Buyers are raving!
This shop got multiple 5-star reviews in the past 7 days.
Announcement
Shop for gifts...Just change the address, mark as "gift", leave your message to the recipient (in the gift area) and send direct. My products will take excellent care of your skin and those you care about. Wholesome items, with a touch of art...for you and gift giving. Stay Healthy!
Feel free to contact me with any questions. Thanks for visiting...Joan
Announcement
Shop for gifts...Just change the address, mark as "gift", leave your message to the recipient (in the gift area) and send direct. My products will take excellent care of your skin and those you care about. Wholesome items, with a touch of art...for you and gift giving. Stay Healthy!
Feel free to contact me with any questions. Thanks for visiting...Joan
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Miranda on Jan 13, 2021
5 out of 5 starsCute honeybee on this pretty smelling lotion bar! I love this shop and their products!
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finland4 on Jan 11, 2021
5 out of 5 starsBeautiful soaps and scents! Nicely packaged and quick delivery! Thank you!
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Mecka on Jan 18, 2021
5 out of 5 starsJoan is very accommodating with specific request, and the shipping is ALWAYS fast. Most importantly the soaps are of high quality and for a reasonable price.
About JOANSGARDENS
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In 2011, Williams Sonoma - West Elm - purchased my "Felted Soap"
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"Best in Show" 2013 Handcrafted Soap & Cosmetic Guild - Raleigh NC
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A Soap reminder of years gone by...makes a nice yard structure!
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Drying Soap! Tall, narrow tables made by my husband, using sections of recycled bowling alley lanes for the table tops.
Soaping...
I love making handmade soap...
The focus on making something useful and even necessary, yet having the freedom to put a creative touch to the product, greatly appeals to me.
I've been an avid gardener for many years, also an RN and in the nursing profession for 35+ years. In 2001, my then, creative "hobby" of making soap, started to expand, and I've since watched it develop into a wonderful journey. Soap making has always been a place for comfortable creativity and that creativity, gradually developed into a steady, enjoyable business.
Most of the time I consider myself a one woman operation, but my husband often helps with weighing and prepping the oils and is a steady companion at Art Shows.
Several highlights in my soaping "career": In 2011, Williams-Sonoma made a large purchase order for my "felted soap", in which I had to recruit beyond my husband!
Also in 2013, my soap was voted "Best in Show" in competition, at the Handcrafted Soap and Cosmetic Guild, at it's annual convention.
Etsy has opened a whole new avenue of displaying and selling my products.... so for now, I'll just keep on creating and enjoying it.
Shop members
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Joan Broughton
Owner
Shop policies
Accepted payment methods
Returns and exchanges
I gladly accept cancellations
I don't accept returns or exchanges
Returns and exchange details
If you are not pleased with my products, I will refund your money.
Shipping
-Small orders will be sent in a bubble mailer First Class.
-All other orders will be sent priority mail and flat rate will be used appropriately.
-You'll receive a tracking number with each sale.
More information
Frequently asked questions
Sizing details
I make 2 soap bar sizes. My loaf slice bar is 3.5 in X 2.5 in X 1 in and my flat rectangular bar is 3 in X 2.5 in X 1.5 in
Care instructions
For a longer lasting hard bar of soap, keep out of a direct stream of water and use some type of draining system, so that your soap does not constantly pool in water.
Wholesale availability
I no longer wholesale my products...
If you are looking for bulk soap for weddings, showers, or other events, I do offer "soap loaves" that are cut or uncut.
Look under ITEMS offered.
Custom and personalised orders
--I will be happy to make custom orders, just contact me & ask.
--If it is a custom order for soap...you must purchase at least 4 or 8 bars (sizes of soap mold). I can blend and create something different, but it must be an essential oil, fragrance oil, or color that you see somewhere in my shop. The custom order soap will need to be ordered at least 2-3 weeks before needed...mostly for drying purposes.
Gift wrapping and packaging
SOAP PACKAGING: All of my soaps are individually packaged in a clear shrink wrap band, so that you can see the design. Both ends of the soap are partially opened, so that you can enjoy the scent. Each soap contains a label with title and ingredient listing.
GIFT: If this is a gift, please "check" gift option. Add your message and your recipient will receive your typed message without a priced invoice.