tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1556636739806282968.post1385871844280605887..comments2024-03-20T21:54:36.152+10:00Comments on Going Grey and Slightly Green: Learning a new method of soap makingNanna Chelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07500527266771727074noreply@blogger.comBlogger20125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1556636739806282968.post-15901486682377535182016-02-20T22:37:52.036+10:002016-02-20T22:37:52.036+10:00Yes Sally. Just use your usual recipes.Yes Sally. Just use your usual recipes.Nanna Chelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07500527266771727074noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1556636739806282968.post-5794477882942114302016-02-20T21:35:03.772+10:002016-02-20T21:35:03.772+10:00I've been making soap for some time after init...I've been making soap for some time after initially making Rhonda's recipe, then started using our home rendered beef tallow and pig lard as a portion of the fats content. Always running through the soap calculator first. I'd like to try this method so, can I use the same ratios, as stated in the calculator, by using this method?Jembella Farmhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07646075804716647311noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1556636739806282968.post-76127591317256081692015-09-15T10:29:41.447+10:002015-09-15T10:29:41.447+10:00My soaps aren't too bad but I do avoid putting...My soaps aren't too bad but I do avoid putting them on top of a sink container that contains water like some of the ones you buy for the bathroom. They are okay on the shower rack where they can just dry out after use. When I have used Racheal's though they seem to be a little harder so I will give this method a try as well, Selina. Nanna Chelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07500527266771727074noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1556636739806282968.post-62571342753059027112015-09-14T23:39:36.022+10:002015-09-14T23:39:36.022+10:00ooo, i think i like this method too, i have been u...ooo, i think i like this method too, i have been using rhondas copha recipe mostly, it seems to be a soft soap though i didn't heat the all oils, maybe that had something to do with it, still using it though.<br />your soaps look wonderful nanna chel & i agree with lynda, you must smell very pretty :)) <br />thanx for sharingselinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10173172460099566314noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1556636739806282968.post-51917695215020979962015-09-14T21:55:47.400+10:002015-09-14T21:55:47.400+10:00That's strange that you have a dud batch, Jane...That's strange that you have a dud batch, Jane. I wonder what went wrong. I think the method Racheal and Phil use does make the soap a bit harder so it would last longer. I often use Rice Bran Oil as well so that might make my soap softer. It is worth experimenting. Nanna Chelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07500527266771727074noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1556636739806282968.post-52593086192192545562015-09-14T21:54:11.096+10:002015-09-14T21:54:11.096+10:00I will try this method next I think, Mimi. I will ...I will try this method next I think, Mimi. I will do it outside though...just in case :-)Nanna Chelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07500527266771727074noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1556636739806282968.post-11711623458403946512015-09-14T21:53:43.748+10:002015-09-14T21:53:43.748+10:00It is an unusual way to spell Rachel I must say. T...It is an unusual way to spell Rachel I must say. Tania do try and make your first batch. You will become addicted like the rest of us. Nanna Chelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07500527266771727074noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1556636739806282968.post-69393340937359117502015-09-14T21:52:52.415+10:002015-09-14T21:52:52.415+10:00You are a character, Lynda.You are a character, Lynda.Nanna Chelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07500527266771727074noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1556636739806282968.post-43651500822204433722015-09-14T15:35:06.647+10:002015-09-14T15:35:06.647+10:00I have been making soap using Rhonda's instruc...I have been making soap using Rhonda's instructions for about 4 years. Last Saturday I made a batch that was going to become gifts. Don't know what I did wrong but it ended up a rock hard stinking hot mess. I will give this recipe a go and see if I cant manage to make a slightly better mix.Janehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06964345893499561504noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1556636739806282968.post-87060707078185756652015-09-14T07:39:37.621+10:002015-09-14T07:39:37.621+10:00I love making soap Nanna Chel. It's such an ea...I love making soap Nanna Chel. It's such an earthy thing and home made soap is so superior to bought. This recipe sounds really lovely, and I'll try it this week. Thanks! Love, Mimi xxxMimihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12189100084557458199noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1556636739806282968.post-79890023372203721552015-09-13T21:53:15.756+10:002015-09-13T21:53:15.756+10:00Beautiful soap!!
