As a soapmaker, I accumulate boxes of soap ends and other discards that, while perfectly fine, cannot be sold. When I collect enough, I...

I've been obsessed with making rainbow soaps for the past year. Unicorn Dreams has been a favorite and the bar that I've made over and...

I was privileged to be invited to Patty McNally's recent show "In Our City of Roses Love Wins" art show last weekend at Laurelthirst Pub....

I was thrilled to be invited to sell soap at Oregon Cider Week's Midsummer Night Market in June, but a little nervous (this was my first...

I am very often asked which of my soaps is my favorite. I never have a good answer -- I love so many of them! (I wouldn't make them if I...

After running into embarrassingly low inventory for a while, I ramped up production a month or two ago, so I will now have at least a few...

Newly cured and ready to be labeled and put in the store! In front, soap scented with rosemary and lemongrass essential oils, sprinkled...

I'm so proud to announce that Optimistic Soap is now available at Thea's Vintage Living, in NW Portland! Thea's beautiful shop is one of...

My hair looks amazing. And, honestly, I am not at all McBraggy about my looks in general and certainly never about my hair! In fact, I...

I'm not a patchouli fan, but I must admit that when used as a subtle basenote for other, lighter scents, it can really add a lot of depth...