Tutorials on soapmaking, bath fizzies, lotions and more
E-Book Infusing: Herbs, Spices, Teas and Clays Infusing Herbs, Spices, Teas & Clays - Have you ever wondered how to naturally achieve rich, vibrant color in your soaps, lotions, massage oils and lip balms? This is my how-to on infusing herbs, spices, teas, & clays for naturally adding color … Continue Reading
A new version of the Safe Cosmetic Act has been released. You can read the full version of it here. http://www.opencongress.org/bill/112-h2359/text Many of our customers have asked me why I haven’t come out with a position on the bill yet. The reason is two-fold: (1) I had additional questions that … Continue Reading
This simple, four ingredient recipe only has 4 steps, making it easy to whip together a luxurious bath after a hard day on your feet. What's so great about goatsmilk? Goatmilk is particularly moisturizing and nourishing to the skin because of capric-caprylic triglyceride. Capric-caprylic … Continue Reading
5 No-Excuses Online Marketing Formulas for Handmade Micro-Business Owners Guest post by: Donna Maria According to a recent article in eMarketer, a recognized digital marketing authority, word of mouth marketing is critical for small business owners. I know. You already knew that. But the phrase, … Continue Reading
Bubbles Soap Tray Mold (Can't you just see this with the awesome Neons with a black background?) … Continue Reading
I've been involved in the bath and body industry since I was 16 years old. Over the years, I've seen a lot of ways of communicating important soapmaking information come and go. AOL chat rooms, Yahoo Groups, Forums, LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Ning networks - you name it, there are a lot … Continue Reading
I hope you've had a great weekend. We spent the weekend with friends, enjoying the sun and luxuriating in the very mild temperatures Washington State is having right now (yes, we feel very lucky when we look at the heat wave elsewhere in the US). Jamisen met his first puppy this weekend, Cookie, … Continue Reading
In this episode of Soap Queen TV, I'll show how to quickly and easily infuse Sweet Almond oil with Calendula petals. Then use this nourishing oil in a simple, from-scratch lip balm recipe featuring Shea Butter and Natural Beeswax. You can also get creative and use the infused oil in homemade … Continue Reading
Guest Post by: Donna Maria A previous post, Don’t Break Your Life, continues to generate a lot of heartfelt discussion. As micro-business owners, we all want to grow our businesses, and be profitable, but we don’t want to compromise our lives, our marriages, and our families. I started my business … Continue Reading
Who is Anne Bloom? According to her blog profile, she's a northwest native, soapmaker, bagpiper, and teacher; a lover of plants, food, travel, history, and arcane knowledge; a wife and mother of three...who currently resides in Seattle, Washington. If that wasn't enough, she runs a local soap … Continue Reading
I hope you have been enjoying the weekend as much as I have. Obviously, Jamisen is feeling rather patriotic about Independence Day. … Continue Reading
Jamisen continues to rock my world - his little smile absolutely makes me want to walk over hot coals, his cooing takes away all tiredness pain and his little hands and feet make my heart melt like hot butter. His Daddy is an equal great fan (as are his grandparents). These are some of the things … Continue Reading
If you have never made cold process soap before, I strongly suggest getting a couple of basic recipes under your belt before diving in. Check out Soap Queen TV on Cold Process if you want to get started with cold process. It’s a 4 part series that will take you through the basics (and be sure to … Continue Reading
Anne-Marie Note: Like the way guest blogger Erin thinks? She's teaching Scrubs 101 and 201 at the 2012 Soap Weekend Intensive. The link hasn't been made public yet so shhhh, you've got a head start. Only 19 spots are available - don't miss out and sign up for Soap Weekend Intensive in June 2012 … Continue Reading