This week at the Soap Shop & Vegan Boutique we are only open Wednesday and Thursday and CLOSED FRI-SUN for a little Gnomecation 💞🌼🌸☀️ We can’t wait to see you Wednesday and Thursday but remember if you’re ever in a soap pickle, you can now find us at Tangled Root Botanicals in Glendale or Blue Sky Organic Farms in Litchfield Park and 21 Whole Foods locations including AZ Whole Foods — Chandler, Tempe, Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Camelback, Oracle, River Road, Speedway, Flagstaff, and Sedona — California Whole Foods in Southern California: Malibu, Jamboree Tustin, Porter Ranch, Venice, Brea, Beverly Hills, PCH El Segundo, Redondo Beach, Laguna Niguel, Del Mar as well as the Ft Apache Whole Foods in Las Vegas, NV.
It takes more than prayers
It is easy to feel powerless when the world seems so insane. Indeed, we are powerless in most things outside of ourselves. We can, however, take action when things feel helpless. We are donating 10% of all sales today 6/13 from StrawberryHedgehog.com and the Soap Shop & Vegan Boutique to UNICEF to help the children of Sudan who have been displaced by this unthinkable violence inflicted upon them by their military government. You can donate directly here https://donate.unicefusa.org/page/contribute/help-children-in-sudan-now?utm_campaign=20190613_Emergencies&utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=google&utm_content=sudan2responsive&ms=cpc_dig_2019_Emergencies_20190613_google_sudan2responsive_delve_none&initialms=cpc_dig_2019_Emergencies_20190613_google_sudan2responsive_delve_none&gclid=Cj0KCQjw6IfoBRCiARIsAF6q06sF7sV2gqg1RLpedbRYPho25-JCwEjXrvSJaEe_L6YXiebZkBc2FnMaAvWwEALw_wcB
Vegan Creme Eggs
These beauties are from a post I made a decade ago when I ventured to make my first vegan creme eggs! There are so many amazing options on the market now but back in 2009.. not so much. Still, it is super fun to make your own and play with it to get it just how you want it. Have fun!!
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I get by with A LOT of help from my friends - Dr MaryK Geyer, ND
This introspective New Moon energy has me feeling very grateful for how far I have come and reflective on how I got here. Many of you know a large part of how I got to this point — being a full time soap maker and preaching the good word of plants and self care — was in direct reaction to extreme illness and sensitivity. In 2002 I had the bottom part of my left lung removed and my recovery was slow and left a lot to be desired but I expected an awful lot from myself. I finished up some degrees & started teaching college level geology and geologic disasters all while building my soap business, slowly but obsessively, painstakingly persistent. Choosing ingredients that did not make me sick and seeking Holistic wellness.
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Keeping it fresh!
Oh my goodness, guys! We are actually making some changes 😂 With a stubborn, routine loving, Virgo Soap Maker leading this sudsy team of Soap Gnomes we do get in a rut sometimes.. we have had the same deals for over a year and I think we are all a little bored with it.. so we are ready to shake it up! The Daily Deals you know are disappearing so if you have a favorite day - Wednesday’s and Friday $3 off any 3 Strawberry Hedgehog products, New Product Saturday or Thursday and Sunday $5 off any 3 Soaps — come take advantage of them in April! We are also eliminating punch cards and switching to a digital loyalty program to incentivize your visits! For every $35 purchase you get a star ⭐️After 10 stars you get 25% off your entire purchase! All Makers included, we carry that discount as a thank you to you for shopping with us and pay all of our Makers their normal price (this may seem like a no brainer but you would be shocked what retailers ask of you as a Maker to be in their store 👀 we can’t have that). In the mean time, let’s punch those cards ♥️Gather up your various punch cards and we will consolidate them. Come into the store to see what’s new and get what you need and we will double your punches! Remember when you reach 10 punches in the current (expiring) system you get a complimentary bar of soap! So come see us at 1501 W Thomas Rd, Phoenix Wednesday-Sunday 10:30-7:30 to take advantage of double punch card action and get the current daily deals out of your system 😘😘😘 Thank you so much for all you do! We so appreciate your support. #smellyalater #strawberryhedgehog #localfirstaz #azlocalist #phx #phoenix #dtphx
Spring Clean Your Home
I still can’t believe how much fun it was being on Creative Living to share our passion for green and clean! In this segment we step you through which DIY home cleaner you can’t live without and chat about toxin-free living while still getting everything squeaky clean!
Spring Clean Your Beauty Routine
If you have followed Strawberry Hedgehog Soap Shop & Vegan Boutique for a bit you know detoxing ingredients in my beauty care routine is my favorite! Well.. smiling is my favorite.. but I can only smile without feeling oogy thanks to toxin free products on my smile.. seriously. If you aren’t sure about the ingredients in your cosmetics and skincare please head to EWG.org and the Cosmetics Database to type in your ingredient and see its safety rating. Want to see my top 3 no-no’s? Watch our most recent TV spot on Creative Living below:
PS GREAT NEWS! I have finally listed our lipgloss and mascara for sale online! Head to our StrawberryHedgehog.com homepage and scroll to the bottom 💖💖💖 Thanks! 💋
Apples and Baneenees
Looking for a warm and healthier dessert so opted for something fruity and delicious. Always vegan, of course, and this time with no added sugar.
