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Issue
No.
MonthYearArticle
Title
AuthorCategoryFormula
116Jan/Feb2023Soap vs. Syndet Shampoo BarsTina MoenckSoap
116Jan/Feb2023Create Glitter CandlesCinthia TuckerCandles
116Jan/Feb2023Making Pre-Made Hair Care Bases Work For YouSara GoldingWorking Smarter
116Jan/Feb2023Make Your Own Shampoo and Conditioner BarsDebbie PooreFormularySolid Shampoo/Conditioner Bars
116Jan/Feb2023Valentine’s Day TartsBeth ByrneGuestWax Tarts
116Jan/Feb2023Three Top Ingredients for Conditioned HairValerie GeorgeIn the LabSmoothing Hair Conditioner / Conditioning Shampoo
116Jan/Feb2023Book Review: Bath Bonanza, Setting Up Scrubby and Scented Group Classes for KidsVenessa PhippsReview
115Nov/Dec2022Making and Packaging Honeycomb SoapTina MoenckSoapHoneycomb Soap
115Nov/Dec2022Candle Packaging for Small BusinessesCinthia TuckerCandles
115Nov/Dec2022Packaging Breakdown: What to Consider When Choosing Product PackagingSara GoldingWorking Smarter
115Nov/Dec2022Holiday Products and PackagingDebbie PooreBody Buffer
115Nov/Dec2022The Little Book of Beldi: A Modern Take on a Classic SoapVenessa PhippsPotpourriSimple Classic Olive Soap
115Nov/Dec2022What Sustainable Packaging Means to YouValerie GeorgeChemist Corner
115Nov/Dec2022Marketing and Goat Milk in SoapKaren Goodchild
115Nov/Dec2022An Entrepreneur’s Packaging EvolutionClaudia TuckerInterview
114Sept/Oct2022Formulating and Cooking HP Liquid SoapTina MoenckSoapLiquid Soap Recipe 0% superfat
114Sept/Oct2022Wicks and Wax: Choose the Right OneCinthia TuckerCandles
114Sept/Oct2022Choosing the Right Fragrance OilSara GoldingWorking SmarterIndulgent Body Oil
114Sept/Oct2022Ready for NighttimeDebbie PooreFormularyNight Serum with Resveratrol Formula, Monster Away Spray
114Sept/Oct2022What can Small Business Do
About Cyber Threats?
Ruth RomanoTech Talk
114Sept/Oct2022Everything You Need to Know
About an Ingredient’s Shelf Life
Valerie GeorgeIn the LabStrawberry Scrub
114Sept/Oct2022Book Reviews: The New SOAP Makers Cookbook,
Ingredients for Success and How to Make and Sell Soap, Answers to the Top 50 Questions. Author: Zakia Ringgold
Venessa PhippsReviewLots o’ Lather Soap
114Sept/Oct2022An Entrepreneur’s InspirationClaudia J. TuckerGuest
114Sept/Oct2022Rose & Argan Rehydrating Facial SerumNiki SeniorFormularyRose & Argan Rehydrating Facial Serum
114Sept/Oct2022Ethical Skin BalmNiki SeniorFormularyEthical Skin Balm
113July/Aug2022Managing Supply CostsTina MoenckSoap
113July/Aug2022Transferring Images onto CandlesCinthia TuckerCandles
113July/Aug2022Bulk Selling for ProfitSara GoldingWorking Smarter
113July/Aug2022Treat Your Feet: Summer Foot CareDebbie PooreFormularyFoot Soak Bomb, Pumice Foot Balm, Foot Butter
113July/Aug2022QR Codes for Your BusinessLa Shonda TyreeIn the Know
