Tutorials on soapmaking, bath fizzies, lotions and more
Malina with Ojai Botanika has always been creative. She loves everything from baking to essential oil blending. At just 15, she tried soapmaking for the first time and quickly got hooked. She now sells beautiful bars made with natural colorants and essential oils. Learn more about how Malina got … Continue Reading
There are DIY moisturizers for every skin type and skill level. If you're on the hunt for the perfect recipe, this post can help. It goes over the difference between lotion and body butter. It also includes recipes to help you get started. Lotion is created by combining oil and water with an … Continue Reading
There are so many ways to use the new oils, scents, and packaging from the Hygge Collection. It's inspired by the Danish concept of hygge (hoo-gah), which is the everyday pursuit of happiness and comfort. The hygge scents are perfect for cold process projects like the Cinnamon Cocoa Soap. The … Continue Reading
You can use almost any small glass container to make these Beeswax & Honey Candles. That includes food jars, Mason jars, or empty candle containers. Just save any that look like the perfect size and give them a thorough wash. It's a great way to reuse glass containers and candles are a perfect … Continue Reading
There are a few factors to consider before formulating cold process soap recipes. From the Common Soapmaking Oils post to the Back to Basics Series, we’ve got plenty of resources to help you get started. You can never go wrong with a 34/33/33 ratio. That’s 34% olive oil, 33% coconut oil, and 33% … Continue Reading
Melt and pour soap is a great option for crisp and clean layers. This Cinnamon Cocoa Soap tutorial shows you how to create a brown and white design that’s topped with a bit of cocoa powder. It’s scented with new Cinnamon Cocoa Fragrance Oil, which is an irresistible mix of nutmeg, coffee, and … Continue Reading
If your skin is extremely dry, moisturizing products like body butter and lotion bars work wonders. These body butter sticks are made with a combination of nourishing avocado butter, sweet almond oil, and oat oil. Beeswax helps them harden and protects the skin. They are lightly scented with warm … Continue Reading
There have been kits on the Bramble Berry website for years. We wanted them to be an easy and fun introduction to the world of DIY bath and body products. However, we heard from customers that they could be better. We agreed and started planning a redesign. The first step was bringing people in … Continue Reading
If you make cold process soap, there’s a good chance you’ve gotten soda ash. It creates an uneven, white, ashy film on the bars. Soda ash is harmless, but it can be frustrating. Learn how to prevent it in this post. Soda ash forms when unsaponified lye reacts with naturally-occurring carbon … Continue Reading
We're teaming up with Willow and Sage magazine for a special giveaway worth $450! Five lucky winners will get 3 issues of Willow and Sage and 1 Lingonberry Spice Candle Kit. The kit comes with the supplies you need to make 4 candles, including wax, fragrance, printed instructions, and printed … Continue Reading
In 2015, Julie with Soaperie + Co. left her job in finance to spend more time with her kids. She started exploring creative outlets and discovered a love for soapmaking. Now she makes and sells beautiful cold process soap, lotion bars, candles, and more. Learn more about how Julie got started, what … Continue Reading
Treat your skin with this whipped Cashmere Sugar Body Scrub. Granulated sugar exfoliates skin while the Foaming Bath Butter cleanses. Oat oil and liquid cashmere keep your skin feeling smooth and hydrated. The scrub is scented with new Cashmere Fragrance Oil, which is a complex blend of magnolia, … Continue Reading
New Alpine Frost Fragrance Oil will be your go-to winter scent. The notes of eucalyptus, sparkling icicle, amber, and musk inspired this cold process soap. The blue and white color palette complements the fragrance perfectly. Soap colored with Ultramarine Blue Pigment, Neon Blue Raspberry Colorant, … Continue Reading
Handmade gifts are the perfect way to show you care. Whether it's freshly-baked cookies or a personalized bar of soap, your friends and family will love it. We asked members of the soapmaking community what they give for the holidays. Find their answers below. Emma, soapwonderful Other than soap … Continue Reading