Artifact Soapworks

05/01/2026

At the “Show Your Love for Black-Owned Businesses” popup.
I’m standing behind my table.
Mayor Sumbul Siddiqui of Cambridge is in pink.
Nicola Williams, our fearless facilitator is wearing a blue headwrap.
All the other women are from fabulous hard working organizations that uplift the BIPOC, local and sustainable businesses in my community.

02/06/2026

Artifact Soapworks will be at this event on February 6 and 7, 2026!

“Show Your Love for Black-Owned Business,“ a Black History Month Marketplace Pop-Up to be held February 6 and 7, 2026. The Marketplace event will highlight, celebrate and promote local Black-owned businesses in advance of Valentine’s Day. Sixteen vendors will offer unique gift items for purchases, soaps, sauces, bags, jewelry, vintage clothing, body care, fragrances, and more. The majority of products are hand made and locally produced by these local businesses.

Free tickets on Eventbrite at: https://2026februarymarketplace.eventbrite.com
Facebook Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/share/17iLTmf1iY/orgmass

09/20/2025

Join me for Cambridge Open Studios at:
The Cambridge Foundry
101 Rogers St.
Cambridge, MA

Noon to 6 p.m. each day
Free admission
CambridgeArtsCouncil.org/OpenStudios

Cambridge Arts Open Studios is a city-wide event that celebrates the creativity that is Cambridge. Shop for paintings, prints, clothing, ceramics, and all sorts of locally-made creations by more than 70 artists when you visit their studios and in group exhibitions in Common Venues throughout the city.

06/28/2025

FREE EVENT - Neighborhood Storefronts Project Small Business Marketplace
🔥Shop from more than a dozen local vendors
🔥Free wine tastings from Marzae Wine
🔥Hands-on arts and crafts activities for children
🔥Seed giveaway & potting
🔥Help shape the future design of 1175 Cambridge Street

Date: Saturday & Sunday, June 28-29, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM- 5:00 PM
Location: 1175 Cambridge St. Cambridge, MA

RSVP on Eventbrite at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/small-business-pop-up-marketplace-free-event-628-29-tickets-1395361587069?aff=oddtdtcreator

06/24/2025

Come Shop This Weekend at the Cambridge Small Business Pop-up Marketplace (Free Event 6/28 & 29)

FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY! Sat. June 28th & Sun June 29th, 2025 11am - 5pm

03/27/2025

And the article from The Harvard Crimson

The Sustainable Business Network of Massachusetts recently recognized a Cambridge Black-owned business as one of the most environmentally conscious small businesses in the state.

03/27/2025

Check out the BayState Banner article featuring my company.

Inspired by a project for one of her integrated chemical engineering courses at MIT during her senior year, Barbara A. Thomas decided to take on soapmaking. She gave handcrafted soap to her family during Christmas. They loved her soap so much that they began to share it with other family members and...

03/21/2025

With Sustainable Business Network of Massachusetts – I just got recognized as one of their top fans! 🎉

02/26/2025

The event will take place virtually via Zoom on Thursday, February 27, 2025 from 7:00-8:30 PM (EST).

Please register here:

Moreover, we are thrilled to welcome back our emcee, NPR's Here & Now co-host Robin Young, who will be interviewing each Awardee separately during the celebration. Additionally, there will be breakout sessions for participants to connect with one another.

Join us in celebrating and extending our warmest congratulations to this year's award recipients! We're excited to hear their inspiring stories firsthand.

02/26/2025

Announcing one of the SBN 2024 award winners 🏆🏆🏆

Barbara, a Chemical Engineer, began making soap after realizing most commercial "soaps" are detergents, not the real thing. She wanted to create a luxurious, ethical alternative. Her soapmaking is a commitment to local sourcing, organic and biodegradable ingredients, minimal environmental impact, and fair trade. Her 100% vegetable-based, cruelty-free soaps offer a luxurious daily ritual, encouraging consumers to choose real soap for a more indulgent experience.

Join us to celebrate Artifact Soapworks!

The event will take place virtually via Zoom on Thursday, February 27, 2025 from 7:00-8:30 PM (EST).
Please register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2024-sustainable-business-of-the-year-awards-tickets-1062896424819?aff=oddtdtcreator

02/26/2025

Being interviewed by WGBH at the Black Marketplace Popup in Harvard Square.

02/19/2025

Wearing some amazing sustainable jewelry from while on vacation in Cancun 2025!