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There are limitless techniques that can take handmade soap beyond
the simple bar. In this section we will explore adding existing soap
pieces to a new batch. This involves adding pieces of multi coloured
soap to a batch of white soap. Many different patterns can be
revealed when the soap is finished and cut.
You should have a good understanding of
basic soap making before trying these techniques. For more information and
step by step soap instructions, click
here.
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Embedded Bar Soap
Embedded Bar Soap
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are some of the tools we will be using. In addition to the oils and lye
to make your soap, either from scratch or with one of our kits, you will
need a mould (square
or loaf shaped), a small amount of oil or shortening, freezer paper
or waxed paper to line the mould, a cutting board, large knife, plastic
wrap, and some extra multi-coloured soap pieces. You may also need
soap making tools such as a
thermometer, spatulas, measuring spoon, measuring cups, old towel or
small blanket for insulating,
scale etc...
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this technique, we will cut long square or triangular shaped bars from a
block of soap. First we made a soap and added indigo root powder for a deep
blue colour. We added more indigo than usual as we planned to add pieces to
other soaps. The green bar on the right was coloured with alfalfa powder. We
don't allow these colour blocks to cure or harden excessively. This keeps
them soft and easier to cut. |
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 I. The mould was greased with shortening then lined
with wax paper. Plastic wrap or freezer paper are also good lining
materials.
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 Here
is a close-up of the bars arranged in the mould ready for soap. |
 Once
your soap has traced, add essential oils and fixatives (if required)
then gently and slowly pour in and around the bars in the mould. If
a few of the bars move (see below), use a spatula or stainless steel
spoon to nudge them back into location.
Cover the soap with plastic wrap and insulate with towels. |
 After
the soap neutralizes, it can be removed from the mould and cut into
bars. Use a large knife with a smooth thin blade. A Sushi knife
works well due to it's narrow profile. Allow these bars 3 weeks to
cure (dry) before using. This will allow the excess moisture to
evaporate and make them a long lasting bar.
The block can also be cut on an angle to reveal many different
patterns. |
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 Multi
coloured bars ready to be finish trimmed then racked and cured!
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Here is a recipe for a good all around white soap if you prefer to
make it from scratch. If using one of our kits, we recommend the
Perfect Blend (included in our
Soap Kit) or the
Cocoa Butter Blend. |
Basic Soap Formula 1.4kg
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Ingredients |
Temperatures & Times |
598 g
296 g
30 g
58 g
150 g
368 ml |
Coconut Oil
Vegetable Shortening
Beeswax
Avocado Oil
Lye (6% discount)
Distilled Water |
Oil Temperature
Lye/Water Temperature
Cure Time
Trace Time
Mould Time |
55°C (130°F)
55°C (130°F)
3 Weeks
15 Minutes
24 Hours |
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