1 c. lye
1/2 c. powdered Borax
2 tsp. lanolin
4 tsp. aromatic oil of rose, lavender or pine
3 tbsp. oatmeal, finely ground
11 c. fat, melted and strained
5 c. rain water or soft water
1/3 c. sugar
3 oz. glycerine

Measure rain water into crock or enamel pan. Add, vigorously stirring, one at a time until dissolved: lye, Borax and sugar. Continue stirring until cool. Slowly pour in fat and fragrance; stir for 15 minutes.

While stirring, add lanolin, glycerine and oatmeal. When mix is thick and creamy, pour into molds the size of soap bars or glass pans lined with waxed paper. Let stand until firm and cut. Wrap in waxed paper. Let stand one week before using.