Saturday, October 25, 2008

FLOWER SOAP BAR Flowers, Fruits & Vegitables Candy Mold Chocolate



FLOWER SOAP BAR Flowers, Fruits & Vegitables Candy Mold Chocolate
From CybrTrayd FDA Approved








Product Description

This is a first quality, tough plastic mold. It is durable and reusable. It is not machine washable. Suitable for chocolate and soap making as well as plaster and concrete crafting. FDA approved.

Features

  • Size: 3 1/4 x 7/8 Weight: 2.7
  • All of our molds are FDA approved.
  • Our Chocolate Candy Molds are also suitable for molding soap, plaster and cement.
  • This mold is 8 X 10 1/4 .
  • Not suitable for children under 3 years old.

Candle Making Step by Step Review



Candle Making Step-by-Step
By Cheryl Owen









Customer Reviews

I can't believe that no one has written a review for this!!5
This book starts out with defining different materials,waxes, molds,coloring/scenting,and wicks. It tells you how to prepare the wick;how to level the bottom of the candle;and how to use containers found in all homes. It has sections on beeswax candles,making tapers at home,making your own molds,painting and applique candles, layering candles, making floating flowers by hand, imbedding, gel candles(small section),making stacked candles,hurricane(shell)candles,stencilling, wrapped candle ideas,stick candles for the yard,marbling candles,and frosted candles. This book includes templates, variations and tips in the sections and all pages are either full colored pictures or have multiple pictures. Many of the crafts are even explained with pictures to show the novice how to make candles. I have bought around 30 books on candles and I still like this very much. It shows you how to make candles from nothing but the wax and your hands. I can't say enough about this book...

Product Details

  • Amazon Sales Rank: #415699 in Books
  • Published on: 2002-01-01
  • Original language: English
  • Number of items: 1
  • Binding: Paperback
  • 96 pages

Tuesday, October 21, 2008

Making Aromatherapy Creams and Lotions Book Review


Making Aromatherapy Creams and Lotions: 101 Natural Formulas to Revitalize & Nourish Your Skin
By Donna Maria








Customer Reviews

There is just one problem4
The book is very informative and there are many creams recipes But there are no preservatives so it is really does not so commercial...

Kind of a wierd book...2
This book is not exactly what I expected. While the author is obviously knowledgeable, the information in the book is organized in somewhat of a confusing fashion and the recipes are often complicated. Some of the raw ingredients required are obscure and hard to find. Ultimately I think that this book would only appeal to a pretty small niche market.

good book5
I liked this book because it explained in detail, the proper use of ingredients. It gives easy to use formulas as well as giving explanations of why certain ingredients were used and substitutions of ingredients to get the results you desire. Some reviewers said the products were difficult to find, but with a simple web search, I found Glory Bees Food to be an excellent source. This book is a great start if you want to start a business. It helps you to understand the process of formulation. Thus far, this is my favorite book on the subject.

Product Description

A readerĂ­s guide to creating exciting, inventive, and unique cosmetics and body-care products using all-natural ingredients and the power of aromatherapy. Includes an overview of aromatherapy, techniques used to extract aromatic plant materials, tips on creating unique and personal creams and lotions, and a full complement of inspirational recipes.

Product Details

  • Amazon Sales Rank: #35636 in Books
  • Published on: 2000-07-15
  • Original language: English
  • Number of items: 1
  • Binding: Paperback
  • 160 pages

Milk-Based Soaps: Making Natural, Skin-Nourishing Soap


Milk-Based Soaps: Making Natural, Skin-Nourishing Soap
By Casey Makela









Customer Reviews

Milk Based Soaps5
I love this book! This is actually my second copy after lending my first one to a friend. I have recomended this book to quite a few friends that also have goats and too much milk. This is the best basic book on the market!

