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Life & Work with Carley Gant of Travelers Rest

Today we’d like to introduce you to Carley Gant.

Hi Carley, thanks for joining us today. We’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
Hi! I’m Carley! I love my day job, but I always like to challenge myself. During the day, I’m a full-time Reading Interventionist. As a hobby pre-Covid, I was selling Paparazzi jewelry. I loved interacting with people and doing markets, but I noticed many more opportunities for handmade items. A few years later, after some research, I decided to try making soaps, and I loved it! I enjoy working with new scents and shapes. I love being creative, but I also take custom orders! I have recently expanded my business, Simply Gant, with bath bombs, shower steamers, and sugar scrubs. You can find me at @simply.gant on Instagram and Facebook and via my website, www.simplygant.Weebly.com.

I’m sure you wouldn’t say it’s been obstacle-free, but so far would you say the journey has been smooth?
My biggest challenge is that I am a brand new business. As I add new products, I spend a lot of time researching recipes and techniques to make my products my own and the very best I have to offer. I am also learning a lot about marketing and advertising my business from the ground up. I started Simply Gant in September of 2022.

Thanks for sharing that. Can you tell us more about your work next?
I started making soaps in various shapes, sizes, and scents. Since then, I have added bath bombs and shower steamers. I’m proud of how far I have come in the few months since creating Simply Gant. My favorite products are massage exfoliating soaps, colorful bath bombs, and shower steamers. The steamers last a long time in your shower and make it smell good!

What matters most to you?
Creating quality products that my customers enjoy. Self-care is important; many of us neglect this part of our lives. If I can make someone feel better, whether it’s a quick, smell-good shower or smelling their favorite scent while they wash their hands, then I have succeeded. Many products are vegan-friendly as well.

Pricing:

  • Soaps: $5
  • Exfoliating Massage Soap: $6 or 2/$10
  • Bath bombs: Large: $6 or 2/$10 Small: $3 or 2/$5
  • Shower Steamers: $8/bag

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Image Credits
Carley Gant, Simply Gant

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