Skipping Stone Soap

Woke up this morning to clear skies, fresh(er) air, and a gentle breeze — one of those perfect, easy mornings. Our classic Country Cottage bar feels ‘just right’ in this kind of moment.

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Here in Southern Ontario, we’re currently under some of the worst air quality in the world. Fine smoke particles land on skin and hair throughout the day, even from a short time outside, and can leave skin feeling irritated, dry, or tight.

If you’ve been out today, it’s worth washing up before bed rather than skipping your usual routine:

• Rinse exposed skin — face, hands, arms
• Wash your hair before it hits the pillow
• Moisturize after to help skin recover

Avoid or limit time outdoors until conditions improve, and stay safe out there. 💛

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You know that thing where you want to smell a bar of soap but it’s hidden in a box, or shrink-wrapped in plastic? We didn’t love that either.

So each bar gets two pieces of recycled paper — one wraps two-thirds of it, one holds that in place — leaving just enough window to see, smell, and still keep it off the shelf and out of everyone’s hands.

The pattern is a small nod to what’s inside. Topography lines for the earthy/woody ones. Stone speckles for the terrazzo bars. Ripples for the swirled ones. Kept it simple and monotone on purpose — the bar’s the main character, the wrapper is just there to say a little about it before you open it.

Simple, practical, and quietly doing its job.

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Happy Canada Day from us to you. 🍁

Hope your day is full of good company, great weather, and maybe a few skipped stones. Wishing everyone a safe and happy celebration! 🇨🇦

P.S. Soap and shampoo bars are offered at special prices in the shop today — no code needed. Shop link in bio.

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You asked, so here it is — how we wrap our round shampoo bars.

Just a humble coffee filter. It wraps around the bar beautifully, it’s breathable, compostable, and sometimes the simplest solution really is the best one.

Happy Pride!

Soap that celebrates you —
and the love in every colour. 🌈

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Thoughtful packaging is part of the handmade experience.

When you order from our online shop, your bars are carefully bundled with cotton twine and packed into 100% recycled kraft padded mailers with fibre cushioning (up to about 10 bars). By arranging soaps into compact “flat packs” we’re able to protect them during transit without relying on oversized boxes or excess filler packaging.

It’s not flashy, and we’ve never been drawn to elaborate packaging trends. It’s simply a reflection of how we approach everything we make: simple, thoughtful, practical, and crafted with care.

Because sometimes the smallest details make the biggest difference.

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🌈 Our Pride Sale continues until June 30. Save 20% on all soap bars and celebrate the love in every colour. Use code PRIDE26. Shop link in bio.

Happy Pride! 🌈✨
Thank you for supporting our small LGBTQ+ business throughout the year. Every order, kind word, share, and recommendation means the world to us. ❤️

Here’s to love in every colour, and to celebrating the people who make our communities shine. 🥂

Enjoy 20% off all individual soap and shampoo bars with code PRIDE26 from June 25–30. Free shipping in Canada for orders $75+! Shop link in bio.

Wishing you a joyful Pride week—and a year filled with love, authenticity, and belonging.

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Okay, we can’t control the weather, but we can make your shower feel a whole lot cooler. 😎

When the forecast says ☀️🌡️🥵, we reach for these minty favourites.

Our ice- and snow-themed soaps, including Snowmelt, Frozen Lake, and Frost, along with our cooling Arctic Rain shampoo bars and Clover Hill soap, are packed with peppermint, spearmint, eucalyptus, and menthol to create a fresh, cooling sensation that’s become a summertime ritual for many of our customers.

Warning: may result in extra-long showers and spontaneous declarations of “Ahhhh, that’s better.” ❄️🚿

Pro tip: Finish with a quick cold rinse for an extra-refreshing boost.

Last year, one customer was completely hooked on our Snowmelt soap and stocked up for the entire summer. It may sell out again this year! 😉

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The Summer Solstice is almost here marking the longest day of the year and the official start of summer. ☀️

To celebrate, we’re offering 15% off everything on our website through Sunday. (Excludes Pick Five+ discount and e-gift card purchases)

Use code SOLSTICE at checkout.
Whether you’re stocking up on favourites, trying a new neighbourhood-inspired soap, or picking up a gift, this is a great time to check out the collection. Free shipping in Canada for orders $75+. Shop link in bio.

Wishing everyone a wonderful start to the summer season. 🌻