This book is like having one muffin recipe you really like. 4
Do you have a muffin recipe that you love? This book is like having a favorite muffin recipe with many variations. I guess if it is your favorite don't argue with it. But, this book is full of variations of a basic recipe.
It is a nice book, but I had hoped for more variety.
But, I do love muffins.

Worth having if you want to make whoke like soaps.4
I was initailly intimidated by this book and I owned it for a while before I attempted her methods. But if you want to make soap with real milk (not powdered as an additive) this is a great resource. Making whole milk soap is not easy. This methods works. I admit I use a stick blender and keep it in one pot but my milk has never curdled due to her cold bath method. Her recipes produce gentle, silky soaps and are made with readily available ingredients. My main complaint with some of the other books is that you cannot get many of the ingredients unless you go online and pay shipping. I agree with another reviewer that she does not explain the why behind some of her methods. I think the glycerine and the sugar are for more lather but I'm not positive. I know the amount of honey is limited due to the risk of the soap overheating in the mold. My only other concern about her recipes is that they do not produce much lather and I like bubbles. However, now that I know the method and have had a lot of success I can experiment with the recipes to customize the soap.

Product Description

Learn how to make moisturizing milk-based soaps like Oatmeal, Peaches and Cream, and specialty soaps, as well as how to turn this hobby into a moneymaker!

Product Details

  • Amazon Sales Rank: #47678 in Books
  • Published on: 1997-01-09
  • Original language: English
  • Number of items: 1
  • Binding: Paperback
  • 112 pages

Soapmaker's Companion: A Comprehensive Guide with Recipes, Techniques & Know-How


Soapmaker's Companion: A Comprehensive Guide with Recipes, Techniques & Know-How (Natural Body Series - The Natural Way to Enhance Your Life)
By Susan Miller Cavitch







Customer Reviews

The Soapmaker's Companion5
I absolutely LOVE this book! It really is a soapmaker's "Bible". It is very easy to read and is organized in a way that you really can get started right away.

I originally checked this book out from the library, but after reading a few sections I ordered two copies: one to use and one to keep in my reference library.

It is so easy to use and the language is so easy to understand that it takes the mystery out of soapmaking and replaces it with fun.

We have enjoyed using the recipes in this book as well as creating our own. If you ever dreamed of making your own soap, this is the perfect book to start with.

Methods are Dated3
I really enjoy this book for ideas and inspiration. She has some truly wonderful soaping ideas in here, and I love just browsing through it.

That being said, I really don't use it that much. The recipes call for too many ingredients, are WAY to heavily superfatted to last, and her mixing method (in a stand mixer) takes forever. I can stick blend my soap to trace in just a couple of minutes.

We've also found out a few things about grapefruit seed extract since this book was published. Basically, it does little to nothing to preserve the shelf life of your soaps....a lot of reputable suppliers are pulling it from the retail inventory and substituting other antioxidants.

If you're looking for some interesting ideas, by all means invest, but don't make this your first book.

Great guide to making soap at home5
I found her information very helpful and clear. My mother also uses this book and is the one who suggested it to me. She has been making soap at home for years and finds this book the best one she's seen.

Product Description

Basic soapmaking instruction and specialty techniques like marbling, layering, and making transparent and liquid soaps.

Product Details

  • Amazon Sales Rank: #7428 in Books
  • Published on: 1997-01-07
  • Original language: English
  • Number of items: 1
  • Binding: Paperback
  • 288 pages

Making Candles & Soaps For Dummies (For Dummies (Sports & Hobbies))


Making Candles & Soaps For Dummies (For Dummies (Sports & Hobbies))
By Kelly Ewing








Customer Reviews

The Weakest of Books, Better Available3
The Weakest of Books, Better Available

Being a professional candle maker (3rd generation) and an avid reader, I have a huge collection of candle and soap making books. After looking over "Making Candles & Soaps for Dummies" for perhaps the 3rd time, I can honestly say that there are many better books covering both subjects. This book covers only the very basic information and will leave you with more questions than answers.

