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I have wanted the soaps to be more than just decoration for a long time. Last summer we were asked to make a bloodhound soap for the Bloodhound National Specialty show. We took on the challenge, and that job has brought another order. Thank you! I wanted to share some of the process that went into making the soap. Here are some pics. What we were looking for: We discovered that bloodhound legs are very fragile when they are made of soap. So we opted to creating a soap wit

Chapter 3 – Sir Assinine The inspiration for Sir Assinine   The group of animals broke apart into several different groups.  Most of them moved quickly to get their knight errant, the one who would help them with their own problems.  They were in a hurry to get their concerns out, but they also didn’t want to get caught in the Sir D. Forest’s slime trail. His group was the last to form, in part because snails move deliberately, not rashly.     The largest animals encircled

Need a breath of fresh air? A time away from the news?  We aim to help you with that.   I’m a farmer, an educator, new to this whole business thing.  I have spent my life in the service of our planet and my neighbors. It’s not in my nature to ask for money for anything. It’s also not in my nature to be overly concerned about physical appearance, fashion or other things that most women are taught to worry about. But now I’m in the business of making and selling soap, and have

At least once a month I get someone looking at me askance when I ask them if they'd like to try some goat milk soap. Comments have ranged from "Why would I want to smell like a goat?" (My answer wanted to be, "You will if you don't use it" but I restrained myself. One of my favorite conversations was with a mother with her adult daughter. "Do you want some goat milk soap?" she asked her daughter. "No thank you, I much prefer my goats bouncing," was the reply. "I do too, H

The first of April is usually at best mud season, often times, still slogging through snow and ice. Not this year! The goats are as surprised as we are, the peepers are talking already! Enjoy this view of the pasture while the does try to figure out what's going on in their world. Happy Spring!

Let’s face it—finding a deodorant that’s both natural and effective can feel like hunting for a unicorn. You want something gentle on your skin, free from sketchy chemicals, and yes, aluminum-free. But you also want to smell fresh and confident all day long. Spoiler alert: it’s totally possible! I’ve been on this quest myself, and I’m here to spill the beans on why natural deodorants are stealing the spotlight—and how you can find one that really works for you. Why Choose an

When you start something new you can never be certain that it will come out the way you planned. Lots of people who make soap decide to move from soaps to bath bombs, wax melts, candles, etc. It makes perfect sense to continue following that aroma path, and find your niche that way. I've always been a bit different. Partly because I lost my sense of smell for awhile (due to a head injury - thank you Casey!) so I had find ways to make attractive soaps without a great deal of

I am asked frequently if we make a "man's soap." We have those that we call the "manly man," soaps, but from my experience if a man smells good, women will like the scent. If men smell bad, they won't. Why would I make a scent that smells bad? I do not make seasonal soaps, because they don't hold their scent from one year to another. I love making soaps that are practical, beautiful, and always suitable, whether it is our unscented soaps to our most intricate moldeds, I wa

Let me take you on a bubbly journey into the world of goat milk soap skincare. If you’ve ever wondered why this creamy, natural soap is making waves in the beauty world, you’re in the right place. Goat milk soap isn’t just a fancy fad; it’s a gentle, nourishing treat for your skin that feels like a spa day in every bar. Ready to dive in? Let’s get sudsy! Why Goat Milk Soap Skincare is a Game-Changer First off, goat milk soap is like the fairy godmother of soaps. It’s packed w

Imagine stepping into a shower and being greeted by a burst of fresh lavender or zesty lemon. That’s the magic of natural soap with essential oils. These little drops of nature’s goodness don’t just make your soap smell heavenly—they bring a whole lot more to the table. Today, I’m diving deep into why essential oils are the unsung heroes of soap-making and how they can transform your daily cleanse into a mini spa moment. Why Choose Natural Soap with Essential Oils? Let’s get

Let’s face it - Skin issues can be a real problem. One wrong product, and suddenly your skin is throwing a full-blown tantrum. Redness, itching, dryness - the works. But what if I told you there’s a gentle, natural hero that’s ready to calm the chaos? Enter goat milk soap. This creamy, dreamy soap isn’t just a fancy trend; it’s packed with benefits that make it a superstar for sensitive skin. Ready to dive into the world of goat milk soap benefits? Let’s go! Why Goat Milk Soa

It looks like the First Chapter of Grousing Day has been lost, so if you're wondering what Chapter Two is talking about, here is that first Chapter. This story is inspired by the Surfing Goat Soaps that we create here at Hames & Axle Farm. Caprenity is that sense of peace that we strive for our for our customers, so it's also the name of the farm in thestory. There will be more chapters each month until the story is finished. I hope you enjoy it.   Chapter One – The Veil and

(More of the Story of the Knights of the Round Bale)  Any human looking at the pasture would see a large bale of hay, round in shape, laying on its side.  But if they could look from the veil side they would see a very different scene.   Yes, there was a round bale, but it wasn’t empty.  The regular goats were not paying attention to it, because they could see the magical ones gathered around it.   There were mice, voles, moles, chipmunks and squirrels sitting on the top of t

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