113July/Aug2022HSCG 2022 Conference in RevueTracee WoodsReview
113July/Aug2022Who are They? Interview of Kathy TarboxVenessa PhippsInterview
112May/June2022Sunflower Soap Painting –
Inspired by Claude Monet
Rene VetterDesign Tutorial
112May/June2022Three Color Gradient One Pot WonderJennifer Marie HofmannDesign Tutorial
112May/June2022Mandala Soap Stones
Technique
Tiziana CherubiniDesign Tutorial
112May/June2022Rose Embed SoapLucie SteblovaDesign Tutorial
112May/June2022Cold Process (CP) Vs Hot
Process (HP) Recipes
Tina MoenckSoapHot Process Recipe (Vegan Palm Free)
112May/June2022Creating Meaningful Candle DesignsCinthia TuckerCandles
112May/June2022Idaho Pro Makes Straight Beef Tallow SoapClaudia J. TuckerGuestOld Fashioned Straight Beef Tallow Soap
112May/June2022SoapGal, Joanna Couch: Find your LatherVenessa PhippsInterview
112May/June2022Choosing Scents Creatively for
Artistic Soap Designs
Beckie SheloskePotpourri
112May/June2022Design Your WorkspaceLa Shonda TyreeIn the Know
111March/April2022SoleseifeBeth ByrneSoapSoleseife (Traditional soap of Germany)
111March/April2022Five Ways to Add a Spring
Touch with Candles
Cinthia TuckerCandles
111March/April2022Customized Herbal Haircare
Styling Products
Marla BosworthFormularyHerbal Hair Serum, Herbal Hair Mask Treatment, Herbal Styling Gel
111March/April2022Brick and Mortar – Is it Right for You?La Shonda TyreeIn the Know
111March/April2022Are Your Ready for the Big Time?Sara GoldingWorking Smarter
111March/April2022How Did They Do It?
Brandy McClurg
Venessa PhippsInterview
111March/April2022Connect Your Brand Through ScentBeckie SheloskePotpourri
111March/April2022Best Email Marketing Services
for Small Business
Ruth RomanoTech Talk
110Jan/Feb2022Soap, the First Cleaning SurfactantBeth ByrneSoapGoat Milk/Tallow Soap
110Jan/Feb2022Hand-Dipped TapersCinthia TuckerCandles
110Jan/Feb2022Introduction to Natural Surfactants:
Face and Bodywashes
Marla BosworthFormularyVersatile Aloe Vera Liquid Soap and Face
Wash, Luxurious & Creamy Body Wash
110Jan/Feb2022Surfactant Shampoo BarsLa Shonda TyreeIn the Know
110Jan/Feb2022Email Marketing SuccessRuth RomanoTech Talk
110Jan/Feb2022Dispelling the Myths of SurfactantsSara GoldingWorking Smarter
110Jan/Feb2022Leigh O’Donnell: Soap
Maker to Advocate
Venessa PhippsInterview
109Nov/Dec2021Soap: Essential Oils and Fatty AcidsAlicia GrossoSoap
109Nov/Dec2021What is Your Mission?Bill McConnellPotpourri
109Nov/Dec2021Brazilian Inspired SkincareMarla BosworthFormularyRejuvenating Pequi Body and Hair Oil, Pracaxi Body Butter Lotion Bar, Bacuri Face and Body Cream
109Nov/Dec2021Shine Bright Your Unique BrandLa Shonda TyreeIn the Know
109Nov/Dec2021Conference Service for your BusinessRuth RomanoTech Talk
109Nov/Dec2021End of Year InspirationsSara GoldingWorking Smarter
109Nov/Dec2021How Did They Do It?
