Making my first batch of soap-from-soap and I added too much water! Can I save it?

[hilarymarsh]

Hello,
I'm brand-new to this forum and to soapmaking. I am making my first batch of soap from soap scraps that I'd grated or cut up. I had 20 ounces of scraps and added 12 ounces of water -- clearly that was way too much, because rather than looking like mashed potatoes, it's more like thick-ish cake batter. There are still some pieces, so I'm keeping it on the double boiler for a little longer.

Any suggestions for making this thicker? More time on the stove? Something I can add? Or will it set in the molds but just take longer?

I appreciate any recommendations or suggestions!

Thank you

 

[Relle]

Are you rebatching ? or have you grated commercial soap to make soap ?

 

[hilarymarsh]

The second -- I've grated scraps of soap and used them to make soap. FYI, I left the batch sit for a couple of hours and it definitely solidified. I scooped it into silicone muffin molds -- how long do I need to let them cure?