Apple Crumble Stuff: 2 gala apples cubed cooked in the Instapot with 2 Tbsp almond butter, 1tsp cinnamon, 1tsp golden milk powder, 2 Tbsp sugar free raw muesli, 1 Tbsp water cooked 1 minute then carefully manually release steam.
Banana Nice Cream: 1 frozen overripe banana blended with 1 Tbsp almond milk, 1 tsp vanilla extract and a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Makes two large servings of super yumminess! Bowl up the Apple goodness, top with nice cream and a few pecans for good measure. Have fun 🍎 🍌 🥧 🍨
Upcoming Workshops
New workshop announced and right around the corner, March 23, 4-7pm join us for Beginning Millinery - Working with Sinamay — AKA Learn the art of cruelty free tiny hat making! Preregistration at https://www.strawberryhedgehog.com/shop/workshops
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You know what makes every outfit spectacular? A special tiny hat, of course!! Have a special occasion coming up? Wish you could have special custom headpieces for everyone you know?! Looking for a new hobby or crafty profession? Learn the skills needed to make your own amazing tiny hats without the use of gelatin, feathers, wool or leather while making your own. With 7 years of millinery experience and 16 years of professional seamstress work between them , our expert, super fun team of teachers Xappa and Randi have the expertise, creativity, vision and patience to step you through this magical process!
Students will learn basic fabric manipulation techniques, composition, and embellishment strategies working with sinamay fabric and hand sewing techniques. Students will be making a vegan fascinator headband or hair comb to take home.
All materials will be provided with the class fee. Materials include: sinamay fabric, embroidered lace, headband or hair comb & french netting. All other tools will be provided by Xappa and Randi for use during the class. #smellyalater #strawberryhedgehog #phoenix #dtphx #veganphx #phxvegan #lovalfirstaz #azmakers #azburlesque #azpinup #veganbride #azbride #tinyhat #fascinator #fascinators
Can’t wait for week after next when the amazing folks behind All About The Booch join us at the Soap Shop and show us how it’s done! Limited seating and preregistration required, you know how we roll when it is hosted at the Strawberry Hedgehog Soap Shop & Vegan Boutique at 1501 W Thomas Rd, Phoenix! 💗💗💗
Sun, March 24, 2019
1:00 PM – 2:30 PM MST
Save your seat now at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kombucha-brewing-101-tickets-55718468439
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Join All About The ‘Booch, Maricopa County’s first kombucha microbrewery, to learn how to make kombucha at home!
In this class, you will learn how to make your own kombucha at home and you will get to try a sampling of different kombucha flavors brewed locally by All About The 'Booch.
Class fees include:
* An introduction to kombucha
* A walkthrough of the brewing process, including the do's and don'ts for new brewers (note: this is a walkthrough, you will not be brewing a batch of kombucha during the class)
* A sampling of various flavor combinations
* A private Facebook group to share brewing experiences with fellow beginners and to receive support when questions arise
* A kombucha starter kit (SCOBY, starter tea, 1-gallon glass jar, cloth cover, adhesive temperature strip, and a recipe) to take home and start your very own home brew.
#smellyalater #strawberryhedgehog #allaboutthebooch #localfirstaz #azlocalist #booch #kombucha #homebrew
We also have event envy from our dear friend Dr MaryK Geyer, ND over at Holistic Urgent Care. We will be there on the 20th in an official soapy capacity but in and out to experience all this goodness throughout the month! Sign up at http://holisticurgentcare.com
“Have you checked out our March Metamorphosis Events yet? Spring is my favorite season! It’s that perfect transformation from the dark, quiet dormancy of winter & self to the breakthrough, renewal, growth & abundance of Spring. It’s our perfect time for spring cleaning and renewal...to dig deep, give up whatever is stopping you from your best health and life, mindfully transform & create your action plan. This month we’ve teamed up with local health experts to bring you events for every stage of your Wholistic Detox- Mindful Transformation ~ Actionable Change. Special thanks to @strawberryhedgehogsoap , @mairmitchell , @robin_afinowich , @rkactivations , @holistic_urgent_care , @doctor_erin_ellis , @headacheaway “ -Dr. G
It is safe for you to be healthy.
Just a gentle reminder from your friendly soap maker.. I know what it is like to be sick.. physically, spiritually, emotionally, and none of that defines you. It is safe for you to be healthy, it is safe for you to seek that, to take care of yourself before others, it is not too much to ask of yourself, to make choices that are outside of your norm that are aligned with your Highest Good, to make choices that weed out the people and habits that sabotage and poison you. 💖💖💖 Today’s self care took me for an annual well woman exam and scheduling follow ups with Dr MaryK Geyer, ND soon. What action can you take for your health today? 💖💖💖 You are safe. You are healthy. You are loved. #smellyalater #strawberryhedgehog #sappysoaper #healthy #plantbased #toxinfree #safehealthyloved