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When you accidentally start a business from a hobby and side hustle, like I did, you may back into branding, naming, etc. in an awkward way. While I love the gnome associated with our name, I probably would have named it something a little more inclusive of things other than soap. When I began, I had no intention of opening a retail shop--and now look at us!

Read on to learn more about our new brand under the Soapy Gnome umbrella!

I have to admit, I was kind of grouchy last weekend. Generally, Shop Small weekend is my favorite weekend of the whole year. I love a packed store, Christmas music, and families out doing their shopping. The energy just wasn't quite the same this year.

But, we are working hard to keep the magic alive. And out of the crazy of this year, we will have some systems in place that will stay on beyond the virus, and for that, we are grateful!

We know that our customers expect a safe shopping experience, so we are doing all we can to keep our customers and team safe from the virus.

We've invented Cozy Connection Boxes to recreate the joy of shopping, but from home.

When you open a Cozy Connection Box, it will be as close as we can recreate to visiting our store. You'll have a vague idea of what you might be getting, but won't know for sure until you open it. And there is the joy of discovery!

You can now use your reward points online and instore.

When you're in the store you can still look up your account with your phone number, but it's super important that we have an email on file. Email is how your reward points are tracked. Read on to learn lots of new ways to earn points.

It's so fun to shop for your bestie, but you probably don't want to break the bank. Here are some super cute ideas that they will love!

1. Funny Socks. We have a huge selection of funny socks. You are sure to find something that will resonate with them.

2. Sugar Scrub. For your friend that's feeling stressed and needs some pampering.

Three of our staff used to teach in public schools. Many of our customers are teachers too, so we know teachers love the shop! Some of our favorite teacher ideas:

1. Coffee soap and a gift card to the Electric Brew. 

Everyone takes wine to a dinner party, try something new! Here are some of our favorite ideas for a little something for the hostess to show you appreciate the invitation:

1. Wrapped and Ready gift soaps and packs. Starting at just 9.99, you can bring a pretty little gift that will be appreciated.

We have so many lovely gifts for moms, aunties, and grandmothers. We're definitely the first place you should stop as we can help you cross a lot of people off your list with gifts they'll love. Here are a few of our favorites:

Tea and tea pots. Choose a pretty tea pot and some organic tea from Flying Bird Teas, and your mama will think of you every time she makes a pot of tea.