Merry Christmas from our family to yours. However you celebrate the season, may it be filled with love, laughter and family. … Continue Reading
Merry Christmas
#AwkwardFamilyPhotos
This photo was too funny not to share and ask for help with a caption. Jamisen was rather startled to be handed to a giant green Grinch but, rest assured, Chris and I were right there to cheer him on. Apparently, our cheering? Not so motivating as evidenced by the look on his face. Got any great … Continue Reading
Happy Holidays (and closure notice)
Holiday Closure: Bramble Berry will be closed December 22nd until December 27th, re-opening on Wednesday December 28th. We wish you and your family a Happy Holiday while we are celebrating with our families, too! When we return we will work hard to catch up and ship all orders in the order they were … Continue Reading
Soap Queen TV: Making Vintage Inspired Soap
Inspired by some cool antique keys and escutcheons (key hole covers) I found, I made soap molds so I could have vintage themed soap. Learn how easy it is in this episode of Soap Queen TV! Get everything you need to make this project with the click of a button! What You'll Need: Flexy Fast … Continue Reading
Apple Crostata with Cheddar Pie Crust
I got this awesome recipe from the Martha Stewart Thanksgiving Central site. There are a whopping 71 pies and tarts in her recipe collection but my Dad and I decided that we really wanted to try this awesome Apple Crostata with a free form crust. This (obviously) is Martha's photo: It was … Continue Reading
Bramble Berry Cookie Exchange 2011
'Tis the season for traditions and in addition to our annual Salvation Army Shopping Trip, we do a cookie exchange at Bramble Berry. This year's cookie exchange definitely topped last year's event with more cookies (even Paleo cookies!), more participants and more holiday cheer. This year I made … Continue Reading
Dealing with Competitors
I know this may come as a shock, but (whispering), we have competitors. I know, I know, you never dreamt of looking elsewhere for your soapmaking supplies but if you had, you may find one or (eh hem) 50 fellow soapmaking supply companies. Recently on our FB page, someone asked how to deal with … Continue Reading
New Cold Process Kit at BB
Have you always wanted to make your own cold process soap but don't know where to start? We're here for you! First, watch the free 4 part series on Cold Process soapmaking to get familiar with the process, then purchase an easy kit just for beginners! Beginner's Cold Process Kit Making natural … Continue Reading
Annual BB Charity Shopping Trip
It's everyone's favorite time of year, when the giving spirit runs through our veins and people come together to help and support those in need. This year Bramble Berry sponsored five different families (with a total of 25 people) through the Salvation Army. The Brambleberrians warm my heart. This … Continue Reading
Winter Salt Soak
To finish off our winter relief series, treat your little tootsies to a warm, fizzy, epsom salt soak. Epsom Salt has been long known for it's abilities as a natural remedy for so many ailments. Plus I've designed a special "sore muscle" essential oil blend that will diminish your foot cramps, aches … Continue Reading
What’s New at Bramble Berry?
I just realized we haven't done a "what's new post" in ages. Check out some of the new inventory flying off the shelves at the Bramble Berry warehouse. Literally! We're already out of stock of the 9 Bar Mold, the Funnels and the Beveler. They're on order and will be back soon. Row 1: Bail Jars. … Continue Reading
Winter Lip Balm Recipe
Did you make the Winter Body Balm and have left over ingredients? Just alter the ingredients a little bit to make a lip balm. It's great for the skier in your life and comes with the same darling, winter themed labels. The giant push tube allows for easy application on the mountain and you don't … Continue Reading
How to Label: Lotion
Here we are on the final installment of our labeling series. I hope you've found these helpful, easy to understand and a good starting point for entering into the world of producing retail-ready products. I've already shown you how to label a lip balm and cold process soap. In this post, I want … Continue Reading
Winter Body Balm Recipe + Free Printable
I love making balms because they're so easy to create and there are so many different ways that you can make them. This Winter Body Balm recipe is designed to comfort and heal your dry, chapped winter skin making a perfect gift for that skier on your Christmas list. It has a creamy consistency for a … Continue Reading