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Getting the word out...

3/26/2020

We want you to know that we are doing everything possible to make ordering your favorite essentials quick and easy.
We're offering free shipping on all Missouri orders over $25 and order online, pick up at store is available for those who wish to not have their orders shipped. Our web site will automatically calculate a date for pick up and we will place your shopping bag on our store porch marked with your name.
We realize this is a challenging time and we're here if you have any questions.
You may also keep in touch via social media as we are offering live videos and updates about new products and information about our company.
Stay healthy and safe.

Jill McDowell Lincoln

Into Spring...

3/8/2020

Once the days become warmer and the sky shines a blue cast we begin to get anxious about Spring!
We love all of the seasons, but Spring shines the brightest.

The animal world celebrates Spring with new babies. The robins are tweeting and the grass begins to turn a deep green that compares to nothing else. The garden catalogs arrive and the anticipation of a fruitful flower garden emerge. Thoughts of ordering Giant Zinnia seeds and Lavender pop up every now and then.

Here at Bittersweet we're working behind the scenes with new prototypes. We're always eager to discover new ideas and ways to help make our work more efficient.

Our soap manufacturing is non-stop and we are in constant work of new skin care formulations and fragrance blends. We're advancing in design models and our excitement continues to grow with each new idea.

Our world is a bit hectic nowadays and nervousness and anxiousness are a common occurrence.
Saying that we're not concerned would be a lie. The unknown is always a bit scary to everyone including us.

We're making sure that our shop is safe and clean and we're taking extra precautions like washing our door knob, cleaning counter-tops, surfaces and the shop air on a continuous level. We're not sure how this is going to end and we're unsure how it will play out, but we are prepared somewhat for the worst.
If anything changes or escalates more we will be updating everyone about a plan that we have in place that will aid you in being able to continue to purchase your favorite Bittersweets.
Your safety is our priority!

Sincerely,

Jill McDowell Lincoln

Treating your skin...

1/19/2020

Winter encourages me to create skincare products that heal and nourish skin. When I ponder new formulations my focus is centered around treating dry skin.
Here in the Midwest our winters can be brutal on skin.
We recently introduced a new Nourishing Body Oil that easily absorbs and treats dry winter skin.
Our Lemon Rosemary Raw Cane Polish helps slough away dull skin on lips, face, and body.
Both Bittersweet products are game changers on winter skin.
Our Door Store celebrated our Grand Re-Opening and we're excited to share our new soaps and sundries.
January is an exciting time at Bittersweet. As the month moves on, we're busy behind the scenes working on new product ideas for Spring!
We look forward to sharing these new ideas with you.
Spring has never looked better at Bittersweet!

Warmly,

Jill McDowell Lincoln

winter dreams

12/31/2019

We begin implementing our new store designs on January, 1, 2020! The Bittersweet store is still on winter break and we won't be open for a few more weeks. During this break we're working hard behind the scenes to enhance Bittersweet store and stock it with beautiful and new unique inventory. We're also offering shiny new personal care products that we believe will knock your winter socks off!
The first of this series, Winter Dreams. This unique collection borrows it's inspiration from all things winter.
We love the slowness and calm that winter offers. Fireside gatherings, candle light evenings, and long walks though the winter forest are but a few of our favorite things. Uncomplicated ideas help to create vision which in turn sparks creativity.
On Saturday, January 18, 2020, we'll celebrate the arrival of the new belongings and beginnings with a grand re-opening. Along side this special day we also launch our Huge Soap Sale at our door store! Mark you calendars! You won't want to miss this event!
This is an exciting time for Bittersweet as we will be celebrating twenty-three years in Twenty-Twenty!
We're looking forward to the future and excited to see what's in store for the New Year!

Jill McDowell Lincoln

It's the Holiday Season!

11/12/2019

It's officially here and I'm loving every moment of it!
These holiday moments are always fast paced at our store, but at home it's more laid back and quiet. I prefer the latter, but also appreciate being busy at our shop!
It seems hard to believe that the store is only open twenty-four more days before we close for our annual winter break. Wow! The time just fly's by!
We honoring our love for nature by blending it into our shop decorations. Wood elements, preserved cedar, pine cones, cinnamon sticks, and I just ordered white roses.
We've had a couple of level dusting s of snow and the temperatures are declaring an early winter.
Some folks don't care too much for winter, but I admire it.
We hunker down by digging out the winter blankets, and make sure we have a healthy supply of candles. Along the way we rummage through our some slow cooker cookbooks and enjoy the twinkling of the lights from the Christmas tree.
By the time late January hits, early February I begin to start dreaming about spring.
But for now lets take in some holiday cheer and spread it all around.
Wishing you the best of the season! Take in some of its magical moments.

Jill McDowell Lincoln

fallward...

10/2/2019

What an amazing photo this is! Our friend Clarice from Storybook Woods captured this fall flavored soap with a stunning nature backdrop. We believe that nature and Bittersweet Soap blend perfectly!
Thank you Storybook Woods for the review and capturing this beautiful image.
Bittersweet is introducing a new autumn soap each week!
We posted a soap chronology on our "scent of the month" page.
Fall is an exciting time at Bittersweet and we're delighted to offer an array of new aromatic fall scents and products.
Each one crafted by hand and infused with the purest of ingredients.
Zero Waste never looked so good!

Happy Fall!

Jill McDowell Lincoln

just add water...

9/1/2019

When I read old letters that detail how my Great Grandmother utilized her hand made soap and how necessary it was that she make soap, I'm inspired.
Isn't it ironic how after all these years, folks are wanting to go back to the old ways?
This soap maker thinks it to be a grand idea!
Why not simplify our lives as much as we can. Most peoples lives are typically fast paced and not simple, so an opportunity to use less over more is attractive.
I'm fond of it too!
It's hard to believe that September has rolled over.
She brings birthdays, cabin getaways, and Pumpkin Spice!
September marks a prelude to Autumn.
Her anticipation begins to grow stronger as the hot days of August settle in.
Wishing you a slow moving September. One that includes quiet morning walks and peaceful candle light evenings.

Jill

falling

8/2/2019

Glorious Autumn is gently knocking on our door. We're already day dreaming about falling crimson leaves, pumpkins, and harvest moons. Our Tartan Collection was inspired by all of those things.
While browsing the fabric store I was bewitched with rich brown and golden plaid textiles that lined the shelves.
This artisan collection is filled with rich pumpkin spice and everything nice!
But hurry, this hand made collection is limited and only available at our brick and mortar store in
Historic Liberty Missouri.

Jill McDowell Lincoln

Lake House...

7/1/2019

Our Lake House Collection was inspired by hot summer days spent at the lake.
This exclusive selection of artisan soap is wrapped in colorful calico.
As with any limited edition, it won't last forever!
Bittersweet wishes you a Happy Independence Day!
Jill McDowell Lincoln

June Bug

6/6/2019

Maybe it can't be summer forever, but we can take in each and every drop of it why it's here!
Bittersweet is excited to introduce our new summer soaps.
Indigo Summer, The Meadow, Summer Breeze, are a few early releases.
Each one, mellow like summer.
In the weeks to come, we will continue to add to our summer soap menu, and we posted a chronology on our scent of the month page.
We've introduced pure rose-hip oil and our new cardamom creme is nothing short of amazing!
We've planted Sweet Grass in the garden and the tiny zinnia plants are headed towards the sun.
So June Bug, it's looking like an exciting month!

Jill McDowell Lincoln

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