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without further ado . . . .
Winter’s
soundtrack is quiet and peaceful, the graceful melody of wind through bare
branches, the hush of muffled snowfall, the tap-tap pitter-patter of raindrops and
melting icicles, the rhythmic crunching of feet in the snow. If those feet have hooves and there’s a
sleigh involved, we’re over the river and through the woods . . . jingle
jangle.
This is the
season of quiet introspection, reflection on a year well-lived, a deep
stillness and peace. This in-between
time, the hibernation and respite, allows the other seasons to be so full.
My own personal
song of favorite things still has the whiskers on kittens, warm woolen mittens,
snowflakes and sleigh bells, and even the packages tied up with string. But I’d
add the inky midnight skies filled with a million stars on a perfect Winter
Solstice. The crackling snap and pop of a Yule log on the fire in front of a
cozy hearth. Long walks in the stillness of the evergreen forest. And the warm,
soft, comfort of my favorite flannel jammies to tuck into bed at night.
Winter Holiday Seasonal Soaps
Some of my
very favorite things inspired the new wintry wonderful soap scents -- for a little fun in the shower, or a treat
for that special someone (or all your
somebodies). Note: some of the autumn
seasonal scents are available a bit longer, plus our full list of soaps and
goodies are available online at all hours. ($4.25 each or 4 bars for
$16.00)
Winter Solstice – The perfect winter day is
spent outside in a snowy Northwest forest – skiing, hiking, or searching for
that magical Christmas tree. Fresh juniper, blue spruce, fir needles, cedar tips
and a hint of icy birch blend together for a snowy forest scent that is
naturally heavenly. Crisp and sparkling, this is a beautiful olive green bar. (100%
natural soap)
Woodsmoke
- There is nothing more satisfying on a cold winter day, than warming
your frosty fingers and toasting your toes in front of a crackling fire. I know
what you’re thinking – soap that smells like smoke sounds dirty. It’s actually incredibly clean, like the freshness of a
pine-filled woods after a rain – that clean earth smell, a bit of forest and
woods, and a hint of warm smoke. Nothing ashy or cigarette smoky about it. It’s fantastically good - and the perfect gift for those outdoorsy
folks on your list, the ones who want to blend in rather than hike the forest
smelling like flowers or baked goods. And even the ones who wish they could get outside more.
Because a few moments in the shower with happy memories while you get ready for
a bustling day of work might be just the ticket.
Flannel Jammies – The scent
of clean, fresh, cotton warm from the dryer, and one of my most-loved comforts
of winter – snuggling up in a pair of cozy flannel pajamas. This soap is ivory white, silky smooth, and a
fun little something to tuck into Christmas stockings.
Raindrops on Roses – You can
already hear the song, can’t you? Julie Andrews belting out “raindrops on roses
and . . . warm woolen mittens.” So corny, but I couldn’t resist the “favorite
things” theme. This is the softest red rose scent blended with a clean, fresh
rain fragrance, and the result is pretty amazing. Very pretty, lightly floral, irresistibly
girly – and of course it’s pink too.
Ribbon Candy – My
grandmother always had a little
covered dish of those beautiful ribbon candies on her coffee table when we came
to visit. They were pretty to look at but
hard to get one in your mouth, especially when the sugar melted and they glued themselves
together into one giant chunk. But
that’s when the fun started. We could
hammer those blobs into shards and try all the different flavors at once. My
very favorite was the clove flavor. So this soap is in memory of Gramma. It’s lots of clove, a little lemon, some orange,
and sweet sugar. And it smells just like
the holidays, where all the best memories are made.
Tips for Keeping and Storing Soaps
for Holiday Gifts
Give the Gift
of Simple Pleasures
It’s the time of year when we’re making our lists and checking
them twice. Choosing the perfect gift doesn’t have to be difficult. Even if
you’re looking for a treasure that is unique, special, locally made,
eco-friendly, useful and use-able
too. Soapworks Studio’s small gifts of soap and bath goodies tick every box. Everything is handmade in small, thoughtful
batches, yet reasonably priced. You’ll
find something for everyone on your
holiday gift list.
Internet & Mail Ordering (Free Shipping on orders $100 or
more!)
With so many demands on your time
already, who wants the headaches of traffic messes, crowded malls, and empty
shelves once you get there? Save
yourself a heap of aggravation by shopping online at SoapworksStudio.com. We’re
offering free shipping on orders of $100 or more. We’ll happily send your items
directly to family and friends with gift cards too so you don’t need to spend even
more time (and moolah) gift wrapping, searching for boxes or waiting in long lines
at the post office. Spend more time celebrating and less time fretting - let
Soapworks Studio be your go-to for holiday gifts!
Warm wishes
for a holiday season filled with revelry and joy – the perfect send-off for a
new year of peace on Earth.