Julie Koenig
Venessa PhippsInterview
109Nov/Dec2021Painting Candles with Candle DyeCinthia TuckerCandles
108Sept/Oct2021Cold Process Soapmaking:
Tutorial for Beginners
Alicia GrossoSoapBasic Olive Oil Soap
108Sept/Oct2021Liquid Soapmaking for BeginnersBill McConnellPotpourriLiquid Soap: Glycerin method
108Sept/Oct2021Starting Fresh and Starting Over:
Finding Inspiration Through Plant Oils
Marla BosworthFormularyMarula Face Serum, All-Over Marula Hair, Body and Bath Oil, Marula Body Balm
108Sept/Oct2021Building Out Your First WebsiteLa Shonda TyreeIn the Know
108Sept/Oct2021Google Algorithms and Website SuccessRuth RomanoTech Talk
108Sept/Oct2021Know your COGS; Know Your BusinessSara GoldingWorking Smarter
108Sept/Oct2021Tips and Hints for Beginner Soap MakersVenessa PhippsInterview
107July/Aug2021Essential Oil Soap BlendsAlicia GrossoSoapSoap Base
107July/Aug2021Cosmetic Testing for the Artisan
Seller: Why, What and How
Jamie ReddingerChemist Corner
107July/Aug2021Online Sales Trends:
Capturing the QR Code
Sara GoldingWorking Smarter
107July/Aug2021Selling OnlineBill McConnellPotpourri
107July/Aug2021Password Security TipsRuth RomanoTech Talk
107July/Aug2021Globally Influenced Beauty:
Renew and Brighten Mature Skin Types
with Facial Serums and Polishes
Marla BosworthFormularyRenewing Face Serum, Clarifying + Brightening Face Mask & Polish
107July/Aug2021What to do Before Going Online: Zakia RinggoldVenessa PhippsInterview
106May/June2021Earth & Sky Triple Ombre SoapJenn NelsonDesign Tutorial
106May/June2021Peridot Gemstones Cold Process SoapElla LiviaDesign Tutorial
106May/June2021Sea Wind SwirlAngela StricklandDesign Tutorial
106May/June2021The Swan SwirlKandra ChurchwellDesign Tutorial
106May/June2021Marketing Strategies During a PandemicLa Shonda TyreeIn the Know
106May/June2021Tools to Make Soapmaking EasierBill McConnellPotpourri
106May/June2021Google Analytics for Your BusinessRuth RomanoTech Talk
106May/June2021Wrap It Up!Sara GoldingWorking Smarter
106May/June2021CONFETTI SOAPS with Cavity MoldsVanessa PhippsReviewConfetti Soap
105March/April2021Selfishly, You’re My Sister
How I found a renewed gratefulness
for the women in my life
Kandra ChurchwellGuest
105March/April2021How to Fearlessly Navigate
Starting a Business – A Roadmap
for Female Entrepreneurs
Belinda WilliamsGuest
105March/April2021One on One with Amy Warden:
Celebrating A Challenger Positively
Overcoming a Challenge
La Shonda TyreeInterview
105March/April2021Amanda Aaron: Advice for MakersBill McConnellPotpourri
105March/April2021Salt Spa Bars 101Beth ByrneSoapSalt Spa Bars
105March/April2021Simple Strategies to Boost
Your Online Presence
Ruth RomanoTech Talk
105March/April2021A Woman’s Perspective for Success: Tatiana
from @Sud.scents
Sara GoldingWorking Smarter
105March/April2021Ashley Green, Scientist, Author,
Teacher, Artisan and Soap Maker
Venessa PhippsInterviewCreamy Lemon Breeze Hot Process Soap, 5-Minute Ultimate Hot Process Soft Shave Soap
104Jan/Feb2021Soy Candlemaking 101Beth ByrneCandles
104Jan/Feb2021Cosmetic and Toiletry BasicsCarol BarberGuest
104Jan/Feb2021Citrus & Mint Body ScrubVenessa PhippsFormularyCitrus & Mint Body Scrub
104Jan/Feb2021Recurring Payments Business
Model – Is it Right for You?
