JUST WANNA MELT, LLC plant-based organic skincare. justwannamelt.com @justwannamelt @justwannamelt Meet The Artist WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU FROM, & WHAT DO YOU DO?coming soon DESCRIBE YOUR PROCESS.coming soon WHAT INSPIRES YOU?coming soon FUN FACT ABOUT YOU.coming soon FAVORITE THING ABOUT DOWNTOWN AUGUSTA.coming soon WHY DO YOU LOVE TO DESIGN, CREATE + MAKE?coming soon WHAT IS ONE PIECE OF ADVICE YOU WOULD SHARE WITH OTHER ARTISTS + MAKERS?coming soon RETURN TO VENDOR PAGE
SCENTS YOU ASK soy candles, all hand-poured in small batches & small goats milk soap collection scentsyouaskcandleco.com @scentsyouask Meet The Artist WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU FROM, & WHAT DO YOU DO?coming soon DESCRIBE YOUR PROCESS.coming soon WHAT INSPIRES YOU?coming soon FUN FACT ABOUT YOU.coming soon FAVORITE THING ABOUT DOWNTOWN AUGUSTA.coming soon WHY DO YOU LOVE TO DESIGN, CREATE + MAKE?coming soon WHAT IS ONE PIECE OF ADVICE YOU WOULD SHARE WITH OTHER ARTISTS + MAKERS?coming soon RETURN TO VENDOR PAGE
THE BAR SOAP CO. Small Batch Cold Pressed Soaps. etsy.com/shop/thebarinc @thebar.soaps @thebarsoaps Meet The Maker WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU FROM, & WHAT DO YOU DO? DESCRIBE YOUR PROCESS. WHAT INSPIRES YOU? FUN FACT ABOUT YOU. FAVORITE THING ABOUT DOWNTOWN AUGUSTA. WHY DO YOU LOVE TO DESIGN, CREATE + MAKE? WHAT IS ONE PIECE OF ADVICE YOU WOULD SHARE WITH OTHER ARTISTS + MAKERS? RETURN TO VENDOR PAGE
SOUL(TRE) Toxin-free cruelty-free handmade plant-based hair, beard, and skincare products. soultrenaturalproducts.com @soultrenatural @soultrenatural Meet The Maker WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU FROM, & WHAT DO YOU DO?Jasmine Ryans, creator and founder of Soul(tre), a certified pharmacy technician and certified essential oil coach. Born and raised in Augusta, GA. I work as a full-time entrepreneur formulating and creating health and beauty products that are plant-based, toxin-free and cruelty-free using exotic butters and oils DESCRIBE YOUR PROCESS.First, I research different plant-based ingredients and study their benefits for the hair, skin and body. After finding ingredients that provide the benefits and results I am looking for for a particular product, I create a formula. I source my top 2 vendors for my supplies and ingredients in different categories ( i.e butters, oils, containers, etc.) and order my supplies. I create the products by hand in my home lab and test the formulation for 3-12 months (depending on the ingredients used). I beta test the products on early adopters, get feedback. When I find the products that my ideal clients like, I create small batches of the product weekly, package products, market and sell! WHAT INSPIRES YOU?The countless stories I hear everyday of ordinary individuals, like me, who have defied all odds and walked out in faith and trusted God to pursue their purpose and have turned what were merely dreams and thoughts, into their reality and helping others do the same. FUN FACT ABOUT YOU.I am a self-taught artist whose been sketching since the age of 4. FAVORITE THING ABOUT DOWNTOWN AUGUSTA.The variety of locally-owned businesses that offer unique products and service, the convenience of some many options at walking distance and the beautiful artwork all around downtown. WHY DO YOU LOVE TO DESIGN, CREATE + MAKE?I believe that things that are created by hand allow people the ability to share parts of their soul through non-living objects, giving homemade products that special and personal feel that you can’t get from machine-made products. You can feel the love when it’s homemade. WHAT IS ONE PIECE OF ADVICE YOU WOULD SHARE WITH OTHER ARTISTS + MAKERS?Your gifts will make room for you. Continue to follow your passion, always be willing to learn and whatever you do, make sure you love what you do. There will be trying moments, but you have to remember what you are doing it for and know that your purpose for creating is more than just for profit, but to have a positive and lasting impact on others and helping others through your gifts. It’s bigger than you… RETURN TO VENDOR PAGE
