Our Story
Small Batch Products. Big Everyday Joy.
Handmade in Conneaut, OH with quality ingredients and unique scents designed to make everyday routines a little more fun.
Who We Are
More Than Just Good Soap and Good Vibes.
Sandbar Suds is a family-owned business founded in 2019 and proudly rooted in Conneaut, OH. Our goal is simple: create products that bring a little extra joy to everyday life through quality ingredients, amazing scents, and experiences people genuinely enjoy using.
Our Vision
We don't just make products. We create little moments people look forward to. Whether it's your favorite soap, a fresh load of laundry, or a scent that makes you smile, we believe everyday things can make a big difference.
The Heart of Sanbar Suds
What we’re all about
Our Mission
We believe good products can do more than clean, moisturize, or freshen a room. They can lift your mood, spark a memory, and turn ordinary routines into something worth looking forward to. We believe the smallest moments can make the biggest difference.
Our Approach
We believe everyday products should be enjoyed. That's why we create products that feel just as good to use as they smell. From your favorite soap to a fresh load of laundry, we want every experience to be one worth looking forward to.
Our Products
Our products are made to do more than sit on a shelf. From handmade soap and bath bombs to home fragrance and laundry care, everything we create is made with chemical free ingredients, unique scents, and the goal of bringing a little extra joy to everyday life.
Our Community
The people behind Sandbar Suds
Our Community
Sandbar Suds was built in Conneaut, and community has always been at the heart of what we do. Whether we're supporting local organizations, hosting community events, or partnering with nonprofits, we love finding ways to spread a little extra good beyond our products. Supporting our community isn't just something we do. It's part of who we are.
Our Customers
Our customers are the reason we do what we do. From longtime locals to customers across the country, we're proud to serve people who appreciate quality ingredients, unique scents, and the peace of mind that comes from choosing products they can feel good about using. Whether you're shopping for a favorite scent, a thoughtful gift, or a little everyday joy, we're glad you're here.
Our Team
Every product that leaves Sandbar Suds has been made, packed, and shared by people who truly care about what they do. From creating new scents to carefully packing each order, we put the same care into our products that we'd want for ourselves. Because we believe the little things matter.
We go the extra mile
Great products are important, but so is great service. When things get busy or unexpected challenges pop up, we believe that's when customer service matters most. We're committed to going the extra mile to make sure every customer has a positive experience with Sandbar Suds.
Good Vibes Only
We believe positivity is contagious. Whether you're walking through our doors, opening a package, or stopping by one of our events, we hope you leave with a smile. Spreading a little extra joy is what Sandbar Suds is all about.
The Faces Behind the Bar
Built by Family. Powered by Good Vibes.
Susanne Horvath
Co-Founder
Susanne is a lifelong animal lover, Realtor, and one of the hearts behind Sandbar Suds. She has a passion for helping people, giving back to the community, and making others feel welcome. When she's not at the shop, you'll likely find her enjoying a Lake Erie sunset, riding jet skis, or gathered around a campfire with family and friends. Her kindness, positivity, and love for people help shape everything Sandbar Suds is about.
Amber Kissman
Co-Founder
Amber is a plant lover, proud rescue cat mom, and one of the creative minds behind Sandbar Suds. She loves all things animals, nature, and the outdoors, and rarely turns down an opportunity for a new adventure. Whether she's testing new scents, working on custom orders, or enjoying a good cup of tea, she's always looking for ways to bring a little extra joy to everyday life.
Jeneane DiFilippo
Co-Founder
Jeneane is a respiratory therapist with a passion for helping others and making the most of every day. She loves jet skiing, racquetball, reading, and spending time near the water, whether it's Lake Erie or somewhere new to explore. An animal lover through and through, she brings kindness, energy, and positivity to everything she does, both at Sandbar Suds and beyond.
Analynn DiFilippo
Co-Founder
A Conneaut native and Realtor, Analynn loves building community, creating memorable experiences, and making the most of time spent with family and friends. When she's not at the shop, you'll likely find her playing softball or racquetball, out on Lake Erie, spending time with her animals, or dreaming up the next big community event.