2019-03-22 10:45
One of my favorite scented cold process soap happens to be Lemon Poppyseed. I saw this great looking swirl recipe for Lemon Tumeric from Lovin's Soap. Lovin' Soap says that Tumeric is… Read More
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2019-03-20 07:31
If love pampering yourself, you may want to try adding a facial spa to your regiment....Stimulating Facial Steamers. These facial steamers will help open pores and stimulate and open n… Read More
2019-03-18 08:26
If you are looking special to make to give out as gifts or party favors, I found this cute idea from Stampington and Company called Beeswax and Bottled Candles. Just to let you know th… Read More
2019-03-15 08:35
Instead of using commercial deodorants, it is easy to make your own. Here is a recipe from Wholesale Supplies Plus called Charcoal Zinc Deodorant that goes on smooth and creamy an… Read More
2019-03-13 08:25
Here is fun melt and pour guest soap from Wholesale Supplies Plus called Party Confetti Guest Loaf Soap that is an intermediate level project. It will take about an hour of your t… Read More
2019-03-11 07:52
During the winter does your skin get cracked and rough? I found a recipe for a lotion bar on the Wholesale Supplies Plus called Winter Hand Helper Lotion Bar. Skin that gets… Read More
2019-03-08 09:14
If you love the layered look in your cold process soap, here is a really cool six-layered project from Lovin' Soap called Basil, Lavender & Mint Cold Process Soap. From start to finish… Read More
2019-03-06 08:21
The weather across the country has been miserable. So when I saw this melt and pour Strawberry Lemonade Soap Loaf reminded me that spring is just around the corner. This soap bar features th… Read More
2019-03-04 08:40
In my travels, I have seen soap that looks like geodes or gemstones. I have to admit that he soap replicates like the real thing. If you would like to take up the challenge of ma… Read More
2019-03-01 08:56
If you are having guests that are having a difficult time sleeping, you may want to try this diffuser blend recipe from Wholesale Supplies Plus called Peaceful Sleep. This recipe has a wonde… Read More
2019-02-27 09:42
Have you ever heard of wax melts? Wax melts are scented pieces of wax without a wick. They can give a slight scent in their hardened form; however, they are designed to be slowly… Read More
2019-02-25 08:45
Cold process soapmakers: Here is a really interesting technique for your next batch - Holiday Teardrop. What is the teardrop technique? It is layering different colors of s… Read More
2019-02-22 08:47
When I saw this melt and pour project from Wholesale Supplies Plus called Sparkle Star Bubble Wand thought it would be perfect for a girl's birthday party. Once made it will create a t… Read More
2019-02-20 09:30
I must admit, I am one of those who has a hard time waiting especially it comes to unmolding a batch of cold process soap. The mold I have is similiar to the one pictured but it i… Read More
2019-02-18 08:12
Approximately a year and a half ago, I saw a recipe a hot process recipe for a peppermint pink Himalayan salt recipe in a magazine called Willow and Sage. I have not tried to mak… Read More
2019-02-15 08:43
Here is a really fun melt and pour soap project that you may want to make. This Pink Berry Puff MP Soaps recipe from The Wholesale Supplies Plus combines a nylon puff and a bar of soap… Read More
2019-02-13 08:57
One way you can pamper yourself is with a facial spa. You can makes this recipe from Wholesale Supplies Plus called Calming Facial Steamers. Facial Steamers are a product that… Read More
2019-02-11 09:22
In the past have you experienced a gelatinous look just after a few hours in the mold? According to The Soap Queen, your soap batch is likely going through its gel phase. If… Read More
2019-02-08 08:46
If you are a beginner to making cold process, I found a recipe on the Wholesale Supplies Plus website called French Lavender Cold Process Soap Loaf. This recipe is great for anyone who… Read More
2019-02-04 09:33
Valentine's Day is just around the corner. Looking for something to give as a gift? Here is something that you can make and give from the heart....Heart Lotion Bars. This easy lo… Read More
2019-02-01 09:55
I am sure many of you have grown up getting conversation heart candy for Valentine's Day. Someone told today that these precious candies are no longer made. To show affection to… Read More
2019-01-30 21:28
I have to agree that soap making is both a science and an art. There are many things that can affect a soap batch. Temperature is a big one that can affect the look and feel of your soap.&nb&hell…Read More
2019-01-28 10:10
Like me, I am sure that you love how you scent a batch of cold process soap. But, after 4 weeks of curing time, the scent has faded. I know when I made a batch of mojito scented… Read More
2019-01-25 09:23
When I took a cold process class from The Nova Studio, the handout included recipes on scenting the batches with essential oils. One of the recipes for Lemon Poppy Seed. When I made a… Read More
2019-01-23 08:28
Valentine's Day is just around the corner. Are you looking for something to show your love to those special in your life? Here is a recipe from The Soap Queen called Classic Hear… Read More
