melharma Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 http://www.etsy.com/listing/83974499/ginger-creme-handmade-vegan-soapI was looking thru etsy today and saw this soap made out of melt and pour, and Im just wondering how you would do a soap like this with uneven lines. I have only done layered melt and pour with clean even lines. I'm thinking that you pour when the soap is still hot? But do you pour right away or do you wait until it gets a film over the first layer? Any tips would be appreciated, I'm not trying to copy this soap just learn another technique. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlwaysWondering Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 Make it in a loaf and use a crinckel cutter soap cutting blade in a soap cutting box. I plan to use an inexpensive miter box which I picked up at Home Depot but I did order the cutting blade from Brambleberry.http://www.brambleberry.com/Crinkle-Cutter-P3792.aspx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candybee Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 (edited) I think she is referring to the wave like layers and not the crinkle cut.It reminds me of a 'wave' candle technique where you let each layer cool a bit. Then you press the wax and it bulges out creating a wavy look. Works fantastic with wax.Wondering if this is a similar technique. If so, try letting the first layer cool down enough you can press on it to create a bulge. You may even want to include setting your mold at an angle too. Let us know how it works out if you try it.Another technique may be to rock the layer back and forth. Edited January 9, 2012 by Candybee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ravens Posted January 10, 2012 Share Posted January 10, 2012 If you send your question and the link to Bramble Berry, they will give you an idea (and possibly directions) on how to create that look. BB customer service is great and I always receive an answer to my questions/predicament within 24 hours. hth :smiley2: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlwaysWondering Posted January 10, 2012 Share Posted January 10, 2012 I think she is referring to the wave like layers and not the crinkle cut.It reminds me of a 'wave' candle technique where you let each layer cool a bit. Then you press the wax and it bulges out creating a wavy look. Works fantastic with wax.Wondering if this is a similar technique. If so, try letting the first layer cool down enough you can press on it to create a bulge. You may even want to include setting your mold at an angle too. Let us know how it works out if you try it.Another technique may be to rock the layer back and forth. Oops. I'm over enthusiastic soap newbie. I think I'll stick to asking questions instead of answering questions Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melharma Posted January 10, 2012 Author Share Posted January 10, 2012 I think she is referring to the wave like layers and not the crinkle cut.It reminds me of a 'wave' candle technique where you let each layer cool a bit. Then you press the wax and it bulges out creating a wavy look. Works fantastic with wax.Wondering if this is a similar technique. If so, try letting the first layer cool down enough you can press on it to create a bulge. You may even want to include setting your mold at an angle too. Let us know how it works out if you try it.Another technique may be to rock the layer back and forth.Yes, thanks I was talking about the waves in the soap, I guess next time I'll be more specific But I appreciate your response AlwaysWondering! I'm going to try letting it cool and molding it down, thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candybee Posted January 10, 2012 Share Posted January 10, 2012 Do try Ravens suggestion and visit the Soap Queen at Bramble Berry. She has some great soap making videos on different techniques to make all kinds of soap.Alwayswondering - don't be afraid to offer comments and suggestions. Everyone is learning here and if we reserve what we think or feel others may not learn from your wisdom. :smiley2: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melharma Posted January 10, 2012 Author Share Posted January 10, 2012 Do try Ravens suggestion and visit the Soap Queen at Bramble Berry. She has some great soap making videos on different techniques to make all kinds of soap. I just sent them a message, I'll let you guys know!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kitn Posted January 10, 2012 Share Posted January 10, 2012 you pour your first color with something under 1 side of the mold to tilt it, wait a little bit until it forms a skin and pour the next color. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candybee Posted January 10, 2012 Share Posted January 10, 2012 That will make a tited layer but the one pictured is definitely wavy. Looks to me like something more than tilting is done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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