CANNELLA’S CANDLES Natural Soy Candles. etsy.com/cannellascandles @cannellascandles @cannellascandles Meet The Artist WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU FROM, & WHAT DO YOU DO? DESCRIBE YOUR PROCESS. WHAT INSPIRES YOU? FUN FACT ABOUT YOU. FAVORITE THING ABOUT DOWNTOWN AUGUSTA. WHY DO YOU LOVE TO DESIGN, CREATE + MAKE? WHAT IS ONE PIECE OF ADVICE YOU WOULD SHARE WITH OTHER ARTISTS + MAKERS? RETURN TO VENDOR PAGE
ASPARAGUS SOAP CO. Handmade natural soaps and balms. asparagus-soap.com @asparagussoapco @asparagussoapcompany Meet The Artist WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU FROM, & WHAT DO YOU DO? I am from Savannah GA and I make soaps and balms for Asparagus Soap Company DESCRIBE YOUR PROCESS. I make handcrafted men’s grooming products out of my own house. I started this up about a year ago because at a young age I became very interested in learning how things are made. With that mindset, I focused my attention on creating an all-natural line of products. At first, it was to save money. But then, I just really started to enjoy everything about making products and letting other people try them out! Every product is measured out, mixed, and batched by hand. All product labeling, printing, packaging, and shipping is done in one of our guest bedrooms, which my wife and I have turned into a business workspace. WHAT INSPIRES YOU? The process is quite simple but thorough. And a secret 😉 FUN FACT ABOUT YOU. Other local entrepreneurs. FAVORITE THING ABOUT DOWNTOWN AUGUSTA. I love getting outdoors! WHY DO YOU LOVE TO DESIGN, CREATE + MAKE? The new restaurants popping up as the years go by. WHAT IS ONE PIECE OF ADVICE YOU WOULD SHARE WITH OTHER ARTISTS + MAKERS? Don’t give up! Follow your dreams! RETURN TO VENDOR PAGE
CHOPPY SEAS TRADING CO. Handmade beard grooming products (beard oils, beard balms, etc.) and a premium handmade gentleman’s lip balm. choppyseas.co @choppyseastradingco @choppyseastradingco Meet The Artist WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU FROM, & WHAT DO YOU DO? We are from Spartanburg, SC and make handmade men’s grooming and apparel products in support of local and national suicide prevention organizations. DESCRIBE YOUR PROCESS. I think my process can change some depending on what I am working on. But generally each product begins with some sort of inspiration. For example, our new 2019 Fall/Winter apparel collection started with the positive messages or sayings and that inspired the design of the item. With the grooming products I usually tend to make something that I think I would like to use. WHAT INSPIRES YOU? Right now, it’s people’s stories. We started a new online community for men called The Everyday Sailors as a place for men to share their struggles, wins, inspiration, and encouragement without judgement. The response to the group has been mind blowing. I have sat there and teared up at some of the posts. The guys in this group and the things they are going through really inspire me. FUN FACT ABOUT YOU. I was in a band years ago that used to tour full time. It also had a nautical name. I guess I like the sea? FAVORITE THING ABOUT DOWNTOWN AUGUSTA. Downtown Augusta was always our date spot before we were married, so it will always hold a special place in our hearts. WHY DO YOU LOVE TO DESIGN, CREATE + MAKE? It is an innate desire but it took me a long time to realize or accept. I have always created but never thought of myself as a creative person. Now I realize how much joy and fulfillment it brings so I almost always have to be creating in some form or fashion. Choppy Seas is a great outlet for this. WHAT IS ONE PIECE OF ADVICE YOU WOULD SHARE WITH OTHER ARTISTS + MAKERS? Just start making. Sometimes the best inspiration comes from the process itself. RETURN TO VENDOR PAGE
KAMARI CANDLE COMPANY Handcrafted soy candles, wax melts, sprays, and diffusers @kamaricandleco @KamariCandleCo Etsy Shop Meet The Maker WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU FROM, & WHAT DO YOU DO?My name is Sharon and I’m a GA girl, born and raised. I’m the creator and owner of Kamari Candle Company. A small batch company that specializes in handmade home fragrance products and amazing skin care products. DESCRIBE YOUR PROCESS.At Kamari Candle Company, every product is handmade with care and intention. We craft our soy candles, wax melts, room sprays, incense, and skin care products in small batches using natural ingredients and clean fragrances. From hand-pouring and labeling to packaging