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Sara Jean Irene
เข้าร่วมเมื่อ 8 พ.ค. 2023
Welcome! Thanks for joining me as I document our family's favorite ways to make sourdough bread, cold-process soap, natural candles, tallow skincare and more.
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After dry rendering our tallow, it is infused with chamomile, calendula, frankincense, geranium and patchouli then whipped to perfection for a nutrient rich face moisturizer that can also be used for rashes, bug bites, sun burns, eczema, scars and more ✨
Learn more www.storehousemerc.com
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Great instructional video. Thank you! I was wondering what size of candle wick you used for these mason jar candles.
I’m glad you enjoyed the video! I use a size 10 wick for these jars. I hope you find it helpful 😊
Hi Sara, great tutorial video! Also where do you get your glass jars? X
The mason jars are from candlescience 😊
Hi Sara, I made this soap flowed you steps. It looked good but after 24 hrs when I took the soap out of the mould I found that the salt on the soap was melted and I could still see watery salt on top. Do you know what causes melting? Do you think I let the soap be too hot in the mould? Would like to know your opinion! Thanks
Hi! Thanks for reaching out!Temperature can play a role in this, however, the most common reasons I’ve found for salt causing soap to sweat is humidity in the air, the type of salt used, or the amount of salt used. I’ve had the best luck with pink Himalayan salt staying dry in cold process soap recipes. Dead Sea salt tends to cause sweating a bit more. If too much salt is used, this can also contribute to soap sweating or if there is too much moisture in the air where soap is curing, the salt will absorb the moisture and cause sweating. A dry environment is best for curing soap. The good news is that sweating caused by salt in the soap will not affect the effectiveness of your soap once your soap bars are fully cured. I hope this helps and that you enjoy your soap once they have cured! When moisture is only on your soap top from use of salt, you could try removing the salt and wiping soap tops dry for the remainder of their time curing ❤
Thanks Sara! that’s really helpful! Please do more soap tutorials! Keen to learn more tips from you😊
Thank you for sharing the recipe. I’ve had mine in the mold for 48 hrs now and the soap is still very very soft. I can’t remove from the mold without squishing it. Have I done something wrong? Not pushed trace far enough maybe. Can I fix it?
Please tutorial!👍
I’ll work on that! Thank you for watching and for the feedback 😊
Love this recipe. Thank you so much for kind sharing. Very professional too.
Do you have to cure these at all before lighting them? Also if I want to make shorter candles do I just fill it less?
@@michelletegolacoaching The tapers will harden up as they cure and tend to last a bit longer if you wait a day or two before burning them. I don’t recommend partially filling these molds. It would be difficult to remove the candles from the mold, which could ruin your mold if they don’t come out properly. This mold is available in 6” also, so I recommend using that size if you want shorter tapers 😊
where would I get these molds?
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Best instruction for candle making! Thank you always for your inspiration❤
Aw, thanks for saying so! Glad you enjoyed it! 😊
Thanks for this video and all the responses like whee to slfind supplies and sizes, etc. I'm making this to gift friends ❤
@@jenloes Absolutely! What a beautiful gift to receive hand-poured beeswax taper candles!!
@sarahjeanirene, could you let me know how many pounds of beeswax you use for the eight-candle mold? And how many candles you get from that amount?
@@HannaGuido each candle is about .75-0.80 oz x 8 = 6-6.4oz total for 8 tapers 😊
Thanks for the video!
Agreed there is no match for natural soaps!
I’m going to have to invest in a block, the single ones always come out crooked. I use the same method as you too 😂 a cookie rack on a sheet so the wick doesn’t get in the way and the PVC pipe to somewhat hold it straight...
@@brendacuevas4676 it’s definitely one of my best candle making investments being able to make multiple taper candles at once ✨ PVC pipe is a great idea! 😉
I appreciate Yu share'n this .. SHaLUM ~
Thank you very helpful information I’m wanting to make soy wax so will definitely try this method
You’re welcome! I haven’t tried tapers using soy wax. Hope it works out for you 😊
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Where you get the candle mold
www.mannlakeltd.com/education-crafts-gifts/candles/10-taper-candle-mold-8-candles/?
Can you bake both loaves at the same time if you have two Dutch ovens?
