Dollar Store Soapmaking Equipment + Supplies | Soaping101

What to and what not to look for when shopping at the dollar store for soaping supplies.
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[@chandrawhite7904]

I love the “what not to buy” list as much as the “what to buy”. Thanks!

[@purplerosegoldheart]

i needed this. i was just complaining today that I don't have enough money to buy the tools i need to start making soaps. And voila! problem solved! thank you!!

[@georgeannepanos8132]

me too...how's it go?

[@paulorientetheluffaranch]

Thanks so much for the video! If you are searching for a luffa sponge supplier, we grow them commercially in the USA. Many soapmakers like to put them inside the bars of soap for an exfoliating bar. They are the softest luffa you'll ever feel.

[@NarcissusGirl]

I really love all of your tutorial videos. I feel more confident and informed in making soaps now and it's all thanks to you. GOD bless you always for being so generous in sharing your wisdom and knowledge to others.

[@angelzie]

I love the mixing bowls from the dollar store. They are durable and easy to clean.

[@Taleda777]

I use nearly all of these items and have safely for years. I also use the cute large plastic baskets with handles for quick reach items, I put all my spatulas spoons scoops etc in a plastic wash tub, their plastic container section is great for so many things. I love the big scoops of bright colors for my butters. Great post and thanks for including the Not To Use portion!

[@ShebasSecretsBathTreats]

I love the Dollar Store for many items especially those spatulas. But those handled bowls are too flexible unless making very small, light weight batches. We have had the handle break in the middle of a pour and that wasn't fun (or safe). Thanks for sharing! Love your videos.

[@sparkymahoney4343]

For sprinkling mica lines you can also get a cheap pair of panty hose from the dollar store for a buck. Cut out a circle and stretch it across the mica jar and affix it with a rubber band. Then similar to Kool and the Gang....shake shake shake, shake shake shake, shake your mica....

[@georgeannepanos8132]

that's a great idea...

[@samlsd9711]

lol good Idea

[@aliciapayton487]

Thank you. I just loaded up on dollar store stuff from your dollar store soap video! I found some great drawer organizers for molds and two of them hold a 5lb batch. They have unmolded really well and make for great short and fat bars of soap. I love them. This stuff is great for people starting out and those of us on a tight budget.

[@marilyna77535]

Agree! Love the drawer organizers. I just spray with Pam. No lining needed.

[@Lilahblossom]

I use the handled bowls all the time. Thankyou for another great tut Cathy!!

[@debjohansen7867]

I'm just beginning soap making and supplies can be very expensive, so this was great information for me. Liked and subscribed. Thank you!

[@soaping101]

Glad it was helpful!

[@veronicawilliams2612]

I will be making that trip soon cause I need this for my soap first timer.

[@TanyaEllisCustomscentedwax]

Dollar tree has lots of great supplies to use for soaping. Thank you for sharing your expertise. So far I've made 2 batches of CP soap. ..

[@YesImBudgeting]

great tips... I never thought about buying from dollar store.. I will be going there thx for sharing!! 👍

[@SmelliciousSoaps]

Excellent tips for those starting out. I love it!

[@ronniemillsap]

thank yo uso much please make more videos again you're one of my all time favorite channels!

[@Luckysevensoaps]

Thanks Cathy! I shop at the dollar store a lot and there's still a lot here I didn't think to look for. Now I know and will loyally go spend money for the cause!

[@TheMyssT]

Thanks so much Cathy...very helpful video. At my dollar store (Dollar Tree) they had long handle stainless steel spoons and 2 and 4 cup plastic measuring cups with long handles.

[@RavynMancer]

Jazzy snazzy little tune, with great information. Thanks!

[@sophiamia26]

Thanks, Kathy!!! I was wondering about those bowls. Guess where I'm going tomorrow?!

[@cindeesmith5139]

Thanks Cathy great showing those crayons.. When I first started I found a recipe for hot process that used crayons for colorant. Careful what you find on internet. They stayed they used them as they were non toxic. ... Always double check!

[@colleencondon6690]

I love your turorials I have learned alot from those. Thank you

[@kimb7970]

Just learning. Thank You !!

[@tamikad3535]

Loved this!

[@ThankfullyRedeemed3]

That was awesome: ) I have some of those, but you gave me some ideas too! Thank you, Cathy!

[@elizabethtuazon9111]

Thank's you tube and soaping 101! This tips are very helpful.

[@MsMoople]

Another great place for these items is IKEA. Same price but better quality. Of course there is always the problem that one picks up so many other things while in there....

[@georgeannepanos8132]

ditto!!

[@WEFAbender6]

I don't have an Ikea near me ☹️

[@inkyguy]

Though I have moved to silicone molds, I started out using wax paper to line my molds and had no significant problems with it sticking to my soap.

[@fabulousprincess603]

😍 love this video

[@XplosiveCosmetiX]

Great informative video! :)

[@MACTackleBox]

Perfect video with great info! Thanks!

[@mandimoo87]

In the UK we do not get butchers paper either I use parchment or silicone paper from the baking aisle, but hoping to upgrade to silicone molds soon.

[@charlii5917]

Spend a little extra and buy a box of nitrile (medical) gloves. Of course, that's up to the individual as to whats important and whats not, but to me there's nothing worse then ill fitting gloves you feel like you have to continually pull them back up. (ex nurse here)

[@mariangomez3560]

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[@4vrceltic]

Awesome advise....thanks!

