Danielle Erickson | SYN
Danielle Erickson | SYN
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Pack & Chat About Boundaries And Work Life Balance
Let's pack a few orders and chat about life and work boundaries and how we can make both work.
I would love to hear how you have or plan to work through this!
We went to WDW (in Late May) and got to visit Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Hollywood Studios, Animal Kingdom, Typhoon Lagoon, and Disney Springs. I'll put up a quick video of some fav clips soon!
ITEMS USED FOR SOAP MAKING:
8 qt container amzn.to/3HU4hQF
mini digital scale amzn.to/3IkWA7h
scale amzn.to/3xkAVGb
lye amzn.to/3RY56w9
gloves amzn.to/3E6nPjH
Respirator amzn.to/3XIqya5
Blender amzn.to/42739lY
Cheaper blender to start that I liked amzn.to/3Tf9wzB
Brambleberry 5 lb molds wood portion www.brambleberry.com/shop-by-...
silicone portion www.brambleberry.com/shop-by-...
Molds I started with (same bar size as 5 lb mold above) amzn.to/42dDxUG
Soap Cutter is from workshop heritage (only offers plastic now)
BOOKS TO GRAB
soap & cosmetic labeling book amzn.to/3Il9UIU
Simple & Natural Soapmaking amzn.to/3jOwtMR
The big book of homemade products amzn.to/3Xxgctg
101 east homemade products amzn.to/3YRmftX
Pure soap making amzn.to/3lzRlI7
Liquid soap making amzn.to/3jWHnQs
Current Planner amzn.to/3O3UStN
PACKAGING
label ledge amzn.to/3Il9UIU
paper cutter amzn.to/3RURCBk
impulse sealer amzn.to/3IvjsRX
plastic test tubes amzn.to/3Xo2PeR
2oz sampler containers amzn.to/3HVHyDS
4oz glass bottles with dropper amzn.to/3I0VtbP
mini gift set boxes amzn.to/3HRRRZs
large bags for markets amzn.to/3K4mr4I
kraft crinkle for gift boxes amzn.to/3YOdkJK
9x6x3 boxes amzn.to/426A60U
9x6x3 boxes amzn.to/3jZFd2v
5ml sampler containers amzn.to/3E4ueLY
2oz metal tins amzn.to/3RY0GWj
kraft paper stand up bags amzn.to/3RVJ39r
Raffia Ribbon amzn.to/3Lpf9Jw
MARKET SETUP
3 Tier shelf stand amzn.to/3Ll84d9
3 tier collapsible stand amzn.to/4799xKB
Gray carrying stackable totes www.target.com/p/hefty-12gal-...
6 ft folding table with handle amzn.to/3ywVlwl
4 ft folding table adjustable height amzn.to/3JECOVi
double decker wagon www.walmart.com/ip/Ozark-Trai...
Quest 10x10 Tent www.dickssportinggoods.com/p/...
EZ up 10x10 Tent amzn.to/3TprcbN
Weights amzn.to/42gkJ6S
Money box amzn.to/3yHmHzG
Hanging Light for tent amzn.to/3liRC2n
FURNITURE
Comfy office chair amzn.to/3Xn0ZLq
Full baking trays amzn.to/3lrp3iN
half rack amzn.to/3K1B6Of
Getting Your Business Started
Started Square squareup.com/t/f_referrals/dt....
Shopify shopify.pxf.io/nLkZOR
**Links above may be affiliate links
Website for bath and beauty products www.spoilyourselfnatural.com/
Follow me IG @spoil_yourself_natural_soaps
FB @spoilyourselfnatural
Email SpoilYourselfNaturalSoap@gmail.com
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Відео

