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Sorry, soap recipes are usually in percentages. Then, you go to a soap calculator (there are several to choose from), enter the percentages, and the size of the batch you want to make. Then, it spits out the recipe for you in grams or ounces. It is important to use a calculator, even if you find...

If it is discoloration due to FO, it will spread throughout the bar over about a week. If the inside stays normal and the patch on the outside stays, then it's a different issue, like residue on your mold or something.

The supplier didn't say anything about how it behaved in soap?

Could be-- where'd you get the FO? What did the manufacturer's notes say? What about the reviews? Did they mention discoloration? You'll know for sure if it continues to change color over the next few days.

I think I @Maple_Street_Bath misspoke: if you measured everything by volume, that would be a mistake. We all weigh here. However, it sounds like you measured your liquid in cups. Measuring your liquid by volume would be a mistake. Smaller amounts like a tsp here and a tsp there are ok. Have I...

I have never had false trace, but when I have seen it, the result seems to be a completely separated soap. I have never heard of them. I have used Now Essential Oil (lemon grass, orange, lemon, lavender) with no issues. I can't stand patch, so I can't speak to that. You do have to be careful...

Well, since you asked... I think it looks like tiny bubbles came to the surface. I don't think 70C is too hot, but you are supposed to turn the oven off when you put the soap in. I suppose it's possible that it got a little bubbly if you left the oven on. I think you should cut it, cure it...

The best way to calculate is to learn how to use one of the my calculators. Which ones have you tried?

I don't see why an oblong spoon handle would be a problem for swirling.

And, if they are just for personal use, you don't even have to plane them. Once you start using the soap, the water and washing will smooth them away.

For the tech savvy (or people with a techie in their home) It looks like the Soapee tool has been made open source and is available for individuals to use on their own local server: https://github.com/nazar/soapee.open It is just the tool itself. None of your recipes will be there. But, if...

Try searching the forum for D-Limonene. 🔍

I don't do much with m&p, but I vote for starting over. As @dibbles said, a m&p base will only hold so much extra stuff. The manufacturer would be able to tell you how much. I would, buy more base, and add an appropriate amount of color and scent. They will be simple, elegant, and lovely. If...

I don't like such a big bevel. I just run the back of butter knife down the edges. It dulls the edges while keeping the crisp look.

It depends on how much salt you are using. One or two tsp/pound of soap isn't going to affect trace. (Although, now that I reread your post, I see you are talking about sea salt. I use table salt, so there may be a difference there.) The most common culprits for quick trace are: 1. Too much...

You must be extra sensitive. I have never had a mosquito bite itch for more than a day.

Gaius survived his first flight! He'll be gone on his senior trip for about a week. He's nervous but excited. I'm wondering how Pax will do without his brother. Good to have some other moms, grandmas, and aunties who can relate!

I just did a quick Google search: It looks like there are a couple of videos floating around and several articles as well. I don't know if they're are exactly what you're looking for as I didn't click through any of them. If you haven't already done so, that's where I would start. Also, search...

Pax (17) has been quite nervous about driving, which surprised us. We thought it would be Gaius, but he's looking for reasons to take the car. We're doing a little of that, too-- Gaius has his Senior trip tomorrow and this summer, they are off on a mission trip to Northern Ireland. 😳