[@jmartinez5147]

Great video. Thanks!!!

[@wdbreezy]

Great tips !

[@jeanniecupcakekeitt6103]

Awesome 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟

[@CraftsByLydia]

awesome tips!

[@ManiasArtDreamMAD]

I used wax paper and it was alright, for example in Russia i don't know any other good alternative to freezer paper, we do not have it.

[@PrettyAliceNight]

Which dollar store is best to I to? Where did you go? Dollar Tree, Family Dollar, Dollar General or what?

[@Chemeleon15]

this video is about things found in Dollar Tree Stores.

[@lisajames96]

good ideas

[@zezee317]

Thanks 😊

[@soaping101]

Welcome 😊

[@lillyday1591]

Great information, thank you :)

[@MarciasMeadow]

Thank you!!!

[@TrapsuutjieDesigns]

Totally offtopic (my apologies) I'm about to start making soap (got my blender and scale this week). I have someone (guinea pig) that requested a soap that will work with brackish water, but that doesn't contain any coconut oil. Do you have any suggestions as to which oils will be good with this type of water?

[@MyTwoScents1]

Thanks!

[@graceinguelph]

and I've learned the hard way not to use wooden spoons for mixing lye. Stick to plastic spoons

[@bondon696]

Hi I was wondering if freezer paper the same as baking paper It's non stick and not waxy

[@Gunshygal]

I would like to know if I wanted to add fragrance, how much would I add?

[@hyacinthjob1]

What are the ingredients needed for melt and pour soap?

[@ThankfullyRedeemed3]

ManiasArtDreamMAD , do you have access to butcher's paper? The kind they wrap meat in?

[@shadysolelady249]

I've been watching your videos and I really enjoy making cold processed soap but hate waiting four weeks to use it. my question is can we process the curing by using a food dehydrator? since this will dehydrate the water from the soap making curing processed less time?

[@RavynMancer]

shady's ole lady I have read that it might warp or crack the soap to do that. But that we can use fans.

[@shadysolelady249]

Martin DeVore sounds good. thanks. I did not try it and have not made cp soap...just mp

[@Majoofi]

Do you have any special ideas about cleaning up after making soap? I'm thinking particularly about not clogging drains or harming them with lye.

[@keepthepeacesoap8469]

Lye is actually used in drain cleaners so I think you shouldn't be worried about it clogging any drains (:

[@joymanning4769]

Keep the Peace Soap Not so. I'd hate for you to have trouble. See what "The Nerdy Farm Wife" (www.thenerdyfarmwife.com) has to say about it in her soapmaking eBook-- Cleaning Up: For many years, I just ran my soap making pot and utensils through the dishwasher when I was done making soap. A few new dishwashers and an expensive plumbing visit to replace a portion of my kitchen pipes later, I learned that straight raw soap should never go down drains, in any form. You may get away with it for a while, but after so many batches made, the buildup will have silently grown, and plumbing problems will likely occur. While not as convenient as a dishwasher, there are two ways that I use to safely clean up soap: Using old rags or paper towels, wipe out the inside of the soap making pot, spatula, and end of the stick blender. It's okay if a very thin layer remains in spots, but try to get most of it. Since the soap is still caustic, wear gloves and place the rags in a triple layers of plastic grocery bags for final disposal in your trash can. You can wash the leftover bit off right away, if you use plenty of grease cutting dishwashing liquid (like Dawn) OR set the pieces of equipment aside for a few hours to dry up any remaining bits of soap, then wash and rinse as normal. Alternatively, skip the wiping out part and just set the pan and utensils aside in a safe spot for a day or two. The raw soap will have cured enough not to be a danger to your drains, and the pot and utensils can then be soaked in warm water for a few hours before draining and rinsing out any residue.

[@colleenmcbride3795]

I heard some people let their supplies sit for a couple of days to let it turn to soap, then they soak em and rinse them off.

[@Species710]

10! It would have been way higher but I have insomnia.

[@rahmaalharrsi1460]

Where is this store?

[@Summer21.]

@RAHMA AL HARRSI It’s a store called, “The Dollar Store”, and they are all over the USA. 😃

[@shaikismailbasha3958]

Can I use food colour and fruit essence like venilla essence,orange essence, pineapple essence.please reply.

[@anastasia10017]

NO. food color will color your skin and your bathtub. food essence has alcohol and will curdle your soap. you must use soaping specific ingredients.

[@shaikismailbasha3958]

anastasia46 thank u very much.

[@kickinwiccan1345]

i can get all those supplies and then some from family dollar but i think i would rather use a steel pot for mixing rather than plastic steel is more heat safe

[@montsec994]

👋👋👋

[@thatcrazywolf]

I would not use dollar store goggles. Good goggles are only $8-$15. Your eyes are worth it

[@altinaamen5669]

James Johnson have you ever thought of the fact that you could be buying the same dollar store goggles for $8-15. I’d rather buy 8 goggles. I’ll just wear them 2 at a time. Lol

[@gmgpulliam]

:)

[@NewbieSoaper]

Ur dollar store is NOT my dollar store!

[@Chemeleon15]

Stop complaining, it isn't her fault. look for a dollar store that does carry these things nearby. In America we happen to have Dollar Tree, which carries many great items for a dollar of less. Some of their stores even have a refrigerator section and have frozen foods, juices, cheese, butter, certain meats. In addition to the candy and snacks that one would expect, they have very durable and stylish glassware(plates, drinking glasses) utensils. If you are American, look for one near you.