NEW Soapmaking Studio With A Tour, Small Soapmaking Business Update
Переглядів 3845 місяців тому
Welcome Back! It's been a few weeks and I've gotten a little behind on keeping up with life. I was so blessed to be able to vacation with my family and get some much needed time away but as most of you know, your more tired when you return. I'm trying to catch up on sleep, misc business items, and getting my new studio up and running. Lighting is going to be a challenge for me so if you have an...
What I Would Have Done Differently Starting My Soap Business, Things That Worked & Things I Regret
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A super chatty video about things I wish I did differently and things I would 100% do again if starting over. This is a space where other makers can come to relate to the struggles of being a business owner and knowing others out there feel the same. Even though most of us work alone we don't have to feel alone (Yes I cringed while typing, but it's true). Magnetic boxes gold amzn.to/3WpBjRn blu...
Label and Chat with me about the year and markets, Small Business Vlog, Soap Makers Vlog
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In this super chatty video I'm going over ALL THE THINGS. How the years going, wholesale and how I may be changing it up, and how I've pivoted with markets. I'm here to be real and honest with you as I go through a lot of growing moments in my business. I struggle with when to change courses and knowing how to move forward while keeping my brands integrity and my creative juices flowing. I woul...
Making and Printing Labels In Canva and Maestro Label For My Soap Business, Small Business Vlog
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Today let's chat about printing labels in Canva and Online Labels (Maestro Label Designer) with a few quick tips for cleaner and clearer labels. Do you have any tips for home printing and what is a must-do for perfect labels? Tell us below! Here is the printer I use amzn.to/3vy3se4 Where I get my labels www.onlinelabels.com Where I design my labels www.canva.com ITEMS USED FOR SOAPMAKING: 8 qt ...
Making an all natural Spring soap with bergamot, tangerine, and poppyseeds. Vlog soap making day
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Welcome to another soapmaking day. I'm crafting a Spring soap inspired by the magic of nature: Tangled Vines and Midnight Blooms, a captivating blend of essential oils, including bergamot, tangerine, black pepper, patchouli, and rose geranium for an vibrant and earthy scent. Essential oil scent blend: Tangerine 50% Bergamot 43% Black pepper 5% Patchouli 1% Rose Geranium 1% What are your favorit...
Making Lotion and Chatting about Labels, Day in the Life of a Small Maker
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Today were remaking and packaging lotions while we chat about labels and pricing. Labels I mentioned in video: Online Labels 2x2 Matte Weatherproof www.onlinelabels.com/products/ol3016wi Online Labels 2x2 Glossy Weatherproof www.onlinelabels.com/products/ol3016wi Online Labels 4x2 Matte Weatherproof www.onlinelabels.com/products/ol125wj ITEMS USED FOR SOAPMAKING: 8 qt container amzn.to/3HU4hQF ...
Small Business Market Must Haves, Things you can't forget to pack for an in person market
Переглядів 1648 місяців тому
An updated must have list of things you should bring to a market. These are my most recent must have's that I use every single time. What do you bring to every market? Any items you think I missed? Here is last years video ua-cam.com/video/hcLlcO4OwRs/v-deo.html ITEMS USED FOR SOAPMAKING: 8 qt container amzn.to/3HU4hQF mini digital scale amzn.to/3IkWA7h scale amzn.to/3xkAVGb lye amzn.to/3RY56w9...
Making A Seasonal Soap That Turned Into a Flop, Trying a New Soap Tool, Soap Making Mistake
Переглядів 2578 місяців тому
In this video I try and use a new tool that was on clearance in November on 2023. I finally got around to using it. The outcome is not my favorite and there is a lot I could improve on if I choose to use this tool again. Fails happen more than not and I want to share them with you so we can learn together on how to fix them, when possible. It looks as though the tool is back on the Brambleberry...
Streamlining my soap business, merging my in person and online sales, scaling up
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Today I'm chatting about how I'm trying to streamline the way I operate. Instead of holding two inventories (Shopify & Square) I now only use Shopify (The FREE POS app) for both in person and online orders. I explain how I made the transition and if I'm liking it as I walk you through how to make the switch with instructions. Items I chatted about in the video Portable power station amzn.to/3ux...
Making Fresh & Clean Soap, Small Business, All Natural Soap Makers Vlog
