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Tomorrow is the first day of #SoaptheRainbow! If you haven't heard, for the next six weeks I'm celebrating color on the blog and Instagram. Each week will represent a different color starting tomorrow with red. On Instagram, Twitter and Facebook I will be on the lookout for photos featuring the … Continue Reading
Happy weekend! The past few weeks have been incredibly full. Last week, I attended the Entrepreneur of the Year Gala in Seattle. I had the honor of being nominated alongside many incredible entrepreneurs in the Northwest. While I did not win the award, it was an honor to be nominated. I know that's … Continue Reading
It was a colorful week here on the blog. For the next 6 weeks, we will be celebrating color with the #SoaptheRainbow Series. Each week, you can share your creations on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter by tagging them with #SoaptheRainbow. Some of our favorites will be featured on the Bramble Berry … Continue Reading
With temperatures rising, it's time to get outside and enjoy the sun. To stay safe while enjoying the rays, I always lather on layers and layers of sunscreen. But, even with proper precautions, sun exposure can cause dry and irritated skin. Years ago, I developed a recipe for "skinsicles," a frozen … Continue Reading
Experimenting with color is one of my favorite aspects of making soap. The possibilities for color variations and combinations are endless. Starting this Monday, June 27th, I will be celebrating all things color with a "Soap the Rainbow" series on the blog and Instagram. The series also includes two … Continue Reading
Yesterday was the first official day of summer. Thanks to the sun, my garden and flowers have been growing like crazy. The fresh blooms inspired me to create this Buttercup Melt & Pour Soap. The Mini Daisy Silicone Column Molds create flowers within the bars, and a thin strip of green soap … Continue Reading
You poured your soap into the mold and everything looks wonderful. But, when you look at the soap the next day...ack! There's a huge crack down the center. What happened? There are several reasons why your batch may have cracked. Below are some of the most common cracking culprits, and how to avoid … Continue Reading
Summer means bright colors, cool drinks and of course, Shark Week. Shark Week on the Discovery channel starts June 26th. The Shark Attack Melt and Pour Soap is the perfect way to celebrate. The bars are made by embedding shark toys into swirled blue and white soap. Coconut Mango Fragrance Oil gives … Continue Reading
Summer is the perfect time to try bright makeup colors. If the idea of bright cosmetics makes you feel a little intimated, sheer lip colors are one way to try the look without committing fully. This Neon Pink Lip Tint has a sheer yet buildable color. Use your fingers or a brush to apply a thin layer … Continue Reading
There are so many designs that can be created with cold process soap. The ability to manipulate the texture from thick and pipeable to fluid and pourable allows a wide variety of possible techniques. For example, thin soap can be swirled in the mold to create a spin swirl. On the other hand, … Continue Reading
Shark Week on the Discovery channel starts June 26th. If you're a fan, this Shark Soap project is for you! To create the appearance of crashing waves, white and blue soap are swirled together. Then, shark toys are placed into the soap to look like they are jumping out of the water. I scented it with … Continue Reading
Photo by Lara Ferroni. If you're new to soaping, the process can seem a bit overwhelming. You can learn how to make soap and, with all the resources out there for free, never leave the comfort of your own home to do so =) There are multiple factors to take into account like temperature, equipment, … Continue Reading
At first glance, making soap can seem intimidating. However, it's so easy to make! This week we launched the new Natural Soap Kit for Beginners, which includes everything you need to make soap from scratch. It also includes FREE SHIPPING anywhere in the lower 48 United States. The kit has three … Continue Reading
Here in the Pacific Northwest, we have been experiencing a heat wave with temperatures in the high 80's. While it's not officially summer yet, it certainly feels like it. It has inspired me to create projects with bright colors, fruity scents and skin-soothing properties. If you're looking for some … Continue Reading