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« on: September 08, 2010, 04:14:41 PM »
Hi Folks,

I am pondering about packaging some round soaps, and I do not want to use boxes.   
I was wondering if any one had any techniques of using paper in the style of Roger & Gallet.  I have tried doing it several times but it comes out looking like a pigs ear.

Any ideas warmly received.
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« Reply #1 on: September 08, 2010, 04:18:10 PM »
Gosh, I always wondered how they do that... It's neatly plaited.

I suspect you'll need proper equipment, or a lot of time to spend.  Have to think if it'll be cost-effective.
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« Reply #2 on: September 08, 2010, 04:27:50 PM »
It won't give you exact pleats but, I use a big rool of duct tape, place paper on top and shove soap down into middle. Trim of excess and put ingredients label on to seal.

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« Reply #3 on: September 08, 2010, 04:34:58 PM »
Quote from: Eire on September 08, 2010, 04:27:50 PM
It won't give you exact pleats but, I use a big rool of duct tape, place paper on top and shove soap down into middle. Trim of excess and put ingredients label on to seal.

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Thanks Eire, will have a go in a mo  Grin  Though knowing me it will come out looking pretty awfull, lol
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« Reply #4 on: September 08, 2010, 04:45:04 PM »
How handy! One more useful application for the duct tape!  Grin
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« Reply #5 on: September 08, 2010, 04:47:20 PM »
Just tried it - another pigs ear but at least I now have a matching set  Muttley

Back to the drawing board.
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« Reply #6 on: September 08, 2010, 04:51:34 PM »
I use thumb and 1st finger of R hand to pleat and thunb and 1st finger of L hand to hold the soap and the pleats as they're made.

Quick go with circle of kitchen roll - circle too big and kitchen roll not the best paper for folding.

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« Reply #7 on: September 08, 2010, 04:53:02 PM »
Wow Elaine, I must be all thumbs - you have inspired me to have another go
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« Reply #8 on: September 08, 2010, 04:55:51 PM »
Elaine, you must be highly skilled with these, because all your corn dollies look perfect.  I know where you get your practice from!  Muttley
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« Reply #9 on: September 08, 2010, 05:18:29 PM »
Elaine - you are one nifty pleater!
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« Reply #10 on: September 08, 2010, 05:28:44 PM »
I'll see whether Jones will take a series of pics over my shoulder to show the wrapping in process.
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« Reply #11 on: September 08, 2010, 07:15:21 PM »
 Popcorn  We are waiting
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« Reply #12 on: September 08, 2010, 07:17:13 PM »
He ain't home yet.

Then he'll have to eat.

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« Reply #13 on: September 08, 2010, 07:22:01 PM »
A great deal of practice, the correct paper and the right size. Well you asked! Rather you than me I think. I am not dextrous (or patient) enough.
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« Reply #14 on: September 08, 2010, 08:35:03 PM »
would muslin behave a little easier?
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