Thanks to Christine @ How Do I Make Soap for sharing her Marching Mummies with CraftGossip. Here are a few tips from Christine to help you on your way.

“These soap mummies are made using a mini person silicone mold. This is a great versatile soap mold that can be used to make mini soaps or as embeds in other soap creations. The key to success in making these little mummies is coating them with the soap string. Soap must not be to hot or the soap will spread, let your soap cool to about 120 degrees and work quickly. Also try working in smaller batches of six when stringing the mummies. This will assure your soap doesn’t seize up on you too quickly.” 

Oh!  and if you are new to this you  are probably wondering where you can go to buy everything to get started right?  Check out How Do I Make Soap’s Online Etsy Store “Lather & Lotions Soap Making Supplies” they have everything you need there. Lather and Lotions also offer many levels of soap making classes as well as other bath and body workshops in their Fort Wayne centre, you can explore that further by clicking  here

Ok You Will Need

Mini person silicone mold

5 drops  Black soap colorant

24 oz white melt and pour soap base

1 oz fragrance oil of your choice  

Fork

Toothpicks

Small spritzer bottle with alcohol

To see what to do next click here  for step by step directions. On that note and in the words of Christine herself………… Happy Soaping!

All of Back Porch Soaps hands-on, natural skincare and soap making classes are taught by Marla Bosworth , president and founder of Back Porch Soap Company. She brings 30 years experience in retail, marketing and market research (13 years experience in the handmade bath and body industry, specifically). During the past 10 years she has taught thousands of students worldwide how to make soap, start a soap business, and formulate skincare products. Here’s what some of the students have said about her classes:

“I really enjoyed the Bath & Body Business Boot Camp. The information Marla gave was excellent. I am excited about the new levels of my Bath & Body Business.” –Ronisha F.

“This boot camp was well worth the investment. Marla was extremely knowledgeable and organized. The biggest benefit (other than the valuable information) was to have the focus on bath and body. All of the questions were relevant. It was also great to meet other women and develop relationships with them.” –Carla M.

“Marla is awesome! Inspiring and motivational. She is so business savy! She gave me so much information and clarified any questions I had. Marla is a wonderful instructor and an overall great business leader. Thanks Marla!” –Anonymous

“This is the most ‘user’ friendly workshop I’ve ever attended. Everyone was so nice and helpful. Marla is so knowledgable and is a wonderful instructor!!! I thoroughly enjoyed this experience and I’ve learned a lot! Thank you so much.” –Anonymous

“I loved Marla and think she did an excellent job. She covered a lot in a short period and was very easy to communicate with.” –Janice

Crafty types on the East Coast who want to learn to make their own organic and natural skincare products should check out Back Porch Soap Company’s Classes. Held on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, students can choose from liquid soapmaking, bar soaps, anti-aging products and even body butters. Company owner Marla Bosworth also teaches in her home state of Massachusetts and if you don’t feel like travelling, check out the DVDs and learn from home.

They will have Peppermint Patty bars using essential oils of peppermint and chocolate and cocoa butter, Green Tea using essential oils, botanical extracts and grape seed oil, Oatmeal Honey which is fabulous as a facial cleanser/moisturizer and gentle enough for baby, and more.

The fragrance for the demo is a surprise! Soap Sale – Get 3 soaps for $18. Each long lasting bar is a full 6-8 oz. Bring your friends, your family and your credit card for some retail therapy at The HodgePodgery Local Artisan Shop!

HANDMADE NATURAL LOTION MAKING CLASS
Saturday, February 13, 2010 @ 10 am – 1 pm
364 Glenwood Avenue, 3rd FLR, East Orange, NJ
REGISTER NOW!

COLD PROCESS SOAPMAKING CLASS
Sunday, February 14, 2010 @ 10 am – 2 pm
364 Glenwood Avenue, 3rd FLR, East Orange, NJ
REGISTER NOW!

Mark your calender and be sure to register for one of the following upcoming classes or workshops. Visit Handmade Soap Coach for a complete listing of available classes.

Interested in having the Handmade Soap Coach at your organization? Looking for an activity for your next Ladies Night? Request more information to coach@handmadesoapcoach.com.

FEATURED EVENT: Saturday, February 20, 2010 – Pooka Girl Soap Mania Workshop – Choose from one of three sessions; 10am – 12 noon, 1 – 3pm or 4 – 6pm. To register and for more information visit Pooka Girl.