diy Soap mold

Anyone can make their own wooden soap molds, and this tutorial will show you how. The bonus? They’re fully adjustable so you can change up your mold size!

I am always thinking of new ways to expand the artistic nature of creating handcrafted soap. Swirls, embeds, themes, etc. make the process of creating these high quality, nourishing, great for your skin soaps all the better. Handcrafted soaps can range from unscented and uncolored which are excellent for sensitive skin to extremely ornate with beautiful scents to match. These soaps make wonderful additions to the bathroom or kitchen, unique and creative gifts and showering with them can get your day off to a great and refreshing start. Lately I have been experimenting with round soaps created in a circular column style mold then sliced into individual bars (sounds a lot like baking……). You can create some unique swirled designs as you pour the soap into the mold, but I wanted to take that to the next level by centering a circular embed within the main soap. There are some tools and molds out there, but they are limited in size…… so PVC pipe comes to the rescue. PVC pipe makes a great mold for round soap as long as you have a way to remove to soap. Lining with silicone mats, freezer paper or shelf/closet liner cut to size (this is my choice) makes removal quite easy. Freezing the soap in the mold for a while beforehand also makes removing the soap quite easy. For my newest soap designs, I use 1 1/4″ thin walled PVC pipe cut to 12 – 13″ long for the embedded log and 3″ thin walled PVC pipe for the entire soap. The wall thickness of this pipe is about 2mm. The key to using PVC pipe is sealing one end so that the soap does not ooze out the bottom. The thin walled PVC pipe I use is from Lowes Home Improvement and they also sell a nice fitting cap for the 3″ size that allows the pipe to sit upright and not fall over. Finding a cap for the 1 1/4″ pipe proved challenging. You can use several layers of freezer paper held on tightly by rubberbands, a silicone cupcake mold fitted and taped to the bottom or a 1 1/2″ rubber furniture tip found at Ace Hardware. Because of the tapered nature of the tip, I had to cut it down to about 1″ tall in order to fit it over the pipe end. Fitting and taping a silicone cupcake mold to seal the bottom of the PVC pipe 3″ thin walled pipe: Charlotte PVC 30030 (3″ x 10″) sewer pipe is about 2mm thick. https://www.lowes.com/pd_24164-1814-PVC+30030++0600_0__?Ntt=pvc+30030&UserSearch=pvc+30030&productId=3133165&rpp=32 3″ cap that fits nice and snug on the above pipe and has a flat end: https://www.lowes.com/pd_171359-676-306_0__?productId=3449804&Ntt= 1 1/4″ thin walled pipe: Charlotte PVC 16012 (1 1/4″ x 10′) https://www.lowes.com/pd_23996-1814-PVC+16012++0600_0__?Ntt=pvc+16012&UserSearch=pvc+16012&productId=3133113&rpp=32 1 1/2″ Rubber Furniture Tip: https://www.acehardware.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3674853&cp=2568443.2568451.2626210.2627543.2627583 You will need a way to cut the above pipes into 12 – 13″ sections. OR you can purchase an almost identical set up for the 3″ mold from Brambleberry here. Making this type of soap is a two step process. For the above Cherry Blossom Soap, I make the soap for the center embed by using an “in the pot” swirl technique with about 4 colors. That soap is made and poured into the 1 1/4″ PVC pipe molds and sets for 24 hours. When I am ready to remove it, I pop it into the freezer for an hour or two, then use a pliers to grab onto the liner and slowly slide the soap out. You can use a lot of creativity here and use solid colors for both inner and outer soaps, or solid in the center and swirled in the outer (as seen in the first images.) Solid colored soap to the left and “in the pot” swirl on the right for the embeds Once the embed log is removed from the mold, the outer soap is made (this example has no added color to the outer portion), scented and the previously made log is centered into the 3″ PVC pipe mold. The soap is poured at light to medium trace as the inner log is made stable by placing your gloved finger on the surface as you pour the soap around it. Tap to settle soap and remove trapped bubbles. Cover with a few layers of plastic wrap, secure with rubber bands and allow to set up for at least 24 hours. I wrap it in a thick towel and keep it upright by wedging it between boxes for support. Make sure the soap is somewhat set before trying to wrap it in towels so the soap does not spill out. After 24 hours and your soap is firm (this will depend on your formula), pop it into the freezer for a few hours. Use a pliers to grab the liner and slowly slide the soap out. Allow it to warm up a bit and slice into individual bars as you normally would. I stick with 12″ – 13″ tall PVC molds as anything taller is too difficult to work with. A 3″ by 12″ PVC mold will hold about 55 ounces of soap or about 38 ounces of oils. So to do the embed, you will need to reformulate that out into 2 separate formulas. I will actually do multiple embed logs at the same time. Two 13″ tall 1 1/4″ diameter logs used about 30 ounces oils in my formula. Any excess was poured into individual silicone molds for personal use. ~ Faith Copyright 2006 – 2014 Alaiyna B. Designs, Alaiyna B. Bath and Body. All rights reserved. All text and images are the property of Alaiyna B. Designs. No part of this document or webpage may be reproduced by any means without prior written consent of Alaiyna B. Designs and/or Alaiyna B. Bath and Body.

