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with pics now!! for some reason it wont upload my pic :-( final attempt.. http://img855.imageshack.us/content_round.php?page=done&l=img855/6843/dscf2226j.jpg

Thanks for the tip :-) Just done it shall post the pics now Its a small rubber loaf mould meant for cakes but the sides started bending so shall look for something stronger Sorry not good pic

This is the recipe am thinking of using: 350g sunflower 300g coconut oil 40g shea butter I am hoping it wont be too drying (the c oil) or too soft either Whats your opinion on this one guys ? I have some palm oil I could also use if u think that would be better

I have decided to go back to soapmaking after some time away. I have a rubber loaf mould and wondered if it is necessary to line it / not. Would there be a problem if I didnt ?

those arre really insightful suggestions Thanks!

Thanks! Any suggestions for an alternative scrubby in CP - not oats though !

I make a scrubby bar with M&P by putting sugar in the bottom of the mould before I pour the soap over it. Giving it a scrubby layer. if I try the same thing with CP soap -will the heat from the soap melt the sugar during the gel stage ? Am worried about the sugar 'disappearing' ..!

I have a square mould that I would like to try the column swirl technique with. However this mould does not have dividers. Can I 'make' my own dividers using maybe strong cardboard ? Would that have the same effect or could you recommend a suitable alternative ? I am in the UK. Thanks!

Yes it was the curing time I was referring to. Thanks for letting me know. So it would still be OK to do the swirl at light trace and then slice after 24-48 hours ? And Then leave to cure for 4-6 weeks

I would like to try and improve my swirl technique and have noticed that it will improve if I begin the colouring and swirling at very light trace. Can anyone tell me if the duration of the curing process is affected in anyway by doing it like this ?