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Tuesday 25th October 2016

25/10/2016

 
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Good Morning,
​Wow we are having some beautiful Spring weather at the moment although some rain wouldn't go astray as well.   Maybe Thursday as "experts" are saying there is storms a coming so we will wait and see.
We switched over to town water yesterday as the house tank is almost empty but my garden ones are still going so can't complain.
​Have decide to work on improving my garden beds this year and not plant anything more.  I have above ground beds and the do need to be topped up with decent dirt and fertilisers added.  I have bags of horse poo just waiting for me to find the time to spread it around.  Being a one man band for everything has its drawbacks.  Although since I get someone to do the lawns and trimmings it is so much better for me.

​Things are moving along nicely in the Soap Shed  I have several orders I am working on all at the same time and it feels good to be getting them done.  May need to make another trip to my supplier but that is a day out that I normally enjoy as we have a 3 hour drive to get there then we usually go on a scenic tour and have lunch before we get on the road to home.  Gives ma a break from pouring soap and then all the labelling and shrink wrapping.

​Well the question I asked last Ramble had no replies so I guess that means either no one reads my rambles or that they don't like baths anymore.  I will try making some of the things I mentioned and take them along to a couple of markets just to see if I get any interest there before I scrap the idea altogether.
If you read this ramble/blog could you give me a sign like a smiley face or whatever just so I can see that it is reaching some people on facebook. 

​Don't forget that I do make up Gift Baskets and Packs as well so if you want to give a gift even a small one for your child's teacher then look no further as I do make them up all shapes and sizes.  Take a look at the website or Facebook and see them.

​I have no Markets this weekend as it is the 5th one this month and no regular Markets are booked in.  I am hoping to have all the new prices updated over this weekend so if you want to order at the old prices then need to do it by Friday this week.

​Take Care, Be Happy

​Blessings



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Tuesday 18th October 2016

18/10/2016

 
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Good Morning,
​Well the fun is over for now so it is back to the soap room. As you all know we went to a Chilli Festival on Sunday and it was fun even though I didn't have any chilli there but the chilli effect is starting to grow on me and I am beginning to use a very small mild amount of it in some of my cooking.  Baby steps right as I don't want to be like those people that took part in the Chilli Choc Challenge not in a million years could I do that.

​Anyway it is now back to the Soap Room and it looks like I will be in there everyday for awhile as have a couple of large guest soap orders to get done.  Did you know that I do guest soaps.  I mainly wholesale them as not much demand from the markets or other customers but if you are interested in quirky Australian animals and lovely small hearts (these are a bit bigger) then let me know and I can give you the information.  I also have to make more bar soaps to restock the market boxes cannot believe how fast some of the bars go off the shelves as I thought I had plenty to do me until Christmas but alas I was wrong in assuming that so back to the soap pot I go.

​I have also been investigating some new bath products like bath truffles and solid bubble bath.  would you as a customer be interested in these type of products?  do people still take baths.   Probably the bubble bath would be good for children that still have a bath every night what do you think.   Just make a comment on this post and I will check it for the next few days to get an idea of what your reactions are.

​Well that is all for today I am off to the soap room to make butterflies today and in between making each batch I have to put the caravan back together as it has been sitting in front of the shed for weeks waiting for me to put everything back in it since stripping it all out to get the van repaired after our trip away.
Have a lovely week and be kind to each other.

​Blessings.


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Monday 10th October 2016

10/10/2016

 
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Good Morning,
What funny weather we are having  as it was so hot at the markets on Saturday then yesterday started out sunny and bright only to blow up cloudy in the afternoon and turn cold then today it is cloudy and so muggy but no rain in sight of course this could change as it is Spring the changeable weather time.

​The weather was no bother to me as I was able to get some weed spraying done and gardens watered yesterday morning even put the shade cloth back on the vegetable garden as want to start planting in the next few days so we have home grown for Christmas.  That was outside taken care of even planted a little bottlebrush into the ground so feel like My yard is once again under control as we have someone come in and do the bigger stuff like mowing and such.  Decided it was getting to much for me with my crook shoulder and back.

