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Ashes were soaked in water for a few days which produces lye. The lye separates to the bottom of the kettle and is drained off. The lye is then mixed with animal fat and boiled. This is poured into a mold to make the soap. It wasn't the best smelling substance, but it did clean.

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17y ago

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