How To Make Whipped Soap using old Cold Process shreds Rebatch method

How To Make Whipped Soap using old Cold Process shreds Rebatch method | Ellen Ruth Soap

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4 жыл бұрын

Whipped rebatch soap "take 2". I'm using up all my soap shreds left over from beveling batches and batches of soap. This is a "no-waste" way to make every ounce of soap count 😉 #whippedsoap #soap #homemadesoap #recycle
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@lauren1779 2 жыл бұрын

I use to make soaps years ago stopped after falling into hard times and depression. Finding inspiration on your channel your soap is beautiful ♥️🌺☀️

@jennyprorock 2 жыл бұрын

This would be a great way to make some masculine soaps! Maybe use a dark/midnight blue or even black shade and a strong masculine fragrance oil that would easily mask any leftover fragrances from the scraps. Wouldn't even bother piping on top. Just a rustic, manly bar of soap. It's an idea 🤣

@roseking6681 7 ай бұрын

I have never rebatched my soap, but after watching your video I’m going to do it.

@ivonvalle2683 3 ай бұрын

You are incredible making something beautiful out of scraps. Like I always say you are the best.

@tracyevans4370 2 жыл бұрын

Looks like a cross between chocolate cake and Red Velvet Cake. Yummy! The piping on top is a perfect finishing touch too! Beautiful!!😍

@LarBud05 Жыл бұрын

My new fave phrase “car crash of scent” hahaha 🤣🤣

@AvionOrr 3 жыл бұрын

Quite beautiful!!!

@ekosbeauty1745 5 ай бұрын

Ers muy buena en lo que haces, yo he hecho recetas tuyas y son una maravilla todas, mi familia muy encantada.muchas gracias por tus recetas.

@carmengamboa8306 4 жыл бұрын

Precioso. Felicitaciones 💖

@cathythompson1578 3 жыл бұрын

I loved loved loved this!! Thank you so much 😊

@maryeberle8994 3 жыл бұрын

I love the color and piping!

@wendysanders8165 3 жыл бұрын

That was really enjoyable and useful!

@heidijones580 3 ай бұрын

Nice!❤ I love it!

@suzannakoizumi8605 24 күн бұрын

Gorgeous. Thank you.

@mrsjoanperry 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ellen for sharing .

@EllenRuthSoap 4 жыл бұрын

You're so welcome🥰

@JenSpice 4 жыл бұрын

Nicely done Ellen! Awesome job!

@EllenRuthSoap 4 жыл бұрын

🥰 Thank you!

@LizzyAnna 4 жыл бұрын

I love the textured look!

@EllenRuthSoap 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! They're a bit rustic, but cute😘

@tanana2070 2 жыл бұрын

Rustic brick soap! I love it!!

@Marshirmarshir 4 жыл бұрын

Love it! Thanks for sharing 🥰

@EllenRuthSoap 4 жыл бұрын

😊💕

@jenniferwilliams2845 3 жыл бұрын

This was really helpful. Thank you!

@EllenRuthSoap 3 жыл бұрын

You're so welcome!

@berniebee1290 2 жыл бұрын

I LIKE THE LOOK

@HelloWakeUp9 2 жыл бұрын

Looks really good for hot process type soap

@loisosterman3648 4 жыл бұрын

Great save on the color, I like it!

@EllenRuthSoap 4 жыл бұрын

🤣 Thanks!

@theorgelmeisterakathesoapm8589 4 жыл бұрын

I never would have thought to pipe hot process or rebatch soap. Great job, Ellen!

@EllenRuthSoap 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you, these were fun to make!

@felinelvr27 Жыл бұрын

I agree

@lkrsoapandsuch5767 4 жыл бұрын

Love rebatching soap scrapes. Great video Ellen.

@EllenRuthSoap 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Recycling at it's best😘

@natalielopez7486 4 жыл бұрын

The color came out great! I love the front stamp! :)

@EllenRuthSoap 4 жыл бұрын

😊 thank you!

