Well, it's been a long time coming.
When Papa Stan's got its start back in 2019, we were mixing batches of soap in the kitchen and selling at local markets, not quite sure where any of it would lead. We just knew we believed in what we were making — handcrafted, clean body products made with real ingredients and a whole lot of care.
A lot has changed since then. The product line has grown. Our community has grown. And now, our website has finally caught up.
Welcome to the new papastans.store.
We rebuilt this thing from the ground up to make it easier for you to find exactly what you're looking for — whether that's a classic body soap, a whipped body butter, a hand-poured candle, or something you've never tried before. The new shop is organized by category, so you can browse Soaps, Body Care, Candles & Scents, Bath Bombs, Scrubs, and Accessories without digging through a wall of products.
This blog is where we'll talk to you — not just sell to you. Expect behind-the-scenes looks at how our products are made, ingredient spotlights, new product announcements, and stories from the community.
As a veteran-owned, Iowa-made small business, everything we do is personal. Every product that ships from Oskaloosa has our name on it, and we don't take that lightly.
So whether you've been with us since the farmers market days or just found us for the first time — we're really glad you're here.
Here's to clean products and fresh starts. ✿
— Stan & the Papa Stan's Family Oskaloosa, Iowa