tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15599377.post5495362730874793119..comments2024-03-25T13:23:26.257-05:00Comments on homespun living: blender soapmaking updatehomespun livinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07520148530306239072noreply@blogger.comBlogger27125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15599377.post-58127286521692675542012-04-16T14:00:46.426-05:002012-04-16T14:00:46.426-05:00Hi Jo,
Yes, the lye {and it has to be 100% pure ly...Hi Jo,<br />Yes, the lye {and it has to be 100% pure lye} is a drain opener--I find mine at a local hardware store.<br />Thanks for the kind words!! ...Debhomespun livinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07520148530306239072noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15599377.post-19338696186169766612012-04-16T13:59:23.044-05:002012-04-16T13:59:23.044-05:00I use a separate blender for soapmaking, since I h...I use a separate blender for soapmaking, since I have an old one. As I mentioned in a reply above, I have read from other soapmakers that steel and glass, when cleaned well, can serve a dual purpose. I'm hoping an experienced soapmaker will comment on this...Debhomespun livinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07520148530306239072noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15599377.post-6396031425942683392012-04-16T13:58:29.387-05:002012-04-16T13:58:29.387-05:00You're welcome Vicki--thanks for the visit...D...You're welcome Vicki--thanks for the visit...Debhomespun livinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07520148530306239072noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15599377.post-47502802242746311932012-04-16T13:57:47.858-05:002012-04-16T13:57:47.858-05:00Hi Sandie,
I believe any solid vegetable shortenin...Hi Sandie,<br />I believe any solid vegetable shortening would work. I'm not familiar with what is available in the UK...Debhomespun livinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07520148530306239072noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15599377.post-77071294662720478562012-04-16T13:55:57.023-05:002012-04-16T13:55:57.023-05:00Joyful,
I use a separate blender for soapmaking, s...Joyful,<br />I use a separate blender for soapmaking, since I have old one. As I mentioned in a reply above, I have read from other soapmakers that steel and glass, when cleaned well, can serve a dual purpose. I'm hoping an experienced soapmaker will comment on this...Debhomespun livinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07520148530306239072noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15599377.post-9145113247627840212012-04-16T13:53:34.978-05:002012-04-16T13:53:34.978-05:00Debbie,
Right, from what I understand, the oils &a...Debbie,<br />Right, from what I understand, the oils & solids are measured in weight and the water by volume--that's what I did with mine. Best wishes with it...Debhomespun livinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07520148530306239072noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15599377.post-15311816767889217572012-04-16T13:51:58.276-05:002012-04-16T13:51:58.276-05:00You're welcome--thanks for the visit! ...Deb...You're welcome--thanks for the visit! ...Debhomespun livinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07520148530306239072noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15599377.post-3044028829552684322012-04-16T13:51:33.121-05:002012-04-16T13:51:33.121-05:00Thanks for the advice Elizabeth. Now that I am us...Thanks for the advice Elizabeth. Now that I am using the soap, I do notice a nice smell when it lathers up...Debhomespun livinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07520148530306239072noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15599377.post-266603272001285502012-04-16T13:50:27.894-05:002012-04-16T13:50:27.894-05:00Thanks Karen, so glad you stopped by!...DebThanks Karen, so glad you stopped by!...Debhomespun livinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07520148530306239072noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15599377.post-57136239054484129802012-04-16T13:50:01.220-05:002012-04-16T13:50:01.220-05:00Hi Clare,
Not a stupid question at all. From what...Hi Clare,<br />Not a stupid question at all. From what I have read, steel and glass utensils, if carefully cleaned, are safe to use for dual purposes. Since we've acquired a Vita-mix, I'm using my old blender just for soapmaking, so I can't speak on personal experience. If any soap makers out there would like to add any advice, please do ...Debhomespun livinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07520148530306239072noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15599377.post-87870687325859651652012-04-16T13:45:43.186-05:002012-04-16T13:45:43.186-05:00Karen, I hope you have good results with the blend...Karen, I hope you have good results with the blender soap. I was never very satisfied with my soap making before--this method has given me incentive to make more...Debhomespun livinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07520148530306239072noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15599377.post-31637670782117754912012-04-16T13:43:11.778-05:002012-04-16T13:43:11.778-05:00Thanks for the visit Lydia and the kind words. Be...Thanks for the visit Lydia and the kind words. Best wishes with all your 'get ready for winter' chores...Debhomespun livinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07520148530306239072noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15599377.post-20028764790978955302012-04-16T13:41:50.482-05:002012-04-16T13:41:50.482-05:00Aww, thank you Joyce! ...DebAww, thank you Joyce! ...Debhomespun livinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07520148530306239072noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15599377.post-78722522779008259622012-04-11T19:29:50.472-05:002012-04-11T19:29:50.472-05:00Hi Deb,
