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That's a great idea! I didn't use a lye calculator, but I will run it through one. I will try not stirring, and I'll expect it to be finished much sooner. I also saw a video where someone waited to superfat until it had gelled. I thought I might try that, since it would moisten it up a little...

I couldn't decide if it was still like applesauce or if it had moved into "vaseline" yet, and then I stirred it and it was just balling up into the center.

I used the full amount of water, and the recipes came from The Everything Soapmaking Book. The first was a 1 lb recipe, and the second was a 2 lb. I don't have sodium lactate yet, but I have it ordered, so I'll try that next time. The book recommended cooking it 3 hrs., but maybe I just need to...

I apologize if this problem has already been addressed in another thread. I tried to search for hot process problems, but didn't have much luck. I'm sure inexperience is a huge factor, because I have only tried 2 HP batches, each a different recipe. Both were cooked on low in my crock pot...

Nice to meet you Christine! Glad to hear you're back to doing something you love. I look forward to seeing your work. I have only made one batch so far, but I'm already addicted :)

Hi! My name is Nancy. I live in Tennessee with my new husband of 2 1/2 months and both of our daughters. I have just started making soap, and I cut my first batch last night. Of course I brought a slice to work with me today, lol! I am looking forward to learning from all you more experienced...

Today I brought a slice of soap to work with me! I just cut my first batch last night, and I wanted to show everyone. And honestly, I just wanted to have it here to look at!