Every year on Mothers Day, I try to come up with a meaningful gift for my mom. She's 81 now, so each year I'm putting more and more thought into a special gift for Mothers Day.
Aren't moms just the smartest? Easter is just around the corner, which means Mother's Day isn't far behind.
Someone recently asked me, "When customers ask what makes handmade soap so special, what do I say?"
Did you know that dating, as we think of it, didn't really exist until the 1920's?
Up until that time, a young man would be chosen by the family to court, or "come calling" on the young lady.
With the promise of a new year, I bought a swanky new monthly planner. As I tried to figure out my goals for the coming months, I couldn't help but look back on all the changes that came about last year. With the clarity of a Monday morning quarterback, here was the gift of hindsight.
Prohibition only drives drunkenness behind doors and into dark places, and does not cure it or even diminish it.” – Mark Twain
I had no intention of getting another dog- thanks, social media. Bella's our big girl, and little Sophie is her brand new pal. Bella couldn't be happier, I think she's always been a momma at heart.
Zelda's a new Flapper girl. She's far too loud and bossy. Or so she's been told. At 21 years old, she wasn't yet married, and still living in Sheepshead Bay, New York with her father and younger sister, Rose.
Olive, pine or emerald. The shade doesn't matter much. Olivia's favorite color has always been green.
She grew up in the Bronx, NY, where there were only small swatches of it to be seen, in too few months of the year. Except when she worked with her father.
Quality craftsmanship is what you are getting when you buy Gilded Olive products. You can see the care in which the products are made all the way in which they are sent right to your doorstep.
This soap has the most silky feel not to mention the soft gentle fragrance that brings me memories of my grandma's garden. Val has captured those qualities in this handmade soap she brought to life.
I've only been using this for years I value it that much. It works great, smells great, the value is great and I know it's not harmful for me. Whatis not to love about it?
Why buy one when you can have a little of each? I love to sample things and the soap ends gives you that opportunity. Then you just have the decision of which one should I by next lol!
DEC 2025 - Absolutely loved Frankincense Sacred Embers Soap! The embers part was amazing - better than any other soap I have had of this nature. It was smooth and lather was great. The scent kissed my skin oh so softly; which means I could smell the scent on my skin after my shower. Will definitely buy every holiday season! Happy Holidays everyone!
Just perfect ☺️. I love Valerie's lip balms. They provide long-lasting moisture without being oily or sticky. And they have just the right amount of scent/flavor - definitely noticeable but not at all overwhelming.
Love Olivia and it’s beautifully perfect scent!
Love Olivia! I am continually on the hunt for the perfect scent of Musk, and this is the best, BY FAR!
Also ordered and just received the Olivia Body Mousse, and it is equally perfect! Love your products, and appreciate that they are made with natural ingredients. Keep up the great work!
Love the products for myself and gifting! Shipping is very prompt. Thank you Val!
Whether the candle is burning or not it gives off the scent of a live Christmas tree! I love it!
Absolutely lovely! The order came quickly, smelled and looked amazing, and Valerie was super communicative and helpful! I will for sure order from her again!
The BEST products are made here! Val is creative, inventive, cares about your health and the environment. She is also a gentle, caring soul.
Quality! Yummy! You deserve it!
Love, Love, Love all these soaps! Delicious fragrances, exceptional quality
Just ordered her soaps for the first time! I'm definitely reordering!! 😍
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