I have the perfect spring craft for you this week: DIY Succulent soap. Like most of my DIYs, they will look super cute around your house or also make a great gift. You can add whatever essential oils you prefer but I chose eucalyptus because something about it seems perfect for spring. Right? So is this DIY Rose & Almond Foam Face Cleanser, but I might be biased.
Not only that but melt and pour soaps are so fun. If you buy the clear can you can put just about anything in it to create the perfect gift. Have nieces? Shopkins. Nephews? Mini Batman and Spiderman toys. Gardener? Succulents! Or, cute plastic flowers. Coffee lover? Coffee beans. Beach lover? Shells. Someone who loves money? Quarters! You get the picture. Anything that is small and plastic can be put inside these adorable soaps. This article on melt and pour soaps has a bunch of other cute ideas if you need more inspiration.
DIY Succulent Soap
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This literally might also be my easiest DIY yet and is completely foolproof. No Pinterest fails here.
DIY Succulent Soap Supplies:
- Silicone Soap Mold
- Extra clear melt and pour soap base
- Mini succulents (could also use coin money or even little toys like Shopkins.)
- Pyrex or other glass measuring cup
- Microwave
Here are a couple of notes about the supplies:
1.) Any shape soap mold if fine, but make sure to double check that whatever item you put in it will fit. My succulents were slightly wider than the rectangle molds I bought. I ended up liking the look but you might not.
2.) Extra clear is very important. Sometimes even the “clear” is a little foggy like my photos show. Still cool, but definitely cooler when clearer.
RELATED: If you’re looking for another spring craft, try these DIY Coffee Filter Flowers. Make a wreath or top your succulent soaps with them.
Directions:
1.) If not cut already, cut your melt and pour (I used a knife) in small cubes and melt about 60 seconds at a time in the microwave.
2.) Fill your molds about 1/5 to 1/4 of the way full to create a base.
3.) Leave to harden. This takes about 30- 45 minutes
4.) Place your item in the mold on top of the hardened soap.
5.) Cut up more soap, melt again and cover the item.
6.) Allow them to harden again.
7.) Pop out and enjoy!
If you could make these what would you put in them? Let us know!
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What a cool idea. Looks so pretty, I’m not sure if I could actually use it, but it’s definitely great as a gift!
For sure!
This has to be my favorite soap idea yet! And on another note…I’m obsessed with your faucet. lol.
haha thank you! Wayfair had just what I need(ed). LOL
How cool! I love these!
So fun printed this out for the future.
I was wondering what you were teasing the other day. This is even better than expected. Gotta make these!
These are almost too pretty, I don’t think I’d ever want to use them! They look lovely too, it’s always nice to have decorative soaps in a bathroom.
Such a fun idea! I looooove succulents and think these would make a great gift.
We have made these types of soap before and they are really easy to make. Never thought about adding succulents. Makes for a very pretty soap.
This DIY soap is so pretty and sounds easy to make. I’m not a very crafty person but you have made me want to try this myself. Thanks!
My grandmother used to make soap like this! Brings back memories! Love the idea!
Aww I love that! I’m a big fan of long-standing traditions 🙂
I haven’t seen soaps with succulents before, that’s a great idea. I can imagine seeing this at a fancy hotel or something! They are so cute!!
Ruth | http://www.ruthinrevolt.com
oooh I would love to see this in a hotel!
Those are so cute! Thanks for the DIY post!
So welcome!
This is so cute. Definitely a chic soap and I want to make one of these when I get the time. Thanks for sharing!
So pretty! I love handmade soaps but have never made my own. Might be time to give it a try!
These are great to start with because they could not be any easier.
These are adorable! They look like a lot of fun to make and would look beautiful in any bathroom. These would also be a great gift! What a neat idea.
Indeed they would!
How cool and it’s, looks easy too. Will try this and let you know 🙂
Please do! I’d love to see how yours turns out.
These are soooo cute! These would make a perfect DIY gift!
These are gorgeous! I have been wanting to try some with flower petals but I never thought of succulents! This is so creative! Thanks for sharing!
Flower petals – I love that idea, too!
These are so cute but I wouldn’t use them. I’d use them for decorations lol
haha I can understand that!
OMG These are absolutely beautiful!!!! These are great gifts but I think I’d want to keep them for myself!
These are so pretty! Perfect way to add pops of greenery around the house for Spring!
-Jennifer
https://maunelegacy.com
Absolutely. 🙂
These are amazing, what an awesome idea! And a perfect gift. Thanks for the step-by-step, I’d never figure this out on my own.
Oh, it’s super simple!
Wait these are so cool! Would make a great gift!
xo
Sami
The Classic Brunette