Ever since I rendered my first batch of beef tallow, I’ve been amazed by how many ways it can be used around the homestead.

In a world filled with commercial soap products made of a seemingly endless list of unidentifiable ingredients, there's something uniquely satisfying about making your own soap at home. What’s more, ...

It started with a stubborn dishpan and a longing for something cleaner, something that wouldn’t leave my hands super dry or ...

People may want to make homemade soap from scratch to suit their personal preferences or so that they can give it away as a handcrafted gift. This article looks at some different methods for making ...

Purchases made through the links above may earn us and our publishing partners a commission. When was liquid soap invented? Liquid soap is not a modern invention. A crude form of liquid soap using a ...

Make your own laundry soap and line dry your clothes for naturally clean, fresh laundry. After learning more about the chemicals in commercial cleaners and the harm they can do long after they go down ...

“I started messing around with soap after I got my wife a crafting magazine and thought, ‘Hey, we can make soap!’” Jeremy Lugo told me as he donned a pair of black latex gloves in preparation for a ...

Ingredients Needed:60 oz. extra virgin olive oil glycerin base soap1 Tbls. Spearmint essential oil2 Tbls. Eucalyptus essential oilT tsp dried mint leavesLiquid green skin safe coloringAfter melting ...

A seasoned soap-maker shares how to start a homemade soap business and avoid slip-ups when turning your hobby into a business. Most people find that when they reveal the news of their soap-making ...

If you’re one of the lucky people who owns an Instant Pot, you’ve probably mastered meats, sides and even desserts. But there’s a lot more you can make with that handy little pot — including stuff you ...

Insecticidal soap is a great low-toxicity option for pest control, and it can be made at home with a few simple ingredients. You might not yet know it, but there’s a good chance your saddest-looking ...