Soapendipity is International!

Last week, on her way to the sale at the yarn shop, Diane stopped in to check out the Soap Bar.  She told me she was leaving soon for Korea to teach English for a month and was looking for unique, locally made host/hostess gifts to take with her.  She came back the next day and placed her order for six gift bags.  In each was a bar of Yuzu scented soap, a 2 oz matching lotion, and a lip balm.  She came in today to pick them up and was thrilled with how they turned out!  I might be a little biased, but I am thrilled too.  It is amazing what a cellophane bag and some curling ribbon will do to make something look great and instantly gift worthy!!

I also made lotions and sugar scrubs in Energy, Lemon Drop and Summer Melon.  These fragrances are perfect for summer!  Feeling inspired, I made up gift sets for each of these.  In the set is a 4 oz lotion, a 4 oz sugar scrub and a bar of soap.  Within five minutes of curling the last ribbon, Lynda (who also stopped in for the first time last week) walked in and bought the Energy set for a wedding gift!

In addition to the 4 oz size set, I can also do each of those scents in an 8 oz size.  More fragrances are going to be added weekly, so if you have a favorite, let me know and I can make it for you.  Hint, hint...Apricot Freesia and a fragrance called Tropical Vacation (which is a heavenly mix of mango, coconut and pineapple...yum!) will be added next.

Also new this week are the Sun Soothers, in both lotion and spritzer.  If you overdid it in the sun and are feeling the burn, these are wonderfully cooling and soothing.  The spritzer is especially great right out of the refrigerator!  I am so excited about this product, I even thought about intentionally getting a sunburn, just so I could try it out as it was meant to be used.  Don't worry, I didn't have to intentionally get burned (don't try this at home...the use of sunscreen is highly encouraged).  After an impromptu trip to the west side and back on Friday, I had driver's arm...that burn you get only on your left arm from the sun shining through the driver's side window.  I am pretty fastidious about the use of sunscreen (as I am the fairest of fair), but even I forget to slather it on before driving.

Upcoming Events at Soapendipity:
Mineral Foundation class (still a couple of spots left) - this Thursday, July 15th, 6-8pm
Grand Opening Celebration - Thursday, July 22nd, 6-10pm

What Can You Do at Soapendipity?

CREATE

The Soap Bar is now open weekdays for walk-in soap making. Soap is something EVERYONE uses, so the experience is both unique and practical. Using my selection of soap molds, fragrances, and colors, you are limited only by your imagination. Looking for a fun gift idea? Make soap! Your recipient will appreciate a gift that they will enjoy using and was created by you. Soap making is a fun family activity that is kids safe and non-toxic.

LEARN

Soapendipity offers classes creating your own natural soaps, lotions, mineral makeup and much more! New classes are added monthly, so keep checking the schedule, as you are sure to find something that sparks your interest. The best part? You will get to take home everything you make in the class! As a graduate of a Soapendipity class you will be able to come to the store and purchase additional ingredients so you may make more when you run out. If you don't have the space to keep supplies, for a low hourly rate plus the cost of materials, the Soap Bar is available for use by appointment.

SHOP

Soapendipity offers a full line for bath and body products, created fresh in the shop daily. We use only skin loving ingredients such as avocado and olive oils, jojoba, shea butter and local, fresh goat milk. New products are added weekly, so come in often to see what is new. Custom gift baskets can also be made for any occasion. All of our products are also available through the website at Soapendipity.com and on Saturday at the Kittitas County Farmer's Market in Ellensburg.

PARTY

For less per person than the cost of a movie, Soapendipity is a great choice for your next get-together. In addition to the Soap Bar, parties can be customized with a selection of add-ons such as lip balm, lotion, fizzy bath bombs, and scrubs. Contact Soapendipity for availability and pricing of add-ons. Soapendipity is a great choice for birthday parties, bachelorette parties, church groups, Scouts and 4-H groups, girl's night out, daycare/preschool groups and much more. You don't even need a reason to party, just 5-12 friends who want to get together for a fun time. Contact Soapendipity to find out more, including how the Soap Bar can come to you if you can't come to the Soap Bar.

Soapendipity Ellensburg Soap Bar

105 E 3rd Avenue (across from the Post Office)

Ellensburg, WA 98926

Hours:

Tuesday 12-4

Wednesday 12-4

Thursday 2-6

Friday 12-4

Another Party at Soapendipity

Friday night was Kess' bachelorette party at Soapendipity and the girls had a great time making soap!

Here is Kess, the bride. She made skull soap for her groom.

Maureen adding the fragrance to her soap:

Everyone hard at work:

Soap in the mold:

Once all of the soap was poured, we put them in the freezer to set. Then we headed over to D & M Coffee for a latte'. When we got back, the soap was ready to pop out of the mold.

The finished products:

Thank you ladies for including Soapendipity in your bachelorette night out! And congratulations Kess on your big day, I hope everything is perfect.

Remember, you don't need a reason to party at Soapendipity, all you need are five or more friends who want to get together for a fun time. Parties start at $7 per person. Send an email to info@soapendipity.com or click here to be taken to the Soapendipity website for more details.

Soapendipity is also open Tuesday through Saturday 12 - 4 for the walk-in soap making. Come make soap or shop from my growing line of bath and body products. 105 E. 3rd Avenue (across from the Post Office).

Dachshunds on Parade

This weekend in Ellensburg is the 8th Annual Dachshunds on Parade. I don't have a dachshund, but I am a dog lover with two dogs of my own, so I am super excited for this event. In addition to Soapendipity, I also have Canine Frosting.

If you haven't seen my booth at the Kittitas County Farmer's Market, I have lots of collars, harnesses, and leashes in fun patterns and colors. I have been working hard all week to be sure I have plenty of dachshund sized harnesses available and I have even baked up a fresh batch of dog cookies.

And for all the dachshund lovers out there, I have also been working on something soapy just for you!

Dachshund Silhouette soaps!! I love how they turned out and can't wait to have them for sale at the market this weekend. Each soap weighs in at almost 7 oz, and they smell great. In addition to the traditional white background, I will also have a few other color choices. The dachshund in the soap is actually made from soap and I hand cut out each and every one.

So don't forget to stop by my booth this Saturday and you could leave with something great for both you and your furry friend!!

A Great Party Favor Idea

Looking for a unique idea for your birthday party, baby shower, bridal shower, or wedding? Consider customized Soapendipity soap. Just this week I made soap for the Ellensburg Giants minors baseball team in their team colors of black and orange.

Soap is something everyone uses (which makes it very practical), and the soap can be customized to match your party theme and scent preferences (which makes it unique). I can even embed a photo or business card into the soap, to make it truly one of a kind!

If you are the creative hands-on type, you have the option to come to the soap bar and make your own party favors using the Soapendipity molds, colorants and fragrances, or I would be happy to make the soaps for you to your specifications. Contact me at info@soapendipity.com for more information.