2019-01-21 08:36
Do you happen to love the color pink? Here is a cold process soap recipe from Wholesale Supplies Plus that surely pink. This bright pink soap recipe called Pretty Pink CP Soap&nb&hell…Read More
2019-01-18 19:29
Preservatives are an important part of DIY bath and body products. Why they are important? It is because they help prevent mold and bacteria growth, which extends the shelf life… Read More
2019-01-16 09:51
After a long hard day, would you love to take a soak in the tub? Why not add these Relaxing Lavender Bath Bombs to your bath? This recipe from The Soap Queen is very simple… Read More
2019-01-14 08:49
We are just a couple of weeks into winter. Already, I am looking forward to spring. If you are like me and need a little something to lift your spirits, here is a melt and pour so… Read More
2019-01-11 08:45
Instead of using the commercial brand of toilet cleaners on the market, how would you like to make your own? This lemon-scented recipe from Wholesale Supplies Plus called Toilet T… Read More
2019-01-09 08:15
Want to restore the shine to your wood furniture? Here is an easy recipe from Wholesale Supplies Plus called Beeswax Furniture Polish that will help minimize scratches, clean up water stains… Read More
2019-01-07 08:35
Calling all melt and pour soapmakers, here is a beautifully layered melt and pour project from Wholesale Supplies Plus called Ice and Fire. This recipe has perfect shades of black, red… Read More
2019-01-04 09:21
It has been a while since I posted a rebatch soap recipe. I do not know why but maybe there are not as many rebatched recipes as there are cold process recipes. Never heard of the… Read More
2019-01-02 08:47
Lavender is definitely a popular scent for soap. Here is a melt and pour project from Wholesale Supplies Plus that uses a coconut milk soap base to make a nice bar of soap. What gives t… Read More
2019-01-01 08:00
2018-12-28 08:07
Give your feet a special treat by using this Mint Gel Foot Mask. This recipe from Wholesale Supplies Plus includes the following ingredients to make your feet feel special: … Read More
2018-12-24 11:16
Here is a really fun melt and pour soap recipe from Wholesale Supplies Plus called Vanilla Milkshake Loaf Soap that looks good enough to drink. These bars of soap are scented with… Read More
2018-12-21 08:49
Here is a really nice stocking stuffer for this upcoming holiday season - Lingonberry Bath Bombs. This recipe from The Soap Queen has a really cute design that makes it really special Read More
2018-12-19 08:29
Here is a really creamy lip balm that is great any time of the year. This Sweet Orange Lip Balm recipe from Wholesale Supplies Plus would be a great stocking stuffer for this time of the yea… Read More
2018-12-14 08:45
Here is a delicious scrub that will transport you to a cozy fall night roasting marshmallows and making s'mores around a campfire. This foamy and luxurious sugar scrub recipe from Whol… Read More
2018-12-12 08:37
Using lip balms are great to moisturizing your lips. In this recipe from Wholesale Supplies Plus called Donut Lip Balm has two flavors: Strawberry and Vanilla… Read More
2018-12-10 08:03
Here is a really cool advanced cold process soap project from The Soap Queen called Alpine Adventures. Since this project has several steps, layers and colors that it has to be done wi… Read More
2018-12-07 08:58
Container candles are really easy to make. You can use food jars, Mason Jars, or empty candle containers. You save any containers that look like the perfect size and wash them th… Read More
2018-12-05 09:52
Do you have chapped lips? Did you know it is great to exfoliate them? Here is a Honey and Sugar Lip Scrub recipe from Wholesale Supplies Plus that combines sugar and honey powder… Read More
2018-12-01 08:33
Chips and salsa are always served at a Mexican restaurant. If you love chips and salsa, then this recipe for Salsa Salt Scrub from Wholesale Supplies Plus would be perfect for you… Read More
2018-11-28 08:46
I took a cold process soap making class through The Nova Studio many years ago. Lori Nova had a great recipe that she created. I never used her recipe since I was afraid to try i… Read More
2018-11-26 09:17
When I saw this project, I could not help think of a delicious latte drink from the local coffee house. What is great about melt and pour soap is that it makes a great option for crisp and c… Read More
2018-11-23 08:12
Here is a great recipe for the beginner crafter-Hydrating Body Butter Sticks. This recipe from The Soap Queen is great for those who have extremely dry skin. These body butter sticks a… Read More
2018-11-21 08:03
Thanksgiving is this week. And soon Christmas will arrive in no time. If you are crafty and want to make something to give out, here is a recipe from Gluesticks by Brandy Nelson called… Read More
2018-11-19 08:42
It is autumn time and a perfect way to celebrate the season and treat your skin at the same time is to make this Pumpkin & Clay Face Mask recipe from The Soap Queen. It is ma… Read More
2018-11-16 10:25
