Tutorials on soapmaking, bath fizzies, lotions and more
While browsing Pinterest one night, I stumbled upon these adorable Vanilla Bean Cupcakes with Champagne Buttercream Frosting on the blog, Poor & Pretty. It was clear they were created by someone with serious DIY skills and a creative eye. Following the blog led me to Sami Jo's Etsy shop, Poor … Continue Reading
Goat milk may be the most popular type of milk when it comes to soap making. Moisturizing and nourishing, goat milk contains lactic acid which helps keep skin smooth by naturally exfoliating skin. Goat milk also contains vitamins A, D and B6. Many soap makers find fresh goat milk via local farms and … Continue Reading
One of the questions we get asked all the time is, "Can I put cold process soap in your plastic molds?" The answer is yes, absolutely! However, the unmolding process is a little different compared to cold process in wood molds and silicone molds. The plastic molds are airtight. While your cold … Continue Reading
I'm so excited to announce that the new Bramble Berry app is ready to download and use! The team and I have been working on this app for months, making sure it is easy to use and full of resources. Best of all? It's free to use! Click here to learn more about the app, and click here to download on … Continue Reading
This weekend the team and I are busy with the photo shoot for my new book. The book is all about natural soap making and is scheduled to hit market early 2016. I can't wait to share it with you! If you follow me on Instagram, you have already seen plenty of sneak peeks into the projects. Check out … Continue Reading
Using milk in cold process soap gives it a luxurious and creamy feeling. For the next couple weeks, the blog will be full of projects made with milk. Adding milk to your cold process soap is different than using distilled water. If milk gets too hot, it can scorch. That creates an unpleasant smell … Continue Reading
In soap making, the term "bastille," commonly refers to cold process soap made with at least 70% olive oil. Olive oil is extremely gentle, making it the perfect oil for delicate or sensitive skin. This Buttermilk Bastille Baby Bar is comprised of olive oil and a small amount of coconut oil for … Continue Reading
Spring is the perfect time to create projects inspired by nature. The outdoors become filled with blooming flowers, ripe produce and fresh scents. This time of year translates perfectly into bath and body projects with bright color palettes, botanicals and floral fragrances. If you are looking for … Continue Reading
Milk soap involves replacing all, or part, of the water in a cold process recipe with milk. Milk options include (but are not limited to) cow milk, goat milk, almond milk, soy milk and milk powders. Soap made with milk is known for its luxurious feel and creamy lather. In particular, people with … Continue Reading
At a young age, my dad and mom instilled the value of hard work into my brother and I. Our dad also taught us about financial literacy and the importance of responsibility. I believe these lessons developed my passion for business and drive to stay busy. And yes, stay busy, deliberately! I am … Continue Reading
I hope you all are having a fantastic Easter Sunday! The family and I are taking Jamisen, Lily and Cousin Alise to an Easter egg hunt, and later will be dyeing eggs with LabColors. We are still living out of suitcases since the boiler explosion, but it is slowly becoming our new "normal." The house … Continue Reading
Soft and luxurious, silk is produced from caterpillar-like insects called silk worms. In bath and body products, liquid silk and Tussah silk fibers are added for a soft "silky" feel. Liquid silk is perfect for water based products such as lotion and emulsified scrubs. Small amounts can also be added … Continue Reading
The warmer temperatures and sunny days this week inspired tutorials that are full of color. The Dragon's Breath Cold Process Tutorial has orange, red and yellow colors, which are inspired by the fire emitted from a dragon's mouth. It is accented with a smoky scent from Dragon’s Blood Fragrance Oil. … Continue Reading
Can you believe it's already spring? With another season comes another session of the Soap Crafting Club. The Spring 2015 Soap Crafting Club starts in May, and believe me - you don't want to miss out on this session! If you are not familiar with the Soap Crafting Club, it's a fun way to expand your … Continue Reading