Working on my cooking...

Okay I've never been a good cook unless I had a recipe.  Never been one that could look in the pantry, find something and think hmmmm this would be good.  That's not me.

While I'm working in my studio I've been watching The Chew on the tv and it really inspired me to work at being a better cook.  They make it look so easy and I thought hey I could do that and started experimenting.  I do print out the recipes so I have them for reference but I no longer use measuring spoons but just kind of make a guess and do it by taste.  You know what it works....

So upon the suggestion of my daughter I started a dinner blog and post as I make different meals.  I have to say cooking is a lot more fun than I ever thought it would be.  I know scour Pinterest for great recipes and of course other sites. 

So I guess I can learn new stuff no matter how old I am...lol...

Here's the link to my dinner blog if you're looking for any new dinner recipes.

http://diningwithelaine.blogspot.com/

Busy day....

I'm working on packaging soaps for my market this weekend.  Here's a couple of pictures of what I've been working on today.  Of course I've got more to do but this way you can see what I've done so far. 

This is 4oz Sherbet Loofahs which are loofahs that have had soap poured over them.  They're great for your dry areas like elbows and feet but can be used on your body depending on your skin sensitivity.

 

These are 4oz Sea Kelp Soap.  They have a wonderful blend of Clove Essential Oil and Bergamot Fragrance Oil.  These are very popular with men but women like it also. 

Great Way to Start the Day.

Last week I woke up to a nice rainstorm which is not normal here in Santa Fe.  I looked outside and this is what I saw.

It was so peaceful and a great way to start the day and motived me to start work early.  We get a lot of double and full rainbows here which is always nice. 

Packing Soap

Just finished packaging 350 1oz soaps for 2 B&B's that use my soap in their guest rooms.   I'll deliver both of them tomorrow cause this is Indian Market weekend here in Santa Fe which is always very busy.  It's a good time to not go into the downtown area.  There will be over 100,000 people in town for the 2 day show. 

Busy day in the Studio

I made some Lavender Massage/Body Oil and Rose Massage/Body Oil today. These are great to use as a massage oil but also can be used instead of lotion after you get out of the shower.  It seals in the moisture especially in dry climates.  You don't  have to wear perfume if you choose as there will be slight scent of the Lavender or Rose. 

Made in New Mexico video

This was done several years ago but was on our local ABC channel 7.  They selected Made in New Mexico artists and I was fortunate enough to be picked.  Enjoy.

Twitter

I just created a Twitter account for Haven Scent Soaps so here's the link and would love for you to follow me.  If you have a Twitter account let me know and I'll follow you. 

https://twitter.com/havenscentsoaps