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Today I'm restocking Fresh & Clean Soap. What soap do you restock the most? ITEMS USED FOR SOAPMAKING: 8 qt container amzn.to/3HU4hQF mini digital scale amzn.to/3IkWA7h scale amzn.to/3xkAVGb lye amzn.to/3RY56w9 gloves amzn.to/3E6nPjH Respirator amzn.to/3XIqya5 Blender amzn.to/42739lY Cheaper blender to start that I liked amzn.to/3Tf9wzB Brambleberry 5 lb molds wood portion www.brambleberry.com/...
Week In The Life Of a Small Maker, Soap Making Small Business, Day In The Life
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ITEMS USED FOR SOAPMAKING: 8 qt container amzn.to/3HU4hQF mini digital scale amzn.to/3IkWA7h scale amzn.to/3xkAVGb lye amzn.to/3RY56w9 gloves amzn.to/3E6nPjH Respirator amzn.to/3XIqya5 Blender amzn.to/42739lY Cheaper blender to start that I liked amzn.to/3Tf9wzB Brambleberry 5 lb molds wood portion www.brambleberry.com/shop-by-... silicone portion www.brambleberry.com/shop-by-... Molds I starte...
Making Luscious Lemon Soap, Small Business, All Natural Soap Makers Vlog
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Today I'm restocking Luscious Lemon soap. This has been a fan favorite for years and I always try and keep it in stock on my core line. It's colored with yellow clay and scented in essential oils of Lemon and Litsea Cubeba (May Chang). Who are your favorite Soapy UA-camrs to watch and why? Tell me in the comments below! Do you have a core line? If so, how many scents do you offer? ITEMS USED FO...
I didn't meet my 2023 sales goals as a small soap making business and what my plan is going forward!
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I didn't meet my 2023 sales goals as a small soap making business and what my plan is going forward!
Small business goals for 2024, what my hopes are for my soap business and how to better myself
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Small business goals for 2024, what my hopes are for my soap business and how to better myself
Chit chat about my year as a small maker and my 2024 goals
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Chit chat about my year as a small maker and my 2024 goals
Making THE LAST Winter Soap For The New Collection, Small Business All Natural Soapmakers Vlog
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Making THE LAST Winter Soap For The New Collection, Small Business All Natural Soapmakers Vlog
Making More Winter Soap, Small Business All Natural Soapmakers Vlog
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Making More Winter Soap, Small Business All Natural Soapmakers Vlog
Making Winter Soaps For The New Collection, Small Business All Natural Soapmakers Vlog
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Making Winter Soaps For The New Collection, Small Business All Natural Soapmakers Vlog
Let's Talk Business, How Are You Doing In This Economy, Money Tips For Your Small Business
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Let's Talk Business, How Are You Doing In This Economy, Money Tips For Your Small Business
Making Shower Steamers, Vlog Of A Soapmaker, How To Make Shower Steamers
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Making Shower Steamers, Vlog Of A Soapmaker, How To Make Shower Steamers
Relaxing Soap Cutting Video, ASMR Soap Cutting, Cold Process Soap Making
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Relaxing Soap Cutting Video, ASMR Soap Cutting, Cold Process Soap Making
Making Essential Oil & Clay Soap, Small Business Vlog Of A Soap Maker
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Making Essential Oil & Clay Soap, Small Business Vlog Of A Soap Maker
Changing Out A Wire On A Single Bar Soap Cutter | Small Business Soapmakers Vlog
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Changing Out A Wire On A Single Bar Soap Cutter | Small Business Soapmakers Vlog
Making Cold Process Soap | Small Business Vlog With A Soapmaker | Essential Oil Soaps
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Making Cold Process Soap | Small Business Vlog With A Soapmaker | Essential Oil Soaps
How To Make SLS Free Bath Bombs That Still Fizz With Recipe, Small Business Soapmaker Recipes
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How To Make SLS Free Bath Bombs That Still Fizz With Recipe, Small Business Soapmaker Recipes
Making Body Mist With Recipe, Multipurpose Recipe For Bath & Body, Room Spray
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Making Body Mist With Recipe, Multipurpose Recipe For Bath & Body, Room Spray
Making Summer Scrubbin Soap, Small Business Vlog Soap Making, Scrubby Soap
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Making Summer Scrubbin Soap, Small Business Vlog Soap Making, Scrubby Soap
ASMR Packing Video For A Small Business, Soapmaking ASMR, Pack ASMR Orders With Me
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ASMR Packing Video For A Small Business, Soapmaking ASMR, Pack ASMR Orders With Me
Making Beeswax Soap With Recipe, How To Make Soap, A Soapmakers Day
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Making Beeswax Soap With Recipe, How To Make Soap, A Soapmakers Day