La Shonda TyreeIn the Know
104Jan/Feb2021Natural Ingredients in ProductsBill McConnellPotpourri
104Jan/Feb2021Good Old Soap and Water –
Investigating Soaps of Antiquity
Alicia GrossoSoapLard and Cassia Soap a la Babylon, Rehat-inspired soap with Grapefruit and Labdanum, Cleopatra’s Bath, Faux Savon de Marseille avec Lavande
104Jan/Feb2021SEO Tips to Boost TrafficRuth RomanoTech Talk
104Jan/Feb2021Let Go of What No Longer Serves YouSara GoldingWorking Smarter
104Jan/Feb2021Soapmaker's Cheat SheetMaking Soap MagazineHandout
103Nov/Dec2020Make Portable Hand Scrubby
Soap from Soap Slivers
Venessa PhippsGuestHand Scrubby Soap
103Nov/Dec2020My Favorite Soap and Some ReminiscingAlicia GrossoSoapPassionate
Purple Soap
103Nov/Dec2020Join the Waste-Free MovementBill McConnellPotpourriSolid Dish Soap
103Nov/Dec2020Top Tech Tips for Working from HomeRuth RomanoTech Talk
103Nov/Dec2020My Favorite Class to TeachLa Shonda TyreeIn the Know
103Nov/Dec20202020: The Year of ChangeSara GoldingWorking Smarter
102Sept/Oct2020Naturally Compliant EmulsifiersJamie ReddingerGuestThick Lotion
102Sept/Oct2020Botanicals in SoapAlicia GrossoSoapLemon Verbena, Aloysia citrodora, Soap, Botanical Salt Soap, Patchouli Chai Soap
102Sept/Oct2020Herbs for DogsNiki SeniorIn the Lab
102Sept/Oct2020Four Ways to Overcome the Pitfalls
of Using Herbs in Soap
Bill McConnellPotpourri
102Sept/Oct2020How to Raise Your eCommerce GameRuth RomanoTech Talk
102Sept/Oct2020Herbal Eye PillowsCindy Jones LantierFormulary
102Sept/Oct2020Social Distance in Business, the New NormLa Shonda TyreeIn the Know
102Sept/Oct2020Using Herbal Infusions in BusinessSara GoldingWorking Smarter
102Sept/Oct2020Cold Process Herbal-Infused
Liquid Soap Recipe & Tutorial
Diana GaleReviewCold Process Herbal-Infused Liquid Soap
101July/Aug2020Three Steps for Starting a
Cosmetic Business in Canada
Jessica MoeGuest
101July/Aug2020Soapmaking Day!
Alicia GrossoSoapSpray Cleaner, Carrot Soap, Calendula Soap
101July/Aug2020Waxing LyricalNiki SeniorCandlesWax Melts
101July/Aug2020Save Time with Heat TransferSara GoldingWorking Smarter
101July/Aug2020Innovation with a 3D PrinterBill McConnellPotpourri
101July/Aug2020Free Digital Marketing TipsRuth RomanoTech Talk
101July/Aug2020Snake Shed SoapCindy Jones LantierFormularySnake Shed Soap
101July/Aug2020Book Review: The Big Book of Homemade Products
for your Skin, Health & Home
Diana GaleReviewMini Lotion Bars
100May/June2020BAS Relief SoapElena NedachinaDesign Tutorial
100May/June2020Soap Design with the Screen
Lift Swirl Technique
Julie CyrDesign Tutorial
100May/June2020Turtle Tale SoapKyra St.JohnDesign Tutorial
100May/June2020Beverage SoapsAlicia GrossoSoapFamous Golfer Iced Tea Soap, Avocado Smoothie Soap, Mixed Berry Spritzer Soap, Cold Brew Soap, Wheat Grass Shot, Green Tea Soap
100May/June2020Thyme for ImmunityNiki SeniorIn the LabBug Buster Balm
100May/June2020Big Dreams in Small SpacesSara GoldingWorking Smarter
100May/June2020Quick Wins on Social MediaRuth RomanoTech Talk
100May/June2020New Ways to Use Color in CandlesCindy NovackCandlesOmbre Candles, Marbled Candles, Tie-Dye Candles, Encaustic Art Painted Candles
100May/June2020Book Review: Easy Homemade Melt and Pour Soaps: A Modern Guide to