This looks so neat. I have always wanted ...Hi Deb,<br /><br />This looks so neat. I have always wanted to try making soap but have always been afraid of the lye. You always inspire me to try new things! <br /><br />I have a question. I looked back to you soap link and the picture shows "Household 100% lye drain opener". Is that what lye is? I assume that you find it in the drain opener section? <br />I know this is a silly question but it doesn't burn once it is made into soap? <br /><br />Have I told you how much I love your blog. You are an encourager and such and example of a great homemaker.<br /><br />JoAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15599377.post-31282821428497981452012-04-11T16:35:16.320-05:002012-04-11T16:35:16.320-05:00My sister and I have been wanting to try making ou...My sister and I have been wanting to try making our own soap, this looks like it would be a good one to try!Ruby and Arthurhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04366245575101400362noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15599377.post-73122064183539753192012-04-11T16:16:35.023-05:002012-04-11T16:16:35.023-05:00I had the same question about using the blender fo...I had the same question about using the blender for food after the lye is in it? Thanks- it sounds fun to try! AngelaAngelahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16170218700397945765noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15599377.post-33664539063037705882012-04-11T09:25:07.663-05:002012-04-11T09:25:07.663-05:00Thanks for being our GH tester!! I started making...Thanks for being our GH tester!! I started making a dry laundry soap last year and there is something very satisfying about making it and using it. The tea towel is a treasure - I'd have to frame it I think!Vicki K.https://www.blogger.com/profile/08663434879488076171noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15599377.post-34296509514962147292012-04-11T02:48:47.038-05:002012-04-11T02:48:47.038-05:00I am wondering what the UK equivalent of Crisco wo...I am wondering what the UK equivalent of Crisco would be?<br /><br />Sandie<br />Dancing on a Blade of GrassAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15599377.post-14441974387805824612012-04-10T21:47:27.395-05:002012-04-10T21:47:27.395-05:00This looks gr8! I've been wanting to make bar ...This looks gr8! I've been wanting to make bar soap for a long while but haven't tried it yet. This looks like something I could do but I imagine I'd need to get a separate blender for soapmaking.Joyfulhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09956413632864588646noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15599377.post-50461126974748098672012-04-10T21:35:07.651-05:002012-04-10T21:35:07.651-05:00Hi Deb,
I assume all the solids are measured in w...Hi Deb,<br /><br />I assume all the solids are measured in weight and the distilled water measured as a liquid, correct? or am I wrong. I really wish to try this as it make a small batch but I want to make sure of the measurements. Thanks! Love the pictures.Debbiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08919793216222224648noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15599377.post-54245962115258166412012-04-10T20:13:37.684-05:002012-04-10T20:13:37.684-05:00Thanks for this follow-up post, Deb. I have filed ...Thanks for this follow-up post, Deb. I have filed these posts as I plan to make this very soon. Your notes and experiences are such a help! Thank you for sharing,<br />And I just love your tea towel and it's sweet saying. Isn't that wonderful?seashoreknitshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07313444169419481891noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15599377.post-56095501741058896352012-04-10T18:41:02.428-05:002012-04-10T18:41:02.428-05:00Deb, you always need a lot of essential oil to mak...Deb, you always need a lot of essential oil to make it noticeable. I make 3 lb batches and I generally use 1+ oz. Also the surface scent will fade faster with some oils then others but you can still smell it when you use it.Elizabethhttp://kittycafe.typepad.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15599377.post-65206948449367679292012-04-10T17:56:04.873-05:002012-04-10T17:56:04.873-05:00This looks easy and fun, I might try it. I love yo...This looks easy and fun, I might try it. I love your soap stand and the crocheted flower 'scrubby'. Good idea to keep all of your supplies in the hoover cabinet. I have the Betty Crocker 'Good and Easy' cookbook and use it for my beef stew and spaghetti sauce recipes. I learned to cook using that sweet little cookbook and found one for each of my children when they moved out on their own! Love your photos! xxKaren @ Beatrice Euphemiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08631972741518142563noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15599377.post-8250979225061465182012-04-10T17:37:44.189-05:002012-04-10T17:37:44.189-05:00Sorry if this is a stupid question, but is it safe...Sorry if this is a stupid question, but is it safe to use the blender for food purposes after making soap or do you have a blender dedicated solely to soapmaking. Thanks. This sounds very interesting and not too difficult.Clarenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15599377.post-29239520764590395332012-04-10T16:57:21.691-05:002012-04-10T16:57:21.691-05:00Thanks Deb for your little notes and tid bits. I ...Thanks Deb for your little notes and tid bits. I make soap also but is a much bigger batch. Just make it for fun and to give as gifts. This looks fun and easy so am going to give it a try.<br />KarenKaren A.noreply@blogger.com