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @allienewnham3514
    @allienewnham3514 9 днів тому

    What is hydrosol? And could you use liquid germall plus instead for the perservative?

  • @donnaclark9834
    @donnaclark9834 Місяць тому

    Can you tell me about your soap boxes. I am putting labels on soap and looking for a new alternative. Your boxes look square but I cut loaves like you do. They don't come out square. What size is your soap and box?

  • @LeMeowMeow6
    @LeMeowMeow6 Місяць тому

    How sturdy are the boxes that you use? I was wondering if I would be able to ship soap and chapsticks, just shipping with the box?

    • @SpoilYourselfNatural
      @SpoilYourselfNatural Місяць тому

      @@LeMeowMeow6 very sturdy, they are meant to be shipped with.

  • @khadijaahmed5986
    @khadijaahmed5986 2 місяці тому

    Would you write the ingredients in the box please 😊

  • @LeMeowMeow6
    @LeMeowMeow6 2 місяці тому

    Thanks for sharing! Love your video!

  • @DEANN-v9z
    @DEANN-v9z 3 місяці тому

    If i don't add a preservative how long will it last? If i dilute my paste bottle by bottle ... ?

  • @zathras2010
    @zathras2010 3 місяці тому

    I am new to this but I think the word you are looking for is not experimentation. I would call it R&D (Research and Development)

  • @konlish
    @konlish 4 місяці тому

    Oh my gosh you wasting so much water letting the tap just run like that as you soap your arm full stop please be mindful of water conservation we should also be responsible

  • @ps-bh9ct
    @ps-bh9ct 4 місяці тому

    How do I thicken 100% coconut liquid soap?

  • @tanianieves2673
    @tanianieves2673 4 місяці тому

    Thank you so much for this sincere advice. Really need to hearing this. I’m trying to launch but I think it is to less or too much ??? Etc and it’s overwhelming. this video it’s an answer to my prayers .

  • @lifeisnow3944
    @lifeisnow3944 5 місяців тому

    Nice video. But do we need to add the preservative? Could you please explain it 😊

    • @SpoilYourselfNatural
      @SpoilYourselfNatural 5 місяців тому

      Anytime water is added to a product then a preservative should be added as well.

  • @lukem3970
    @lukem3970 5 місяців тому

    Great video, thanks for sharing, when would you add vitamin E to the oils if you wanted to use it? Thanks God Bless You.

    • @SpoilYourselfNatural
      @SpoilYourselfNatural 5 місяців тому

      I would not add vitamin E so I wouldn't be able to advise when to.

    • @lukem3970
      @lukem3970 5 місяців тому

      @@SpoilYourselfNatural awesome, thanks God Bless You.

  • @chandicem9122
    @chandicem9122 5 місяців тому

    I totally agree the lufah!😁. I'm a soap maker, and my soaps lather great with a lufah!❤

  • @Sweetescapessoapery
    @Sweetescapessoapery 5 місяців тому

    You asked a lot of questions I can’t remember them all 😂 I only do weekend trips so I just leave my site open. I hope I can leave for a week someday! 🤞 even then I’ll probably just put a banner on my site that says orders will ship XX date . I don’t move stuff around either unless it’s not working. I missed where you said you went - was it Disney?? I’m weird and I have no desire to go there 😂 but Mexico yes please. I answer messages at all hours but only when I feel like it lol if I’m not in the mood it’ll wait until the next day. Im all over the place with no schedule 🫣

    • @SpoilYourselfNatural
      @SpoilYourselfNatural 5 місяців тому

      🤪 I asked so many questions, I forgot them myself! I love a nice weekend trip away, really anything to step away for a little bit it nice. Yes, Disney. I'm a beach girl through and through so I would enjoy Mexico with you just the same. I like how you said it depends on if you answer people after hours or not depending on your mood. I'm sure that makes a difference and helps with the way you reply. Schedules are not for everyone, remember that! If your happy with how it is, then it's the right way for you.

  • @sarahgirlsoaps
    @sarahgirlsoaps 6 місяців тому

    It hold so clean, bright and open! Congrats on giving yourself a space to do your passion! Excited to see your market vlogs

  • @Divergentglow
    @Divergentglow 6 місяців тому

    I'm loving it, it looks great!

  • @marthagichia
    @marthagichia 6 місяців тому

    congratulations! Looks amazing. get some rest, share more about your Disney vacation, would love to hear more about it!:)

    • @SpoilYourselfNatural
      @SpoilYourselfNatural 6 місяців тому

      Thank you! Disney was a blast. We visited Hollywood Studios, Epcot, Animal Kingdom, Magic Kingdom, Typoon Lagoon, and Disney Springs. Have you been before?

    • @marthagichia
      @marthagichia 6 місяців тому

      @@SpoilYourselfNatural I have not been there, hoping to go one day. That sounds fun.

    • @SpoilYourselfNatural
      @SpoilYourselfNatural 6 місяців тому

      @@marthagichia it was definitely a good time but super expensive. Next vacation will be by the water 😊 and way cheaper! Do you live on the east coast?

