Note: Don't be disappointed by the lathering of the felted bar the first time you use it in the shower. After the felting process is done and you've let the bar dry, it takes a little while for the lather to come back through the felt. But once it does, it's wonderful.
Soap Felting - How to Felt a Bar of Soap
By David Fisher, About.com Guide
Once the wool has completely formed around the bar of soap and isn't shrinking any more, you're done. Blot the bar of soap on a washcloth and set it up to dry.
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- Check the Felting Process
- Blot - Let it Dry - Use It!
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