Happy Earth Day! After a loooonng day of moving (seriously, what crazy hormonal person thought it was a good idea to move at 8.5 months pregnant?!), I thought I’d pop in with three great eco-friendly soaping ideas in honor of the day. Using clean food packaging is a great way to ensure that your products are getting their maximum amount of use before they are headed to the recycling bin; plus many of them make for a super economical mold option for testing out new soap ingredients (so your production/fancy molds aren’t taken up for testing) or an economical trial for a beginner soaper! Just to make the project as easy as it is fun, I’ve used additives and colorants that are easily found in most kitchen cupboards. Plus, you can check out this episode of SoapQueen TV for even more eco-chic ideas!

DIY Reusable Liners for Soap Slab Mold | Lovin Soap Studio It’s no secret. I love my Bramble Berry 9 Bar Slab Mold! Take a look at most of my recent tutorials and you’ll see the mold in action. They do have to be lined. So

I may receive compensation from links on this site. As an Amazon Associate I also earn from qualifying purchases. See my disclosure policy. I’ve had some people ask me how to make a basic wooden loaf soap mold for cold process soap, so I thought I’d share a tutorial on how to make your own soap molds. This wooden cold process loaf soap mold is so easy to make and it will last forever. My dad is handy with wood and power tools so he made me a bunch of these, however, if you don’t own power tools, it’s possible to get the pieces for the molds cut at no charge. Each of these homemade cold process soap molds will hold approximately 2.75 lbs. of (cured) soap and will make approximately 10-12 4oz. bars depending on how large you cut them. If you’re having trouble figuring out how much your soap will weigh once cured, my average recipe for one of these molds uses 36oz. in oils & butters (fats) prior to adding the lye/water, and fragrance. To create one mold you’ll need to use wood that is 1/2″ thick. I used craft wood from Lowe’s. I have been told that if you are buying wood that an associate at Lowe’s will cut it down into the dimensions you use if you ask. For the two long sides, you’ll need to cut two pieces of wood that measure 12″ x 4″. The two short sides should be cut to 3 1/2″ x 4″ and the bottom piece of the mold should be cut to 3 1/2″ x 11″. The final dimensions of the soap mold will measure (from the outside) 12″ Long x 4 1/2″ Wide x 4″ High. You’ll need to use wood clamps and wood glue to assemble your mold as pictured above. The two short sides fit on the inside of the two longer sides to form a rectangle and the bottom piece of the mold fits on the inside bottom of the mold. Use glue and clamps to hold the pieces together until dry. If you don’t have clamps or want to add extra reinforcement, you can use a cordless screwdriver to place screws where the sides connect. Making a lid for these is optional. Honestly I’ve never needed to use a fancy lid as cutting cardboard to fit on top of the molds works just fine during the curing process. I simply place cardboard on the top of the filled mold and then cover with towels to insulate during the 24 hour saponification period. Lining your soap molds before use is essential to being able to get your soap out of the mold. If you don’t line your mold, your soap will get stuck. I used to cut parchment paper to line my molds as demonstrated in this the same process that this tutorial by Inner Earth blog uses with contact paper. Basically you fold the paper in a way that is similar to wrapping a present but with an open top. However, parchment paper and contact paper can be expensive and the process for lining molds this way can be tedious and time consuming especially if you are making multiple or large batches at once. Because of this, and due to the stiffness and occasional pain in my hands from the fibro, I use trash bags to line my molds. If you’re practical and don’t mind a few minor creases on the sides and bottom of your soap, then this