Making Custom Creations Using Natural Ingredients & Essential Oils
Diana GaleReview
100May/June2020Find Your NicheMelinda CossSavior Faire
99March/April2020Using Herbs in SoapBeth ByrneGuestThree C's Soap
(pureed carrots, infused
calendula oil and chamomile tea)
99March/April2020Soapmaking through the SeasonsAlicia GrossoSoapSoap Base
99March/April2020Personalizing Clay MasksCindy Jones LantierIn the LabFavorite Mask
99March/April2020Catering to your Customers
with Custom Skin Care
Sara GoldingWorking Smarter
99March/April2020Get Serious about SerumsBill McConnellPotpourriFace Protection Serum
99March/April2020The Magic of MagnesiumNiki SeniorChemist CornerTopical Magnesium Oil
99March/April2020Important Digital Trends for
Your Business in 2020
Ruth RomanoTech Talk
99March/April2020All About Coconut Wax CandlesCindy NovackCandles
98Jan/Feb2020Know Your Shea ButterWayne DunnGuest
98Jan/Feb2020OatsAlicia GrossoSoapOatmeal Castile
98Jan/Feb2020Single Oil SoapsCindy LantierIn the Lab
98Jan/Feb2020Winter RefreshSara GoldingWorking Smarter
98Jan/Feb2020Update & Refresh in the New YearBill McConnellPotpourriVegan Lip Balm
98Jan/Feb2020Fair Advice to Fair VendorsNiki SeniorChemist Corner
98Jan/Feb2020Overhaul Your Business Creativity
REFRESH YOUR BRAND
Diana GaleReview
98Jan/Feb2020Protect Your
Website from
Hackers
Ruth RomanoTech Talk
98Jan/Feb2020What’s Next for You in 2020?Cindy NovackCandles
97Nov/Dec2019Wrinkles not an OptionRichard VillarGuest
97Nov/Dec2019Nostalgia
Scented Soaps
Alicia GrossoSoapTried and True Soap Base
97Nov/Dec2019Quick & Easy Chunk CandlesCindy NovackCandlesChunk Candles
97Nov/Dec2019Balmy Black
Pepper
Niki SeniorIn the LabBalmy Black Pepper (Balm)
97Nov/Dec2019Finding New
Suppliers
Sara GoldingWorking Smarter
97Nov/Dec2019About Olive OilCindy LantierFormulary
97Nov/Dec2019My Favorite Challenge: A Soap Challenge!Bill McConnellPotpourri
96Sept/Oct2019A Clean Studio using 5S:
A Tried and True Method
Kate JakubasGuest
96Sept/Oct2019Strategic Sustainability
Impacting Above Your Size
Wayne DunnGuest
96Sept/Oct2019Love Your Skin... Love Yourself!
Interview Rachael Pontillo
Diana GaleInterview
96Sept/Oct2019Vacation-Inspired SoapAlicia GrossoSoapBeach Vacation Inspired Soaps
96Sept/Oct2019Lotion Candle Secrets RevealedCindy NovackCandlesLotion Candle
96Sept/Oct2019Hydrous Spray
Products
Niki SeniorIn the LabGnat-Away Spray
96Sept/Oct2019Target Market
vs Customers
Sara GoldingWorking Smarter
96Sept/Oct2019Wonderful WaxesCindy LantierFormulary
96Sept/Oct2019Formulation Tips for Hydrous CreamsBill McConnellPotpourriMoisturizing Hand Cream
96Sept/Oct2019Technology
Hacks for your
Business
Ruth RomanoTech Talk
95July/Aug2019Preventing Microbial Contamination of
Anhydrous Products
Maggie GhanemGuest
95July/Aug2019HSCG 2019 Conference ReviewAmy WardenGuest
95July/Aug2019How To Impact Above Your SizeWayne DunnGuest
95July/Aug2019Grow Your Business on FacebookDiana GaleReview
95July/Aug2019Slip, Suds and
Scrub: Create Texture in Soap
Alicia GrossoSoapSilk and Shea Cold Process Soap, Shaving Soap, Super Sudsy Cold Process Soap, Working Hands Scrub Cold Process Soap
95July/Aug2019Easy as Pie! Candles That Make Your Mouth WaterCindy NovackCandles
95July/Aug2019Clean Naturally
with Essential Oils
