Ive tried to make lather a few times now with just soap and water with little or no usable results. But Ive given up on that. Why settle for just soap and water when I can try to make uber lather. Am I right? Ive attempted this twice now, and while what little bit I produce is far better than just the soap and water, I only get enough to cover my brush and my cup is left empty. Barely enough to shave one pass, or less because before I am finished it evaporates from my face. What could I be doing wrong?

HERE IS MY PROCESS

hot water in scuttle
hot water to soak in soap dish
enough shave cream and glycerin to cover a quarter
wet brush with hot water
add soapy water to cream and glycerin
load brush with soap
begin mixing lather ...and what happened

looks good, thick and creamy, warm from the scuttle, BUT barely anything there.
lucky to get half a shave then start over. Hardly a relaxing and enjoyable experience.

Any suggestions? Please!