Loaf Soap Molds with No Liner - Genius!

So, I started some preliminary window shopping on the web and quickly realized that the loaf or bar molds would be a pretty hefty investment. Initially I expected them to be pretty cheap, as most are a pretty simple wooden box (that I would like to think I could m ke myself, but who am I kidding ... I won't.)

That's when I came across these BEAUTIES!

Photo Credit: No Liner Soap Molds

This set comes with two loaf molds and a cutter - that can also be used as a third mold.

My excitement stems from not having to deal with lining wooded molds with wax paper. It may seem a little petty or lazy, but at this stage of the game eliminating any steps I can should aid in successful soapmaking.

The 10 to 12 lb. set comes in at $62.50 on Ebay from a fella named MrDoGood123. Wooden lids are an extra 3 bucks a piece and shipping is just about $15. I think I'll go with the lids.

****For those keeping score at home, thats $86.50 for the molds and cutting gear, and $14.95 for the book. Grand total $101.45 ) At this point I think I'll be lucky to make my first batch of soap for under $250. I think I'm also going to have to scrap the idea of building a workbench in the garage and beg to use the kitchen.****

With what's included this set costs just about as much (or maybe less) that wooden sets - that can get really expensive.

Again ... more than I really thought it was going to cost to start up this hobby, but that's just me...and what do I know.

I'll let you know when I place my order.