@silvanaximenasandovalzunig1054 Жыл бұрын

Vamos Ellen, tú puedes!!😂😂😂

@soapsforlove4168 4 жыл бұрын

The brick red is really wonderful. I love whipped rebatch soap.

@EllenRuthSoap 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I hate to waste any of those wonderful soapy bits😊

@botanicalwaters 3 жыл бұрын

You are TOP NOTCH in every category‼️

@EllenRuthSoap 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@maxineromero7873 3 жыл бұрын

They are pretty and I love the glitter on top too

@EllenRuthSoap 3 жыл бұрын

🥰💕

@SarahAnneStuff 4 жыл бұрын

I think they turned out really pretty!

@EllenRuthSoap 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you💕

@gratituderanch9406 3 жыл бұрын

Love it. They turned out dusty rose- very lovely

@EllenRuthSoap 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@firdowskruger9896 4 жыл бұрын

gorgeous!

@EllenRuthSoap 4 жыл бұрын

🥰

@kellytague2173 4 жыл бұрын

I am right there with you. I think you are doing a great job.

@EllenRuthSoap 4 жыл бұрын

😊 Thanks!

@Justme-Diana Жыл бұрын

they are beautiful! They look like fudge! Yumm

@TheSunRiseKid 2 жыл бұрын

Loved this video!! Very nice to watch the changes along with you! Beautiful soap!😊

@EllenRuthSoap 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! 😊

@DeaJ580 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing!!

@EllenRuthSoap 3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome💕

@ladyofak8584 4 жыл бұрын

WOW for a rebating that’s looks beautiful I love it and the color is nice too.

@EllenRuthSoap 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 🤗

@tammythomas6417 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your videos. Im starting out and am amazed at the help that is offered by successful soap makers.

@leesadexter7187 2 жыл бұрын

The re-batch I made last time looked like a gorgeous granite countertop! Beautiful!

@carolbailey7977 3 жыл бұрын

I love watching your videos. I'm just getting into cold and hot processed soap making. So many cool ideas!

@EllenRuthSoap 3 жыл бұрын

Soaping is so fun and creative!

@lauriesorenson3172 4 жыл бұрын

Watching soap vids is so relaxing. Thank you. You are a good teacher. God bless.

@EllenRuthSoap 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 🥰

@hoteno4242 4 жыл бұрын

That’s a nice work! expecting to watch a next video 😊👍🏻👍🏻

@EllenRuthSoap 4 жыл бұрын

🥰 thanks!

@beatrizdelmarmol980 2 жыл бұрын

Excelente¡¡

@LittleIowaHomestead 4 жыл бұрын

I enjoyed the whole video ❤️ very pretty soap scrap bars! I enjoy your visiting with us like we are with you 😊 -Shonna

@EllenRuthSoap 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I feel like I'm chatting with friends🥰

@CopperHueCollectionsChippewa 4 жыл бұрын

These bars are beautiful

@EllenRuthSoap 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@evelyndueno9136 3 жыл бұрын

Eelen is not ugly, love to see the rebach, and great tips.

@EllenRuthSoap 3 жыл бұрын

🥰 thanks

@deathdiablo22 2 жыл бұрын

I watched this super early this morning and it gave me the courage to rebatch a calla lily soap that didn't come out. My soap isn't shredded but I chopped it into smaller chunks. I'm seeing how long it's going to take while watching a movie.

@jyup5850 4 жыл бұрын

Lady you are just WONDERUL!! Love watching your videos 💜🙂

@EllenRuthSoap 4 жыл бұрын

🥰 thanks much 💕

@jyup5850 4 жыл бұрын

@@EllenRuthSoap I just randomly found Royalty Soaps one day and you were soon to follow!!!! But I CANNOT believe it took me this long to actually watch one of your videos after subscribing!!! Your soaps are beautiful, videos are great, and your sweet personality shines through 💜💜 cannot wait to keep watching and make my first soap purchase!!

