Guest Post: Overcoming Soapmaking Fears
Soapmaking 101 with the Soap Queen
All the fundamentals of making cold process soap from scratch with lye and oil; make all natural sustainable soap from scratch for yourself of start a side hustle selling soap.
Anne-Marie Faiola
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Guest Post: Overcoming Soapmaking Fears

E99 • Mar 22, 2025 • 6 mins

In episode 99 of Soapmaking 101 with the Soap Queen, Anne-Marie Faiola shares insights from her early soapmaking experiences, providing a personal touch to the art of crafting soap. The episode kicks off with Anne-Marie recounting her initial ventures into soapmaking and the lessons learned from experimenting with hot processing techniques. She discusses the growth of her soapmaking journey and offers valuable resources for newcomers to the craft. Anne-Marie emphasizes the importance of keeping a soapmaking journal to track progress and refine techniques. The episode wraps up with expressions of gratitude and a sponsor mention for BrambleBerry.com, offering listeners both inspiration and practical advice.

Key Points

  • Using a stick blender is crucial for achieving proper trace and saving time during the soapmaking process.
  • Soapmaking is highly forgiving, and most mistakes can be corrected by rebatching or adjusting techniques.
  • Keeping a detailed journal of your soapmaking process helps you understand and control the variables that affect your final product.
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