You’ll need one large cooking pot in which to melt the lard/oils, a glass or plastic pitcher in which to mix the lye and water, a glass or plastic measuring cup and a wooden or plastic spoon or spatula for stirring. A mold is also needed, such as a rectangular plastic box, if you have one, or you can make one out of wood. A cover to put on top of the mold after you pour in your soap mixture will also be necessary. You can use another piece of plywood or heavy cardboard for this. A blanket will be needed to wrap it in, and some freezer paper to line the mold so the soap mixture doesn’t leak out the cracks. If you’d like to do it the old-fashioned way wet an old towel and line the box with that.