Le journal Soapyard

A bowl of yellow soup with herbs and a dark sauce on top.
"Soap, Soup, and Other Typos: The Hilarious Side of Soapyard"
A humorous look at soap-related autocorrect mistakes, misspellings and the unexpected messages that appear while running a small business. Read more...
A dog and sheep standing in a field in warm evening light.
Back to Nature, But Don’t Forget the Wi-Fi: Why Countryside Entrepreneurs Depend on High-Speed Internet and Couriers
Explore the practical side of running a countryside business, from reliable broadband and delivery services to connecting artisan work with customers. Read more...
Black-and-white photograph of two people standing close together, showing their legs and shoes.
Should a Vegetarian Kiss Someone Wearing Tallow Lipstick? A Lighthearted Dive Into the Ethics of Smooching
A lighthearted look at tallow in cosmetics and the everyday ethical questions that can arise when vegetarian and non-vegetarian lifestyles meet. Read more...
A herd of cattle grazing in a sunlit field.
Tallow: The Traditional Fat Making a Modern Comeback
Explore tallow's traditional uses in cooking, soap and skincare, alongside the ethical questions and plant-based alternatives discussed in the article. Read more...
People walking along the Great Wall of China with mountains behind them.
Journey Through China: Exploring Soap Traditions, Culture, and Craftsmanship
An archive journey through Chinese soap traditions, ingredients and cultural heritage, connecting everyday products with craft and history. Read more...
A stamped soap block and a wooden nail brush in a green ceramic dish.
Traditional Soaps of the World: A Journey Through Culture, Craft, and History
Explore traditional soaps from different regions and the ingredients, craft techniques and cultural histories connected with everyday cleansing. Read more...
A coastal landscape seen through a circular opening in rock.
Croatia: Cultural Heritage Along the Adriatic Coast
Explore Croatia's Adriatic coast, historic places and cultural traditions through an archive travel story from the Soapyard collection. Read more...
A small boat beside a sandy beach and clear turquoise water.
Bali: Traditional Soap-Making and Cultural Heritage
Discover Bali through an archive discussion of soap-making traditions, local ingredients, island landscapes and cultural heritage. Read more...
A white curved modern building beside a green lawn with colourful sculptures.
From Morocco to Azerbaijan: Traditional Soap-Making and Cultural Heritage in the Land of Fire
Explore Azerbaijan's cultural heritage and soap-making traditions in an archive travel story connecting craft, ingredients and place. Read more...
A person holding yellow cocoa pods beneath leafy trees.
Exploring Ghana: A Cultural and Natural Treasure
Explore Ghana's landscapes, cultural heritage and ingredients through an archive travel story about craft, food and local traditions. Read more...
A blue-and-yellow door with decorative metal handles.
Discovering Morocco with Soapyard: A Land of Argan Oil, Ancient Traditions, and Artisan Craft
Discover Morocco through its argan oil, artisan work, architecture and traditions in an archive story connecting travel with everyday ingredients. Read more...
Colourful houses on a snowy coastline at dusk.
Greenland: A Land of Ice, Tradition, and Inspiration
Explore Greenland's icy landscapes, communities and cultural traditions in this archive travel story from the Soapyard collection. Read more...