Tutorials on soapmaking, bath fizzies, lotions and more
Citric acid and baking soda (aka sodium bicarbonate) are the two main ingredients in bath bombs. That combination creates the fun fizzy reaction when the bath bomb is introduced to water. Additional ingredients can be added, such as oils, fragrance, color, glitter, and more. Then the mixture is … Continue Reading
Spring brings to mind images of sunny skies and colorful blooms. Here in the Pacific Northwest, we have a few months to go until that kind of spring happens. Currently, we are experiencing lots of rain and gray skies. But that's what keeps Washington state so beautiful and green, so no … Continue Reading
Daisies are such cheerful, happy-looking flowers. The bright white petals were the inspiration for this cold process soap recipe. White flower embeds are placed into a yellow soap base to create tall and skinny bars that are perfect for spring. The embeds are created with the Mini Daisy Silicone … Continue Reading
Jasmine blossoms are known for their strong and sweet aroma. The new Sultry Black Jasmine Fragrance Oil is an alluring spin on a classic jasmine scent, with additional notes of cassis, bergamot, and smoky musk. Because of its perfume-like qualities, it's a great choice for leave-on products such as … Continue Reading
It's a good thing I'm just coming off the Best Day Ever Challenge "Lite" because I sure need the energy. We've got exciting things afoot at Bramble Berry and wow, I can't wait to tell you about them soon. Very soon. Representatives from the Coalition of Handcrafted Entrepreneurs joined forces for … Continue Reading
If winter left your lips dry and chapped, a scrub is a great way to restore them. Just like body scrubs, lip scrubs exfoliate away dry skin. Once the dry skin is removed, lip balm absorbs better. Granulated sugar is the perfect lip exfoliant because it's gentle but scrubby (and it tastes good if you … Continue Reading
If you run out of ideas for your next handmade project, there are plenty of sources for inspiration. You can check out the #SoapShare tag on Instagram, head over to Pinterest, or visit your favorite blog. Sometimes, the easiest way to get ideas is to head outside. Nature is full of beautiful color … Continue Reading
Soap supplies tend to add up fast. A few fragrances here, a few molds there - all of a sudden your kitchen is completely taken over. Storage is limited for many soapers, especially those just starting out (been there, done that - I rendered my first batch of tallow in a small teensy apartment … Continue Reading
Have you been looking out of the corner of your eye and wondering what the heck I'm doing with Best Day Ever? Well, Bramble Berry enriches lives by empowering creativity, and I think that you do your best by feeling your best. After all, creativity comes from body and soul. So, I've got just the … Continue Reading
Essential oil soap is a great way to incorporate natural ingredients into your beauty routine. From energizing orange and zesty lemongrass essential oil, there are plenty of options to choose from. The Natural Soap Kit for Beginners contains the ingredients to make essential oil soap. It comes in … Continue Reading
After what feels like the longest winter in recent years, I'm ready for spring-inspired colors and scents. And since spring is officially here (warm weather, where are you!?), Easter is right around the corner. These Easter Egg Bath Bombs are a colorful way to celebrate the holiday. They make great … Continue Reading
Preparing for a market can seem overwhelming. There are supplies to transport, displays to set up and potential customers to talk to. If you're new to the market scene, we're here to help. The following tips will help you prepare for whatever the event throws at you. Before diving in, make sure to … Continue Reading
Goat milk soap is well known for its creamy lather and skin-loving properties. Goat milk is particularly nourishing because of capric-caprylic triglyceride, which helps form a barrier on the skin to help inhibit the loss of moisture. Goat milk also contains vitamins A, D and B6, as well lactic acid … Continue Reading
Danie and her husband Poncho worked in the restaurant industry when they decided they needed a change of pace. They moved to the High Desert of California, where they started raising Nigerian Dwarf goats. Danie began creating cold process soap with fresh goat milk from the herd, and her business Ava … Continue Reading