@empathicone21 Жыл бұрын

Ellen Ruth, you commented, when you were adding coloring, that you could use some help, suggestions. I will say, you did a fine job! Rebatching seems to be somewhat about the adventure that comes with the process. I will share what I used to do with rebatched scrap soap . 1. I would add no color or scent. Make it into a loaf. Cut into chunks, squares or whatever shape. A) Then use in a complimentary new batch. Such as: a) make into mudroom soap bars, usually square or at least thick. These are great to wash hands, soap a rag to wipe off mud or dirt from boots. Or soap up a scrub brush to clean mudroom stuff, buckets, garden tools, etc. 2. I would make into coffee garden soap bars. Add thick dark instant coffee, for scent & color Or add scent & color to resemble coffee. Coffee grounds are a great addition. 3. Make into a activated charcoal bar soap color it gray, black, or other color with a swirl. Thank you. This turned out beautifully!

@EllenRuthSoap Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great ideas!

@kimberlygries6517 3 жыл бұрын

That looks so good , rebatch or not! And piping "hot process" 😲 mind blown!!

@EllenRuthSoap 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!🥰

@gwenwebster1292 3 жыл бұрын

I learn so much from you! These are just beautiful - I've always been afraid to branch out in this area, but now I feel a bit more encouraged :-) Thank you!

@EllenRuthSoap 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🥰

@silvanaximenasandovalzunig1054 Жыл бұрын

Lo bueno es que igual se salva la mezcla, es fantástico 😊

@Hilary_ClarbySoaps 4 жыл бұрын

Great to see the whole rebatch process including tips...and piping on top just elevates an ordinary soap bar into a pretty one! Great idea thank you for sharing 💕

@EllenRuthSoap 4 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@marciacarranza4378 3 жыл бұрын

Just love it!! I am following your steps right now. I hope end it up fine 🤞🏼

@EllenRuthSoap 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@jinxydoll 4 жыл бұрын

I love your soap scrap bucket! I need to get around to that myself.... it would be super handy!

@EllenRuthSoap 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, it's handy and I just keep adding to it until it's full😆

@jinxydoll 4 жыл бұрын

@@EllenRuthSoap i have a sour cream tub to clean out Lol

@lesleyannedixon9036 3 жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed this video, I think they came out really well and looked almost edible. Thank you 😊

@EllenRuthSoap 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! 😊

@cosmocat12 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome

@EllenRuthSoap 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you🥰

@SoapyOaksFarm 4 жыл бұрын

Great use of those soap scraps, isn't it exciting to create by re-using? This is beautiful, well done

@EllenRuthSoap 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I don't like to waste💕

@1maraquepasa 3 жыл бұрын

I love watching your authentic passion for soap making. I love learning from your simple techniques, you are such an inspiration. Keep Rocking!

@EllenRuthSoap 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@1maraquepasa 3 жыл бұрын

@@EllenRuthSoap you're very Welcome. ♥️♥️♥️

@Southphxgal2023 2 жыл бұрын

I just made some yesterday. I used very little water and about 3/4 can of coconut milk. Turns out great. The same size crockpot you show.

@laurashearer5155 3 жыл бұрын

This is beautiful. I just tried my first rebatch today and I wish I had seen this video before. I am new to soaping and you are very informative! Thank you!

@EllenRuthSoap 3 жыл бұрын

🥰💕

@datbat1 6 ай бұрын

I'm glad this soap turned out. As you were spooning it into the mold, I thought, "Oh, no! She's made meatloaf!" I should have known you'd pull it off. The color changed to a deep figgy color as it dried, and it looks great. It's hard to make a rebatch look really good, but you did it.

@ruthcowden1386 2 жыл бұрын

When I saw that red going in I thought we were headed for "meat soap." Nope! It is gorgeous. This is the best rebatch I've seen.

