Continuous Wicking

Candle making is great fun. But threading that wick through the hole is NOT! Call me slow - I had heard about this some time back but not tried it until recently.
When you wick a candle, leave a metre or 2 hanging out the hole instead of trimming it.
Now pour your candle as usual, and wait for it to cool completely.
As the candle is removed from the mould just watch the wick move through, getting ready for another one without the threading! it's such a bonus and makes the job so much faster and enjoyable. Give it a go!

soap making the easy way

Good to my word, here is the most simple soap project ever. Working with a base is safe and guaranteed to work. There's no nasty caustic soda and thermometers and protective gear oh NO! None of that. Just as it says, we do it with 'melt and pour' soap. It's very rewarding to get a great result first up, with a no fail soap. This soap is soft and lush, with a hint of fragrance and honey, such luxury!
I suggest the microwave be used at 80% first minute then reduced to about 50% checking at short intervals until the melting is almost complete - the rest will melt while you stir in the beeswax, essential oil and honey.
You could try other variations, using herbs and spices for example.
Then it's ready to pour - select your moulds. They can be commercially produced as those on our site or any containers from the kitchen.
If you need any help give me a call, see contact details soapmaking.com.au

Why would you?

Satisfaction is in the doing. The 'I made it' feeling with a grin all over your face! Even though I have made soap and candles my business, I gain great satisfaction from making a new batch, preparing some new ideas for exhibitions and testing new products.
My family kinda think 'nuts' when I show them a new candle, 'so what's new mum?' and I have to explain that this was play time and it is still fun to make a candle and burn it through the evening.
So, I would love to teach you how to make a candle, and also some sweet little soaps. I promise you it's addictive.
personally I would recommend you start with the simplest moulding and move through the levels of difficulty:
melt and pour soap
container soy wax candle
small pillar candle using ready to use wax mix or natural soy (be sure it is for pillars)

With this list you are led through melting, pouring, wicking in the simplest order possible. I will provide you with info on a 'need to know' basis and not clutter the airwaves with too much too fast.
are you ready to make a soap? watch for the next post...