Soap Making for Beginners

Learn simple methods for making soap—right in your own kitchen! Making soaps and other bath and body products is hugely popular because it's fun, creative, and easy, even for beginners.

Adapted from The Complete Photo Guide to Soap Making by expert soap maker, teacher, and author David Fisher, Soap Making for Beginners is your simple, step-by-step guide to creating a variety of different types of soap.

This user-friendly book starts with a thorough overview of the necessary ingredients, tools, and safety requirements. In each subsequent chapter, which focuses on a specific method of soap making, you'll find detailed instructions supported by dozens of full-colour photos that cover:

The basic process

Decorative techniques

Recipes

Tips and troubleshooting

Soap Making for Beginners gives you everything you need to create beautiful custom soaps for yourself, gifts for your friends and family—and maybe even unique products for customers.