For the candle side, I highly recommend Beginner's Guide to Candlemaking or the instructional video Introduction To Candle Making

On the soap side, try Smart Soapmaking: The Simple Guide to Making Traditional Handmade Soap Quickl Safely, and Reliably, or How to Make Luxurious Handcrafted Soaps for Family, Friends, and Yourself.

These are both great hobbies that can become good sideline business and there are good resources available on the subject... this book is not one of them.

Not as helpful as others in the "Dummies" series2
I usually love the "Dummies" books and was hoping this one could teach me about soapmaking. It really didn't have much in the way of helpful information and I ended it returning it.

Great for melt and pour soap creations4
I did not read the sections on candle making, so this review is strictly based on the soap sections. I found this book to be one of the most helpful ones I've read (I checked out a lot from the library). True, it does not cover the cold process, but as the more simple, melt and pour method is all that I'm interested in, this book is right on target for my needs.

In addition to the color and fragrance info, it discusses stenciled soap, soap on a rope, variegated soap, embedded soap, three-dimensional soap, imprinted soap, soap balls, customized shampoo, massage oil, bath salts liquid soap and more.

I also enjoyed Chapter 19 which is devoted entirely to aromatherapy. It lets you know what a particular scent is noted for (i.e. boosting memory, fighting infections, relieving congestion, calming effect, etc.), as well as whether it is photosensitizing (increases your chance for a sunburn), a possible irritant to sensitive skin, possesses antibacterial qualities, etc.

Product Description

Make floating candles, herbal soaps, and even a home spa

Discover the secrets of color, shape, and scent the fun and easy way?

Whether you're a beginner or seasoned craftperson, this fun book offers everything you need to make beautiful, professional-looking candles and soaps at home. You get practical tips on dyeing and scenting wax, using unusual molds, adding embellishments to candles, working with soap ingredients, and even turning your hobby into a business!

Product Details

  • Amazon Sales Rank: #200040 in Books
  • Published on: 2004-11-05
  • Original language: English
  • Number of items: 1
  • Binding: Paperback
  • 336 pages

Sunday, October 19, 2008

SOAPSATIONS SOAP BLOCK 1 POUND-GLYCERINE



SOAPSATIONS SOAP BLOCK 1 POUND-GLYCERINE
From YALEY





Product Description

With glycerine or coconut as a base soap crafters can create a variet y of styles by mixing and matching with the various colors fragrances and molds. Decorative soaps are a great addition to gift baskets or fill a handcrafted box. Glycerine provides a pure and gentle lather and a clear soap while coconut provides a rich and creamy lather and a solid color soap.

Product Details

  • Amazon Sales Rank: #224824 in Kitchen & Housewares
  • Brand: YALEY

Soapsations Soap Mold 4"X9"-Peace Bar/Love Bar From Yaley



Soapsations Soap Mold 4"X9"-Peace Bar/Love Bar
From Yaley









Product Description

Molds are made of flexible durable plastic. Each features more than one design make one or make them all. Use with coconut and glycerine s oap blocks fragrance color and liquid glycerine. Easy to use and clean over and over again.

Product Details

  • Amazon Sales Rank: #242306 in Kitchen & Housewares
  • Brand: Yaley

Saturday, October 18, 2008

Soapsations Soap Mold 4"X9"-Alligator/Penguin/Turtle/Duck From Yaley



Soapsations Soap Mold 4"X9"-Alligator/Penguin/Turtle/Duck
From Yaley









Product Description

Molds are made of flexible durable plastic. Each features more than one design make one or make them all. Use with coconut and glycerine s oap blocks fragrance color and liquid glycerine. Easy to use and clean over and over again.

Product Details

  • Amazon Sales Rank: #203480 in Kitchen & Housewares
  • Brand: Yaley

Soapsations Soap Mold 4"X9"-Rose/Double Rose



Soapsations Soap Mold 4"X9"-Rose/Double Rose
From Yaley









Product Description

Molds are made of flexible durable plastic. Each features more than one design make one or make them all. Use with coconut and glycerine s oap blocks fragrance color and liquid glycerine. Easy to use and clean over and over again.

