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Smart Soapmaking

Average Reader Review: (61 customer reviews)

A Simple Guide to Making Traditional Handmade Soap Quickly, Safely, and Reliably, or How to Make Luxurious Handcrafted Soaps for Family, Friends, and Yourself.

"Smart Soapmaking" is really a great book especially for one that has decided to roll up their sleeves and try some soap making for the very first time. One can consider “Simple soap making” written by Anne L Watson who use to be a professional soap maker, a good road map for anyone starting soap making. I started out without this book and trust me, I have made countless mistakes and I wish that I had this book back then.   

Anne was able to explain the steps and basic tools in soap making really well in her book and it helps alleviate any fears that you may have as a beginner.

Here are some feedback from readers:

“Should become THE book for soapmaking. . . . It's about time someone wrote a book like this. Most are idealistic and inaccurate. This book has a wonderful common sense approach that is SO long overdue. . . . I can recommend it with 100% confidence."—Susan Kennedy, Oregon Trail Soaps, Rogue River, Oregon

“A great book for beginners, with clear and easy instructions."—Anne-Marie Faiola, Bramble Berry Inc., Bellingham, Washington

“I learned more from Smart Soapmaking than from any other soaping book, and I have read quite a few. . . . It's written with the average person in mind, not a chemistry major. Directions are very simple and easy to understand. It really takes the mystery out of making soap."—Jackie Pack, Stuart, Virginia

“Way overdue. . . . A gift of common sense caution, proven methods, tried-and-true shortcuts, and some excellent recipes as well, for both the professional/experienced soapmaker and the eager beginner."—Deb Petersen, Shepherd's Soap Co., Shelton, Washington

No matter which of these fits you, you'll find "Smart Soapmaking" practical, helpful, and refreshing. this book explodes the myths about soapmaking and shows you how to make luxurious soap with the least fuss and bother.

Table of Contents

·  A Few First Thoughts

Superstitions Galore!
(Myths About Soap and Soapmaking)

What Is Soap, Anyway?
(What It Is and What Goes Into It)

What Do I Use to Make It?
(Gathering the Equipment You Need)

Step-by-Step Soapmaking
(From Prep to Cleanup and Beyond)

More Recipes!
(Different Soaps You Can Try)

Designing Your Own
(How to Create Great Recipes)

Getting Your Soap in Shape
(How to Choose or Make a Mold)

Wrapping It Up
(Lovely Packaging for Your Soap)

Why? Why? Why?
(Frequently Asked Questions)

A Few Final Thoughts

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