Absolutely!! I recently got a second Dutch oven and it’s been such a time saver! 🙌🏻
Very helpful video, thank you! Also your home is beautiful, I loved that dark wood shelving in the background! ♥️
Aw, thank you!! That’s very kind ❤️
Where can i get this mold please?
Exact molds I use are linked here: www.sarajeanirene.com/post/the-easiest-way-to-make-beeswax-taper-candles-at-home
It looks like this particular mold is sold out with no comparable at that same vendor. Do you have any recommendations for a similar mold?
This is the same mold and appears to be in stock www.mannlakeltd.com/education-crafts-gifts/candles/10-taper-candle-mold-8-candles/?sku=PM998&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAAD_azT7j1o93bgz1XdRmqu0pt_785&gclid=Cj0KCQjwxeyxBhC7ARIsAC7dS393bMM0UzQA26pCVjIBc-OTK9IckfFEnEM3KhkRhIxLC85dSGU-ztwaAnfIEALw_wcB
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@@sarajeanirene thanks so much!
Would love to see how you make your coffee cold pressed soaps
Thanks for the feedback! I’ll try getting that video up asap!! ☕️
That’s the measurements I use when feeding my starter. I loved this video.🤎🫶🏻
Thanks for watching! 🤍🤍🤍
What is the difference between bulk fermentation in the fridge vs countertop? Does it do the same? Or is fridge a slower process?
Sorry for the late response here!! Bulk fermentation should happen at room temperature. Cold fermentation slows down the process and could take several days for the dough to fully ferment. It will also affect the consistency of the dough making it more difficult to shape. However, after shaping your dough, which would also be after bulk fermentation, you could then do a cold fermentation which makes scoring bread slightly easier since it will be firmer. Placing your dough in the fridge after shaping also allows you to control when you bake your bread since it will slow down the final proofing process. This cold ferment should take place after bulk fermentation and after shaping 😊
Also- I personally only do a cold ferment if I need to delay baking my bread for any reason.
I am wanting to start making soap and other items for my family. Is there a beginner book you recommend? Also is it ok to keep all items stored in shed while waiting for it to harden?
Sorry for a late response! A cool (not cold), dry place with plenty of air flow is best for curing cold-process soap. Too cold or hot of temps could shorten the life of your soap, so I would just be mindful of that. I don’t personally have this book, but it’s on my wish list and worth looking into amzn.to/4b3V3z6 🤍
I love your creativity! Those turned out beautiful! And I love the music so much.♡
Thank you!! 🤍
Love this! How do you decide how many wicks to use?
Thank you 🥰 I’ll have a full video up *soon* going over how to wick different size vessels, but a good rule of thumb is to add one wick per inch over 3” in diameter ❤️
@@sarajeanirene thank you! I’ll definitely watch out for the video 😊
Very beautiful - great homemade gift idea! ❤
Yes 🙌🏻 the perfect gift!🕯️Thank you 🥰
I was so happy to see another video you made.😊 I plan on making these and your soap bars once I get the ingredients. Your videos are simply beautiful! Thank you for sharing. ♡
Thanks so much for this encouragement! 🥰🙏🏻 I hope you love your soap & lotion bars as much as our family does! @vineandbranches723
I really enjoy your videos! I made this recipe yesterday, and my family loved it. I appreciate the detailed step-by-step, as I just started baking bread with my starter. Thank you ♡
Hooray! I’m so glad your sourdough was a success! I love hearing this! 🤍 @vineandbranches723
I am having difficulties removing my Candles from the Mold, do you know why that is?
The ideal temperature for pouring these is between 150-160 degrees Fahrenheit. Is it possible they’re being poured at a higher temp?
@@sarajeanirene I usually pur them at around 162 Fahrenheit. I will have to try a little cooler next time. Do you know what the reason could be for the sink holes that I get when they cool? Also due to the wax being too Hot?
Pouring at 162 isn’t too hot that it should cause this problem. Another thought is the amount of time they sit in the mold. The tapers need ample time to cool down and set before being removed. Are you referring to sink holes when pouring jar candles or taper candles? 😊
@andre6867 Mold release sprays like this one amzn.to/413a6nV are often recommended when using silicone molds. I personally have never had need to use it, but you may give it a try ☺️
@@sarajeanirene thanks for your quick replies. It's the Tapers I am referring to. Actually the same ones that you ist im your Video eccept I use the 6" taper mold
Thi is a very simple video to make a beautiful sourdough as you prepared. Thanks 😊
So glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching!
