The Sweet Life — Handcrafted Happiness

The Confectionery Grand Opening

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The Confectionery Grand Opening

We soft opened about 2 weeks ago and we celebrate our Grand Opening on Saturday.  I am a little weepy, a little exhausted, a little excited, and a lot terrified.  Most of all I am proud of what we accomplished in so little time. 

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Why Mermaids?

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Why Mermaids?

Someone else’s truth is not always your truth.  Art can be many things-including items that you use and enjoy in your daily life, like a simple and sweet little bar of soap.

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Quality Blooms Bright

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Quality Blooms Bright

The moral of the story? Quality matters as much as visual uniqueness.  

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Why BLOOM?

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Why BLOOM?

I won’t lie, buying handcrafted objects is a selfish act, we want to feel special and buying something unique, that no one else has, is quite the rush.  But what you don’t realize is that buying handcrafted items keeps your money local, feeds a family, sends little girls to camp, and it gives this mom of 2 time with her precious children.  Buying handcrafted makes you a hero to families like mine.  I want you to feel special using our products-my jewelry and soap is made with the purest love and gratitude that I can make my living through my creative nature.

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Just Bloom

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Just Bloom

Bloom Artisan is a website, pop-up market, a place to celebrate handmade creations that will inspire your life. The home of S.K. Rhoades Contemporary Jewelry and The Confectionery Sweet Soap, Bloom will also feature curated goods and artisan wares that are as unique as you are. 

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