Why Bezalel? It’s a little bit archaic which appeals to my personality. When you need a mentor you should learn from the best. Why an apprentice? As long as you are still a student you are allowed to make mistakes. Once you are labeled an “expert” you have the burden of keeping up appearances.
Sunday, January 30, 2011
The Days of Rectangular Soap are Numbered
Recently I decided that I needed to carve some soap. I discovered however that the current shapes of soap were not satisfactory so I decided I better come up with some new ones. I pulled out the hacksaw and the MIG and I put this mold together this afternoon. This picture shows a second pour of wax. My initial tests with soap did not work too well. According to the Internet I need to get something called a double boiler to melt the soap. I will look into that later.
This is a picture of my first wax pour and the resulting ingot.
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What discoveries brought you to the conclusion that the current shapes used for soap are not 'satisfactory'?
ReplyDeleteHello Martiens - The problem with the current shape of soap is that it does not inspire my soul with happiness. I am currently looking to make shapes that will invite an emotional reaction. Stay tuned for more.
ReplyDeleteA double boiler is like a double fryer used to make refried beans.
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