    • @marthagichia
      @marthagichia 6 місяців тому

      @@SpoilYourselfNatural I agree. The prices are expensive. No. l live in Michigan.

  • @Sweetescapessoapery
    @Sweetescapessoapery 6 місяців тому

    The studio looks great! I love the giant calendar I bet it’s really helpful to have the whole year laid out like that ❤

  • @TanjilaBeauCreativity
    @TanjilaBeauCreativity 6 місяців тому

    Loved this honest and insightful video! Your tips on starting a soap business and sharing what worked and what you’d do differently are incredibly valuable. Thanks for helping fellow entrepreneurs! 🌟 #SoapBusiness #EntrepreneurTips #Inspiration

    • @SpoilYourselfNatural
      @SpoilYourselfNatural 6 місяців тому

      Happy it gave you some ideas. Best of luck on your endeavor!

  • @widowsdiary260
    @widowsdiary260 6 місяців тому

    Why do we need a preservative in it

    • @SpoilYourselfNatural
      @SpoilYourselfNatural 6 місяців тому

      Anything that has water in the recipe or any water that may be introduced into the product should have a preservative. Hope that helps!

  • @michellecelesteNW
    @michellecelesteNW 6 місяців тому

    I started with Etsy too but now primarily do farmers markets. It's so nice to meet people and get to know what they are actually looking for - it's helped immensely! Labels, labels, labels. They are always changing. Oh m gee. So many little details and design changes.

    • @SpoilYourselfNatural
      @SpoilYourselfNatural 6 місяців тому

      Markets are really so fun once you get used to them. And your 1000% right about lables. Do you still do Etsy? If so what are tour thoughts about the platform now?

    • @michellecelesteNW
      @michellecelesteNW 6 місяців тому

      @@SpoilYourselfNatural I still have an Etsy just for exposure and for new people to see my reviews but I list on the banner to please go directly to my website. I hate the fees there and the corruption that's taken place with the new advertisement model. I'm primarily using Shopify which I'm not sure that I would totally recommend due to some slow issues but it's safety and appearance is better than some cheaper sites I've tried. My current annoyance is trying to navigate shipping to be less expensive because even though customers are paying a portion, I'm paying a portion too! Why?! I don't know.

  • @wandasmith4019
    @wandasmith4019 6 місяців тому

    Hi Danielle, I appreciate your honesty so much. I have the same struggles and knowing I am not alone is very comforting.

    • @SpoilYourselfNatural
      @SpoilYourselfNatural 6 місяців тому

      I'm so happy to hear! It always helps me to know others feel the same at times.

  • @triplegoddesssoapery
    @triplegoddesssoapery 6 місяців тому

    I love Soapmaker 3 and wouldn't be without it. If someday they expanded it to be a full service bookkeeping software with website integration I'd be their spokesperson for life 😂. I'm an accountant by day, and I keep track of all sales and finished inventory on my website, all my formulas, raw materials, and cost of sales on SM 3, and then do my full bookkeeping on sage 50. It's annoying but going into year 3, I've worked out the kinks without too much duplication.

    • @SpoilYourselfNatural
      @SpoilYourselfNatural 6 місяців тому

      That definitely would be amazing! You would be so upset with how unorganized I am with bookkeeping 😆. Let's just say there's a basket and nothing is inputted in a timely manner. Teach me your ways!

    • @triplegoddesssoapery
      @triplegoddesssoapery 6 місяців тому

      @@SpoilYourselfNatural my only advice is either do your bookkeeping little and often, OR just pay someone local to do it for you. It's worth paying someone if you hate the task then you can focus on what you do love. Also, when organizing your expenses, sort by category, not by month, bookkeepers and accountants HATE that lol.

    • @SpoilYourselfNatural
      @SpoilYourselfNatural 6 місяців тому

      @@triplegoddesssoapery I hire someone for taxes but do my monthy by myself. I do my monthly and my spec so I guess I'm not completely failing. Once I'm able to I'm totally going to pay someone to take them over!!

    • @triplegoddesssoapery
      @triplegoddesssoapery 6 місяців тому

      @@SpoilYourselfNatural Sounds like you're doing ok! 💜

  • @BeechHillSoap
    @BeechHillSoap 6 місяців тому

    Great advice! I feel I have done everything backwards. I’m still learning a lot after 20 years. I’m looking for a good starter shampoo bar, any good shampoo bar recipes to purchase you like?

