Until around 1916, making soap at home was commonplace. Using wood or plant ashes and leftover animal fats, families produced their own soap for cleaning their clothes and themselves. During World War ...

Soapmaking can be easy if you follow these instructions. Making soap is yet another down-home pursuit that allows you to feel good inside because you get to recycle and create at the same time. It’s ...

In need of a holiday gift idea? These homemade soap recipes give off an amazing aroma and are inexpensive to make in bulk. 1 pound Shea Butter Soap Base 2 tablespoons pumpkin pie spice Red and yellow ...

In my “ Guide to Natural Herbal Soap Making,” I have good, clear directions for the novice soap maker. I thought that if I created a reliable, versatile recipe using materials people can find close to ...

Looking for a handmade holiday project that’s both fun and useful? These adorable holiday wreath soaps are the answer. This homemade soap recipe is made with pour soap base and simple silicone molds, ...

Is your bathroom cluttered with nearly empty bottles of body wash and other toiletries? Do you have that one lonely bar of soap that has been sitting on the shelf in your shower for so long that it is ...

SALT LAKE CITY — Laundry is one of those facts of life you just can't avoid. And like everything else, it's getting more expensive as the detergents we buy to keep our clothes clean keep going up in ...