Our Current Location
While we've loved working out of the old stone barn (circa 1850, pictured right) it's time for us to grow! We've secured a lease on a new building that will give us more than triple the space! Our entire operation has been running out of just 1000 sq feet, and our shipping and production rooms are loaded to the gills! With our new building, we'll be able to spread out--and that means room for new products!We hope to be moved in by the middle of March. Once we're moved in, we can start ordering the components for the...
...Toothpaste!
It's the update you've all been waiting for!
Over the last month we've had some major breakthroughs in the production methods and packaging of this product. We've made improvements to the formula so it's able to be packaged in a regular tube, and we also were able to secure a reliable supplier for one of our major ingredients, organic erythritol (that had been a problem in the past).
We know many of you have been anxiously awaiting this product. It's going to be worth the wait. Here are the remaining things we need to do...
1. Once we're moved in to our new space, we'll start ordering the ingredients that we need.
2. At the same time, there's equipment that we'll need, including a sealing machine to seal the tubes. We'll order this and get it set up our new toothpaste clean room.
3. Then, we'll get the design for the tube created. We have to send the design to the Dept of Agriculture for approval for organic certification. Then, we'll send the design and tubes out to get printed.
4. If we decide to go with a box, we'll also get that designed and printed.
Then, we can start selling them!
If all goes well, we hope to have it ready by late Spring (printing lead times sometimes take a few weeks). We know you've all been waiting for the toothpaste, and are so excited to bring you the first and only USDA certified organic toothpaste on the market! It will be worth the wait.
Makeup Update
This is another big one that we know a lot of you are waiting (and begging and pleading) for. With the addition of my "secret" test kitchen, we hope to have the space, materials, and equipment to nail down the formulas for some great cosmetics. Likely, the first items we'll have available are tinted lip balms and mascara. We also have a nice finishing powder close to being ready. I refuse to lower the standards of quality with the cosmetics, and am designing a fully certified organic line, free from all synthetics and even the "mineral" pigments. Because these products are so innovative, it will take some time to refine the formulations. I want them to be just right.
More Facial Products!
Our facial products are in high demand, so, we have a bunch of new facial care products in the works, including toners, hydrating mists, scrubs, serums, and masques. As soon as we have the room and the packaging designed, we'll be able to release them!
Other Great Things
One of the biggest questions we get is "have you ever thought of making (fill in the blank)?" Our answer is always...yes! There are so many products that we want to offer, and are always working to expand our line. We've thought of pretty much everything, and with the expansion of our new facility, additional staff, and equipment, you can look forward to more new products from us. We thank everyone for your support and look forward to a fabulous 2011!Me outside one of our newest retailers, Beloved Jewelry in Trolley Square