    • @SpoilYourselfNatural
      @SpoilYourselfNatural 6 місяців тому

      Right?! Always learning and figuring out how to move forward. I created my own recipe for shampoo bars. I know there's one on Etsy alot of people bought and love. I don't know the name off hand but I think it's Saponification Nation if you look it up.

    • @SpoilYourselfNatural
      @SpoilYourselfNatural 6 місяців тому

      There's also a few recipes on Humble Bee & Me

    • @BeechHillSoap
      @BeechHillSoap 6 місяців тому

      @@SpoilYourselfNatural maybe DIY shampoo bar on Etsy?

    • @SpoilYourselfNatural
      @SpoilYourselfNatural 6 місяців тому

      @@BeechHillSoap yes DIY is what a bunch of makers recommended. I just heard Sarah from Sarah girl soaps said she bought a recipe and loves it in your latest video. I think she even links the listing.

    • @BeechHillSoap
      @BeechHillSoap 6 місяців тому

      @@SpoilYourselfNatural yes I saw that, and I watch Jerika Zimmerman, she mentioned she used this on too.

  • @pamwayman1944
    @pamwayman1944 6 місяців тому

    I have soap maker 3 and I love it! I haven’t had the time or website do about intergrading websites. Had a lot of family troubles. I need to get back to doing more.

    • @SpoilYourselfNatural
      @SpoilYourselfNatural 6 місяців тому

      Thanks for the reply. That makes me feel assured it's going to be helpful. I'm sorry to hear. I wish you and the family the best!

    • @pamwayman1944
      @pamwayman1944 6 місяців тому

      Thank you

  • @777VIBRANT
    @777VIBRANT 7 місяців тому

    Great video!

  • @salam.wellness
    @salam.wellness 7 місяців тому

    Hi Danielle, I'm a small business that started 9 months ago and I've been trying to figure out when is the right time to start doing farmers markets for businesses that aren't earning too much yet -- because they can be quite expensive to get started as I've seen in their application forms (vendor fees for the whole season, insurance, renting or buying a tent, displays and signage). It was helpful to hear your thoughts on the goal of earning 10x your vendor fee.Would you say it's a worthwhile risk for a business who is just barely getting by from a financial perspective, to take the plunge into spending on all the costs associated with the market?

    • @SpoilYourselfNatural
      @SpoilYourselfNatural 6 місяців тому

      I can't say what's right for you but for me it was worth it. I didn't do markets for years. I just did Etsy until I found my rhythm and was comfortable with my products and company. When I did decide to move forward with markets it was a worth while investment for my company but it was more than I expected to pay. I choose to buy most items in one season and not little by little. It was about 3000 when I was done. I'm sure it could have been much cheaper but I wanted very specific things for my "look". Hope that helped on some level.

  • @lynnrussell6736
    @lynnrussell6736 7 місяців тому

    I understand totally. Marketing is not my thing. I feel like I have hit a wall. As far as numbers estimate to sell, it's a crap shoot lol. I want this full time in 4 years but have a long way to go! Thank you for this video, it is good to know we are not alone in our feelings.

    • @SpoilYourselfNatural
      @SpoilYourselfNatural 7 місяців тому

      It makes such a difference knowing someone else might be feeling the same. Running a small business definitely has it's lonely moments.

  • @nancyfranklin7251
    @nancyfranklin7251 7 місяців тому

    I am by no means an expert, but listening to you it sounds like are too "exclusive" with your line. I feel you can do both natural and expand with other products. There is no reason you can't have different lines....your "natural" and then some fun fragrances and micas or essential oils and natural colorants. This way you can expand your product line and people are happy with handmade products, knowing what is in the items they are buying etc. Hope this helps

  • @lovelather9012
    @lovelather9012 7 місяців тому

    I’m prepping for a Mother’s Day market and I’m burning myself out with it 😫 I’m making tons of new product which I need to do, but I think just doing it all so much and at once is too much for me. This is more of a hobby for me but whew.

    • @SpoilYourselfNatural
      @SpoilYourselfNatural 7 місяців тому

      Sounds like your a busy bee. I love that for you. I hope your market is a hit! Don't forget your own self-care 😘

  • @19thavenue56
    @19thavenue56 7 місяців тому

    You have no idea how much I needed to hear what you had to say in this video. It helped me more than you can imagine. I have wondered so many times if I am the only one who has these very thoughts and feelings regarding what I'm trying to do. Hearing your honesty and transparency absolutely brought me a major sense of peace! Thank you, thank you for just keeping it real!

