This issue took a bit longer than expected due to the length and caliber of articles that I received from artisans and reviewers alike. I’m really excited about this one, and I’ve spent countless hours editing articles during the busy holiday season, so I hope you’ll enjoy it.

“What Makes an Artisan, an Artisan?” - Dan Bashford (Australian Private Reserve)

“A Different Kind of Rabbit Hole” - Kim Eplin (Dr. Jon’s Handcrafted Soaps)

“On Taste” - Will Carius (Barrister and Mann)

Featured Artisan for December 2019 - Vida of Oleo Soapworks

“What’s in Your Aftershave” - B. C. Ennis aka u/USS-Spongebob

﻿Soap Review: Siliski Soaps - Appalachian Forest - Joe Javorsky

﻿An Irreverent Review: APR Carnivale - David Jones

﻿Soap/Scent Review: The Great Gatsby Theme - Keith Harris

﻿December’s Featured Photography - u/yost_to_coast

﻿“Oneblade Review” - Jay Steere



Please be sure to thank our artisans and writers, and if you’re interested in contributing, let me know!