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I've been meaning to make a video on making cheap loaf molds out of pine (5lb molds) and post it on youtube. You have inspired me to get the project off the ground. Making molds can be fun, easy, and inexpensive!

I've heard of people using detergent containers to store their lye batches (RT). How the heck do you clean those things out? I've been rinsing and rinsing with water, however can't seem to get all the detergent out of the container. Any suggestions?

I soap at 87.65 degrees. just kidding :smile: I keep it between 80-90 degrees. I'd like to go RT, however I haven't tried it yet with my palm oil.

This is an interesting post. I see that you received some great advice. I would like to throw something in there that wasn't discussed. In the big scheme of things, you managed to get a wholesale account to accept a $2 margin on a $5 item. That's impressive! I would recommend increasing the...

I can't completely doublec check your costs without knowing what % you use in your recipe, however the base cost of the oils seems to be correct. Don't forget shipping, packaging, etc.

The great thing about working with lye is you can just put some down the drain :)

I'm a little baffled with the low cost that most people have, and am having trouble trying to figure out how to lower my per cost bar. Here's a general breakdown of my costs... Olive oil (EVOO): $0.26/oz Coconut oil: $0.14/oz Palm oil: $0.10/oz Cocoa Butter: $0.46/oz...

If you want perfectly cut PVC, try using a miter saw. The ends will be straight as an arrow and they're fun to use!