    • @SpoilYourselfNatural
      @SpoilYourselfNatural 7 місяців тому

      Thank you so much for your comment. It definitely helps knowing other makers are going through similar things.

  • @HappilyAwkard
    @HappilyAwkard 7 місяців тому

    This video was for me and how I felt the past year. I decided not to do wholesale this year and focusing on retail only this year. I'm also limiting my vendor markets to mostly farmers markets and popups that i've done already. I dropped 8 scents from my candle line. I'm going back to my minimalist lifestyle so other than my top sellers everything else is made to order. I'm keeping my cost low as possible this economy is going to get worse than better!

    • @corrylloyd6593
      @corrylloyd6593 7 місяців тому

      I feel the same! I have lots going on but still feel it! I think it’s just the time of the year we’re right in the middle of the seasons changing and I think that’s part of it… I think you and your Brand is awesome! Your doing so good at what you do..

    • @SpoilYourselfNatural
      @SpoilYourselfNatural 7 місяців тому

      I'm so happy to hear others are doing the same. I think if we go back to basics it may just get us through it! It's also a good reminder that we don't NEED to offer all those extras most small businesses now offer. I appreciate your feedback. Something I may need to consider as well.

    • @SpoilYourselfNatural
      @SpoilYourselfNatural 7 місяців тому

      @@corrylloyd6593 thank you!

  • @eltarotdelchakalhugocrozie1027
    @eltarotdelchakalhugocrozie1027 7 місяців тому

    How much are your soaps? I mean each single soap

  • @sarahgirlsoaps
    @sarahgirlsoaps 7 місяців тому

    This is what I do to with canva and maestro. I need to get adobe. I do not use that step. Thank you for sharing!

    • @SpoilYourselfNatural
      @SpoilYourselfNatural 7 місяців тому

      It's free to download, definitely try it. It made a world of difference for me!

  • @ginnymartin116
    @ginnymartin116 7 місяців тому

    Thank you for the tips, I use Online Labels and I'm definitely going to download the Adobe reader. I've been wondering how to get into the settings to up the quality of the label printing. Thank you for the help! :)

    • @SpoilYourselfNatural
      @SpoilYourselfNatural 7 місяців тому

      Anytime! I swear it's the most obvious things that we totally gloss over sometimes. Years of trying complex things for ideal printing and all I needed was Adobe, and it was in bold letters on Maestro to download 😂. Glad I could point it out. Fingers crossed it helps your printing quality.

    • @ginnymartin116
      @ginnymartin116 7 місяців тому

      @@SpoilYourselfNatural Yes, I'm always missing something it seems! :) Thanks again!

    • @SpoilYourselfNatural
      @SpoilYourselfNatural 7 місяців тому

      @@ginnymartin116 I always do!! No matter how hard I try..

  • @PJWorthy
    @PJWorthy 8 місяців тому

    Love the swirls!

  • @PJWorthy
    @PJWorthy 8 місяців тому

    I like watching how you make your soaps and I like narrative. I watch Ellen Ruth Soap and Jerika from Quenchbear and have been following them for years.

  • @PJWorthy
    @PJWorthy 8 місяців тому

    Just found your channel today, Danielle. Love the soaps I’m seeing.

  • @PJWorthy
    @PJWorthy 8 місяців тому

    Such a lovely soap stamp on here! Would love to hear you narrate-love that swirl!

  • @PJWorthy
    @PJWorthy 8 місяців тому

    That soap looks beautiful!!!

  • @boop7313
    @boop7313 8 місяців тому

    It's beautiful just the way it is. The eo blend sounds gorgeous too.

    • @SpoilYourselfNatural
      @SpoilYourselfNatural 8 місяців тому

      Thank you so much! The essential oil blend is nice, very fresh and earthy.

  • @corrylloyd6593
    @corrylloyd6593 8 місяців тому

    Beautiful Label! ❤❤❤ I wish here in Canada we could advertise the benefits of our products on our labels 😞

    • @SpoilYourselfNatural
      @SpoilYourselfNatural 8 місяців тому

      Thank you for the kindness. I'm not familiar with labeling in Canada. I do know it's more strict than the US. That must stink.

