the 2024 prediction list that you never asked for
famous life coach scandal
cat3+ hurricanes back to back followed by harsh winter
new sister wives show
someone new will challenge Eminem
Britney Spears announces performance dates
Meagan Markle gets a controversial movie deal
underground olive oil
apple and/or tesla stocks plummet leading to sell off of other stocks, two week lul then come up
no real estate crash BUT a real estate ‘plateaux’
the app formerly known as Twitter will change its name again
a mass exodus of elder generations on social media
TikTok shifts towards vine-vibes | content creation will not be the same
mass come up of self-made businesses | saturated market
collapse of influencer status
Donald Trump dies in car accident in late October/early November
that woman finds Cleopatra’s tomb | men on mission start disappearing
something about new craters on the moon
another animal in captivity dies under preventable circumstances #ripharambe
scientists release study about dreaming and other dimensions
this list is for entertainment only*
resources for soapmaking business
Soapmaking and Candlemaking Resource List. Craft Business Resources.
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just like yoga to pole dancing, hula to poi, and skateboarding to surfing… there is a soapmaking to candlemaking pipeline. something so satisfying about falling in love with a craft or hobby that comes with an interesting cousin. this list may contain resources for soap making, lotion bars, and candlemaking. the common factor for this particular craft are beeswax, oils, product receptacles/packaging, and value of function.
Resources:
Pure Soapmaking by Anne-Marie Faiola
Simple & Natural Soapmaking by Jane Berry
Easy Homemade Melt & Pour Soaps by Jane Berry
(I often visit Jane Berry’s blog for inspiration)
Grow Your Handmade Business by Kari Chapin
(crazy good guide on craft business structure)
The Handmade Marketplace by Kari Chapin
(general craft business knowledge, amazing resource!)
2021 Essential Oil Recipe Book by Katie Veldkamp
(founder of Simply Earth essential oils- which I use in my products!!)
Beeswax Alchemy by Petra Ahnert
(full of beeswax history and personal touches- love the master salve recipe)
Native American Herbalist’s Bible by Awenasa Sandoval
(you cannot make any kind of healing claims with your products! learning about ingredients used in soapmaking is vital)
The Artist’s Way Starter Kit by Julia Cameron
(being a Creative requires discipline, this is an amazing program that has benefited my life beyond words)
The Creative Act: a way of being by Rick Rubin
(seriously, if you want to live a whimsical and creative life, structure is key)
On My Own Two Feet a girls guide to personal finance by Manisha Thakor
(very easy read , I highly recommend this book, especially if you’re not outsourcing financial guidance)
Two Weeks Notice by Amy Porterfield
(finding the right mindset and structure to move from a 9-5 to business founder- must read for anyone wanting to start their own business)
The 12 Week Year by Brian P Moran
(the gist of this difficult read was implementing 12 week projects and goals, instead of 12 month)
Building a Wellness Business that Lasts by Rick Sollmeyer
(cofounder of MindBody, excellent business resource for anyone in the health and wellness industry)
and finally..
Handcrafted Soap and Cosmetic Guild
I will update this list as I go! Thank you so much for tuning in.