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While going through inventory today, we came across some Birchwood Molds that had been returned to Bramble Berry. They have been used used once or twice but are definitely still useable. There are 2 small molds and 4 large molds. We're selling these very funcational (and also currently sold out … Continue Reading
A few weeks ago, I made Holiday 3-D soaps for the Skincare Naturals Gift Guide. The soap in the top photo is colored with Opalescent Green Mica, Non Bleeding Red and a opaque soap and scented with Christmas Spice. In the bottom photo, the round is colored with Merlot Mica and Super Pearly White in … Continue Reading
I recently fell in-like with Savor Soaps. Check out their Flikr Photostream here. Who is Savor Soaps?: Lisa Salamida from California is the brains behind this brand What: (Lisa says:) "I specialize in soap that resembles food, and especially desserts. I love to make whipped soap, like my Spun … Continue Reading
When my Aunt (somewhat of an amazing gourmet chef herself) tasted this vegetarian recipe, she said: "If you brought this to a potluck at a Seventh-Day Adventist Church, they would deify you!" If you make the recipe, let us know how it goes! Ingredients: 5 Tablespoons butter 1/4 cup … Continue Reading
Hat tip to BellinghamBloggers.comfor posting this photo. 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 with any of your soapy … Continue Reading
Happy Holidays from the Faiola Family! From left to right: Husband, Sharon (Aunt), Mike (Uncle), Wenche (Mom), Richard (Dad) Anne-Marie, Sam (the niece dog), Erik (Brother & Otion Manager) The best soap supplies on the internet are found at Bramble Berry. Click here to browse Bramble … Continue Reading
Trophy Cupcake Holiday Cupcake Originally uploaded by cakespy This holiday cupcake is from local Seattle cupcake company, Trophy. Thank you to Cakespy.com for finding this frosting-laden Christmas confection. The best soap supplies on the internet are found at Bramble Berry. Click here to browse … Continue Reading
We celebrate Christmas on Christmas Eve, as a nod to my Mom's Norwegian Heritage. For Christmas Eve dinner, we're having a lot of things (Blue Cheese Mashed Potatoes, Vegetarian Pot roast, salad, soup) but the main course is a delicious Portabella Lasagna with a Basil Cream Sauce. Here's my … Continue Reading
My goal was to run 50 miles between Thanksgiving and Christmas but as of tonight, I'm only at 38 miles. I may have to admit defeat given the houseful of guests and full family holiday schedule. Two more days to go... The best soap supplies on the internet are found at Bramble Berry. Click here … Continue Reading
My husband and my brother wanted to go bowling last night. Normally, it's a Saturday night and weekends are for family. But, Erik (Otion Store Manager) and the hubby really wanted to spend some guy time. But, we had a living room full of gifts to be wrapped, cooking for 9 to do, and a thorough house … Continue Reading
Every year for the last eight years, Bramble Berry has adopted families through the Salvation Army. Our staff donate their time after work to pick out perfect Secret Santa gifts and Bramble Berry donates our dollars. For 2007, Bramble Berry donated over 5% of our profits to various non-profits, both … Continue Reading
Congratulations to Comment #90 for the week, Natalie from Koinoniacommunity. I think this is the 2nd time that Natalie has won a contest on The Soap Queen. She is one lucky soaper! Natalie, you have a starter pack of Essential Oils from Organic Fusionbeing sent out today. =) The best soap … Continue Reading
I had a meeting downtown today. I knew my parking meter would expire at 11:00 a.m. At 10:55, I had my quarter out, ready to go stuff the meter. But, the conversation wasn't at any sort of natural pause so I just hoped that the meter maid wouldn't be in my area. After the meeting, when I got to my … Continue Reading
Cow Cupcakes (almost finished) Originally uploaded by kylie lambert The artistry and painstaking patience on these cupcakes is astounding. Kylie Lambert has taken the cow cupcakes to an art form - and a consumable art form to boot. Anything this pretty deserves recognition, praise and then, a … Continue Reading