How to Make Saddle Soap

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Gather your ingredients.

   To make a conditioning saddle soap that will restore moisture to leather tack, you will need: 3 1/2 cups of water 1/4 cup of neatsfoot oil 3/4 cup of grated Ivory soap 1/2 cup of grated beeswax or paraffin
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   Step 2: Boil the water.

   Add the 3 1/2 cups of water to a pot and bring to the boil over a high heat.
   
   Once the water is boiling, reduce the heat to medium. , Add the grated ivory soap to the water and stir until melted.
   
   Then add the grated beeswax or paraffin oil and stir until melted. , Take the pot off the heat and add the neatsfoot oil.
   
   Stir the contents of the pot continually until the soap mix cools and thickens. , Pour the thickened saddle soap mix into a jar or sealable container for storage.
   
   Wait until the saddle soap has set before using. , For instructions on how to clean leather tack and boots using saddle soap, see this article.
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   Step 3: Add the ivory soap and beeswax/paraffin.

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   Step 4: Remove from the heat and add oil.

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   Step 5: Pour into a jar or container.

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   Step 6: Use the saddle soap.

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