Bar Soap.
Buy a box at a time; cut into small squares and lay upon the garret-floor to dry for several weeks before it is used.
Soft Soap.
10 lbs. grease.
6 lbs. soda (washing).
8 gallons hot water.
Let it stand for several days until the grease is eaten up. If too thick, add more water. Stir every day. If wood-ashes are used instead of soda, boil the mixture.