There's no doubt that desserts are enjoying a huge come back. Cupcakes, cookies, chocolate fountains... you name it. We love watching people make them on TV (thank you, Food Network!) and soaking in the incredible food photography all over the internet. And of course, we excitedly put that sweet … Continue Reading
New Soap Queen TV series – CP Soap
You asked for it and I listened! There have been numerous requests for a video on how to make Cold Process Soap. But the Cold Process soapmaking process is too complicated to show in one 5 minute video. So I have broken down the basics into a 4 part series. Once you've seen all 4 videos you will be … Continue Reading
New! New! New!
Bramble Berry just received two brand new fragrance oils that you're going to LOVE: Papaya Coconut and Blue Man! I was squealing with excitement when I found out they were finally here. You'll also want to check out the new Soapmaking Goggles, Surplus Blue Labcolor, Tractor Mold and Ice Cream … Continue Reading
Working Overtime: Christy Rose of KBShimmer
I recently finished filming 2 advanced cold process episodes of Soap Queen TV with special guest, Christy Rose of KBShimmer (see blog post here). These video tutorials are going to be amazing! She is such a talented soap artist and was a joy to work with. We had a blast on set. I'm so thrilled that … Continue Reading
Chocolate, Scrubs & Soap
One of the best parts of my Bramble Berry life is teaching and interacting with customers who want to reach the next level in their business. Yesterday, I had the pleasure of working with Erin of CottonTreeChocolate.com on a special project that is near and dear to her heart. She has a chocolate … Continue Reading
Happy Easter Everybunny!
I hope everyone is enjoying their day with friends, family and good food! The best soap supplies on the internet are found at Bramble Berry. Click here to browse Bramble Berry. Have a question about this blog post? Come join us at Bramble Berry's Facebook page and we can help you out … Continue Reading
Rules for a Turnaround
Alaska Airlines Originally uploaded by smenzel Last week, I attended a talk put on by Western Washington University Business Forum. The guest speaker was a superstar CEO, William S. Ayer, the leader in charge of Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air. And, he was a superstar speaker. His message was … Continue Reading
Money Wi$e Honorable Mentions
Yesterday, I announced the winner of the Money Wi$e contest. It was a totally random contest so I didn't get to play favorites with the answers. I had asked participants to leave a comment on the blog and share their best money saving tips (for our current eh hem, challenging economic situation). … Continue Reading
Pedal to the Metal, the Hamster is Driving!
Tractor molds are here just in time for spring and they're flying (or driving) off the shelves! Grab a mold and make your tractors today! Ingredients 1 lb Clear Soap Base Yellow Mica Vintage Gray Mica Liquid Green Oxide Fragrance Oil Toys Scoops Injector Tool Tractor Mold ONE: Melt … Continue Reading
Money Wi$e Winner!
Thank you to all who entered the Money Wi$e blog contest. I loved reading all of your in depth money saving tips, tricks and resources. Check out the post and read all of the fabulous money saving tips here, if you haven't already. Random.org picked a number between 1 and 94: Comment number 55 … Continue Reading
New Video Release: Emulsified Scrub
How to Make Emulsified Scrub Online Video: Only $5.95 Scrub, Lotion, Soap all in ONE! This online video tutorial is all about how to make an emulsified scrub. Clocking in at over 7 minutes, this is a longer, more detailed version of SoapQueen.TV than you’ve seen before. In this video, … Continue Reading
Neroli Gone Wild
Neroli Originally uploaded by Starzyia Neroli Fragrance Oil is our choice for a fantastic orange, citrus scent that's not too sweet but not too bitter. It's just right. Vickie L. just posted on our Facebook Fan page today that Neroli "smells just like orange blossoms *swoon*" Neroli … Continue Reading
Soap Weekend Intensive Project Preview
We're so excited to announce Erin Pikor's second melt and pour project she'll be teaching at this years Soap Weekend Intensive: Apple Pie! How cute is that? We're throwing around the idea of making it into a Strawberry Rhubarb Pie for summer. What do you think? Check out the other project Erin will … Continue Reading
Dyeing for that Marbled Look
Easter is this Sunday. Have you dyed your eggs yet? Check out how you can use your soapmaking LabColors to dye your eggs, too! I got the marbled idea from the fabulous and creative Martha Stewart (I heart her). What are your great egg dying techniques? Ingredients Soapylove Jewelry Box … Continue Reading