When the economy "tanked" in 2008, Bill Smith decided to drop his work as an engineer and become a full-time soap-maker. He got his introduction to making soap at a workshop at Itasca State Park 10 years earlier, and had been experimenting to find the best formula ever since. Now he makes over 50 kinds of soap in his kitchen, and keeps the inventory in his basement. His business is called AM Soap Company . About half of Bill's sales normally come from art and craft shows. Unfortunately, spring and early summer shows have been cancelled, with tough consequences for Bill's new vocation. The gift shops that sell his wares are also closed. He still has sales through Whole Foods in Duluth and at a grocery in Long Prairie. His nephew has recently stepped up to build a website where customers can order online. It will be available soon. You will definitely want to listen to Bill's story in his own words in the interview below! Until the new web portal is up and running, you can contact him
When the economy "tanked" in 2008, Bill Smith decided to drop his work as an engineer and become a full-time soap-maker. He got his introduction to making soap at a workshop at Itasca State Park 10 years earlier, and had been experimenting to find the best formula ever since. Now he makes over 50 kinds of soap in his kitchen, and keeps the inventory in his basement. His business is called AM Soap Company . About half of Bill's sales normally come from art and craft shows. Unfortunately, spring