The natural soapmaking book for beginners : do-it-yourself soaps using all-natural herbs, spices, and essential oils / Kelly Cable ; photography by Paige Green. [a]

By:

Cable, Kelly [author.]

Contributor(s):

Green, Paige [photographer.]

Material type: Text

text

Media type:

unmediated

Carrier type:

volume

ISBN:

9781939754035
1939754038

Subject(s):

Soap

Summary: The Natural Soap Making Book for Beginners will show you how to make your own soaps without artificial dyes and chemicals.

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Item type	Current library	Collection	Shelving location	Call number	Status	Notes	Date due	Barcode	Item holds
Adult Book	Phillipsburg Free Public Library	YA Non-Fiction	Teen Spot	YA 668.12 CAB	In-Process	pap ed.		36748002568972

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Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:

Unleash your creativity by making your own all-natural soap

Making soap with all-natural ingredients lets you express your creative side while reducing chemicals in your cleansing routine, but where do you begin? This helpful resource for entry-level soap makers will demystify the process and show you how to bring nature and your own unique style into your everyday soaps. And it makes a great present for birthdays, Father's Day, and beyond!

Dive into a new hobby that's equal parts artistic and scientific with:

Soap making basics--Learn all you need to know before making your first batch of soap, like the science behind what happens when you combine ingredients, helpful soap making terminology, and lists of all the supplies you'll need (including lye). This section also provides instructions for using natural colors and scents to make your soaps look and smell beautiful. Step-by-step tutorials--Dive into cold-process soap making and unlock your artistic abilities using simple guides for mixing, melting, and pouring, as well as instructions for creating silky smooth, layered, and embossed soaps. 55+ all-natural soap recipes--This book will teach you to make a variety of soaps infused with natural herbs, oils, and milks, including a creamy Gentle Baby Soap, an antioxidant-rich Avocado and Shea Face Bar with Aloe, and a nourishing Goat Milk and Honey Shampoo Bar.

Master the basic techniques you need to create luxurious soap and body care products with The Natural Soapmaking Book for Beginners.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

The Natural Soap Making Book for Beginners will show you how to make your own soaps without artificial dyes and chemicals.

Table of contents provided by Syndetics

Introduction (p. viii)
Understanding Natural Soapmaking (p. 3)
Part 1 Your Soapmaking Primer
Garnering Supplies (p. 9)
Base Carrier Oils (p. 17)
Natural Additives, Colorants & Scents (p. 25)
Part 2 Techniques & Tutorials
Cold-Process Soapmaking (p. 41)
Decorative Techniques (p. 57)
The Basics (p. 73)
Specialty Bars (p. 90)
Part 3 The Recipes
Get Creative (p. 155)
Something Seasonal (p. 169)
Designing Recipes, Wrapping Soaps & More (p. 187)
Measurement Conversions (p. 195)
Resources and Supplies (p. 196)
References (p. 197)
Recipe Index by Label (p. 198)
Index (p. 200)