Its in the Box!

I wanted a more uniform packaging for my soaps, so I've now gone to an elegant soap box for packaging. Nestled inside is the same wonderful OldFashioned Bar Soap as before, it is just tucked away for safe keeping. This will in turn help me clean up my market display as well, making it easier to feature my soaps and much more convenient for you to sniff, shop and gift.

Enjoy!

Inspiration... where it all comes from

I've been asked what my inspiration is for doing what I do... honestly, its a combination of things.

First, I'm a science geek at heart. Chemistry was my favorite class. To be in control of putting oils and emulsifiers together to make lotion, or to be in charge of adding fats to lye to make soap is just so very exciting to me. I love doing the research on a specialty recipe, and knowing the hows and whys of the way things are.

Secondly, I do have a bit of an artsy craftsy streak in me. I am terrible at drawing, even my stick figures look deformed. However, I have managed to make some fabulous soaps to date, and swirls seem to be my forte.

I also love to help others. If I know that what I do brings a smile to a loved one's face, or helps a child's itchy rash, then it was all worth it in the end. Knowing that somehow, even little ol me can make a difference really keeps me going.

I dream my soap. If I've made it, its because I saw it in a dream usually. The patterns, techniques and fragrance blends come to me when I relax. This is my passion, my art. Its not a business for an income at all. I do this because I love it, and I hope that you will love it too.

Missing some soap?

A partial bag of soap was left behind from the Bodyluxe by Shawna booth at today's art market - if you or someone you know is missing part of what was purchased please email me (bodyluxe@gmail.com) or contact Larry @ the Tornado Gallery. I'd hate for mom to miss out on her gift! :)

Playing Catch Up

Here's some pictures of what's been in the soap pot this month:

Left: Black Raspberry & Vanilla
Right: Tiger Lily








Lilac Breeze








These will all be ready for the May Downtown Art Market. Coming soon: Tropical Coconut!

What's in the Soap Pot? April Edition

So far this month I've made 2 batches of soap for the May market - Tiger Lily and Black Raz. I had intended to get the lilac restocked as well but ran out of fragrance, so it may not make it for May, but it'll be along shortly, as I'm awaiting a shipment of supplies as we speak.

I've been a bit slack in getting the blog up to date, but honestly its because I've been trying to restock all the wonderful soaps, lotions and other products that keep selling out during the Art Market. I hope to see everyone there the 2nd Saturday of May!

Keep an eye on this space for more to come in the not so distant future... I'll do better, I promise!

Its Downtown Art Market Time!

Hope to see you all there tomorrow at the Downtown Art Market. There's sure to be lots of great goodies to be seen and had.

The market is from 9am to 3pm and is located at 19th St and Buddy Holly, across from Triple J's.

Come visit me and pick up a new bar of soap or some wonderful lotion. :)

Spring and Summer Fragrances, part 1

Introducing 3 new wonderful fragrances for the Bodyluxe by Shawna line of products:

Juicy Peach - the luscious scent of a fresh ripe peach

Lime-a-Licious - smells tart and fruity, like a margarita. Hey, its 5 o'clock somewhere, right?!

Mango & Mandarin - a popular favorite and a great, mouth watering blend

All of these fragrances are available as Liquigel Soap, Moistureluxe Lotion, Bath Candy, Body Buttercream and Soy Spa Candles. They will be coming soon in Old Fashioned Bar Soap (hopefully!).


If you need a product in these fragrances and its not on the store website yet, please just drop me an email (bodyluxe@gmail.com) or specify in the comments box of the order form what fragrance you desire. :)