each item, every step is done with love to create high-quality, eco-friendly products you can feel good about. WHAT INSPIRES YOU?We’re inspired by the simple joys of home, self-care, and creativity. Each product we make is a reflection of peace, comfort, and connection — from the glow of a hand-poured candle to the calming scent of a room spray or the soothing feel of our skin care line. We find inspiration in nature, beautiful fragrances, and the idea that small moments can bring big comfort. Our mission is to help you create spaces that feel warm, inviting, and full of light. FUN FACT ABOUT YOU.I love watching sci-fi movies. FAVORITE THING ABOUT DOWNTOWN AUGUSTA.Some of the favorite things that I love about Downtown are the shops and activities. WHY DO YOU LOVE TO DESIGN, CREATE + MAKE?We love to design and create because it allows us to bring warmth, beauty, and comfort into everyday life. Every candle we pour, every room spray we craft, and every product we package is a reflection of our creativity and passion for handmade quality. Creating gives us the chance to share a little piece of joy with others — to turn simple materials into something meaningful that can brighten a home or lift someone’s mood. It’s more than what we make — it’s the love, intention, and inspiration behind every design that keeps us doing what we do. WHAT IS ONE PIECE OF ADVICE YOU WOULD SHARE WITH OTHER ARTISTS + MAKERS? Keep creating from the heart and trust your journey. Stay true to your vision, keep learning, and let your passion shine through every piece you make. RETURN TO VENDOR PAGE
BUTTER ME SOFT Handmade Vegan & Cruelty-Free Bath Product.s. buttermesoft.com @buttermesoft @buttermesoft ButterMeSoft.etsy.com Meet The maker WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU FROM, & WHAT DO YOU DO?My name is Markita and I’m the Chief Bath Artisan of Butter Me Soft. I was born and raised in Portsmouth, Virginia and currently reside in Grovetown, Ga. DESCRIBE YOUR PROCESS.All of my products are made fresh in small batches by hand with high quality ingredients that’s free of parabens and phthalate free fragrances, all while being vegan friendly & cruelty-free. I also use eco-friendly plant based glitters in my products that won’t impact our oceans and wildlife. WHAT INSPIRES YOU?When creating products I get inspired by colors and how they make me feel. FUN FACT ABOUT YOU.I LOVE watching fantasy movies that are full of magic, mystical creatures and supernatural phenomena. I’m a kid at heart so watching movies like that helps me escape from the world a little. FAVORITE THING ABOUT DOWNTOWN AUGUSTA.I love the energy, the scenery, and all the small businesses that are Downtown Augusta. It gives me hope that one day I too will contribute to the beauty of the city with my very own boutique. WHY DO YOU LOVE TO DESIGN, CREATE + MAKE?The products I make gives me a way to express my creativity and personality while turning it into a reality for myself and someone else. WHAT IS ONE PIECE OF ADVICE YOU WOULD SHARE WITH OTHER ARTISTS + MAKERS?Be original and be you. You are the best version of yourself because there isn’t another YOU. RETURN TO VENDOR PAGE
NATURES DROPS BY LEE LEE eco-friendly handmade skincare, soap, candles and more. @naturesdropsbyleelee @naturesdropsbyleelee naturesdropsbyleelee.com Meet The maker WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU FROM, & WHAT DO YOU DO? Hi my name is LeeAnn Abshire. I’m originally from Augusta ga but have been living right outside Atlanta ga for the past 5 years. I handmake natural skincare, soaps, candles and more. DESCRIBE YOUR PROCESS. I source my ingredients locally when possible and use natural and organic materials to make amazing products. I also strive to have an eco friendly brand. WHAT INSPIRES YOU? My inspiration is not just one thing. As I have grown the value of health has became extremely important and with that my brand has evolved into what it is today. FUN FACT ABOUT YOU. I have an amazing dog named Mikey. FAVORITE THING ABOUT DOWNTOWN AUGUSTA. I love all of the small businesses and the river walk. WHY DO YOU LOVE TO DESIGN, CREATE + MAKE? Creating is my outlet from everyday struggles. WHAT IS ONE PIECE OF ADVICE YOU WOULD SHARE WITH OTHER ARTISTS + MAKERS? Just do it and don’t be so hard on yourself. RETURN TO VENDOR PAGE
