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SOAP STAMPING HINT... Milky Way soap stamps work in cold-process as well as melt and pour soaps. Melt and pour soap base tends to be firmer and more brittle than cold-process soap, and the stamps may consequently require an extra tap or two to register a satisfactory image. If you wish to soften the M&P soap base, add 1-2 ounces water to each pound of base. The stamped images in this softer soap display a smoother, more polished finish. A simple, beautiful way to add even more visual contrast to the stamped image is through the use of dyes. Purchase un-inked stamp pads at any office supply store, then ink the pads using ordinary liquid food coloring or your favorite FD&C dye. Press the soap stamp into the pad enough to obtain a light, uniform coating of dye. Now tap the image into the soap. After use, clean the stamps using a brush and water. Dry thoroughly before storing.
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