@EllenRuthSoap 2 жыл бұрын

🤣 "meat soap"😂

@deurbanscents2561 4 жыл бұрын

Now I know what to do with my soap scraps,lol. I hate to waste them. I actually took some of my shavings at work and use it as one time use. Thanks for sharing.

@EllenRuthSoap 4 жыл бұрын

💕 yes! I don't like to waste anything, especially lovely soap shreds 😊

@steelersgirl071961 3 жыл бұрын

I love the rebatch! I'm going to start saving my shavings and little pieces of soap that don't get used in the shower and make some rebatch. Thanks Ellen 😊. Oh and this turned out great 👍.

@EllenRuthSoap 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I love "no waste"💕

@rosellacervi3289 3 жыл бұрын

LOVELY! A big "CIAO" from Italy!

@EllenRuthSoap 3 жыл бұрын

🥰💕

@Mericel1 3 жыл бұрын

I like the front stamp

@EllenRuthSoap 3 жыл бұрын

💕👍

@lisadegen5158 2 жыл бұрын

I love this video - It really made me laugh when it turned the baby diaper colour! 🤣🤣🤣 I’m so glad you managed to fix it by adding the red in, it turned out lovely 😊

@EllenRuthSoap 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! 😊

@camsanders5756 4 жыл бұрын

Those look great! I love the no-waste angle. And how fun to pipe on top, although I hope you didn't burn your hands. The little stars added a nice touch.

@EllenRuthSoap 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you🥰 It wasn't too hot, just very warm, so it was okay..

@lherringe 4 жыл бұрын

I just came across this video because I've only recently heard about hot process soap, but now I'll be diving into all your videos 😊 If you do another batch at some point you could colour and scent it really deep chocolate brown and it would look like chocolate mousse! Yum

@EllenRuthSoap 4 жыл бұрын

Welcome! Oh, I love the chocolate mousse idea, I'll keep that in mind😘

@felinelvr27 Жыл бұрын

I am going to try this….

@GrandmaMarlayne Жыл бұрын

Loved the video. I have only done one soap scap rebatch and it turned out awful and I haven't tired it again. I think after this video it will be worth a second try. Thank you!

@carrielehman5189 3 жыл бұрын

Really nice! :) I have seen rebatch soaps before, but never any that are whipped smooth. Love this idea and will keep it in mind for my scraps and other CP soap batches that might not work out in a way I would want them to. Thank you for sharing your work and great ideas! As a beginner, I appreciate your videos so very much!

@EllenRuthSoap 3 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

@kathiejones8906 2 жыл бұрын

Jogging

@megdudley1775 4 жыл бұрын

Love how rustic they look.

@EllenRuthSoap 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks💕

@tinamuniz7526 4 жыл бұрын

I really like it :)

@EllenRuthSoap 4 жыл бұрын

😊💕

@cheryl739 4 жыл бұрын

I love the Victorian Rose color it came out. Beautiful! A tip perhaps, I add TD to my initial water to help lighten the batter, so when I add color, I get closer to what I am aiming for. I usually make whipped soaps with my scraps and then felt little animals around the bars, for the little kiddies. They're animals and they float and clean all at once. But love that you piped the top! Love these! 👍💕

@EllenRuthSoap 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Cheryl, that's a great tip! And I love the animal idea💕

@ashlynnblom8545 11 ай бұрын

You are so funny! 😆

@deannabridges6068 20 күн бұрын

My family and I don’t waste nothing. Those scraps are money spent so yep use them. Works great like any other soap you make. I would of put a chocolate FO in them because it really looks like chocolate

@celesteelijah2515 2 жыл бұрын

I have watched your videos many time now and you always amaze me in soap making. I have not tried CP from scratch, but I just ordered a bag of Rebatch from a vendor that I have used in the past. I think I will try your method of whipping to make some bars. If the whipping method is not for making bar soap, please let me know. Love this idea, thank you!💖💖🥰

@RedElephantAlly 4 жыл бұрын

Those are actually very nice. I tried to rebatch some scraps that had a lot of purple in it. Oh they turned out terrible, lol! It’s just one of those things you gotta keep working at. 😊

@EllenRuthSoap 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Yes, rebatch is different every time..😅

@amandapittar9398 3 жыл бұрын

So clever and simple. Thank you. I am so glad someone else does things like this. Step by step and wings it - sorta! I really enjoyed this video. The scent? Not so much. I’m not a fan of cinnamon, I know, I know. I would have done apricot danish!