​Had a great time at the Toogoolawah Markets on Saturday even though it was hot my awnings work a treat and I always have shade cloth and sides I put up if it is too bad.  The new awning makes it easier for the customers as it blocks out the sun when you first walk in and try to look at the products so much better than having the sun shine straight into your face.  Thanks to all the lovely customers that came along and had a chat we love chatting to you.

​In the soap room I have been busy getting orders ready and all have been posted or delivered except for one special one I am delivering today.  Have almost finished reviewing all the product pricing just have to check that I have all the products up in my folder and on both Facebook and the website  so that all are in synch with each other.  I am planning on having everything done and updated by the end of the month.  Already have added the Sensitive Skin Range of products can't believe that I missed it actually but then cross checking everything really is a tiresome job. 

​Will be in the soap room making some of the soaps that I am getting low on so as to keep stock on the shelves.  Black Raspberry and Vanilla Luxury Soap is just so popular that I should start making bigger batches and my Skintastic Soap for troubled skin is another one that does not last long and the dog soap just disappears so quickly that I am looking at getting some more moulds to make it in bigger batches.   I already make 4 times the batch size but need more so I must get on with ordering more moulds.
​Is there any scents that you like and I don't have in my range if so just shoot me an email and I will try to get it for you.  This applies to the body lotions and potions as well as I only do Lavender and Vanilla the most popular ones in the cremes etc. but will do other scents if you ask and don't mind a few days wait.

​Well hope you all have a wonderful week Please be kind to each other and for those down South remember if it is Flooded forget it.

​Blessings.




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Monday 3rd October 2016

3/10/2016

 
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Good Morning,
​Wow it was so very windy at our Market on Saturday but still there were lots of lovely customers around to chat to.  All in all it was a good day although I did make sure we were anchored down and had to take all hanging things down as the wind was just to strong. Thank You to all that came and welcomed us back after not being around for 4 months due to our trip and the wet weather in September.  We will be there every month now until Christmas weather permitting of course.

We went out for breakfast yesterday as it was a milestone birthday for me.  Went over to Esk a small town about an hours drive north of where I live.  There a couple of beautiful yester year houses that are restaurants so I chose the Manse or Rectory can't remember but it used to be a church ministers house. 
You know the sort single walls and small little rooms here there and everywhere.  We sat out on the verandah under the huge old camphor laurel tree and had a very enjoyable meal. Had lots of lovely phone calls and Facebook messages from friends and family that really made me feel special so hugs to everyone for your good wishes.
Now that I am officially old I can get on with all sorts of things only I don't feel any older so shall just keep on doing what I have been.​

Having said that this week I plan on making more of my AWASSI Sheep Soap - have you seen the cute little sheep shapes yet?
Must be a milk week as I want to do Camel and Goats milk as well.
​Will have to check the lotions and potions as well to see if I have to do more.  I know quite a few went on Saturday and one lovely lady from England bought a years supply so that she won't run out until she comes again next year.  Isn't that a great compliment.

​I am gradually winning the war against the weeds in my garden now that it is getting lighter in the mornings I go out and get rid of some every day unless it is to wet but that doesn't happen much here at the moment so I am lucky there.  I try to do a section each day and have had to resort to the hoe to get some tough ones out but hey Rome wasn't built in a day and my garden certainly isn't get weeded out in a day either.  I will beat them pesky weeds though.

​Well that is enough ramble for now so have a great week until next time be kind to each other.

​Blessings

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    Hello my name is Robbi I have been soaping since 2005 and it has become an obsession with me.
    I have 3 children 18 grandchildren and 15 Great grandchildren 

      I am not doing regular Markets anymore but have opted for doing , Fairs and Shows and will list them when I know which ones.

    My products are available  at the Darling Downs Handmade Shop in Toowoomba in the Wilsonton Shopping Centre

    Marburg Pharmacy has a limited range of my Soaps

    Serenity Hill Massage at the Crossroads on the Warrego Highway has most products.

    ​ and also at The Old Church Gallery and Café in Moore.
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