Tutorials on soapmaking, bath fizzies, lotions and more
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The grand opening of Otion's Crafter's Corner last week on May 8 was an exciting success. The team at Otion worked hard to set up the new crafting space, and completely reset the store as well! Now that Crafter's Corner is up and running, anyone can come in and start making their own lip balm, nail … Continue Reading
While I'm passionate about healthy eating, every now and then it's necessary to indulge! A birthday party is the perfect occasion for a treat, so when celebrating Jamisen's birthday, I decided to make a "grown up cake" in additional to the store-bought, sugar-filled tractor cake. The moment I saw … Continue Reading
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Spring is in full swing! Last week temperatures in Bellingham hit the high 70s, which is a delightful treat for a city that has a reputation for being one of the rainiest in all of Washington state. April showers definitely bring May flowers, and we're also smack dab in the middle of floral-fueled … Continue Reading
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This week we kicked off a series of sales and promotions that will continue into next week. Be sure to keep your eyes on the blog and the Bramble Berry Facebook page for the coupon codes. If you'd like to be the first to know about sales and specials in advance, sign up for the Newsletter. … Continue Reading
The tutorials and promotions continue today with this light and fresh Rose Water Lotion. This a simple lotion recipe that is great for beginner lotion makers. We didn't add any additional color or fragrance to it so the natural aroma of the rose water can really shine. This recipe also features … Continue Reading
There are too few male soap artists, but maybe the work of today's soapy spotlight interview will change that. James Troia began soaping in 2013 after purchasing a $9 bar of soap that quickly fell apart. Determined to make something better, he started London Suds and hasn't stopped soaping since. … Continue Reading
The next two weeks will feature all kinds of exclusive tutorials and specials discounts. We took inspiration from rose, lavender and foxglove blooms, winding pathways and secret gardens tucked away behind giant stone castles. Expect lots of light floral scents, rich colors, and tutorials to help you … Continue Reading
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After weeks of patiently (and sometimes not-so-patiently) waiting, Otion's Crafter's Corner Grand Opening party is happening this week! Otion is Bramble Berry's retail outlet located on 301 W Holly St. in Bellingham, Wash, and their Crafter's Corner grand opening event will begin at 10 a.m. on … Continue Reading
"Think of all the beauty still left around you and be happy." -- Anne Frank Happy Weekend! We've had a chance to get outdoors (yesterday) and even do a bit of gardening (bean bushes). Like last year, I went way overboard on the greens. I have enough kale to open up my own farm stand at this point. … Continue Reading
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Sometimes a good bar of soap needs a little something special to take it from being a good bar to a positively super-spectacular-bar-of-awesomeness. While there is plenty to add to soap, from exfoliants to exotic oils, extracts are our secret weapon of choice to create a truly amazing bar of … Continue Reading
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This week the sun came out in full force, warming up cloudy Bellingham to 70 degrees! All this sunshine certainly inspired new projects and recipes, including a delicious twist on kale salad. Using roasting chickpeas instead of croutons, the Roasted Chickpea and Kale Cucumber Salad is the perfect … Continue Reading
For commanding attention in a room, nothing beats a bright red lip. Classy and sophisticated, this look is as stylish now as it was in the 1950s. In this episode of Soap Queen TV, you can learn how to make your own hyper-pigmented lipstick in three different shades. Whatever your skin tone, one of … Continue Reading
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Soapmaking inspiration can strike anywhere. Sometimes you're stuck in traffic, waiting for an appointment or idly daydreaming about your next soaping session when the idea for the perfect recipe hits you. You may not be near a computer, but chances are you probably have your phone on you. That's … Continue Reading
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After a brief break from our Make it Month contest, we're bringing it back in full force! Throughout the month of May, you'll receive a complimentary .5 oz. sample of Sunny Herb Garden Fragrance Oil with every order. It smells like fresh picked herbs with a subtle floral scent. It holds up … Continue Reading