Tutorials on soapmaking, bath fizzies, lotions and more
Making natural soap with essential oils is easier than you think. If you're nervous to give it a try, the new Natural Soap Kit for Beginners was designed with you in mind. The kit includes everything you need to try your first batch of soap made with natural ingredients. You can choose from three … Continue Reading
I know that just because you read my blog doesn't mean you've made cold process soap before. In fact, I know many of my readers have never made soap, and given how much I love it, I wanted to find an easy way for you to start. Now this may sound crazy, but the truth is cold process soapmaking is … Continue Reading
A large majority of people have never used handmade soap before. In fact, most people have never used soap before. Wait...what? If you take a look at commercial products sold in stores, it's likely you won't find the term "soap" on the package. Commercial soap sold in stores is often made with … Continue Reading
The warmer weather inspired several projects this week, including the Perfect Pineapple Cold Process Soap Tutorial. The recipe uses Flexy Fast Molding Putty and a real pineapple to create an authentic fruit pattern on top of the soap. It's colored with shades of green and yellow and scented … Continue Reading
With the summer heat on its way, I have beaches on the brain. If you don't live close to a body of water, your bathtub is the next best thing. These Beach Ball Bath Bombs bring a little summer fun to the tub. They are created in the Bath Bomb Mold & Package. Once fully hardened, they are … Continue Reading
Juicy, sweet and slightly tart, pineapple is a delicious summer fruit. I love putting pineapple in smoothies or just enjoying it on its own. They are also super popular right now; I have been seeing pineapple themed paper goods, clothing and designs popping up everywhere! For this project, I wanted … Continue Reading
Fragrance can represent moods, colors, places and people. You may have a favorite fragrance oil, but which fragrance represents your personality? Take the quiz below to find out. To take the quiz, you do need to include your email address, which will sign you up for the Bramble Berry newsletter. But … Continue Reading
Today is a day to remember and honor those who have served and died in our Armed Services. These men and women have sacrificed so much to protect our way of life. I hope that you have a wonderful Memorial Day, and take a moment to give thanks. I would like to personally thank my father and grandpa … Continue Reading
Dried herbs are a great addition to any soap recipe. This week the blog featured several tutorials made with botanicals, including the Chamomile Oat Melt and Pour Bars. The top layer is decorated with chamomile herb for a unique and natural look. The bars also have chamomile extract and Chamomile … Continue Reading
Thyme & Witch Hazel Facial Bars. Photo by Jan Berry. Today, Jan Berry of The Nerdy Farm Wife was kind enough to share this recipe for Thyme & Witch Hazel Facial Bars from her new book, 101 Easy Homemade Products for your Skin, Health and Home. The book is full of unique and simple recipes … Continue Reading
Last week I made this gluten-free bread recipe. After pouring it in the pan, I immediately tapped it on the counter to get rid of air bubbles. I had to laugh because that is such a "soaper" thing to do. Knowing other crafters have similar experiences, I asked how others know they're a soaper on the … Continue Reading
Chamomile is one of my favorite herbs to incorporate in bath and beauty products. It smells amazing, looks appealing and is known for its soothing properties. For these Chamomile Oat Bars, I added chamomile extract to Stephenson Oatmeal and Shea Melt and Pour to create a super luxurious bar. … Continue Reading
Jan of Sunlit Soap was the first winner of the #SoapShare contest on Instagram that I started about a year ago. The moment I saw her gorgeous Meryt Mermaid Soap, I knew immediately she was the winner. Jan has a keen eye for design, and it shows in every bar. She is a master of pairing colors, … Continue Reading
This week the blog featured several projects inspired by fruit, including the Apple and Sage Salt Scrub. It is made with the new Apple Sage Fragrance Oil, which is the perfect blend of sweet and herby notes. To exfoliate and moisturize the skin, the recipe has Epsom salt and avocado oil. Evergreen … Continue Reading