Connie at Connie Nikiforoff Designs purchased an inexpensive soap and lotion set from Big Lots and made them look like a pricey set from Williams-Sonoma by simply creating new labels on her computer. The personalized touch adds a little something special and also makes for a great gift idea!
Connie was inspired by the Williams-Sonoma Essential Oils Gift Sets.
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Sheri says
February 6, 2012 at 8:21 AMThis seems like a total waste of time and money.
Amber says
February 6, 2012 at 8:33 AMI don’t see it as a waste. All it took was a little design work on the computer, which can be pretty enjoyable if you are interested in it….and printing on sticker paper. I happen to like that she upgraded the look with something simple, that makes a big impact. It may be on something small, but some times the details can tell a story.
Connie@Connie Nikiforoff Designs says
February 6, 2012 at 10:28 AM@Sheri…Yeah, some of my customers and my family think “it’s a total waste of time and money” too. LOL! But like Amber says, sometimes the details are what “makes” it 😉 The only real “cost” extra to this project was a little of my time and a sheet of paper. I would have gotten the cheap brand of soap/lotion anyway 😉
Hilary says
March 19, 2012 at 7:28 PMI think it is great. My exact words when I looked at it was “brilliant” and followed with “why didn’t I think of that.” I am a sucker for packaging! I am going to head to the dollar store and make up a bunch of my own! Thanks for the idea.
AnneSATX says
February 8, 2012 at 8:34 PMPersonally, I think it’s a great idea — to take something inexpensive and make it look like it cost a lot more. Isn’t that what this site is all about? Whether it’s furniture, accessories, or something simple like this, that’s what *I* come to this site for. Way to go, Connie!
Amy says
February 8, 2012 at 11:17 PMI think this is a really cute idea. It’s that extra touch that goes above and beyond. A great alternative to those generic labels on the soaps I buy. Thanks for the idea!
Sam says
February 17, 2012 at 10:16 AMI love it! Very creative which is the purpose of this site anyway. I don’t understand putting down someone’s idea or taking the time to make a mean comment. That’s the only waste of time I see…
Julia says
August 13, 2013 at 1:21 PMI absolutely love this idea. I am making this for a wedding gift. I have used this idea for many wedding gifts in the past. its is always loved!!!!
norma's bath and body says
August 21, 2013 at 11:39 PMHappen to stumble upon this. Interesting..
Donna says
May 6, 2014 at 7:40 PMLove the ideas of these sleek labels but rather put them on my own concoctions. I make my own soaps and lotions. A finishing touch in making lovely gifts!
I know a local artist that was featured in Victoria Magazine years ago. He is a printmaker and designed beautiful French labels of his pantry cans, and let his son develop his eye hand coordination coloring the center design on the white labels. Lovely pantry, and the boy developed his hand strength for writing and art coloring the labels.
Beckie says
May 7, 2014 at 2:37 PMHow interesting! I love the idea of putting them on your own soaps and lotions.
Connie Nikiforoff Designs says
June 27, 2014 at 12:20 PMOoooh I think I should design some labels for my friend who’s now making her own beautiful bar soap. So many possibilities. I’m glad I checked back at this post. Thanks for the idea Donna!