Santa Fe Soap Ranch

🍂🧼 September Slow Clean – Open Windows & the First Hints of Fall 🍂🧼

September is that beautiful in-between time when summer begins to soften into fall. 🍁 The light changes, the mornings feel a little cooler, and open windows bring in that unmistakable hint that a new season is coming.

It’s a perfect time to give home a little refresh — nothing overwhelming, just a few simple things to help welcome the change.

Your September Slow-Clean Checklist:

✅ Clean out the fridge & pantry — fall cooking is coming!
✅ Vacuum under furniture and into those forgotten corners
✅ Dust bookshelves & coffee tables
✅ Wash throw blankets and start prepping cozy spaces
✅ Clean door handles, mirrors & light switches
✅ Begin rotating your scents — cedarwood, clove and orange are perfect right now
✅ Light a candle, open a window and enjoy that September air

💡 “Early Autumn” Diffuser Blend:
• 3 drops Cedarwood
• 2 drops Orange
• 1 drop Clove
• 1 drop Lavender

🍊🍂 Spicy, grounding and just a whisper of fall in the air.

No need to rush the season. September gives us a little time to enjoy both — the last warmth of summer and the first promise of fall. 🌾

Excuse me... WHAT?!

You leave me ALL DAY to go make soap at The Santa Fe Soap Ranch...

and then you come home and say hello to the CAT before me?!

We need to discuss your priorities.

🌻🛁 August Wind-Down – Clean Corners & Summer Soaks 🌻🛁

From The Santa Fe Soap Ranch

August is settling into its golden hour — that lovely in-between time when summer is still very much here, but we can feel the first hints of a new season ahead. 🌾

A few simple cleaning and self-care moments now can make the transition into fall feel just a little easier.

Your late-August to-do list:

✅ Deep clean the tub & treat yourself to an evening soak
✅ Wipe down closet shelves & begin rotating seasonal clothing
✅ Clean under beds — goodbye, dust bunnies!
✅ Tidy the entryway and clear away summer clutter
✅ Wash shower liners, bath mats & freshen sink areas
✅ Refresh bathroom scents with eucalyptus, rosemary or mint
✅ Create a little end-of-summer reset space with a favorite soap, linen spray or calming scent

💡 Late Summer Blend:
• 3 drops Rosemary
• 2 drops Orange
• 1 drop Patchouli
• 1 drop Eucalyptus

🌿 Herbal and grounding with just a touch of citrus — fresh enough for summer, cozy enough to hint at what's coming next.

There’s still plenty of summer left to enjoy. So open the windows, light a candle, soak a little longer and savor these golden August evenings.

🛍️ Visit us in-store or online at SantaFeSoapRanch.com for soaps, sprays and scents to carry you gently into the next season.

This is a difficult post to write — but, in some ways, an exciting one too.

After a great deal of thought, Mike and I have decided that The Santa Fe Soap Ranch will close its brick-and-mortar store on December 31, 2026.

There are so many reasons behind this decision. The last few years have brought challenges we never expected. Mike's tumor and the continued trips to Mayo, along with his recent mini stroke, have reminded us that there are things in life that simply shouldn't keep being put off. We've also reached that stage where conversations about powers of attorney, healthcare directives, estate planning and all of those very grown-up things have become part of life.

But this decision isn't only about the difficult things.

It's also about what we want more of.

More time with our sons and our family. More quiet days at the cabin. More mornings in the garden. Maybe a trip here and there. More time together without always having to ask, "Who's covering the store?"

And we're actually excited about that.

So while December 31 will mark the end of our physical store, it will not be the end of The Santa Fe Soap Ranch.

Beginning in January, our products will be available through our online store. We are committed to continuing online throughout 2027, and after that, we'll see where life takes us.

As we get closer to the end of the year, we'll also be taking a thoughtful look at our product line. Some favorites will remain available year-round, some products may become seasonal, and there will likely be a few that we'll say goodbye to.

We've spent many years building this little business, and it has become so much more than soap. We've met wonderful people, watched customers become friends, and had the privilege of being a small part of your lives and your families.

So between now and December 31, please come see us. Come in and say hello. Stay awhile and chat. Tell us your story — how you found us, what brought you through our doors, or simply what's happening in your life. We would love to hear it.

There are so many people we've come to know across the counter over the years, and we want these last months in the store to be about enjoying that part of the Soap Ranch too.

We're not quite ready for the big goodbye — because this isn't goodbye yet.

For now, the doors are open, we're still making soap, and we're looking forward to enjoying these last months in the store with all of you.

And when January comes, we'll simply be doing things a little differently.