    • @corrylloyd6593
      @corrylloyd6593 8 місяців тому

      It is very strict! We can't say anything like.. it is moisturizing, nourishing for the skin, it is good for ecema or any other skin issue.. it does stink lol

  • @corrylloyd6593
    @corrylloyd6593 8 місяців тому

    How much witch hazel do you use? Thanks!❤

    • @SpoilYourselfNatural
      @SpoilYourselfNatural 8 місяців тому

      Whatever is needed as my binder. Depends your environment.

    • @corrylloyd6593
      @corrylloyd6593 8 місяців тому

      @@SpoilYourselfNatural I’m trying to switch out my Slsa in my recipes. I usually use witch hazel and it works fine.. I tried your recipe and it did not stay together. Performance was beautiful! But it was just a powdered mess…

    • @SpoilYourselfNatural
      @SpoilYourselfNatural 8 місяців тому

      @@corrylloyd6593 that stinks. My only real advice is maybe try to make them more wet that you normally would with slsa. I've never personally used slsa only sci. I wish I had a solid answer on the amount but bathbombs are soo finicky. I can make a recipe one day and it's awesome and do the exact same thing the next and it's a mess. If you try it again let me know what you changed and how it came out. I'm happy you at least enjoyed the foam and feel (maybe bath dust for now 😉)

    • @corrylloyd6593
      @corrylloyd6593 8 місяців тому

      Thanks! I will try it again.. it is the top of my to-do list for tomorrow 🙂

    • @corrylloyd6593
      @corrylloyd6593 8 місяців тому

      ​@SpoilYourselfNatural I think I figured out the problem... I don't think I filled my mold enough. So, I tweaked the recipe a bit. I'll share with you the recipe and results tomorrow by email if that's ok? If so do you have an email addy? Thanks so much for your help! I truly appreciate it! ❤🙂

  • @lovelather9012
    @lovelather9012 8 місяців тому

    Labeling is the bane of my existence. If I could outsource anything, it would be that. Nothing EVER goes right. Just last night I spent about an hour getting some labels together only for my printer to print out ONE page and then be out of ink. I personally have always had trouble too with online labels getting to print correctly. Since I switched to Avery they print out fine, you know, if one of any 100s of other things doesn't go wrong.

    • @SpoilYourselfNatural
      @SpoilYourselfNatural 8 місяців тому

      We all have that one thing don't we. I don't hate labeling near as much as admin work. What a bummer about your labels, hopefully your ink is on it's way to you now :)

  • @lovelather9012
    @lovelather9012 8 місяців тому

    It's funny you talk about change, in big box stores, I don't even notice it. I just gloss over it and round it up in my head lol. I guess that's why I just round up the price of my own products.

    • @SpoilYourselfNatural
      @SpoilYourselfNatural 8 місяців тому

      I hear that, it's so easy to gloss over so many things the big box stores do.

  • @corrylloyd6593
    @corrylloyd6593 8 місяців тому

    We added a 12x20 room on the back of our garage. I love it! It is my soaping studio. I have a double stainless steel sink area with counter space, upper and lower cupboards, packing station, office station with desk top computer and 2 monitors, long counter with cupboards, stainless steel table, space for my bakers drying rack, and 3 IKEA Ivar shelf units. It’s awesome!

    • @SpoilYourselfNatural
      @SpoilYourselfNatural 8 місяців тому

      That sounds glorious! Maybe in my dreamhouse I'll be able to do some like that. Enjoy it!

  • @ellenrousseau2026
    @ellenrousseau2026 9 місяців тому

    They look good! Could you maybe pour smaller amounts into each section so the first doesn't bow out? Then continue to fill each evenly? I've seen it done with crisp lines, but probably takes some practice. Thank you for sharing your video!

    • @SpoilYourselfNatural
      @SpoilYourselfNatural 8 місяців тому

      Thays a great way to try. Thanks for sharing your feedback!

  • @lovelather9012
    @lovelather9012 9 місяців тому

    I think they came out really nice and straight considering the bowing! Running a hanger swirl through the design, back and forth long-ways would be really pretty!

  • @marthagichia
    @marthagichia 9 місяців тому

    Hello Danielle, I have a question about the size of the label that goes on the box? Am working on labels trying different options. Thank you.

    • @SpoilYourselfNatural
      @SpoilYourselfNatural 9 місяців тому

      The scanner label is 1.75 x.5 and my soap label is 7x2. If it was another product, please let me know.

    • @marthagichia
      @marthagichia 9 місяців тому

      @@SpoilYourselfNatural Thank you soo much