Latherati Soap Giveaway! closed

soap inspired by literature with an awesome lather!

Remember in elementary, middle school and high school we were all required to read a whole bunch of books in English class? I'm an engineer and clearly a lover of math, but great literature is a true gift, with themes and lessons that will last us a lifetime.

Moreso, an amazing story that will inspire us... just like The Secret Garden inspired Julie of Latherati Soap to create this BLOSSOM scented soap.

The soap surely smells like a secret garden... though one that I do not want to keep a secret, and instead want to share with all of you. Not only does it smell clean and wonderful, but the lather it produces is fantastic!

Julie started making soap about 10 years ago while in North Dakota. Not a fan of cold weather, she searched for a hobby and quickly fell in love with soapmaking. She did a lot of research and learned as much as she could about the various benefits of oils, butters and additives. She has been playing in the kitchen making soap ever since!

Literature is Julie's first inspiration. She loves to read and seems to always be able to smell a story. "There's nothing like transporting yourself into the lives of the characters in books. Books always offer something...add something to your life, whether it be a moral or a new way of looking at things...ideas to ponder."

Julie's soap is different from other soaps in that she hopes to inspire passion for literature. She wants to keeping read alive and well and pass that gift along to everyone, especially all of you... well one in particular as Julie has offered one of you the chance to win two bars of handmade soap and a 4 oz. bottle of body lotion in your choice of scent!

To Enter:
Visit Latherati Soap and tell me your favorite scent in a comment. Be sure to leave your contact email as well!

For a second entry, follow Julie's blog! http://latherati.blogspot.com (She has monthly challenges in which you can partake! Enter to Win!)

Contest will end February 25, 2010

Contest is open to international entries

BE SURE TO ENTER MY OTHER GIVEAWAYS LISTED IN THE TOP RIGHT!

DISCLAIMER:
Winner will have 48 hours to confirm win by the email I send to him/her. By entering this contest you agree to not hold me nor the sponsor responsible if I don't get your confirmation email or if the prize does not arrive.

Julie did NOT pay me to do this review. I often approach artists and designers for reviews and giveaways when I find their products online. I ask their permission to review their products. If someone asks me to review his/her product, I will always let you know. Once winner has confirmed, I send winner's info to the sponsor. I am not responsible for delivery of prize thereafter

HempBath Review and Giveaway! (CLOSED)

I just got back from Miami, and all I have on my mind is how much I want to be back on the beach sipping margaritas, mohitos and whatever coconut drink I could have. I love those flavors, so imagine how wonderful it felt to try Coconut Lime soap and body cream from HempBath.

Kylee, the skin care maven behind HempBath, has been making soaps and creams for years. She has a lot of tattoos and therefore pays very close attention to what she puts on her skin. One day she noticed that most of the products she loved had hemp oil in them, so she did some research and was blown away by how Hemp is both environmentally and health conscious.

"With regular use, Hemp Oil can help slow down the effects of skin aging, while reducing skin discomfort by soothing and restoring dry or damaged skin. Leaving the skin smooth and moisturized, it as been shown to relieve the symptoms of eczema, psoriasis and even acne.

Hemp Seed Oil is one of the world's most richest sources of Vitamin E, polyunsaturated fats, including both of the essential fatty acids (Omega 3 & Omega 6) and GLA, making it an unequaled natural emollient and moisturizer."

And the best part, NO GREASY RESIDUE. All of Kylee's products are Hypo-allergenic, Vegan & Earth Friendly! On top of that Kylee is dedicated to service, making her products within 24 hours.

My favorite thing about the lotion and soap... the scent Coconut Lime. Every time I use them, I am transported back to Miami. The scent isn't over-powering at all, but it certainly lasts a very long time. My skin felt absolutley silky and satiny.

And now you have the chance to feel the same way!

Kylee has generously offered one of you the chance to win a soap and body cream set custom made for the winner in any scent you choose. Kylee's favorite scent is Nag Champa. It gets her hubby to do the dishes.

Which scent is your favorite?


Enter to win:
Visit Hemp Bath and tell me your favorite product and scent. Must do both to win!
PLEASE MAKE SURE TO LEAVE YOUR EMAIL!

If you CANNOT wait to win, Kylee is offering a 10% discount to all of my readers. The code is "Hemp10."

Winner will have 48 hours to contact me.

Only one entry per person. Duplicates will be deleted.
I will use random.org to select the winner.
Contest ends September 12th.

Scottish Dog Soap

This novelty soap is beautiful, well-made and perfect for any pet-lover. Its incredible detail almost makes it look like a paper-weight rather than soap.



Gianna Rose Atelier has several soaps to choose from. Ones that look like animals and others that look like fluffs of ice cream... also with yummy flavors like creme brulee. (via Gianna Rose Atelier)