Product Details

  • Amazon Sales Rank: #122727 in Kitchen & Housewares
  • Brand: Yaley

Soapsations Soap Mold 4"X9" From Yaley



Soapsations Soap Mold 4"X9"
From Yaley










Product Description

Molds are made of flexible durable plastic. Each features more than one design make one or make them all. Use with coconut and glycerine s oap blocks fragrance color and liquid glycerine. Easy to use and clean over and over again.

Product Details

  • Brand: Yaley

Monday, October 13, 2008

Breyer Holiday Soap Making Kit for 2008


Breyer Holiday Soap Making Kit for 2008
From Reeves International






Product Description

Evergreen, gingerbread, and peppermint are only some of the fragrances that remind us of the holidays. Capture some of your favorite scents of the season with Breyer's Holiday Soap Molding Kit. Once the soap has been melted and molded, use one of the assorted stamps to emboss it with a holiday scene. Kit contains soap, custom designed molds, wrap, raffia, coloring, and fragrance to add at your option.

Features

  • Evergreen, gingerbread, and peppermint are only some of the fragrances that remind us of the holidays
  • Capture some of your favorite scents of the season.
  • Once the soap has been melted and molded, use one of the assorted stamps to emboss it with a holiday scene.
  • Kit contains soap, custom designed molds, wrap, raffia, coloring, and fragrance to add at your option.
  • Breyer 700678

Product Details

  • Amazon Sales Rank: #184999 in Kitchen & Housewares
  • Brand: Breyer Animal Creations
  • Model: 700678
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Sunday, October 12, 2008

Blueberry Pie 2 Oz Candle Soap Making Scented Fragrance Oil



Blueberry Pie 2 Oz Candle Soap Making Scented Fragrance Oil BERRYSWEETSTUFF.COM
From BERRYSWEETSTUFF.COM








Product Description

You are purchasing ONE bottle of superb quality craft fragrance oils. This lovely oil is ideal for all kinds of soap making, wax candles, lotion making, bath bombs, perfume making, and potpourri. You will receive one bottle in the 2 oz size of BLUEBERRY PIE. This oil is bursting with the delicious aroma of a freshly baked blueberry pie straight from the oven. This is potent and NOT diluted. All scents are true and smell just fantastic. This scent is EXTREMELY fragrant, very long lasting, and smells just OUT OF THIS WORLD! Oils are measured and packed by weight. Please do not waste your money on a big bottle of junk that is weak and completely ruins your crafting plans. ( Keep in mind that this oil is for crafting purposes where the end result is finished product. This oil is not to be applied directly to the skin right from the bottle or consumed internally.) Your satisfaction is of utmost importance!

Product Details

  • Amazon Sales Rank: #36312 in Health and Beauty
  • Brand: BERRYSWEET STUFF

Features

  • HIGH QUALITY candle, soap making, potpourri, and body product oil
  • A luscious blueberry pie aroma!
  • Versatile and perfect for a variety of uses
  • Strong and true aroma!
  • Purchased from a reliable seller!
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Wednesday, October 8, 2008

Creative Soap Molds

If you are interested in making your own soap then you will need to find soap molds. There are many different types of soap molds including character molds, simple molds, silicone molds, and wood molds. The type of soap molds that you use will depend on the soap making process that you use, the type of wax that you use, and your design preferences.

The first type of soap molds that you can buy are basic soap making molds. These molds are generally rectangular in shape, and are made from either wood or silicone. Wooden molds will need to lined with wax paper, plastic wrap, or greased to prevent the soap from sticking to the mold. Some silicone soap molds will need to be lined to prevent the soap from sticking to the mold, however, some are designed for quick release even without the liner.