method may be the one for you. I got this ideas from another local soapmaker who I used to sell alongside at our local Farmer’s Market. She used large 20 gallon kitchen trash bags to line her molds, then once she unmolded the soaps, she’d re-use the trash bags for actual trash. (Plus the soap gave them a nice, fresh scent.) What I use are thin, clear office trash bags. I bought a huge box of 1000 10 gallon light duty commercial trash bags to line my molds with as they a lot less expensive than parchment paper and can be used again for my office trash. (They are super cheap at Sam’s Club and office supply stores.) To line a mold I simply unfold the bag – but don’t open it – press it into the mold and then tape the outer edges where the bag folds over the outside of the mold to keep it in place. This method is gentle on hands and super quick. I can now line all nine of my molds in 5 minutes or less. Of course, how you choose to line your molds is personal preference. I recommend doing whatever works best for you. Once your soap has set you simply lift the soap from the mold and peel off the liner, cut into bars and allow to cure a minimum of 3-4 weeks. To use these molds for melt and pour glycerin soap, simply line with trash bags as indicated for cold process soap. Looking for lye? On a side note, I wanted to share with you where to buy sodium hydroxide (lye) for making your soap. You used to be able to buy Roebic brand lye from Lowe’s. 2lb. ran $8.99. Several months ago I noticed that their price for a 2lb. container of Roebic lye had gone up to $16. Recently, they stopped carrying it all together. I imagine this has something to do with the illegal meth labs that seem to be sprouting up everywhere. Therefore what I recommend is to look in your local yellow pages for a local chemical supply company. I am lucky enough to have one in my hometown called ChemSolv. ChemSolv sells 99% pure sodium hydroxide (which is suitable for soapmaking) in 55lb. bags. These bags with tax – in case you don’t have a resale license – runs $38 and change. They currently have locations in Roanoke, VA (my hometown), Colonial Heights, VA, Piney Flats, []

Small batch of natural carrot soap with carrot puree to add a sunny yellow color. Makes five to six bars. Technical information: 1lb / 454g batch — 5% superfat — water discount due to water content in purée

How to Make an Easy Wood Soap Mold: Loaf, Slab, Block Anyone can make their own wooden soap molds, and this tutorial will show you how. The bonus? They’re fully adjustable so you can change up your mold size!

Anyone can make their own wooden soap molds, and this tutorial will show you how. The bonus? They’re fully adjustable so you can change up your mold size!

Soap making is a fun craft that’s easy to master, provided you have good attention

Soap making is a fun craft that’s easy to master, provided you have good attention

I posted these pictures on Facebook several years ago but never blogged about it. Do you have lots of Lego bricks laying around? If so, you can build your own soap mold! You can make

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Like a DIY Fresh Farmacy without sodium lauryl sulfate, this healing calamine soap recipe is ideal for parched, easily-irritated skin.

DIY Soap Slab Mold under $25 in materials! ll Cat and Raven Designs – YouTubeLike a DIY Fresh Farmacy without sodium lauryl sulfate, this healing calamine soap recipe is ideal for parched, easily-irritated skin.

Like a DIY Fresh Farmacy without sodium lauryl sulfate, this healing calamine soap recipe is ideal for parched, easily-irritated skin.

Succulents Soap Molds Silicone DIY Craft Handmade Soap Molds 4 Cavity Material: high quality silicone, non-toxic, easy mold release About Size: Mold Size: 20*20*3.2cm Cavity Size:7.5*6.5*3cm Cavity Capacity: 90g (water) Use: can use it to make cold process soap, soap basesoap, clay crafts, etc

Try these ideas for inexpensive starter or beginner soap molds, from boxes, cartons, and tubes to pipes, most of which are already in your kitchen.