a loaf soap, here is a basic layer soap project from Soap Place.

The instructions for this Wavy Confetti Loaf Soap is very basic, although I am concerned with the non stick loaf pan being used as a mold. I do not know for sure how well the soap will come out once it is cured. You may want to spray the pan with some cooking spray or better yet use a silicone loaf pan.

As for the color and scent of these bar of soap, you do not have to follow what the instructions call for you can purchase what fragrance or coloring that you choose. You can purchase the Life of the Party supplies from Michaels. As for the crinkle cutter, I found mine on Ebay. If anyone else knows where else someone can purchase one please let us know.

Homemade Lip Balm & Salve Recipes (With Aromatherapy)

Are your lips chapped and dry? Do not reach for that normal store purchase product that contains parabens and petroleum! Plus mineral oils and additives dry out the sensitive skin, temporarily soothing, but in the end, resulting in the need for more and more product to keep lips luscious and moisturized.It is easy enough to create your own by making your own. This Homemade Chapstick Recipe by Maddie Ruud is simple enough to create your own lip balm in your very own home. According to Maddie, mineral each of the lip balms made from this recipe stores well at room temperature, out of direct sunlight, for up to six months. She recommends that essential oils can be added to each of these recipes for scent and soothing properties. The amount she recommends is no more than 4 drops per ounce, meaning 4 drops maximum for the Simple Chap Stick, 10 drops maximum for the Basic Balm, and maximum 8 drops for the Lip-Saving Salve. In the latter two, you may also substitute cocoa butter for shea butter and add a drop or two of chocolate extract for a rich cocoa-scented lip treat.

Tye Dye Soap Project

In a recent melt and pour soap making class, I demonstrated on how to do a swirl soap with clear soap base. For those who were in the class and who would like to see what a bar created with the opaque soap base looks like, then I recommend taking a look at the project sheet from SoapPlace.com - Tye Dye Soaps. They use the Life of the Party Soap supplies that we used in class and can be purchased at Michaels.

How to Make Wood Wick Candles

Have you ever heard of candles that had wood wicks? Sometime ago I saw QVC selling them. The wood wick simulates a crackling noise like you are burning logs in your fireplaced. I have never used them before but I found these instructions from Lone Star Candle Supply on How to Make Wood Wick Candles. If you are interested in creating other types of candles check out Lone Star Candles Step by Step Guides section on their website.

Start by gathering all the items that you will need. The candle making process will go much more smoothly if everything is readily accessible.

Understanding Liquid Soap Making

If you are interesting in learning how to make your own liquid soap, here are a few links to help you out:

Making Liquid Soap
Make Liquid Soap by David Fisher
Liquid Soap Dilution Table

Here are some recipes:

All-Natural, No-Alcohol Liquid Soap Recipes

History of Soaps

The History of Soaps and Detergents

If you know of any other articles that I could add to this list about this subject, please let me know. I would really appreciate it.