Cosmetics, Spa and Bath

Little Heathens

If you like Heathen’s Hearth then you’ll love Little Heathens natural bath and skin care for kids.

Little Heathens: All products are as close to natural as they can get. I use only paraben free preservatives and pthalate free fragrances. These products cost a little more, but they are worth every penny to avoid over exposing children’s delicate skin to more potential allergens and chemicals.

Cinnamon candy individual soap hearts, black licorice... → Read the rest of this article

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A Good Bath Freaking Rules

It wasn’t too hard to choose who to write about this week. I recently moved my studio and set up shop with a new studio mate. Dear readers, please meet Kim Of Stella Marie Soap Company. She is in charge of making our space smell great!

Kim makes soaps with a twist. Looking more like deserts, they are quite enticing. And we can’t forget her “last call” soap made with Narragansett Lager, which may seem good enough to drink, but really, drinking soap... → Read the rest of this article

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Interview with Cheri Tracy of Orglamix

Update 2011: There’s been some controversy about whether or not Orglamix is really handmade or not. Please see the comments below for details and add any information you might have on the subject.

Orglamix is artisan crafted 100% pure organic mineral makeup. All Orglamix products are proudly formulated without: Nano Particles, Bismuth Oxychloride, Synthetic Dyes, Parabens, Synthetic Fragrances, Petrochemicals, Parabens. Orglamix is a proud member of PETA. I guarantee you... → Read the rest of this article

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What's Going On In My Town?

Are you near Chicagoland, IL, US? Then you’re in luck!

Esther’s Place Fiber Arts Studio, Big Rock, Illinois

Esther’s is introducing UFO Fridays, every Friday from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m.! Bring your Unfinished Fiber Object and have tea and chat while you finally get that project finished. Need a little help with a complicated project or pattern? Then UFO Fridays is the place to be!

And coming soon: The Julia Child Project- Inspired by the movie,... → Read the rest of this article

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Herban Lifestyle

Mary Kearns grew up in a very environmentally conscious household. Her mother was into organic cooking and being “green” long before it was the latest and the coolest. “I was so embarrassed,” Mary says, recalling her school lunches wrapped in waxed paper, instead of plastic bags like the other kids had. “But now I’m thankful that I was made aware of these issues so early.”

Her mother’s awareness and activism has paid off. Mary Kearns is now the owner... → Read the rest of this article

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