Wednesday Shower Chronicles: Honoring Women’s History Month with 1881 – A Soap Rooted in Legacy
As we wrap up Black History Month and step into Women’s History Month, we find ourselves reflecting still on the resourcefulness, resilience, and innovation of the women who came before us—the washerwomen of 1881, whose skills and business savvy paved the way for generations of Black women entrepreneurs.
This month, a little unexpected soap-making lesson led us right back to those roots. When a batch of our In the Garden Eucalyptus soap accelerated unexpectedly, we had to think fast. Instead of scrapping it, we used a tried-and-true method of soap making, much like the washerwomen of the past, who worked with what they had and created something strong, effective, and long-lasting.
That’s why, for March, this special batch will be renamed 1881, in honor of the Atlanta washerwomen strike of 1881, when Black women organized one of the first major labor movements in U.S. history, demanding fair wages and respect for their craft. These women weren’t just washing clothes; they were entrepreneurs, leaders, and innovators—just like the soap makers who came after them.
Introducing 1881 – A Soap Rooted in History
For the month of March, this batch of In the Garden Eucalyptus will carry the name 1881, honoring the legacy of the Black washerwomen who built businesses, demanded recognition, and turned necessity into opportunity.
✔ A natural, rustic texture, reminiscent of early handmade soaps
✔ The same fresh eucalyptus fragrance you love
✔ A tribute to resilience, resourcefulness, and history
Available while supplies last!
Perfect Timing for Women’s History Month
As we move into March and Women’s History Month, we love that 1881 will make its way first to our Shower Lovers Club members—women (and men!) who appreciate the art of handcrafted soap and the stories behind it. This soap, born from an unexpected moment and saved through skill and tradition, is a reminder that sometimes the best things come from trusting the process.
Honoring the Past, Creating the Future
We didn’t plan to make 1881, but history has a way of showing up when we need it most. Handmade soap isn’t just a product—it’s part of a long-standing tradition of creativity, survival, and craftsmanship. This batch is proof that sometimes the best results come from trusting what works and making something beautiful out of the unexpected.
Shower Lovers Club members, your 1881 bars are coming soon! And if you’re not in the club yet, now’s the time to join. Watch for 1881 while it lasts and own a piece of this history-inspired batch. Let’s step into March honoring the past and making history—one bar at a time.
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