I use 100g of starter with 500g of flour; interesting that you use 100g for 1000g of flour. I'm glad to see your Dutch oven looks "dirty" like mine. I can't get it clean no matter what I try.
People comment to me that it looks like I need a new one, but I have never even tried to make it look clean and sparkly✨ The well-loved and used look adds charm in my eyes 😆 I will say I need a new one simply because I’d love to have more than one! ☺️
Can this be made without the oil?
The recipe does not call for oil 😊 100g Active Sourdough Starter 700g Water 1,000g Flour 20g Salt
Oh sorry I posted on the wrong video. Going to try your recipe tomorrow!
Love this video! Your soaps look amazing.. May I ask what pink clay you use to get such a pretty pink soap on your blog. Perfect pink soap! Thanks so much.
Thank you! Yes, it’s rose kaolin clay amzn.to/49pLXM1 😊
Thank you so much .i love beeswax candle What size of wick did you use?
#2/0 cotton, here’s the link for the wick I use amzn.to/469gkU2
Thank you 🙏
The soap looks amazing! Will the soap show discoloring after a while? My soap often shows orange spots or edges unfortunately.
Thank you! I’ve not had this problem, but it may be because we cycle through our soap bars fairly quickly 😊
Hello, there is no storing it in the refrigerator? If so, wow! What temp range is your kitchen?
Hi there! No need for refrigeration. The average temp in our home is about 70 degrees, can get up to 74 during summer months 😊
with that amount of essential oils we go broke
You can scale down the essential oils to the amount you’re comfortable with 😉
When your kitchen temperatures are perfect for proofing, there is no effort in getting your dough to rise. However, for those that live in colder climates with much cooler homes, and the onset of winter it is not this simple. Trying to find the ideal warm place to put the bowl of dough becomes a challenge since one has to be careful placing in an oven even if it has been warmed. I have tried on a heating pad, but it keeps shutting off every half an hour! So your video is great when conditions are almost perfect!
Thank you 😊 This is why I encourage keeping our eyes on our dough and not on the clock. We live in Nebraska and bake sourdough throughout the year. You’re right, times for proofing vary greatly depending on the season and a bit more patience is required during the colder months for sure 😉
Awesome video!!! Thank you🥰
I’m glad you enjoyed it! Thank you 😊
This is the best instruction video I’ve ever watched. Thank you so much!!🫶 P.S. I would love love looove to see your sourdough starter video as well🥹
Thank you! 😊
Wow you know your stuff that loaf is beautiful
Thank you ☺️
Can you help me I need to bake one loaf . Two loaves is a bit to much for us . Thank you
For one loaf, you will use 50g Active Sourdough Starter, 350g Water, 500g Flour, and 10g Salt 😊
@SarahJeanIrene Can i bake the 1,000 sourdough mix as one loaf in a farmhouse tin 91/2 x6?
I have not baked one of that size before, but I’m sure you could. If you try it, let us know how it turns out 😊
Great video!! One of the easier recipes I’ve seen. Question, can I bulk ferment in fridge overnight?
Thank you! Yes, you can bulk ferment in fridge until you’re ready to shape ☺️
Thank you.
You bet! Enjoy!
Thank you 😊
You’re welcome! Enjoy! 😊
You’re welcome! Enjoy! 😊
Thank you for making sourdough baking simple. I bake weekly.
My pleasure! Thank YOU for watching!🤍
Thank you for this video! Will you please do a video on sourdough sandwich bread? I am a beginner and am milling my wheat berries. Do I need need a little extra water in my starter with freshly milled wheat? It seems pretty thick.
Absolutely! 🍞 That’s wonderful to mill your own wheat berries!! If you feel the starter is too thick you could add a touch more water to see if it gives you better results, however if your starter is happy and all the flour is fully incorporated when you feed it, it’s ok for your starter to be thick. The biggest variance will likely be in how long it takes for your starter to become active so I’d keep an eye on that as you experiment with different hydration ratios 😊