If you are interested in more intricate soap molds then you can choose from several different soap mold types. First there are holiday themed soap molds such as Halloween, Christmas, and Easter soap molds. If you don’t want a holiday themed soap design, but you still want an interesting soap mold shape, then you can choose from a modern or contemporary soap mold design.

Your final choice for shaping soap is to hand-roll the soap into soap balls. To do this you will need to mix up your soap and then allow it to cool slightly so that you can handle the mixture. Next you will need to scoop out the soap and roll it between your palms to form the soap ball.

For more information on how to make homemade soap as well as soap making recipes visit the PureandNaturalSoaps.com

Check out the soap making message board http://www.soapmakingforum.com/ to discuss techniques, share ideas and post your favorite soap and candle making recipes.

Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Sarah_Freeland

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Sunday, October 5, 2008

3D Southwest Rain Contour Two-Part Soap Mold




3D Southwest Rain Contour Two-Part Soap Mold
From SpinningLeaf







Product Description

Make ergonomic 3D soap, just like commercial brands! SpinningLeaf 3D soap molds cast bars which are molded on both sides, producing soap that looks professional, feels natural, and rolls easily in the hands resulting in a great lather. Our 3D soap molds are designed specifically for use with Melt & Pour soap bases (also suitable for CP soap). M&P soap making is a relatively new and fast growing hobby, and it's fun and easy as 1-2-3! You simply melt your M&P soap base, add colorant and fragrance, then pour into your mold. When you make M&P soap you don't have to worry about handling dangerous chemicals, such as lye. You can safely and easily make your own professional, moisturizing glycerin soap right in your kitchen! Each 3D soap mold features a convenient built-in funnel to facilitate filling, and precision keys to align the two mold halves together. Two heavy duty rubber bands are included to secure the two-part mold together during use. SpinningLeaf is proud to offer durable, high quality plastic craft molds which are as eco-friendly as possible. Our molds are manufactured from NSF/FDA Approved .060" Gauge clear PETG plastic, and are built to last. All our products are proudly made in the USA. Free sample with every order!

Features

  • Two-Part Single Cavity 3D Soap Mold
  • Soap Size: 3.5 x 2.35 x 1.1875"
  • Cavity Volume: 4.5 fl oz (132 ml)
  • Maximum Casting Temperature: 165 °F
  • Manufactured from heavy duty (.060" gauge) NSF/FDA approved food grade clear PETG plastic
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Friday, October 3, 2008

3D Celtic Kells Knot Two-Part Soap Mold




3D Celtic Kells Knot Two-Part Soap Mold
From SpinningLeaf






Product Description

Make ergonomic 3D soap, just like commercial brands! SpinningLeaf 3D soap molds cast bars which are molded on both sides, producing soap that looks professional, feels natural, and rolls easily in the hands resulting in a great lather. Our 3D soap molds are designed specifically for use with Melt & Pour soap bases (also suitable for CP soap). M&P soap making is a relatively new and fast growing hobby, and it's fun and easy as 1-2-3! You simply melt your M&P soap base, add colorant and fragrance, then pour into your mold. When you make M&P soap you don't have to worry about handling dangerous chemicals, such as lye. You can safely and easily make your own professional, moisturizing glycerin soap right in your kitchen! Each 3D soap mold features a convenient built-in funnel to facilitate filling, and precision keys to align the two mold halves together. Two heavy duty rubber bands are included to secure the two-part mold together during use. SpinningLeaf is proud to offer durable, high quality plastic craft molds which are as eco-friendly as possible. Our molds are manufactured from NSF/FDA Approved .060" Gauge clear PETG plastic, and are built to last. All our products are proudly made in the USA. Free sample with every order!

Features

  • Two-Part Single Cavity 3D Soap Mold
  • Soap Size: 3 x 3 x 1.125"
  • Cavity Volume: 3.7 fl oz (110 ml)
  • Maximum Casting Temperature: 165 °F
  • Manufactured from heavy duty (.060" gauge) NSF/FDA approved food grade clear PETG plastic