CHASING HAPPY
I'm not built to work in an environment where I'm being told what to do. I've worked for others in some capacity since the age of eleven. Questioning authority and thinking outside of the box wasn't really a thing that I was ever allowed to do in any of my past 'careers'. I was always chasing a version of happy thinking that it could be found working for someone else, punching a time clock with a reliable paycheck.
Well... that didn't quite work out. Once my son was born, I experienced true happiness. I became an addict. Quickly realizing that going back to the status quo would not suit me any longer.
why soap?
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Funnily enough, it began with a ridiculous hypothetical conversation about the zombie apocalypse which led to another conversation about the 'new' currency and medicine in this imaginary scenario. The new currency/ medicine being: SOAP.
I thought to myself, 'Self: I bet I could learn how to make soap and probably end up selling a few bars.'
Thank you Internet for providing all of the research a gal would ever need to learn how to make soap! Research led to execution and the first batch was made. It was an Oatmeal Soap made with Goats Milk, Oatmeal and Honey scented with Orange and Clove. (I still make it to this day!)
I thought to myself, 'Self: I bet I could learn how to make soap and probably end up selling a few bars.'
Thank you Internet for providing all of the research a gal would ever need to learn how to make soap! Research led to execution and the first batch was made. It was an Oatmeal Soap made with Goats Milk, Oatmeal and Honey scented with Orange and Clove. (I still make it to this day!)
On my journey to chasing my happy dragon, I found that soap making gave me the happy I was searching for. I opened an Etsy shop with two measly scented soaps and three lip balms. I sold out quickly.
From there, my new hobby transformed into a passion which snowballed into what we have today. From a small 2 bedroom apartment to TWO shops in Oregon. Everything is still made by hand daily in our Coos Bay Shop.
From there, my new hobby transformed into a passion which snowballed into what we have today. From a small 2 bedroom apartment to TWO shops in Oregon. Everything is still made by hand daily in our Coos Bay Shop.
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GROWTH
In May of 2017, my husband Clay was able to find his happy. He bravely left his career of 20 years and retired to run our Florence location, manage our wholesale accounts and put up with my meltdowns full-time!
We believe that color and aroma can transport you to joyous memories and lift your spirits. As a bonus, our products are free of all poo-like nonsense. Paraben-free, phthalate free, palm free and aldehyde free. Ingredients you can read and trust.
We love sharing our happiness with you. Let us add a little bit of happy to your life.
We love sharing our happiness with you. Let us add a little bit of happy to your life.
MEET THE TEAM
TANYA RASLEY
Owner & Maker
Tanya has worn many hats over the years. Dabbling in musical theater and psychology in college turned her into an excellent bartender after graduation. From bartender to hotel management to office management, she's held her fair share of jobs. She's traveled the country with her Beau living in 9 different states in the last 18 years. She calls Oregon her home now and never imagined that she would some day make soap and run her own storefront.
You'll find a lot of color and love in her designs. Tanya creates fragrance blends that are meant to transport you to happy memories. Her family is her muse. Their light, love and laughter inspire her creations.
Owner & Maker
Tanya has worn many hats over the years. Dabbling in musical theater and psychology in college turned her into an excellent bartender after graduation. From bartender to hotel management to office management, she's held her fair share of jobs. She's traveled the country with her Beau living in 9 different states in the last 18 years. She calls Oregon her home now and never imagined that she would some day make soap and run her own storefront.
You'll find a lot of color and love in her designs. Tanya creates fragrance blends that are meant to transport you to happy memories. Her family is her muse. Their light, love and laughter inspire her creations.
CLAY RASLEY
Co-Owner & Mad Scientist-In-Training
Clay wears many hats...product tester, sounding board, toddler wrangler, commander of fragrance, master beard grower and cooker of food at his day job. He can be found slinging soap at the Coos Bay Farmer's Market every Wednesday from May-October.