Mr. Boo the Soap visit The Everett Theater, in our hometown of Middletown, Delaware

It's October which can only mean one thing at Sunbasilgarden Soap, it's time for Tales of Mr. Boo the Soap Ghost! If you don't know who Mr. Boo is, well he's a bubbly little fellow made of bubble gum scented glycerin soap. I cut him and all his little clones freehand out of thin layer of soap and he just happens to be one of my all time favorite creations. I love the fact that he is freehand and each guy is just a tad different than the next. He has been in our line up since the beginning and will continue to float through every October.

Now on with today's tale.

Mr. Boo visits the Everett. 
Home of the filming of Dead Poet's Society.

Mr. Boo wants to show off our biggest landmark here in my home hometown of Middletown, DE - The Everett Theater.  So he took a little visit being sure not to get squished by the heavy traffic on Main Street today. (I personally had quite a few lookers while I photographed him being that I was practically laying on the street but anything for my Boo!)

The Everett is a historic theater still in operation today. It is most known for filming of "Dead Poet's Society" starring the late Robin Williams. The week of Robin's passing we had Tv crews and memorials in his name. The theater currently showcases local plays and still screens movies with The Gibby Arts Center next door.

That is all of Boo, until we meet again!

You can find Mr. Boo and our entire Halloween and Fall line up at our Etsy shop as well.

16,000 Etsy Sales Milestone Thank you!

Today we hit a milestone here at Sunbasilgarden Soap. We hit our 16,000 sale on Etsy!  I am so very grateful for all our amazing customers, new and repeat who have received my soapy creations with such love. I can barely remember a day that I didn't start it with a cup of coffee and off to check my Etsy shop. If you sell, on Etsy you know what I mean.

I remember the night I decided to make soap. I ordered a 25 lb block of glycerin and a handful of supplies for $50. When it arrived from Brambleberry, I thought oh my gosh, we will be using that block the rest of our lives. But the ideas kept coming along with many trials and errors and soon enough my little hobby turned into a real business. We are so very blessed to have found a home with our customers and just wanted to say a giant THANK YOU!!!

With that being said, we have 16 COUPON CODES FOR A FREE BAR OF SOAP TO GIVE OUT!

You can use this code with your next purchase at Sunbasilgarden Soap.
Expires at the Dec 20, 2012.

All you have to do is RUN, RUN to our facebook page, and the first 16 folks to post, get a code!

Sunbasilgarden's New Executive Assistant

So we are in the final days of summer break! I don't know about you fellow mommas, but I'm almost ready to return to structure:  homework, field trips, lunch money, where are my socks, "Oh I forgot to tell you Mom, that book report is due tomorrow", "Mom, where is my backpack?, PTA and the like.  Well after I spell it out, maybe lazy days of summer are just fine.

Anyways, my dear 9 year old son, has been asking me every morning if he can reorganize my studio space. I mean, every day! My head barely makes it off the pillow. So I finally surrendered last night, and I now have an official new Executive Assistant at Sunbasilgarden Soap. He did all of this himself, his idea and even moved almost every piece. Check it out! I woke up renewed and ready to start the busy wholesale and holiday season ahead. Thanks so much Jack. He is available to lend out. jk. One of the many gifts you receive when you have children, all of the little moments like this.

Shop Etsy for Handmade Valentine's Day Finds

Some of my favorite Valentine Etsy finds.

1. Red Heart Candle by MoniCandles
2. Bling Soaps by Sunbasilgardensoap
3. Valentine Felted Ornaments by RedMarionette
4. Fake Cupcake by 12LegsCuriosites
5. Felted Penguins by MiloandBen
6. Baby Rose Soap by ABreathOfFrenchAir
7. Mustache and Kiss Mug Set by ModernMadness
8. White Dahlia Print by ModernArtEveryday
9. Soap Pretzels by Sunbasilgardensoap


It's a great time to shop handmade on Etsy for the sweethearts on your list! Take a visit today.

Shipping changes at Sunbasilgarden Soap

Every year we have new changes at the good Ol' United States Postal Service.

2012 UPDATED SHIPPING POLICIES

Sunbasilgarden Soap is super proud to continue to offer combined shipping!
And now you can purchase up to 10 ITEMS AT A TIME and still pay that awesome low FLAT RATE.
No postal increases for USA customers.

Due to International postal increases, there are new prices for International Flat Rate. I only charge the true shipping cost and this number is not inflated for supplies or handling.

CANADA  $13
INTERNATIONAL CUSTOMERS $17

Brand New GREEN Soap Collection

Do you love the color GREEN? I sure do. Here's the GREEN SOAP COLLECTION for those on your shopping list who like there soaps clean, simple and fresh. The scents are also what we consider green in notes. Set includes: Fresh Cut Grass, Sparkling Mojito, Cool Citrus Basil and Fresh Pear Cupcake.

Available for single orders as well at Sunbasilgarden Soap.

Happy to ship direct as a gift. Shipping time is currently less than 48 hours too!

Jingle Bells Soap Giveaway Winner!

Good morning yah' all. 

