tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4861682310862793310.comments2023-06-15T08:31:22.583-07:00Iowa Farmerz Wifelangelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17890043518879123806noreply@blogger.comBlogger844125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4861682310862793310.post-64212513827055421912018-11-29T15:19:03.615-08:002018-11-29T15:19:03.615-08:00I do hp and I add superfats near the end once the ...I do hp and I add superfats near the end once the lye is pretty well gone. Then they stay in the soap. Most of the members of the Canadian Soap Makers group do cp and most of it is all this fancy stuff that looks like you should eat it. I just go for the basic soap with some superfats and essential oils. I want to do a batch with alkanet root to get a nice lilac color. Ever used it? Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00786725431634068551noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4861682310862793310.post-22011114512246371472017-11-21T05:20:34.097-08:002017-11-21T05:20:34.097-08:00Hello! I am eager to try HP but I don't own a ...Hello! I am eager to try HP but I don't own a crockpot so your recipe looks perfect. What kind of pot do you use? Is there any restriction on the materials that pots are made of for this method? Thank you :) <br />VeronicaAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15539640186055117692noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4861682310862793310.post-13221234197340610612017-08-03T05:26:45.340-07:002017-08-03T05:26:45.340-07:00The size of your batch was probably the reason it ...The size of your batch was probably the reason it turned so quickly. I've also noticed that sometimes the temp of the ingredients when they are mixed can make a difference in how quickly they finish. I've actually had full batches take only 30 minutes and some take 2 hours and they're the exact same recipe. I'm glad your first batch turned out well for you! :)langelahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17890043518879123806noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4861682310862793310.post-18541723946128713182017-08-02T13:23:07.378-07:002017-08-02T13:23:07.378-07:00Hello. I made hot process for the first time today...Hello. I made hot process for the first time today. I used a small crock that holds 8 cups so I adjusted my recipe down to 27.98 oz so it would be 2" below the rim.<br />It began simmering very quickly and wanted to overflow at 17 min. I stirred it down and it quickly became like mashed potatoes so I added an ounce of avocado oil to superfat it and my fragrance. It was quite thick and wanting to set up so I scooped it into my four bar mold. The entire process took 30 min. Is this normal? Washing up I sure had nice bubbles! Because a small pot has only one setting I am thinking this is why it went so fast. Any thoughts on this? Suzette, English teacherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13637327312465520320noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4861682310862793310.post-42024765843384490292017-04-20T06:31:31.155-07:002017-04-20T06:31:31.155-07:00Also, there is a calculator you can use to help yo...Also, there is a calculator you can use to help you determine how much of each type of fat you should use and how much lye to make sure everything comes out ok. http://soapcalc.net/calc/soapcalcwp.asp this is the one I use. I just start putting in numbers into the fields and checking the hardness, cleansing, etc properties and play around with the percentages until you get what you want. It will automatically tell you what amount of lye and liquid you will need. Thanks for your questions. I'm glad I can still help people with this post!langelahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17890043518879123806noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4861682310862793310.post-72825465819848374532017-04-20T06:20:13.984-07:002017-04-20T06:20:13.984-07:00Yes, it should feel like wax. In fact, that's ...Yes, it should feel like wax. In fact, that's usually my first test to see if it's done. Just give it the "zap" test and you will probably see that it's done. I'm not sure it can cook "too fast". Good luck and let me know how it goes!<br />langelahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17890043518879123806noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4861682310862793310.post-33052005807020705242017-04-20T06:09:12.905-07:002017-04-20T06:09:12.905-07:00Yes, Melanie, I use Crisco in all my soap. It'...Yes, Melanie, I use Crisco in all my soap. It's a cheaper alternative to other fats you could use.langelahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17890043518879123806noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4861682310862793310.post-32557472570021913472017-04-20T06:07:57.326-07:002017-04-20T06:07:57.326-07:00Yes, when it feels like wax it is done.Yes, when it feels like wax it is done.langelahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17890043518879123806noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4861682310862793310.post-20261179671572492402017-04-19T19:28:34.021-07:002017-04-19T19:28:34.021-07:00ALSO, IS CRISCO GREAT FOR SOAP? I SEE MANY FARMERS...ALSO, IS CRISCO GREAT FOR SOAP? I SEE MANY FARMERS AND FARMER'S WIVES USE CRISCO AND WOULD LOVE TO USE IT IN MY RECIPES IF ITS A NECESSARY ADDITION. THANKS AGAIN!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03995701960171370428noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4861682310862793310.post-41625482448939113482017-04-19T19:11:09.892-07:002017-04-19T19:11:09.892-07:00MY HP SOAP FEELS LIKE CANDLE WAX IS THIS NORMAL? T...MY HP SOAP FEELS LIKE CANDLE WAX IS THIS NORMAL? THANKS YOU ARE AWESOME!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03995701960171370428noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4861682310862793310.post-64189684869987702412017-04-19T19:09:38.562-07:002017-04-19T19:09:38.562-07:00HI IM SO HAPPY I JUST FOUND YOU! I FIRST STARTED M...HI IM SO HAPPY I JUST FOUND YOU! I FIRST STARTED MAKING SOAP CP BUT WANTED TO TRY HP TO SEE THE DIFFERENCE AND I LIKE THE CONTROL. BUT MY PROBLEM IS SHOULD SOAP FEEL LIKE CANDLE WAX? I SUSPECTED MY SMALL CROCK POT WAS COOKING IT TOO FAST ITS THE ONE WITH THE LOW AND HIGH FUNCTION BUT NO WARM SO I GOT A BETTER ONE. THANKS FOR BEING AWESOME, WE NEED SOAP MAMAS TO HELP US IT'S NO EASY JOB!!