With love and gratitude,

Liz & Mike
The Santa Fe Soap Ranch

🌸 Friday DIY: Turning Tornadoes into Treasures 🌸

Last week, we welcomed a new puppy into our family. 🐾

He's adorable... full of energy... and apparently convinced our garden is his personal racetrack. In one enthusiastic sprint, he managed to flatten a couple of our beautiful hollyhocks and zinnias.

Instead of being disappointed, we decided to save a few of the blooms and turn them into something we'll enjoy long after summer is over.

Pressed Flower Bookmarks are simple to make and are a beautiful way to preserve a favorite bloom from your own garden.

🌿 You'll need:

• Fresh flowers or petals
• Parchment paper
• A heavy book
• Cardstock
• Self-adhesive laminating sheets (or a laminator)
• Hole punch and ribbon (optional)

🌼 Instructions:
Place flowers between two sheets of parchment paper.
Tuck them inside a heavy book and let them press for 1–2 weeks.
Arrange the dried flowers on a piece of cardstock.
Seal the bookmark with laminating sheets or run it through a laminator.
Trim the edges, punch a hole at the top, and add a ribbon if you'd like.

Now every time you open your favorite book, you'll have a little reminder of your garden—and maybe even of a mischievous puppy. 🐶💜

Sometimes life's little surprises become our favorite memories.

Happy DIY Friday from all of us at The Santa Fe Soap Ranch! 🌿

🌻 Savor the Last Weeks of Summer 🌻

Late July always seems to arrive faster than expected.

The garden is overflowing, hummingbirds are busy at the feeders, and evening thunderstorms bring that fresh New Mexico air we wait for all summer.

Before the season slips away, take a few moments just for you. ☕🌺

Enjoy your morning coffee on the porch, gather a few flowers from the garden, watch the clouds roll in, or simply slow down and soak it all in.

These are often the moments we remember most.

Thank you for letting The Santa Fe Soap Ranch be a small part of your home. 💜

🌿 Happy Summer, friends!

🌻 "Savor the Last Weeks of Summer"

🌻 The last weeks of July always seem to arrive faster than expected.

Gardens are overflowing, hummingbirds are busy at the feeders, evening thunderstorms cool the air, and the days are just beginning to hint at the changing season.

Before summer slips away, take a little time to enjoy it. Sit outside with your morning coffee, pick something fresh from the garden, light your favorite candle after sunset, or simply slow down for a few quiet minutes.

We hope you're making the most of these beautiful summer days.

Thank you for letting The Santa Fe Soap Ranch be a small part of your home. 💜

☀️🧼 July Clean & Cool – A Mid-Summer Refresh, Santa Fe Style ☀️🧼

July in Santa Fe is all about sunshine, warm days, cool evenings, and the beauty of the high desert. It's also the perfect time to give your home—and yourself—a little mid-summer refresh.

Here are a few simple ways to keep everything feeling fresh this July:

🌿 Clean and rotate your ceiling fans
💜 Freshen your sheets and pillowcases with a light spritz of our Lavender Linen Spray
🗑️ Rinse out garbage bins and add a few drops of peppermint essential oil to help keep them smelling fresh
🍔 Wipe down the grill and get ready for summer cookouts
🌬️ Dust baseboards and air vents for cleaner, fresher airflow
🧴 Switch to lighter, hydrating body products for the warmer months
🧼 Keep a handcrafted bar of soap at every sink—clean hands are always in season!

✨ Santa Fe Summer Diffuser Blend

🌿 3 drops Peppermint
💜 2 drops Lavender
🌸 1 drop Geranium
🍋 1 drop Lemon

Fresh, cooling, and perfect for bringing a little high-desert calm indoors.

Whether you're refreshing your home, your skincare routine, or looking for a thoughtful summer gift, we're here to help.

Stop by the shop or visit SantaFeSoapRanch.com to discover handcrafted soaps, lotions, linen sprays, candles, and other natural essentials made with care right here in Santa Fe.

Wishing you a happy, healthy, and beautifully scented July!

❤️ Liz & Mike
Santa Fe Soap Ranch

Before You Throw That Away...

Are you like me?

You get up in the morning, make that first cup of coffee, and spend a few quiet minutes enjoying the warmth and encouragement that comes from those first few sips. Before the day's responsibilities begin, it's a small moment that's just for you.

So before you toss those coffee grounds in the trash, save them for one more morning pick-me-up.

Mix:

1/2 cup warm used coffee grounds
1/4 cup brown sugar
2–3 tbsp sunflower oil

Take the mixture into the shower and gently massage it onto damp skin. The warmth of the freshly brewed coffee grounds combined with the exfoliation of brown sugar and the moisturizing touch of sunflower oil leaves your skin feeling smooth, refreshed, and ready to take on the day.

Because sometimes self-care doesn't need to be complicated. Sometimes it starts with a cup of coffee.

Happy Friday!

— Santa Fe Soap Ranch