First of all, thank you so much for playing my reindeer games.

I was very impressed with all the very sweet comments added about what is your favorite part of the Holidays.

Spending time with family topped the charts followed by the scents and foods of the season. I really enjoyed reading all of your posts.

And the winner is.......Nancy's Couture! Random. org - 36.

I have emailed you Nancy and will get your goodies on their way to you.

But everyone is a winner...as I have a secret COUPON CODE you can use at Sunbasilgarden Soap.

Enjoy 15% off all orders using code at checkout, "SANTA".

Start your December with Starbucks deals

Here's a great way to get your festiveness on from Starbucks. I plan to visit often for a little pick up while I Etsy it up at the soap shop. Some great gifts deals to pick up too.

Starbuck's 12 Days of Merriment Sharing

Starting Dec 1 through Dec 12.

You can text, MERRY to 697289 to have each day's specials sent to your phone.

Some yummy deals await:

Dec 1 – Holiday Starbucks Petities 4-Pack – $3.95 (Reg. $5) or 2 for $6.00 (Reg. $10)
Dec. 2 – Starbucks Christmas Blend 1 lb. Bag – $9.95 (Reg. $14.95) and Starbucks Via Readybrew Christmas Blend 12-Pack – $7.95 (Reg. $11.95)
Dec. 3 – Holiday Themed 16 oz. Cold Cup – $9.95 (Reg. $12.95)
Dec. 4 – Holiday Mugs – $4.95 (Reg. $8.95)
Dec. 5 – Starbucks Coffee Sampler Gift Pack – $9.95 (Reg. $14.95)
Dec. 6 – Let’s Merry or Red Cup Tumbler – $7.95 (Reg. $10.95 – $11.95)
Dec 7 – 50% off Cranberry Bliss Bars 6-Pack – $6.95 (Reg. $13.95)
Dec. 8 – Any Starbucks Via Readybrew 12-Pack – $7.95 (Reg. $9.95 – $11.95)
Dec. 9 – Free Starbucks Via Readybrew 3-Pack WYB 1 lb Starbucks Christmas Blend – $14.95 (Reg. $17.90)
Dec. 10 – Tazo Tea Sampler or Starbucks Gift Pack Readybrew Sampler – $12.95 (Reg. $16.95 – $19.95)
Dec. 11 – Holiday Boxed Mugs – $6.95 (Reg. $9.95)
Dec. 12 – FREE Brewed Coffee During the Month of January WYB a particular 16 oz Tumbler (the specific one on the Starbucks site) – $19.95 (over $70 value)

Let the Holidays begin! 

Cyber Monday Sale is live ~ 20% off all orders, all day!

One of my favorite days, Cyber Monday is here!

Enjoy 20% off all orders at Sunbasilgarden Soap, all day long.
MUST ENTER COUPON CODE AT CHECKOUT : "CYBER"

A must day to stock up on your goodies and one the last sales of the season.
Have fun shopping online. Cheers to Etsy too! xxoo

Black Friday Sale at Sunbasilgarden Soap

Hope you enjoyed your Thanksgiving. Now it's time for some Black Friday Savings!

Enjoy 25% all day long at Sunbasilgarden Soap!
Must enter coupon code BLACKFRIDAY at checkout.

Combine that with everyday combined shipping savings too.
A great day to stock up for all your holiday gifts. 

SAVE ON COMBINED SHIPPING --->
Mix & Match soap bars, whipped soaps and body butters.

☆ $5 SHIPPING USA : Pick any 4 - 8 items
$11.50 Canada/$13.50 International
~ Bath Bombs and Apple Soaps not included in this offer.

☆ $10 SHIPPING USA: Pick up to 20 items
+ Shipping discount is refunded back to your PayPal. +

Coupons even help my Etsy Shop

I am totally hooked on using coupons now as most of you have read. And here is a fine example of how it even helps my Etsy shop and keeps my shipping costs low low. Again, you can do it as little or as much as you like. No need to shy away from it. Each week you get better and better. And with all the amazing blogs out there- they literally tell you how to do it.

Saving on things you HAVE to buy- helps expand that Etsy budget for things you WANT to buy.

Last week Duck Bubble Wrap was on sale at Walgreens. Sale $1.99/per roll. Reg $6
I ordered 40 Duck Coupons from Ebay- paid $4.35.
Purchased 40 rolls with my $1 off each coupon for $1/per roll

Spent $44.35   VERSES $240!!!!

Not to mention my boys and I had a literal blast buying so many and then stocking up my closet. I let them organize :) Here is a picture.

Sunbasilgarden Soap's Brand New Website

It's official! We have our very own website!

www.sunbasilgardensoap.com

Check us out and let us know what you think. My favorite feature is built in $5 Flat Rate Shipping for US Customers. No waiting for refunds.

My way of creating is jumping in with both feet and swim to the surface later when you need a little air. So with that I will keep adding and making a few changes. But it's active and working.

Etsy will still and always be my home. I could never leave in a million but I've wanted to do this for years and expand my handmade creations outside of Etsy. Thanks for all the love.