Have you ever wondered if you can combine MP (melt and pour) and CP (cold process) soap into one bar? The answer is yes. You can make a hybrid bar of soap by making MP shapes and… Read More
2018-11-14 08:13
If you are a cold process soapmaker, you may have encountered soda ash. Soda ash is an uneven, white ashy film on your soap bars. It is harmless, but it can be frustrating when i… Read More
2018-11-12 08:49
Have you heard the latest craze in soap making? It is Jelly Soaps. Would you believe that they are fun to make and even more fun to use. The cute little containers really make th… Read More
2018-11-09 08:15
Is your skin dry? Well, indulge your skin with a lotion bar. I found this lotion bar recipe from Wholesale Supplies Plus called Vanilla Moisturizing that would be perfect so… Read More
2018-11-07 08:30
Thanksgiving is in about two weeks. Then Christmas will soon be here. New Year's will be here faster than you know it. So if you are having a New Year's party, why not give… Read More
2018-11-05 10:40
In the realm of labeling your soap or cosmetic products, it is to forget the big picture. Especially why are these regulations in place and why is so important to comply with them… Read More
2018-11-02 09:03
Halloween has already passed and it is too late to make this adorable Halloween Boo Melt and Pour Soap Cupcakes project for this year's festivities, but you may want to consider making them… Read More
2018-10-31 08:41
If you love a bath with lots of bubbles, this recipe from Wholesale Supplies Plus called Cayenne Caramel Bubble Cakes will give you a lovely bubbles bursting with color. This a moderat… Read More
2018-10-29 08:24
Even though Christmas is two months away, the time will go by fast. But here is a quick and easy last minute melt and pour holiday project from Wholesale Supplies Plus called Peppermin… Read More
2018-10-26 07:25
Color additives in cosmetics is a difficult subject matter and blending colors is every more problematic. To simply the information, Marie Gale has written a posting called Blende… Read More
2018-10-24 08:20
Love coconut? I found this recipe from Wholesale Supplies Plus called Coconut Lip Balm that could take you away on a tropical getaway. This recipe is very easy since it is made w… Read More
2018-10-22 07:27
Are you interested in making your own deodorant? I found this recipe from Wholesale Supplies Plus called Odor Neutralizing Deodorant that is baking soda-free. This recipe contains magn… Read More
2018-10-19 08:37
Love bath melts? Impress your friends with really cool bath melts recipe from Wholesale Supplies Plus called Geode Bath Melts. They are really easy to make but it look… Read More
2018-10-17 08:16
Are you having a difficult time finding cold process soap recipes that are coconut-free? Here is a recipe from Wholesale Supplies Plus called Raspberry Lemonade Swirl that is coco… Read More
2018-10-15 08:16
If you know someone who is a geologist, they may like these Amethyst Geode Bath Fizzies to use while they bathe. I have to say that they look like the real thing. These bath… Read More
2018-10-12 07:09
I have to be honest, I never heard of soap pops until I took a class by Debbie Chiltas at The Nova Studio who is famous for her soap pops soaps. I really think it is a cute clever idea… Read More
2018-10-10 07:39
This year I signed up to sell bath and body products at the Mountain View Senior Center Holiday Bazaar on November 17th. One of the products I am going to make is bath fizzies. I am al… Read More
2018-10-08 19:22
I really love the look of this cold process soap recipe from Wholesale Supplies Plus called Orchid & Pink Amber Rimmed CP Soap. Since I love it so much that I posted it a second ti… Read More
2018-10-05 07:29
It may seem that making your own body products is really complicated. And believe me, a lot of them are not. If you love using body butters, I found this Tumeric Body Butter recipe fro… Read More
2018-10-03 07:55
Fall is definitely in the air. The weather is changing...a lot cooler. I found this really cute melt and pour soap project from Wholesale Supplies Plus called Pumpkin Hayride. Th… Read More
2018-09-28 08:47
I saw this really cute melt and pour soap project on the Wholesale Supplies Plus called Honey Hive MP Soap Bars that any bee or honey lover would love to receive as a gift. The soap is scent… Read More
2018-09-26 07:42
Here is a great overall foot powder from Wholesale Supplies Plus called Locker Room Foot Powder. This recipe has arrowroot powder which makes this recipe extremely silky while the baki… Read More
2018-09-24 21:37
Do you have the habit of washing your dishes in your dishwasher? Would you like to use something natural rather than the commercial brand dish washing detergent? Here is a simple… Read More
2018-09-21 07:16
It is unfortunate that any fragrance oils with vanilla in it will turn your soap brown. But a cold process recipe The Soap Queen called Cinnamon Cocoa embraces it. This is an intermedi… Read More
2018-09-19 07:16
Even though this melt and pour soap recipe is called Chocolate Pie, to me it looks more like a treat from my youth called a moon pie. If you long for this treat without the calories, then yo… Read More
2018-09-17 07:24