Niki SeniorIn the LabDishwasher Tablets
95July/Aug2019Keep Your
Customers
Coming Back
for More
Sara GoldingWorking Smarter
95July/Aug2019Make a Soothing SalveCindy LantierFormularySoothing Salve
95July/Aug2019Build Customer LoyaltyBill McConnellPotpourri
95July/Aug2019What You Need
to Know About
GDPR
Ruth RomanoTech Talk
94May/June2019The Kiss Pour
Technique
Joanne WatkinsDesign Tutorial
94May/June2019Pencil Line with
Plant Infusions
Chassidy WalstedDesign Tutorial
94May/June2019Woodgrain Cold
Process Soap
Tutorial
Manjari KantDesign Tutorial
94May/June2019Inspire Us! The Story of Lela BarkerDiana GaleInterview
94May/June2019Multiple Colors, Multiple WaysAlicia GrossoSoapGinger Papaya Cold Process Soap
94May/June2019Natural Botanical CandlesCindy NovackCandles
94May/June2019The Beauty of ClayNiki SeniorIn the LabRosie Rose Triple Mask
94May/June2019Using Soap
Techniques to
Build Your Brand
Sara GoldingWorking Smarter
94May/June2019All About WaxesRobert McDaniel, PhD
93March/April2019Contract
Manufacturing
vs Private Label
Sara GoldingFeature
93March/April2019Seven Things
to Consider
Before Scaling
Up Production
La Shonda TyreeGuest
93March/April2019Soapers Have
An Agenda
Tammie SillerGuest
93March/April2019Private Label Manufacturing: Bonnie Klisiewicz BartleyDiana GaleInterview
93March/April2019Masterbatching: Secrets to SuccessBeth ByrneSoap
93March/April2019Setting Up for Big Production
in Small Spaces
Cindy NovackCandles
93March/April2019UPC Codes and WholesaleBill McConnellPotpourri
93March/April2019Important
Digital Trends
for Business
in 2019
Ruth RomanoTech Talk
93March/April2019Chi ChirapsiaNiki SeniorIn the Lab
93March/April2019Oil Infusion BasicsCindy LantierFormularyOil Infusion
92Jan/Feb2019Keep Pet Odors under ControlCindy NovackFeatureAir Freshener/Linen Spray, Odor Remover (De-skunk)
92Jan/Feb2019Essential Oils
and Pets
Bill McConnellFeature
92Jan/Feb2019Take Care
of YOU
Tammie SillerGuest
92Jan/Feb2019Benchmarking:
Getting Out
of the Shop to
Improve it
Kate JakubasGuest
92Jan/Feb2019Cats and
Dogs and
Rabbits,
Oh My!
Alicia GrossoSoapPink Dogwood
CP, Catnip CP, Luxury Lavender CP
92Jan/Feb2019When it is Time to Leave Clients BehindSara GoldingWorking Smarter
92Jan/Feb2019Abundance
and Generosity
Sandy MaineAsk Sandy
92Jan/Feb2019Ten Tips for
Choosing
a Website
Provider
Ruth RomanoTech Talk
92Jan/Feb2019Canine Skin
Disorders
Niki SeniroIn the LabRoom Freshener Spritz
92Jan/Feb2019Perfect
Pooch: Soap
for Dogs
Cindy LantierFormularyDog Soap
91Nov/Dec2018CPLS
Troubleshooting
Diana GaleFeature
91Nov/Dec2018Favorite Candle Making Tips & TricksCindy NovackCandles
91Nov/Dec2018Is Custom Work and Private Label a Good OptionSandy MaineAsk Sandy
91Nov/Dec2018Some of My
Favorite
Things:
A Partial List from
Twenty Years of Soaping
Alicia GrossoSoap
91Nov/Dec2018Another Look
at Cost of
Goods
Sara GoldingWorking Smarter
91Nov/Dec2018Natural,
Non-Toxic
Deodorant
Cindy LantierFormularyNatural Deodorant
91Nov/Dec2018Essential
Wellbeing
with Oils
Niki SeniorIn the Lab
91Nov/Dec2018Custom Silicone MoldsBill McConnellPotpourri
90Sept/Oct2018Book Review:
The Magic of
Soap Dough
Beth ByrneFeature
90Sept/Oct2018Cold Process Liquid Soap & TutorialDiana GaleFeatureCold Process Liquid Soap (CPLS)
90Sept/Oct2018Every Man
