Tutorials on soapmaking, bath fizzies, lotions and more
Summertime brings all kinds of exciting things: warmer weather, lots of trips to the beach and in our case, new episodes of Soap Queen TV! We spent last Friday afternoon filming a whopping four episodes. That includes two new tutorials, a SQTV short on a fun scrub and a quick primer on the best way … Continue Reading
Can you believe the fourth of July is only two weeks away? I definitely can't! At Bramble Berry we're all looking forward to summer though, and earlier this week we featured a Fireworks Cold Process tutorial to get you thinking about summer-themed projects. Since the weather has been so nice lately, … Continue Reading
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This week, several more guest bloggers shared their take aways from this year's Handcrafted Soap and Cosmetic Guild Conference. First, Jodi from Empire Rose Soap Co. walked us through the process of creating your own nail polish. If you'd like to learn more about customizing your own nail color, the … Continue Reading
I've been obsessed with the new Swirl Tools since we introduced them earlier this year. I love the precision I can get in a design across the entire surface of the soap. A few of the projects I've used them in so far have been the Peacock Swirl Challenge, Butterfly Swirl, and the Fall Sherbet Soap. … Continue Reading
In addition to beautiful colors and fantastic fragrances, exfoliants can add a touch of interest to soap to make it extra special. Bramble Berry carries 19 exfoliants, from Bamboo Powder to Walnut Shells. Talk about choices! Our guest blogger Jean Horn did an excllent re-cap of a Soap & Cosmetic … Continue Reading
With little ones running around, I like to keep our 4th of July fireworks display kid-friendly -- lots of Pop-Its and maybe a heavily supervised sparkler. To imitate the big booms without actually having to set one off, I created this fun firework-inspired soap. This soap features droplets of gold … Continue Reading
In this Soap Guild 2014 recap post, guest blogger Jodi Chen walks us through the ins and outs of creating your own nail polish. The session was presented by Christina Rose, owner and creative director of KBShimmer Bath and Body. Read on to learn all about creating an awesome nail polish that will … Continue Reading
Sure it may remind you of Christmas and candy canes, but peppermint essential oils shouldn't be limited to holiday-themed projects. Bramble Berry carries two types of peppermint essential oils, and while their differences are subtle, they can be important! Read on to learn more about both kinds of … Continue Reading
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This week we shared five tutorials tutorials to get your feet sandal-ready for summer. Included in this series was an Invigorating Foot Soak, Cranberry Seed Foot Scrub, Rose Clay Foot Mask and a Moisturizing Heel Balm. To make these projects easy to give or sell, make sure to download the free … Continue Reading
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The weekend is almost here, and after a long day on your feet, it's always nice to come home and relax. Summer is around the corner too, which means it's time to break out the sandals and get your toes in flip flop shape. To help you out, we've put together this handy free instruction sheet that … Continue Reading
For tired and cracked heels, this moisturizing Heel Butter will freshen up your feet in no time. The secret ingredient is the cera bellina wax, which gives the balm a smooth and luxurious texture. It also contains a number of skin loving oils and butters, including shea butter, castor oil, cocoa … Continue Reading
The third step in our pampering home pedicure series is applying this thick, moisturizing foot mask. Featuring rose clay and kaolin clay, this mask purifies and detoxifies the skin as the avocado extract and vitamin E oil moisturize and nourish. For a step-by-step how to guide on giving yourself a … Continue Reading
This is step two in our home pedicure routine. After you've given yourself a soothing foot bath with the Invigorating Bath Fizzy, exfoliate your feet with this Cranberry Seed Foot Scrub. This recipe contains numerous scrubby additives, such as Pumice, Extra Fine Epsom Salt and Baking Soda. If you'd … Continue Reading
This fizzy bath bomb foot soak is step one in our luxurious home pedicure routine. The soak contains 1st Distillation Peppermint Essential Oil, which leaves a pleasant cooling sensation on your feet, while the Epsom Salts are calming and soothing. The Round Bath Bomb Clam Shell Mold acts as both … Continue Reading