I still haven't tried soap m...Beautiful soap!!<br /><br />I still haven't tried soap making...I know I really should! I have all the stuff and have had it for ages so I think making soap may be my next adventure :)<br /><br />I have a niece named Racheal and spelled the same way :)<br /><br />xTaniaTaniahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10176661940614462611noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1556636739806282968.post-1518146496823720222015-09-13T21:29:40.170+10:002015-09-13T21:29:40.170+10:00You must spell so lovely. :) LOL You must spell so lovely. :) LOL Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12605358521258969537noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1556636739806282968.post-16320741421753701212015-09-13T10:35:11.365+10:002015-09-13T10:35:11.365+10:00Joolz, give it a try as it really is fun. Joolz, give it a try as it really is fun. Nanna Chelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07500527266771727074noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1556636739806282968.post-11643962335473817822015-09-13T09:50:58.133+10:002015-09-13T09:50:58.133+10:00Soap making is something I havent tried but probab...Soap making is something I havent tried but probably should. One day......Joolzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07490462580345458546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1556636739806282968.post-15797046902344402882015-09-12T22:16:54.178+10:002015-09-12T22:16:54.178+10:00Phil, it is worth experimenting. With the method I...Phil, it is worth experimenting. With the method I use I wrap my moulds up and take the soap out the next morning but Racheal doesn't wrap hers up. Nanna Chelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07500527266771727074noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1556636739806282968.post-33446619715647223152015-09-12T22:15:46.137+10:002015-09-12T22:15:46.137+10:00No that was the only recipe Racheal had printed ou...No that was the only recipe Racheal had printed out but she mentioned that she did buy the soap making e-book from the Nerdy Farm Wife http://thenerdyfarmwife.com/soap-making/ and also gets recipes from library books. You could run your ingredients through the Soap Calculator which Alison put on the DTE forum recently to get the correct amount of lye. This method certainly would be a bit quicker than warming up the oils first. Nanna Chelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07500527266771727074noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1556636739806282968.post-35432440936958758552015-09-12T22:09:30.532+10:002015-09-12T22:09:30.532+10:00Karen, I was a bit scared the first time but once ...Karen, I was a bit scared the first time but once you have made your first batch you will become addicted I am sure. Just be careful with the lye and follow the instructions and you will be fine.Nanna Chelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07500527266771727074noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1556636739806282968.post-64615594659903064612015-09-12T21:47:22.374+10:002015-09-12T21:47:22.374+10:00I use the hot lye over Copha method now too - have...I use the hot lye over Copha method now too - have been doing this for a while now with perfect results every single time. No need for a thermometer or having to fiddle around getting temperatures right. I must try leaving in the moulds longer like this version and see if it makes a difference.poggeauxhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00754636457782658089noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1556636739806282968.post-60193017395951086642015-09-12T20:49:39.364+10:002015-09-12T20:49:39.364+10:00This is interesting and would save on so much time...This is interesting and would save on so much time waiting for oils and lye to come to proper temps. I wonder if this works doing other recipes by adding the harder/butter type oils first then the liquid oils? Did she offer any advice on when we create our own recipes? <br />Thanks for sharing this new method.Krystalhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04126190095871208524noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1556636739806282968.post-19703714373427072342015-09-12T17:54:23.075+10:002015-09-12T17:54:23.075+10:00Hi Nanna :)
Soap making has always been something...Hi Nanna :) <br />Soap making has always been something that im terrified to do but would love to learn also. My hubby bought me a proper kit a couple of years ago and even though i loved it, all i did was open the box and re-packed it lol I really do have to put my fear aside and try it :) Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com