Should Own
a Candle
Cindy NovackCandles
90Sept/Oct2018What have you found to be the most challenging part of being in business?Sandy MaineAsk Sandy
90Sept/Oct2018Bath & Body
for Men
Alicia GrossoSoapMen's Creamy Facial Soap, Men's Foam Cleanser, Melt and Pour Soap on a Rope, Cold Process Soap
90Sept/Oct2018Add a New
Product Line
Sara GoldingWorking Smarter
90Sept/Oct2018Shower BombsCindy LantierFormularyMen's Shower Bombs
90Sept/Oct2018Magic for
Men
Niki SeniorIn the LabMustache Wax, After-Shave Spritz
90Sept/Oct2018Beard CareBill McConnellPotpourriBeard Oil, Beard Wax, Beard Balm
90Sept/Oct2018What You
Need to
Know about
Cyber
Security
Ruth RomanoTech Talk
90Sept/Oct2018Carrie Seibert, How to Make Shaving
Soap: Charting Your Course Through the Land
of Lather
Kathy WhiteReview
90Sept/Oct2018Men’s Shaving SoapSue FinleyMen’s Shaving Soap
89July/Aug2018Why You
Need a
Digital
Marketing
Strategy
Ruth RomanoFeature
89July/Aug2018Build a
Following on
Instagram
Bill McConnellFeature
89July/Aug2018Benefits of CraftingSynara UsamaGuest
89July/Aug2018What Customers Expect from Candles and How to Make Them HappyCindy NovackCandles
89July/Aug2018How Do I Know When My Soap is Cured Enough to Give or Sell?Sandy MaineAsk Sandy
89July/Aug2018Blackberry
Soap: A
Tutorial
Alicia GrossoSoapRose Clay Soap, River Bend Inn Soap, Spa Cubes Melt and Pour Soap
89July/Aug2018Find Your Target CustomerSara GoldingWorking Smarter
89July/Aug2018Fun in the Sun!Cindy LantierFormularyAfter Sun Spray
89July/Aug2018The Big MNiki SeniorIn the LabRose & Argan Rehydrating
Facial Serum
89July/Aug2018Smart Business: Do What You Gotta DoMelanie DunstanFeature
88May/June2018Cherry
Blossom
Soap: A Sweet Tutorial
Zahida MapDesign Tutorial
88May/June2018Crystal Drops Loaf SoapMaria ThayerDesign Tutorial
88May/June2018Naturally Swirled
with Astaxanthin and Woad
Jo HaslauerDesign Tutorial
88May/June2018O’Keefe’s Dream FlowerClyde YoshidaDesign Tutorial
88May/June2018Interview with David FisherKathy WhiteInterview
88May/June2018Getting Creative with Wax Bark MeltsCindy NovackCandles
88May/June2018Introducing Sandy MaineAsk Sandy
88May/June2018Travel
Scrapbook
in Soap!
Alicia GrossoSoapGrand Canyon Soap, Sacred Well Soap, Pacific Ocean Soap, Sequim Lavender Soap
88May/June2018Wholesale vs ConsignmentSara GoldingWorking Smarter
87March/April2018Shipping Tips & TricksKathy WhiteInterview
87March/April2018Choosing the
Right Wick
Cindy NovackCandles
87March/April2018Lips Need Love Too!Cindy LantierFormularyLip Scrub, Lip Butter
87March/April2018Shelf Life:
Experiments in Soap
Alicia GrossoSoapCastile Soap, Fussy Rose Soap, The Cedars Special Soap
87March/April2018Shipping Without Breaking the BankSara GoldingWorking Smarter
87March/April2018Simple Strategies
to Build an Online
Business
Ruth RomanoTech Talk
87March/April2018Ethical ThinkingNiki SeniorIn the LabEthical Skin Balm
87March/April2018Shipping BasicsBill McConnellPotpourri
86Jan/Feb2018Canadian Shipping
Woes
Synara UsamaGuest
86Jan/Feb2018Packaging
Personalities &
Top Packaging
Tips
Ruth RomanoGuest
86Jan/Feb2018Packaging
Unconventional
Candles
Jen NelsonCandles
86Jan/Feb2018Valentine’s Day Massage BarsSue FinleyFormularyMassage Bars
86Jan/Feb2018What is Your Soap
Packaging Style?
