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    WOW! What Do You Think Of This Mold?

    Hi! I actually have both the large multi-mold and the HDPE 5-6 lb molds. The large wood mold is a great quality mold made by a Craftsman who takes pride in his work! He was very helpful and sent me an addition because the size I wanted wasn’t there. He went above & beyond to assist! Of you...
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    Filmy lye water: is it safe?

    I Apologize if it was implied from my post that you can not MB if you use Tussah Silk! I was speaking for me and what I choose to do bc I have different recipes that may be different Lye Concentrations and Oils and because I enjoy the process. It allows me the Breaks I need, yet feel...
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    Filmy lye water: is it safe?

    Hi! I only make enough for It lasts me about a month before it’s gone. I make sure it stays clear. I do Not Master Batch; use ice nor freeze my liquids anymore unless I’m using Milk or Heavy Cream. I use Tussah Silk and need very high temps to dissolve completely! I just Prefer to do individual...
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    Filmy lye water: is it safe?

    Hi! I made a Sugar Concentrate Solution that I keep in the refrigerator that I add to my Lye Water, along with Citric Acid and Mix until Dissolved prior to adding my Lye. After adding Lye and dissolving it, I immediately add my Tussah Silk while still quite hot. When cooled, I add Sodium...
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    Show us your work space!

    Speaking of the Anti Fatigue Mats, they are A Must Have! They come in a 27.3 x 60 inch on Amazon on sale now for $35.99. Mine were twice that! I think I have 7 now. The Long one is in my Kitchen Island in front of the sink, Dishwasher and trash receptor. One in front of the stove and others in...
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    Show us your work space!

    Love, Love, Love Your Workspace! Lots & Lots of room to spread out! My pool was just completed after 3 months and I’m now thinking that I may build a Pool House as my New Soap Lab with Industrial Sinks. That would be great! Thanks for sharing! Blessings!
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    Show us your work space!

    I use them for storing in my Linen Closet. I have Soap Trays for curing. I think they’re in the pix! Blessings!
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    First bars from my loaf mould

    I Agree! These colors are warm and inviting! Reminiscent of Easter & Easter Egg Hunts! Keep up the great work! Blessings!
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    Hi, My Name Is Shirley And...

    Welcome Shirley! I made a twin loaf to yours with a recipe using Coconut Oil from Big Lots! I do not recommend it! 🤣 Having a sense of Humor will take you far, as a Soaper! I hope you enjoy this Forum as much as me! Blessings!
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    Hi everyone :)

    Hi Laura! Welcome!!! Happy Soaping! Blessings!
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    Hi everyone, I’m Rae

    Welcome Rae! Happy Soaping! Blessings!
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    Show us your work space!

    LOVE,LOVE, LOVE Your Workspace! Very creative & compact! Great Job! Blessings!
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    Show us your work space!

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    What soapy thing have you done today?

    You Never had a loss of Faith in her and now she is exactly where she’s suppose to be! Now her fellow Troops are speaking Blessings over You and your Gifts in which you Blessed them. As a Veteran, I know how much your products meant to them! Proud of You & Her! Stay Faithful & Blessed!
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    Green Bees

    These are Beautiful! Please continue to respect them and allow them to stay! I never disrupt my Bees! They need homes, too! As you stated, they’re wonderful Pollinators. Without them , we would have no good to eat! Love & Respect Nature! Blessings!
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    Hi everyone, I’m Shoni

    Hi Shoni82! Welcome & Blessings!
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    Show us your work space!

    Thank You! I got them on Amazon. They are Aviditi White Corrugated Cardboard Mailing Boxes, 16" x 4" x 4", Pack of 25 for $52.09. They work perfectly! Hope you enjoy them, too! Blessings!
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    Having DOS on my Soaps PLEASE HELP

    Hi! Be sure your utensils are Very Clean & Stainless Steel. I also spray them with Alcohol to decontaminate them before using in making your soap. Hopefully you can plane it off! I agree, too much Coconut Oil and Sunflower Oil. I stay away from Sunflower because I am Allergic plus it has been a...
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    What soapy thing have you done today?

    I LOVE the Herbaceous aroma of Basil E. O. It’s so not what I expected! I think it’s Wonderful! Now one of my Favorites, along with Ylang Ylang. Blessings!
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    My lard has mold

    It looks like contamination from a utensil (spoon)! Try separating large quantities into smaller, more workable sterilized containers so you will not contaminate your whole container. I also suggest spraying your already clean utensils with alcohol before use to sterilize it and prevent cross...
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