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T I P : Up the gift-worthy wowwith stamp-embossed designs.

Simply place the stamp face-up in the mold before pouring in soap.

Get the step-by-step scoop on making soaps from scratch

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A R O M A L O V E LYWhen Tuesday calls for a tango with the lap of luxury, here’s one way to say yes to the queen treatment: homemade aromatherapy. We suggest a shea butter base and lavender-bud add-ins (they’re sold ready to go) for maximum relaxation.

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Easy gift idea: Use our loaf mold to make a large

soap brick—this one features mint-leaf inclusions.

Then use straight or wavy soap cutters to cut bars to size!

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T I P : Add pops of color

using our soap dyes!

F R E S H I N F L O R A L SSuspended petals in clear soap make a gorgeously serene statement. Start by filling a rectangular mold until half full, place in greens or florals, and let dry slightly. Then fill mold to the top.

O AT S L A L AIf silky-smooth skin is your goal, look no further: Oats

and shea butter offer loads of moisturizing properties.

We used an embossing mold for this shape,

but we kept the look simple by skipping

the stamp.

Z E S T O F L U C KWhen you add lime and sea salt, homemade soap packs a tangy—and exfoliating—punch. We poured olive oil soap into molds in small increments, sprinkling chunks of salt between each layer. And we finished with a thick layer of zest!

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T H E P E E L D E A LOrange peel is known for its mood-boosting scent and antibacterial properties—so it’s a well-suited star of this DIY suds show. Add bits of ready-to-go peel (sold with soap supplies) throughout the bar and in a heavy layer on the bottom.

WA K E - U P C A L LPerk up your morning routine with these caffeine happies! (Psst: Coffee grounds are great for sensitive skin types.) Shapes: Place cookie cutter on parchment paper for a makeshift mold. Soap on a rope: Stand straws in soap batter to create holes.

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S U P P L I E S

• Soap base

• Inclusions

• Fragrance/essential oil

D I Y T O D I E F O RReady to put all this inspiration to good use? We'll walk you through 5 easy steps for making a stamp-embossed bar of loveliness.

• Embossing soap stamps

• Soap molds

• Measuring cup

• Craft knife

T I P : If you want to dye your soap, add a few drops of color

during step 2.

DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO COMPLETE PROJECTS ALONE. ADULT SUPERVISION REQUIRED.

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S T E P 1 : Break soap into small pieces, and melt according to manufacturer’s instructions.

S T E P 2 : Add desired amount of fragrance or essential oil into soap batter.

S T E P 3 : Place embossing stamp face-up in soap mold, and pour in soap batter as shown.

S T E P 4 : Sprinkle inclusions (we used lavender) into soap before it dries completely.

S T E P 5 : Use craft knife to trim edges, and enjoy a slice of homemade-soap bliss.