I have been wanting to get more crafty and DIY stuff up on the blog but I need it to be easy to do and something practical as well. I looked at a few things and I have some more really great ideas coming but I did decide that melt and pour soap seemed simple enough to do and the cost was not very much to start. I already had quite a few things in my house like the essential oils so I only had to buy the soap base.
I chose to buy the melt and pour soap base mostly because I am kind of leery when it comes to working with chemicals I don’t really know much about and making soap the other way required lye (which I am not comfortable using). I also liked the melt and pour soap bases as it was fun to have my daughter help me make the soap as well. I also love that I can do so many different things with just one base.
This one I chose to do lavender in a shea butter base but I also did goats milk, lavender and oatmeal (coming soon) and I am also planning a vanilla one soon too as it’s my favourite scent. I chose lavender also for it’s calming properties and I love the smell. These could also make great gifts for anyone. I think my boys’ teachers would love these as a gift for the end of the year.
Materials Needed
1 pound Shea Butter Melt and Pour Soap Base (I used this one which is 2 pounds)
1/2 cup dried lavender flowers (I purchased from a company close to my house)
5 drops lavender essential oil
6 drops of purple soap dye – optional (you can add more depending on the colour you are trying to achieve)
soap molds
Instructions
Cut the shea butter soap base into small squares (out of the pound I used I had about 12 squares) and place them into a microwave-safe dish. Microwave on high for 30 seconds, stir and keep heating in the microwave in 10-second increments until the entire soap base is liquid and smooth (no lumps).
Stir in the lavender flowers, essential oil and colouring (if using). Once the mixture is completely mixed, pour into your desired mold shapes. Let sit for 40 minutes to an hour to harden. Pop them out and you have wonderful handmade soap that only takes about 10 minutes to make.
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jessica says
this sounds like so much fun to make and i just LOVE the 100% hand made stamp!
Heather Kraus says
My daughter wants to make her own soap. She’s going to have to check this out.
Heather says
I love home made soap, especially when it smells delicious. 🙂 My mom likes the melt and pour best too.
Jessica Taylor says
These would make great baby shower gifts! Seriously! I have been looking for something to hand out as parting gifts and these are super cute!
Sarah Althouse says
If you knew me you would know I LOVE beauty DIYs. I’ve never tried anything like this
Shannon says
I’ve never thought of making my own soap before but this seems quite simple and the results are beautiful so I might give it a go sometime!
Merryl says
These are so cute! I’ve always wanted to make my own soaps, they’ll be great as gifts. Thanks for sharing, I’m going to pin and save for use 🙂
Melanie, MS, RD (@nutritiouseats) says
These are awesome! I might have to try this- great gifts too!
Amber says
I would love this soap! I’ve always been a fan of handmade soap. I know this one would smell amazing!
jayhall896757919 says
These sound so nice, and I am sure it smells amazing! I need to make some, thanks for the inspiration!
Jennifer Maune (@jennifer_maune) says
This sounds more simple than I thought it would be. This would make an awesome Valentine’s Day gift!
My Dee Dee's Diary says
This sounds super simple and yet so awesome. I would love to try it out.
miljance93mommysup says
I would love to make it once I get more free time! 🙂
Erin Kay says
Love me so lavender and you make this look so easy, I could actually do it!! Thank you.
cristinaleau says
I really like lavender. I like it’s smell, I like it’s flavor and it’s color. My favorite of those is the round one that has written 100% hand made. is that a stamp you put on the soap, or that’s how the mold is?
Jessica says
That was how the mold came and I love it too!
emmanuel damian says
This Homemade Shea Butter Lavender Soap seems very easy to do. I would love to try it at home.
Aliza says
I have always wanted to try making soap, especially around different holidays because it would make such a great gift! Love how you tied it up with the twine, so cute!
AnnMarie John says
I’m sure this is really lovely to use especially if you have dry skin. I think it’s awesome that you’re sharing how this is made. It’s a great gift idea for loved ones!
Lisa says
Hmm I think I’ll try and make these for my mother in law’s birthday coming up! Homemade with love and useful as well!
Ruth I. says
Wow, this is a unique gift idea. It can be personalized and crafty. Thanks for sharing!
The Motivated Mom says
Ooohhh lavender! What a great idea to make your own soap. It is a great gift idea.
lavandamichelle says
I think this is super cool! I’s love if someone gave me this type of gift, the fact that it is handmade it awesome. I love lavender, thanks for sharing.
annerbananer1 says
I’ve never made my own soap but this sounds like a fun family activity. I love using goat’s milk soap so I’m excited to read about that recipe later!
Angela Ricardo Bethea says
This sounds a really wonderful hobby to have. I’d love to mix and match different scents and flavors if I’ll try this too.
Lauren Sheriff says
I’m so trying this! What a great idea!
Lauren
Silvia Martinez (@mamalatina) says
Is that easy? I love homemade soaps but I usually buy them from a local business. Maybe I need to give it a try.
Joanie Zisk (@OneDishKitchen) says
What a lovely gift to give someone. I’ve always wanted to make my own soap, thanks for sharing!
Kiwi says
Shea is one of my favorite butters. I love the recipe I will be doing my own soon.
hellomoonies says
Oooh! That looks so lovely, and I BET it smells delightful!
Amila Wickramarachchi says
I love these soaps.Looks very cute and I am sure these soaps are with good fragrance too.Glad to know such a recipe for making homemade soaps.
Aishwarya Shenolikar says
This is such an innovative idea! I have never known how you could make soap at home & I’m sure this smells amazing!! 🙂
Karen Evans says
This would make a great gift for someone special. Thank You 🙂
Robin says
Sooo pretty and luv your mold choices! Where did you ever find them. Lovely share. Robin Calif.
kathy downey says
I love home made soap and I would love to try !
Jessica says
It is sooo easy and it smells wonderful!