2025 Makers of the Month Roundup
Meet our 2025 Makers! Each interview contains information about how they got started as a small business, what inspires them, and their plans for the future.
January: Velvet Bubble Shop
Stephanie creates unique soap designs inspired by nostalgia, whimsy, and sweet treats. She has amassed over 100k followers across her social media channels through her talent and authenticity.“I love brain storming soap designs and drawing them out,” Stephanie says. “So many different designs can be created! As cliché as it sounds, inspiration is literally everywhere! Look at your curtains, look at nature, think of your favorite childhood snack... inspiration is everywhere!”
February: SnobLove Bar
Yvonne discovered the art of soap making while in cosmetology school over a decade ago. Today, she is known for her intricate, beautiful designs and piping work.
“What makes The SnobLove Bar unique is my unapologetically and obnoxiously pretty soaps, packaging, and presentation,” Yvonne says. “I really try to make my customers feel special. I do a lot of hand-piped floral, gemstone, and romantic designs.”
March: Midnight Soapworks
Sophia began her small business journey around five years ago, after many years of purchasing handmade soaps from other small makers. Today, she creates beautifully intricate designs with embeds, swirls, layers and vibrant colors.
“I’ve always loved the idea of soap as more than just a utility item—but a form of art,” Sophia says. “I love creating something fun and interesting that turns a simple task like handwashing or showering into something to look forward to!”
April: Quench Bear
Jerika started making soap 8 years ago after discovering Soap Queen videos on YouTube. Now, she has gained over 100k subscribers on her own YouTube channel.
“My products not only celebrate the power of nature and botanicals, they also are designed to reflect nature’s beauty as well,” Jerika says. “Botanicals are used not only in oil infusions, but also in powder form and extracts, giving my customers the feeling of bringing nature into their showers and baths.”
May: Poetry & Bloom
Kay founded Poetry & Bloom in 2022 after discovering her passion for creating beautiful handmade soap.
“I often find inspiration from traveling and local farmers markets, gardens, and nature,” Kay says. “This approach allows me to capture the essence of botanicals, their colors, and scents! Since the start, I have been committed to creating high-quality, handcrafted soaps that are both beautiful and functional.”
June: Simply Soaped Co.
Savannah started her soap making journey in 2023 and hasn't looked back since! She loves to experiment with different swirl techniques and color palettes, taking inspiration from nature and popular culture.
“If you’re thinking about starting your own soap business from home, my biggest piece of advice is: don’t wait for everything to be perfect—just start!” Savannah says. “Do your research—read books, watch videos, and there are some great resources online, like Bramble Berry’s informational articles. For me, I’m a visual learner, so I found watching tutorials and seeing things in action really helpful.”
July: Clover Soapworks
Nathan learned how to make old-fashioned lard soap from his mother and quickly became obsessed. Now Nathan shares his colorful and swirly bars on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube with millions of followers.
“As a full-time accountant, I spend the majority of my day in front of a computer working on spreadsheets and numbers,” Nathan says. “Creating soap and bath and body products is my outlet; it allows me to express my creativity in ways that are not possible in my day job.”
August: Beehouse Soap
Mithila is a pediatrician, soap maker, and the founder of Beehouse Soap. She discovered the art of soap making over a decade ago as a creative escape from her stressful job as a doctor.
“During the COVID pandemic, being a doctor was very difficult. Making soap and creating art became a release for all of the despair I felt from the state of the world,” Mithila says. “I made so much soap that I had too much to give my office staff! So I started my own business to share my creativity with others.”
September: Mainland Vintage
Sara discovered the art of soapmaking after stumbling across Bramble Berry YouTube videos, and the rest is history! Today, she runs a successful small business with a production studio and several employees.
“Every Mainland Vintage product tells a story, which means there’s a way for customers to identify with our products in a way that's deeply personal,” Sara says. “There’s something for everyone— gifting someone a soap that reminds them of home, supporting a cause they believe in, or loving the high quality ingredients we use.”
October: O'Soy Candle Co.
Justine started making candles back in 2009. Over the last 15 years, Justine has grown a successful candle brand inspired by nostalgia and life’s most special moments.
“I was constantly buying candles to fill my apartment, until one day I thought, why not try making them myself?” Justine says. “What started as a small experiment quickly grew into something bigger. I shared what I was working on through social media and before I knew it, friends and family were reaching out to buy my candles. From those early experiments and sales, O’Soy steadily grew into the candle company it has become today!”
November: Suds & Sunsets Co.
Katie from Suds and Sunsets Co. is passionate about creating eco-friendly bars of soap for sensitive skin. Her vibrant designs are inspired by beautiful sunsets, desert landscapes, and life's simple pleasures.
“My biggest challenge I’m currently experiencing is not being able to make all the fun soaps I want. As of right now, I’m a one-woman show essentially running a young and thriving business from our kitchen,” Katie says. “I have a beautiful community who takes such wonderful care of us, but I wish I could make enough soap for every hand in Lake Havasu (and beyond).”
If you’re a maker with a small business, tag photos of your work with #BrambleOn for a chance to be featured next year!
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