While going through my computer of pictures I took last summer, I came up on these popsicle soap that Madison and I did while bored one day. It had been a hot couple of weeks and with weather like that, I tend to stay indoors. With there not being a beach near by and the waterpark over an hour away, I much prefer to stay inside with the A/C on and relax in what is considered my oasis. However, I have a 4yr old by the name of Madison who believes that if you're at home, you should be doing something. I don't blame her because I've instilled in her that it's not ok to be lazy, no matter how much I like just lazing about. With a craft center that just keeps getting bigger and bigger, thanks to Michaels and their amazing deals, there is always something for us to do. While at Michaels, I happened to pick up some soap making craft supplies. I had no idea what I was going to do with them since I'd never made soap before, however my first soap project just happened to be this one that I'm sharing with you today, our popsicle soap.
DIY Popsicle Soap
Supplies Needed:
Popsicle Mold (I got mine at IKEA)
Glycerin Soap
Soap Coloring which is different from food coloring
Essential Oil Fragrance
Microwavable Bowl or Measuring Cup
Rubbing Alcohol in Spray Bottle
Directions:
Step 1
Cut as much of the glycerin soap that you'll need into small chunks and place them in your microwavable bowl or measuring cup. Place in the microwave for about 30 seconds until they melt.
Step 2
Add in your color and your fragrance and pour into your popsicle mold to your desired height. Spray your alcohol to get rid of the bubbles before it sets. Let it cool before adding in your second color.
Step 3
Once your first color has cooled, place a popiscle stick in the middle holding it in place with either tape or a clothes pin. Repeat Step 2 until you get the desired number of colors that you want. We went with 4 colors.
Step 4
Place in your refrigerator and let it cool overnight
Step 5
This is the most difficult step. If you used a silicone mold it should come apart easily. If you didn't and used a plastic mold, you're going to have to continually squeeze it until you get your popsicle completely out of the mold.
If you have kids who hate washing their hands, they'll finally start making up reasons to start doing so. Who wouldn't want to wash their hands with a popsicle? Remember this isn't edible but it's a whole lot of fun. You can also use other molds and make 1 color molds in any desired shapes. Let your imagination go wild. Soaps are so easy to make once you have the supplies, that you'll wonder why you've never done them before. By the way, can you tell I'm ready for the summer and popsicles already? Who's with me?
These are so cute! It looks like a really fun weekend craft to do with kids.
ReplyDeleteI thought that these were popsicles for sure until I saw the caption. I wonder if I can make them. I might just try. I don't have the soap though so will have to get that. Loving this!
ReplyDeleteOh how cute! I love fun crafts with the little ones! I really need to save this for when my little one gets older.
ReplyDeleteHonestly, they look so appealing. And yes, good enough to eat. The norovirus is on the rise here, so I'm thinking of my kids washing their hands every second! And this makes me think of summer. Nice.
ReplyDeleteNice tip on where you got the popsicle molds. We have a family IKEA trip coming up!
These are so cute! My boys might just wash their hands longer.
ReplyDeleteThis is such a cute idea! My son would love to have one of those in his bathroom.
ReplyDeleteHow fun is this - my kiddos would think taking a bar of this to the tub would be so much fun!
ReplyDeleteThose are just adorable! I would absolutely love to make one of these for my nephew since he loves popsicles
ReplyDeleteLove the colors, looks yummy! lol It might be labeled properly or it will be mistaken by children as food.
ReplyDeleteHow much fun is this! I know my kids would love to wash their hands with this. I can't wait to try this.
ReplyDeleteThis is the best and cutest idea, lol. I've got to make some of these for the grandkids.
ReplyDeleteOh, so cute! I know that my youngest daughter would love this! She loves fun bath stuff.
ReplyDeleteThese are so adorable and such a cute idea. It might be too appetizing looking for the little ones.
ReplyDeleteThis looks like such a fun idea! I know my kids would absolutely love it! My 2 year old might try to eat the soap...but the other two would have a much better time with it :-)
ReplyDeletegreat and easy recipe! I want to make more homemade popsicles then store bought! will definitely pin this
ReplyDeleteThis is such a clever idea! I love how it's turned out. I'd just be worried that one day I forget that that delicious looking pop is NOT edible haha x
ReplyDeleteoh my these are too cute and I need to get the teen girls on making these for sure
ReplyDeleteHomemade soap always seems like a fun thing to do! I love the mold you choose and the colors!
ReplyDeleteThese soaps look so cute and I'm sure kids would love them! My daughter washes her hands without a problem, but these colourful soaps would be a great addition to her bathroom routine!
ReplyDeleteI am truly grateful to come across this post. I love discovering and checking out new things. This is really cute and very creative! The kids will surely love it and will motivate them to use it for washing their hands.
ReplyDeleteMore power to you! xx
Cute colors! I think that its super cute and kids will really want to keep those sticky hands clean with this cute bar soap.
ReplyDeleteSuper cute soap. I think these would be fun for an outdoor shower. Love it! Your cutie looks like she wants to take a bite!
ReplyDeleteI've been thinking about making more DIY bath/skincare/body items for myself and friends and family. These popsicle soap would make such a cute gift to kick off spring and would look fabulous in my guest bathroom.
ReplyDeleteThe popsicle soaps look so cute and I love that you got the colors perfectly separated. It's definitely a great activity to do with your children. Just warn them not to eat it, lol.
ReplyDeleteLove the idea & saved it to do with my granddaughter during the year. Thanks for sharing
ReplyDeleteThis is such an awesome idea. My daughter would love it!
ReplyDeleteSo adorable. I am sure all children would love to wash their hands with the Popsicle soap.
ReplyDeleteGreat idea.
These are so fun and cute! Will definitely have to make these with my son this summer!
ReplyDeleteI love this. I think the colors are gorgeous and the thought of washing my hands with a popsicle sounds wonderful.
ReplyDeletei love DIY ideas!! This is lovely and easy fo all family :-) I definitely try it !!
ReplyDeleteHahah those are so cute and def would have to be careful that the kids don't try to eat them. Cause eww would so not taste good. That's a very cool idea to make hand washing more fun!
ReplyDeleteThese are adorable! But yes I think it would be hard to keep the kids from trying to eat them, lol! They are at least fabulous for summery bathroom decoration :)
ReplyDeleteMy goodness, this looks amazing. I have never tried anything like this before and I love how easy it is to do at your home. I am sure kids are going to love it and make sure to wash their hands so easily!
ReplyDeletePretty cool DIY!! This is definitely something I would do with my 11 year old nephew because he would understand not to eat it. Now my younger nephew will most definitely will try to eat it lol...
ReplyDeleteIt would be so much fun to do this with the kids! I think it's really creative that you decided to do it in popsicle form, it's a good giveaway during parties as well as gifts for friends, classmates, or teachers! So long as you label the soap because it looks so good, it can pass off as an actual popsicle stick! I love that you can do different colors as well.
ReplyDeleteThis is such a good idea! I never thought about making my own soap before but it would be a good gift to give x
ReplyDeleteThis looks like fun to make! I will have to give it a try soon and let my son have it in his bathroom!
ReplyDeleteWow, this is so cool. Such a lovely colorful popsicle. My girl will love this. So will her kiddo friends!
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