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Connecting the Millions touched by Disability I just wanted to share this cool site I came across via my fabulous father. Disaboom is an online disability community to "share stories, learn from others and create a supportive network of friends." This site also has some great information on health … Continue Reading
Saint Cupcakes is located in Portland Oregon which is about a 4-5 hour drive for me. So to get my cupcake fix I ordered online using their "fancy cupcake choosing technology". I ordered 3 different cupcakes, 3 different types of frosting and 3 different types of sprinkles. The ordering experience in … Continue Reading
We did our first-ever DIY Mineral Make Up class at Otion. Throughout the 3 hour class, I kept telling the class attendees that the process was super simple. At the beginning of the class, they looked dubious. But, by the end of the class, everyone agreed and was excitedly chatting on about what they … Continue Reading
Your profession is not what brings home your paycheck. Your profession is what you were put on earth to do. With such passion and such intensity that it becomes spiritual in calling. --Virgil The best soap supplies on the internet are found at Bramble Berry. Click here to browse Bramble … Continue Reading
Squeaky Stroller is an online magazine resource featuring the latest and greatest products for moms and kids. We enjoy their "smart and simple take on daily life." This month they featured our Mineral Make-Up Kits for moms to play with on their indoor playdates. Hey, playdates aren't just for the … Continue Reading
This post is part of a multi-day series on fostering happiness in your life. The Bumps Along the Road This is my "depressed stance." When you're depressed, it makes a lot of difference how you stand. The worst thing you can do is straighten up and hold your head high because then you'll … Continue Reading
I'll be at Otion tomorrow teaching the Beginner's Mineral Make Up Class. We'll be focusing on Eye Shadow and Foundation. Some of the fun things I'll be talking about are: The difference between an oxide and an FD&C color Why 'Natural' might not be natural The Color Wheel Everyone will … Continue Reading
This post is part of a multi-day series on fostering happiness in your life. Taking Care of Ourselves – Our Health The longer I live the less confidence I have in drugs and the greater is my confidence in the regulation and administration of diet and regimen. ~John Redman Coxe, 1800 To keep … Continue Reading
I've had a strange morning with things not appearing to go well. Like many women I know, I did a little shopping to pick myself up. But, unlike many women I know, I didn't get clothes; I got soap! Sun Basil Garden's artist soaps did just the trick to get me into a more chipper mood and … Continue Reading
Almond Biscotti is a fragrance that makes me get hungry and drool. It smells like almond nougat with a touch of nutmeg, butter and milk. It's rich creamy and delicious on its own. It, not surprisingly, blends well with anything Vanilla, Chocolate or Coffee-like but it also has a delightful chameleon … Continue Reading
Here are some more results from our Rebatch Tutorial. You can see that Rebatch soap doesn't turn out glossy and smooth like Melt & Pour and instead has slight texture. Once it is fully hardened (many people refer to this as "cure time"), a bar of rebatch will last longer in the shower than a bar … Continue Reading
This post is part of a multi-day series on fostering happiness in your life. Taking Care of Ourselves – Our Mind Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn't do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade … Continue Reading
Me and the Birthday Girl We had a big surprise today that turned into a blessing. It sort of makes up for the United flight that wasn't. Guess I must have been banking my flight karma because when we checked in for our return flight (bless you internet), we found that our return flight was delayed … Continue Reading
Wondering what to do with the scraps left over from the Plaid Soap? Never fear, with melt and pour nothing goes to waste! Here's What You'll Need White Melt and Pour Loaf or Tray Mold Fragrance (optional) Soap Scraps (Ours are from the Soapy Plaid Project) Microwave Safe Bowl … Continue Reading