Oatmeal is known for its healing properties. So adding to a bath salts recipe would be a great addition. So if you are interested in a bath salts recipe that has oatmeal, check out this… Read More
2018-09-14 07:26
Fall is just around the corner and the aroma that brings the season to mind is pumpkin. If you love bath bombs and the scent of pumpkin spice, then this recipe called Pumpkin Bubbling… Read More
2018-09-12 08:48
Are you a cold process soap maker and are interested in trying out the silicone molds that are available on the market? Unmolding cold process soap from silicone loaf molds, especially the t… Read More
2018-09-10 10:38
As a young child, I remember making s'mores while camping. If you love s'mores and want to create it in a soap form, here is a recipe from Wholesale Supplies Plus called Campfire S'Mor… Read More
2018-09-07 07:56
I started out with using soap embeds for my melt and pour soap. I found this project from The Soap Queen called Chopped Embed Cold Process Soap that is similar in concept. T… Read More
2018-09-05 09:51
Do you drink coffee every morning and can not get enough of it? Here is an easy melt and pour soap project from The Soap Queen called Creamy Coffee that takes no time to mak… Read More
2018-09-03 07:09
Are you a crafter looking looking for a new craft to learn? Have you found one yet? Well, I found something you may want to look at. Melt and Pour Soap making is an easy cr… Read More
2018-08-31 08:02
According to The Soap Queen, Palm adds an unique feeling to cold process soap. It helps hardens the bar of soap and it creates lather when paired with coconut oil. While Brambleb… Read More
2018-08-24 08:10
Have you ever heard of the technique called Funnel Pour Design? This technique for the cold process method is a very easy method that looks great poured into a loaf mold, but it looks… Read More
2018-08-22 09:03
There are so many options when it comes to scenting your soap that it is so hard to decide. In a recent post from The Soap Queen called Essential Oils vs Fragrance Oils, you will learn… Read More
2018-08-20 20:58
Do you like to make your soap by the Hot Process or Rebatch Soap Methods? Are you running out of ideas? In a recent posting from The Soap Queen called Hot Process and Rebatch Soa… Read More
2018-08-17 09:15
I have to admit, I never thought of combining chocolate and lavender as a fragrance in a soap. In this cold process soap recipe called White Chocolate & Lavender from Wholesale Sup… Read More
2018-08-15 21:00
Looking for a different face wash? I found a recipe from Wholesale Supplies Plus called Carrot Powder Face Wash. This is recipe very gentle scrub that contains honeyquat whi… Read More
2018-08-13 07:02
I saw this recipe for Jagua Blue Extract Bath Bombs from The Soap Queen and I found the blue color quite interesting. The bath bombs are colored with a jagua blue extract. Accord… Read More
2018-08-10 07:16
Do you love roses or did your grandma have roses in her garden? Here is a melt and pour recipe from Wholesale Supplies Plus called Bed of Roses Loaf Soap Recipe. This a mode… Read More
2018-08-08 08:32
According to Marie Gale, certain color additives are subject to certification by the FDA before they can be used. Using one of those colors that is NOT certified causes your… Read More
2018-08-06 09:07
Love using body butters? Here is a beginner level recipe from the Soap Queen called Whipped Pearl Body Butter which is smooth, creamy and inspired by the ocean. Since this an oil… Read More
2018-08-01 07:53
If you are a melt and pour soap maker, you may want to check out this project from The Soap Queen called Seascape Melt and Pour Soap.According to The Soap Queen, the key to this project… Read More
2018-07-30 19:41
What is cool about cold process soap that it has a great texture. Once you have blended your recipe for a few minutes, it thickens to the point where it holds its shape. That means once pour… Read More
2018-07-27 07:49
I use to like pickles until I was about 11 years old and found out they were made from cucumbers. How funny does are taste change. If you still love pickles I found this melt and… Read More
2018-07-25 08:00
I have to honest, I did not know that there were so many colorful clays out there that can be used in making our own bath and body products. But the items are the not the first thing t… Read More
2018-07-23 07:45
Want to hear something funny? Until I was about 8 years old, I thought pizza was disgusting. Now I think it should be classified as its own food group. Anyway, kids love pizza an… Read More
2018-07-20 07:40
It is summer and one of the movies I think of is Jaws. When I saw this project from Lovin's Soap called Shark Embed Salt Bars, I just had to share it. What is a salt bar? I… Read More
2018-07-18 09:12
Here is a really cool advanced layered cold process soap project from The Soap Queen that is inspired by the colors and textures of the ocean, mermaids and siren. It is called Siren Co… Read More
2018-07-16 08:41
According to The Soap Queen, "Pumice is a volcanic rock with a variety of uses. When ground into small particles, it’s perfect for scrubs like this one. It contains pumice sa… Read More
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