Long Island

How to Choose a Handcrafted Soap

There are a lot of handcrafted soap makers selling their soaps lately, and there are just as many different types of handcrafted soap. Each soap maker has her or his recipe, some have more than one they use. So the question is, how to choose a handcrafted soap? …

Made on Long Island

Made on Long Island Last night I was sitting on my couch responding to emails as Brian watched an episode of "Air Disasters" on TV. We had an activity filled weekend. I was tired, and looking forward to finishing up with business and making him change the channel. (If you've ever watched Air Disasters you will understand what I mean.) I …

The Thing About Living Near Other Soap Makers

I live on Long Island and I live near many other soap makers. The thing about living near other soap makers can be complicated. I can be at any event and I know I will meet a few other soap makers there. In fact, since I teach soap making classes on Long Island, some of them may be former students. …

The Long Island Woman’s Expo

The Long Island Woman's Expo is one of my favorite events. Think about the energy you get when you put over 80 woman entrepreneurs in one building. The talent alone is enough to impress you. …

Taking a Vacation While Running a Business

Taking a vacation while running a business is not an easy feat, but Brian and I needed to take one. We hadn't spent much time together this summer, I worked nights the summer session at Farmingdale College and he worked days at his job at Vengo. We decided to drive out east on Long Island and stay in a Bed and Breakfast. My …