@EllenRuthSoap 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🥰. Apricot Danish sounds great!

@vernaharris181 2 жыл бұрын

I know some people don’t like rebatched soap but I think the lather is very luxurious. I love them

@EllenRuthSoap 2 жыл бұрын

You're right, it always has fantastic lather❣️

@tammyjohnson9505 4 жыл бұрын

Hahahahahaha You my dear are absolutely delightful to watch. With that fourth addition of colorant I was laughing right along with you. And viola beautiful soap!!!! And found my brain had already started writing a commercial to promote you and you floating soaps along with childhood flashback of searching all through the bathwater trying to find the soap. Lol

@EllenRuthSoap 4 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it🤣

@cherylnorise420 4 жыл бұрын

Those turned out really neat. I see you purchased all those new spatulas and still using your faithful ones. You cant keep them new forever. Lol Have an awesome week

@EllenRuthSoap 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! That's so funny, I do tend to use the "old faithfuls 🤣 but I actually filmed this soap before I got the new spatulas 😂

@cindiallen5529 2 жыл бұрын

when you mix green & pink scraps to rebatch - it turns the batter to ugly brown! I usually try not to mix those color scraps with the main bucket saved - and if there are any chunks of either color just remove 1 before starting to cook! Your soaps are always looking good Ellen - love your videos

@tanyabonnett4174 4 жыл бұрын

The last rebatch I watched you do was the floating soap

@EllenRuthSoap 4 жыл бұрын

Yes 👍 this one was denser and didn't end up floating much...

@tammyjohnson9505 4 жыл бұрын

Hah ! Same here.

@jcortese3300 Жыл бұрын

I think these look cute -- you can make a sage green one and a steel blue one and they'll all be sort of Wedgwood porcelain colored.

@ruthportway5198 4 жыл бұрын

Hi, Ellen Ruth, I am Ruth Ellen and I really enjoyed your video tfs

@EllenRuthSoap 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Ruth Ellen (great name 😉) thank you 💕

@highstandards6226 4 жыл бұрын

Last time I rebatched, my eldest daughter's stepchildren wanted some personalized soaps, so I gave them their choice/s...the girls chose "Elmo" molds and a hot cinnamon fragrance, but wanted it whipped...🙄 hubby and the one poor son of the bunch want something much more manly...so went with an evergreen scent and a a very light green, again well whipped, and THAT came out smelling like original Irish Spring scented with all the same tints of green and white streaks as that same original bar..and was sliced into squared bars, even better, having been whipped, they were allowed to cure for another extra 2 weeks given the weather gremlins that inhabit Southern Ontario...that particular soap rebatch ended up sealing the edges super well and DID actually float! Which all involved enjoyed, at least long enough to learn to get the bars out of the water and draining FAST! BECAUSE OTHERWISE IT MELTS JUST AS FAST AND QUICKLY DISAPPEARS down the drain...and despite Nanna's notes can't be easily replicated...so they were out of luck as far as replacement...🤷‍♀️😘 not intentional, but lesson well learned. And honestly, went a long way to keeping their natural grandmothers in a much less threatened frame of mind.👏👏🤷‍♀️🤪 and their natural MOTHER too. Sometimes being too good at the strangest things can wreak havoc for the oddest of reasons. My daughter actually thanked me for NOT warning them about the soap melting if not properly taken care of! I couldn't have, I didn't know either! Apparently "mom" was not entirely at ease with the new dynamic...and that was making for a few rough waves at times..between ALL members of the family.🥺

@noecharbonneau5725 2 жыл бұрын

"Fragrance be a stinker on you"! Heeheehee

@moonshadowessentialssoapsn5287 4 жыл бұрын

I love the big ass bottle of alcohol lol mine is small n I keep forgetting where I put it. It’s the running joke here. I’m gonna use that size spray bottle and see it hide from me now! Lol the soap is pretty the top looks like star Anise.