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03995701960171370428noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4861682310862793310.post-9422274234877269422017-03-14T05:08:59.368-07:002017-03-14T05:08:59.368-07:00I'm always impatient, too. That's the main...I'm always impatient, too. That's the main reason I like this method. Good luck and let me know how it works for you!langelahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17890043518879123806noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4861682310862793310.post-33486884088258457092017-03-13T22:44:50.127-07:002017-03-13T22:44:50.127-07:00Hello, so happy to find this post! Did my first co...Hello, so happy to find this post! Did my first cold process soap today and just discovered it needs a month to cure I'm way too impatient, and I really don't want to invest in a crock pot again as I've just given ours away :( I can't wait to try this tomorrow!!!!! Thank you for sharing.Gina Jouberthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00258135909432881515noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4861682310862793310.post-37871378235306619502017-02-08T10:54:12.534-08:002017-02-08T10:54:12.534-08:00Ach yes, men and boys and food...don't get in ...Ach yes, men and boys and food...don't get in the way of that!Athanasiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13005869307957326671noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4861682310862793310.post-68420968339923200352017-01-28T06:37:24.006-08:002017-01-28T06:37:24.006-08:00Another case in point. Just this morning the Boy a...Another case in point. Just this morning the Boy asked about our menu plan for next Christmas. He wanted to make sure I included extra of one of the dishes.<br />langelahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17890043518879123806noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4861682310862793310.post-7585821799190720382017-01-28T06:00:24.349-08:002017-01-28T06:00:24.349-08:00I think our water is pretty hard. We don't sof...I think our water is pretty hard. We don't soften it and I've not had any issues with my soaps. I'm not sure if you are talking about the water you use to make it or to use it, but you can use distilled, bottled water to make it.langelahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17890043518879123806noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4861682310862793310.post-41585843852942955212017-01-28T05:41:45.937-08:002017-01-28T05:41:45.937-08:00I'm glad you enjoyed it, Gordon! I've neve...I'm glad you enjoyed it, Gordon! I've never seen anyone so motivated by food as he is. When he started public school he was afraid of bullies because they would take his lunch money and then he couldn't eat.langelahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17890043518879123806noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4861682310862793310.post-59153701816872767682017-01-28T03:30:15.741-08:002017-01-28T03:30:15.741-08:00Thank you so much!!! Yes, I'll let you know ;-...Thank you so much!!! Yes, I'll let you know ;-) but only in March because I am currently on an exchange programme in Norway and only come back home in March. I'm just already planning the soaps I want to make after not being able to make soap for 7 months :)<br />And one more question: Do you know how hard your water is? I read that hard water can effect the effectiveness of shampoo bars.. And I live with the hardest water you can get...Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15513099513626988174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4861682310862793310.post-69606745195830883252017-01-28T02:46:32.215-08:002017-01-28T02:46:32.215-08:00This story put a smile on my face, your boy is a t...This story put a smile on my face, your boy is a typical man. Always thinking about food. There is only one thing we think about more and you will see that in a few years lol. Thanks for sharing this Langela Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4861682310862793310.post-47058870704903386182017-01-27T12:50:15.576-08:002017-01-27T12:50:15.576-08:00Yes, Fahrenheit. :)
Shampoo bar recipe
382g cocon...Yes, Fahrenheit. :) <br />Shampoo bar recipe<br />382g coconut oil<br />62g castor oil<br />25g cocoa butter<br />340g crisco<br />408g olive oil<br />123g rice bran oil<br /><br />Let me know what you think and how the process goes for you!langelahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17890043518879123806noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4861682310862793310.post-76396860237503944192017-01-27T12:11:36.698-08:002017-01-27T12:11:36.698-08:00Hi! I just found this post about hot process witho...Hi! I just found this post about hot process without a crock pot. I totally want to try it. Most HP tutorials use a crock pot but they are not very popular in Europe (I wouldn't even know where to buy one) so your tutorial sounds good :)<br />One IMPORTANT question: You are talking about 170 degrees Fahrenheit, right?<br />And can I ask about the recipe of the shampoo bar? Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15513099513626988174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4861682310862793310.post-19511442423045721412016-12-23T17:24:03.729-08:002016-12-23T17:24:03.729-08:00Yeah she loves the snow. I hope you have a great C...Yeah she loves the snow. I hope you have a great Christmas, too! :)langelahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17890043518879123806noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4861682310862793310.post-52943680669457614192016-12-23T17:21:19.367-08:002016-12-23T17:21:19.367-08:00You have to have a dog when you live on a farm, Go...You have to have a dog when you live on a farm, Gordon. Labs are wonderful. I like a short fur dog because I don't like to brush out burrs. :)langelahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17890043518879123806noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4861682310862793310.post-53615275365403644152016-12-23T09:38:19.465-08:002016-12-23T09:38:19.465-08:00I love looking at Christmas lights. We put ours u...I love looking at Christmas lights. We put ours up early just to add some sparkle to the too early dark nights. We use white on our house and wooodworking business. Our tenant asked if they could put lights up on their apartment and we said sure, as long as not blinking or such. They put up nice multi colored ones. We're in the country, like you. And I am glad your little house front is holding up...it is nicely decorated. Didn't you do Fall decor too, last year?Athanasiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13005869307957326671noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4861682310862793310.post-84208524928398002722016-12-23T09:34:22.970-08:002016-12-23T09:34:22.970-08:00Our dogs love the snow too. They like to pounce o...Our dogs love the snow too. They like to pounce on it. Merry Christmas and may all you other "presents" be waaaay better.Athanasiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13005869307957326671noreply@blogger.com