Halloween is a fun time of year, not only for the little ones but adults as well! Whether you still like to dress up, visit haunted houses or like to …
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Start Making MoneyHobby to Business Series: Packaging
Product packaging tells the story of you and your brand. Not only does it make a great marketing tool, but it also helps you and your product stand out among …
Soap RecipesLavender Cold Process Soap Recipe
Introduction to Cold Process Soap If you are reading this blog post, chances are you have already heard of or have used cold process soap. It surpasses melt and pour …
Start Making MoneyHobby to Business Series: Establishing Your Brand
Over the last few weeks, we’ve explored the first steps of turning a hobby into a business. With products developed and numbers crunched it’s time to define your brand identity. …
EducationalOur Favorite Diffusers to Fit Any Budget
Are you new to the world of diffusing oils? Bulk Apothecary offers a wide variety of diffusers to enjoy in your home or work space. If you have never used …
Start Making MoneyHobby to Business Series: Calculating Cost
Foreword With craft show season rapidly approaching, I wanted to share how to take a closer look at your production costs so you can effectively price your product and see …
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Recipe Ideas! Holiday RecipesHalloween Recipe Roundup
Our Favorite Halloween Recipes With Halloween approaching next month, we wanted to share with you a quick roundup of some of our favorite Halloween recipes! Halloween Bath Bombs Get into …
Start Making MoneyHobby to Business Series: Product Development
Foreword “Imitation is sincerest form of flattery.” – Charles Caleb Colton In the last post of our Hobby to Business Series, What Will You Sell?, I shared some …
Start Making MoneyHobby to Business Series: What Will You Sell?
Determining What to Sell I firmly believe the old saying “slow and steady wins the race” holds true. As crafters, we often forget there’s a lot more to do than …
Start Making MoneyHobby to Business Series: Thoughts to Consider
Welcome to the third edition of our series covering everything you need to know about turning your hobby into a business. Preparation is key in almost any endeavor, and starting …
EducationalAll About Shea Butter
Loaded with vitamins, Shea butter has such a creamy, luxurious feel that it’s no wonder its popularity and demand are on the rise even after being utilized for generations. This …
Start Making MoneyStart Making MoneySmall Business Saturday: Never Give Up | Bulk Apothecary
Make money. Create your own schedule. Be your own boss. Who wouldn’t want to live this vision? Turning your hobby into a business, like any endeavor, will have its obstacles, …
Recipe Ideas! Soap RecipesHow to Make a Batch of Soap for Under $20
Soapmaking is such a rewarding hobby. Allowing you to express your artistic vision and create a product exactly the way you’d like it; soap makes a great gift option for …
Start Making MoneyTurning Your Hobby Into a Business
The Birth of Bulk Apothecary Picture it: Streetsboro, Ohio, 2008. A small company called Natural Essentials owned by a family with a dream to expose the public to the benefits …