@EllenRuthSoap 4 жыл бұрын

Star Anise, you're right😊 I like that! I like the big bottle for my alcohol because it has a big spray out too, it's faster for me.

@hammerjammer1 2 жыл бұрын

I love how the color turned out on this batch. What did you sprinkle on top AND…could you do a short video on how you clean up your tools afterward if there is anything special we need to know. I’m wanting to try my hand at soap making. I’m watching so many of your videos to learn the correct way before giving it a try. Thank you for sharing your craft and love for soap.

@EllenRuthSoap 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! I just use soap and water to clean up all my dishes and tools after soaping.

@LadyGecko 4 жыл бұрын

If I ever decide to replace my crockpot, I might try this.

@EllenRuthSoap 4 жыл бұрын

It's good for an old crock pot, the stick blender really marks up the bottom... But that's fine for soaping😉

@highstandards6226 4 жыл бұрын

Thrift stores always have great deals on used ones..😉😘👏👏😁😎

@andreagailes8569 3 жыл бұрын

Thrift store 5 bucks

@ralphsgirl06 3 жыл бұрын

It's soap. Cleans right up and doesn't hurt the crock pot.

@teresahuber5039 4 жыл бұрын

Why do you test it to see if it floats? Just curious? I love how it turned out!! if we're not happy with any batch I guess we can re-batch??

@EllenRuthSoap 4 жыл бұрын

I was just curious because I whipped the batter, sometimes it makes a "floating" soap😉

@katinalaukhuf-grimm4866 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Ellen these turned out really pretty! Love the video! What did you spray your stamper with?

@EllenRuthSoap 3 жыл бұрын

Isopropyl alcohol

@emilycalubayan6350 4 жыл бұрын

Why not!? That also coming from mixed oil for benefits ro skin. Smart one Madame!

@EllenRuthSoap 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@lynnepaterson7996 3 жыл бұрын

Wow I never knew we could do that with soap left overs. Thanks so much for showing this. I’m learning so much from you! Merry Christmas to you and your family Ellen . Looking forward to seeing you soap 2021. 🎄💕🥂

@EllenRuthSoap 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! And Merry Christmas to you too!

@cryingbroken8824 2 жыл бұрын

A *compendium of everything NOT to do when soap making!* Yet somehow she pulled it off and came up with a wonderful soap! 😲😘 And *remained safe* while doing so!!!🙃🙃🙃🥰

@justaddlivingwater 3 жыл бұрын

Gorgeous..i love the rustic look and I'm a no waste gal.. I have 20 POUNDS to rebatch but the ones I've done turn out crumbly.. When I do the rebatch I think it's my crock pot to hot or something I did a whipped and turned out the same way..Any advice would be great. And my shaving are very soft.

@EllenRuthSoap 3 жыл бұрын

Hmmm, maybe try increasing the liquid you're adding, or the sodium lactate.?.

@mudpyz 2 жыл бұрын

i did it - just finished shoving it into the mold - it seemed to take forever but i got there - and the colour is revolting - didnt waste any mica just wanted to see if i could do it - its a bit speckly but i dont care it still smells nice seems to have held onto all the FO's and EO's - but that colour - blerk - dark grey with speckles - LOL - it reminds me of years ago the mooshed paper and magazines that were pumped into walls as insulation - cant remember its name but thats what i have - a soap mold of really nice smelling mooshed paper insulation - but i did it - definitely for home use