How to make cold-process soap (soap from scratch) using only natural fragrances, colorants, and texture additives - Information on different kinds of oils and botanical additives and the special properties they give to the soap - How to make soap with layers, swirls, soap nuggets, and confetti - Includes 12 special soap recipes--oatmeal, milk, and honey soap; gardener's hand soap; all-natural shampoo bar; and more--along with tips for creating your own natural recipes Elizabeth Letcavage is the editor/author of Basic Soap Making, Natural Soap Making, and Basic Leathercrafting. She gardens, crafts, and writes in central Pennsylvania. Melissa Harden is a soap maker who lives in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Stackpole Books-Natural Soap Making