Free Beginner’s Guide To Soapmaking: Cold Process

If you are just getting into making your own soap, the Soap Queen's has gone back to basics and created this article on cold process soap making for beginners. And she has graciously created a free download for anyone who wants one.  This is very informative and easy to understand, so  I would highly recommend it.

Running a Retail Business

Are you running a retail business?  It is difficult to run one even if times are good.  So, if you are feeling that you need some inspiration then read this blog article from Wholesale Supplies Plus on Running a Retail Business.  This article is not about starting a business.  The information in the article assumes your business is already up and running and your are looking for tips on how to keep your business running smoothly.  This article is oriented towards a small business, the same principles apply to most businesses regardless of size.

How To Photograph Products

Anne-Marie (aka The Soap Queen) has reposted an article about photographing products.  The article on How to Photography Products shares a few tips on how you should approach this subject.  She mentions that she is not a photographer by any means but she wants you take this information with a grain a salt.  I would read the article anyway and take any information you can. You might be able to improve the pictures on your website or etsy site.  Good Luck!

Calculating your water amount for soapmaking

Whether you are a beginning or advanced cold process soap maker you may have a difficult time calculating your water.  If you are having trouble with this particular issue, you may want to read the article from Lovin' Soap called Calculating Your Water Amount For Soapmaking.  This is an informative article that help you along if you are having trouble calculating your water if you are making your own  recipe or if you are changing a particular oil in a recipe.  If you have any other suggestions on this subject, please share them.

Licorice Candy Soap (Melt and Pour)

When I saw the picture of this soap it reminded me of the Brach candy. I believe it was a Neopolitan. I tried it but  I did not like it because it had coconut.  But since this soap was called Licorice Candy Soap, the pink version reminded me of a boxed candy called Good and Plenty.  Now I was not a big licorice lover, but every once in awhile, I would get a box.  IF you love licorice, then I would recommend you try making this soap.  It is a very easy soap to make  because it only takes under two hours to make 9 soaps.