Alicia GrossoSoap
86Jan/Feb2018Enhance Your Brand with PackagingSara GoldingWorking Smarter
86Jan/Feb2018See-Through Soap
Packaging
Kathy WhiteReview
86Jan/Feb2018Hire a Design
Professional
Niki SeniorChemist Corner
86Jan/Feb2018National Shrinkwrap
Review
Bill McConnellPotpourri
86Jan/Feb2018Creative Packaging: Make it Your OwnBeth Byrne
85Nov/Dec2017Soap Making in my Homeland (Pakistan)Synara UsamaGuest
85Nov/Dec2017Combine and
Design
Jen NelsonCandles
85Nov/Dec2017Christmas Tree SoapSue FinleyFormularyChristmas Tree Soap
85Nov/Dec2017A Rose by any Other Name...Niki SeniorIn the Lab
85Nov/Dec2017Favorites and Golden Oldies!Alicia GrossoSoap
85Nov/Dec2017Are You Your
Customer’s
Favorite?
Sara GoldingWorking Smarter
85Nov/Dec2017Managing TimeMelinda CossSavoir Faire
85Nov/Dec2017Best Books: GMP and LabelingBill McConnellPotpourri
84Sept/Oct2017The Bath Bomb
Obsession
Synara UsamaGuest
84Sept/Oct2017Bathing Through
the Ages
Ruth RomanoGuest
84Sept/Oct2017The Sinus SolutionJen NelsonCandles
84Sept/Oct2017Peppermint Foot SoakSue FinleyFormularyPeppermint Foot Soak
84Sept/Oct2017MeadowsweetNiki SeniorIn the Lab
84Sept/Oct2017Glittered Soap CookiesBee IyataSoap
84Sept/Oct2017So Much Bath
Treasure, So
Little Time!
Alicia GrossoWit & Whimsy
84Sept/Oct2017How to Raise
Prices
Sara GoldingWorking Smarter
84Sept/Oct2017Making Bath Bombs SimpleBill McConnellPotpourriGiant Soothing Summer Bath Bomb, Painted Desert Bath Bomb
84Sept/Oct2017Politically Correct Soap SellingMelinda CossSavoir Faire
83July/Aug2017Are Your Container Candles Safe?Jen NelsonCandles
83July/Aug2017Relief SalveSue FinleyFormularyRelief Salve
83July/Aug20172017 HSCG
Conference
in Review
Kathy WhiteGuest
83July/Aug2017Six Simple Tips for SEO SuccessRuth RomanoGuest
83July/Aug2017EU StandardsNiki SeniorChemist Corner
83July/Aug2017Meet Business Coach, Melinda CossSynara UsamaInterview
83July/Aug2017Curing Soap: A Third FactorJennifer KleffnerSoap
83July/Aug2017The Lighter Side of SoapmakingAlicia GrossoWit & Whimsy
83July/Aug2017Do You Need a Business Mentor?Sara GoldingWorking Smarter
82May/June2017Black &
White Artistic
Scenery Soap
Dr. Grace Ellen HollowayDesign Tutorial
82May/June2017Spring
Romance
Ione Evangeline GeistDesign Tutorial
82May/June2017Turquoise ReefClyde YoshidaDesign Tutorial
82May/June2017Beeswax Garden LuminariesJen NelsonCandles
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