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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
Birch trees are known for their beautiful white trunks. The colors and textures of those trees, along with new Birchwood Oud Fragrance Oil, inspired this cold process soap. These bars feature two layers separated by a line of activated charcoal. The bottom half is colored with activated charcoal and … Continue Reading
This Pumpkin & Clay Face Mask is the perfect way to celebrate fall and treat your skin at the same time. It's made with skin-loving ingredients such as pumpkin extract, pumpkin powder, and oat oil. Kaolin clay creates a thick yet spreadable texture, and dark red Brazilian clay gives the mask a … Continue Reading
When you've built your business from the ground up, the thought of hiring someone can be overwhelming. This post can help. It includes tips on searching for employees, interviewing them, and what tasks to assign once they're hired. That way you can focus on the exciting part - growing your … Continue Reading
Handmade products don’t have to be complicated. This Turmeric Body Butter has just a few ingredients, but they’re all the right ones. The main ingredient is new turmeric shea butter. It’s a natural mix of moisturizing oils and turmeric root extract, which leaves your skin feeling smooth. The butter … Continue Reading
One of the questions we get most is, “Why did my soap turn brown?” If you've made a few batches of soap, you've likely encountered discoloration. This post talks about what causes the color change and how to work with it in soap. What causes discoloration It's often caused by vanilla, which is a … Continue Reading
Cashmere Fragrance Oil is a complex blend of white freesia, magnolia, blueberry, and violet. The moment we smelled it, we knew it would be perfect for a leave-on product. The scent inspired this luxurious Oat & Cashmere Lotion. This recipe combines skin-loving ingredients like oat oil, oat … Continue Reading
One of the best parts of soapmaking is being able to customize your recipe down to the very last ingredient. There are an infinite number of oil, fragrance, color, and technique combinations. One of the most important aspects of any recipe is the oils and butters you choose. They … Continue Reading