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Little Bunny Fu Fu Soap Travel/Guest/Sample Soaps

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 23:49:39 -0500

$1.90
Named for my super cute and fuzzy bunny, Fu Fu, this pair of soaps is just plain adorable. The perfect size for a weekend getaway or to put in your guest bathroom!

This set contains one Fu Fu soap that is a blend of shea butter, cocoa butter, and oatmeal and is scented with bergamot and patchouli aromatherapy grade essential oils. I added some ground apricot seeds as well. The other little Fu Fu is warm vanilla sugar goat's milk.

goat's milk base ingredients: saponified vegetable oils mainly coconut oil, glycerine (kosher, of vegetable origin), goat's milk, purified water, sorbitol (from berries, moisturizer) , sorbitan oleate (natural emulsifier), soybean protein (conditioner), & titanium dioxide (natural mineral whitener)

cocoa butter soap base ingredients: coconut oil, cocoa butter, palm oil, castor oil, safflower oil, glycerin (kosher, of vegetable origin), purified water, sodium hydroxide (saponifying agent), sorbitol (moisturizer), sorbitan oleate (emulsifier), soy bean protein (conditioner), titanium dioxide (mineral whitener used in opaque soaps)

shea butter base ingredients: coconut oil, palm Oil, castor oil, safflower oil, glycerine (kosher, of vegetable origin), shea butter, purified water, sodium hydroxide (saponifying agent), sorbitol (from berries, moisturizer), sorbitan oleate (emulsifier), soybean protein (conditioner), titanium dioxide (mineral whitener used in opaque soaps)

oatmeal soap base ingredients: saponified vegetable oils mainly coconut oil, glycerine (kosher, of vegetable origin), oatmeal, purified water, sorbitol (from berries, moisturizer), sorbitan oleate (emulsifier), soybean protein (conditioner), titanium dioxide (mineral whitener used in opaque soaps)

Drakkar Noir Type Honey Glycerin Skull

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 22:37:30 -0500

$5.00
Perfect for that spooky guy in your life, and just in time for Halloween.

Made with hunky honey glycerin, this skull is colored with activated charcoal (thought to remove impurities of the skin, etc). This is a nice, masculine, spicy and slightly woodsy scent great for that guy in your life who loves nice bath products but doesn't want to lose man points. He can display this soap proudly in his bathroom and his friends will wish they had their own bar!

Vegans do not use honey, so if you'd like a vegan friendly version of this soap, let me know and I will be happy to do a custom order for you.

honey sweetened glycerin ingredients: saponified vegetable oils mainly coconut oil, glycerine (kosher, of vegetable origin), honey, purified water, sorbitol (from berries, moisturizer), sorbitan oleate (emulsifier), soybean protein (conditioner)

Vanilla Sandalwood Shea Butter Skull Soap

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 22:36:48 -0500

$5.00
Vanilla and sandalwood are two scents that almost seem made to go together. Both are warm and comforting, and the sandalwood adds a touch of the exotic. A fantastic scent for men as well as those ladies who prefer bath and body product that are not floral or fruity.

Made with the highest quality glycerin soap I can find, I then hand blended unrefined shea butter into it. Shea butter is a customer favorite because it is great for just about any skin type. I colored the skull a nice spooky green for that final touch.

Very vegan and vegetarian friendly. :)

glycerin soap base ingredients: coconut oil, palm oil, castor oil, safflower oil, glycerin (kosher, of vegetable origin), purified water, sodium hydroxide (saponifying agent), sorbitol (moisturizer), sorbitan oleate (emulsifier), soy bean protein (conditioner)

Vanilla Glycerin Skull and Crossbones Soap

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 23:25:43 -0500

$3.25
I think this is quickly becoming my signature shape. :)

This little set of soaps is great for the pirate lover in your life! Made from vegan glycerin and gently scented with vanilla fragrance oil, this transparent soap would make a cute gift for just about anyone. Tinged with just a hint of color to compliment the fragrance.

Vegan and vegetarian friendly!

Glycerin Soap Ingredients: Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Oil, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Glycerin (kosher, of vegetable origin), Purified Water, Sodium Hydroxide (saponifying agent), Sorbitol (moisturizer), Sorbitan oleate (emulsifier), Soy bean protein (conditioner)

Vanilla Sandalwood I Heart Skulls Shea Butter Soap

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 15:43:54 -0500

$5.75
Vanilla is one of those scents that blends well with pretty much anything!

I have been wanting to make more versions of my very popular I Heart Skulls Soap, and this is the first of (hopefully) many to come. Made with a glorious glycerin that I hand blended high quality unrefined shea butter into, this soap will rock your socks off!

The warm, comforting scent of vanilla pairs perfectly with the sultry, exotic, and woody scent of sandalwood. This is a fantastic soap for those who don't like their bath products fruity or floral. I decided to go with the Halloween-inspired color combo of purple and green, and the shea butter gives the soap a hint of shimmer. I have to admit that I'm in love with this bar.

Very vegan and vegetarian friendly!

Glycerin Soap Ingredients: Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Oil, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Glycerin (kosher, of vegetable origin), Purified Water, Sodium Hydroxide (saponifying agent), Sorbitol (moisturizer), Sorbitan oleate (emulsifier), Soy bean protein (conditioner)

Pink Grapefruit Glycerin Holiday Tree Soap

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 07:05:25 -0500

$5.00
I find the smell of pink grapefruit to be absolutely divine. Refreshing and stimulating, there are few who don't enjoy the scent of this citrus fruit.

This soap is made from pure vegan glycerin base with pink grapefruit essential oil. I didn't add any color because glycerin has it's own lovely glow.

Wonderful as a practical decoration on your bathroom counter during those holiday gatherings or as a gift. The "white" color will go with any decor.

Very vegan and vegetarian friendly!

Glycerin Soap Ingredients: Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Oil, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Glycerin (kosher, of vegetable origin), Purified Water, Sodium Hydroxide (saponifying agent), Sorbitol (moisturizer), Sorbitan oleate (emulsifier), Soy bean protein (conditioner)

Ocean Breeze Soy Candle

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 06:58:33 -0500

$7.00
This nice, simple little container candle is one of my first attempts at candle making. I've always liked candles...I find the light comforting and soft. I like to turn the lights off, light a bunch of candles, put on some music, and just relax.

This soy candle is scented with Ocean Breeze, a scent reminiscent of the sea and vacations. I left it color free so it will go with any decor in any room of your home.

Purple Rain Skull and Crossbones Soap

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 11:50:44 -0500

$3.25
For the eccentric in your life!

Love pirates? Or perhaps you're just fond of spooky things? Made with a nice glycerin, this soap is colored a pretty lght purple and the scent reminds me of what it's like to walk through flower garden in full bloom just after a rain storm. Heady, floral, slightly sweet and sensual, the rain fragrance oil is even a touch romantic. I used mica based powder for the color, which lends the soap a bit of shimmer.

This listing is for one set which includes the skull and crossbones and is between 2 and 3 oz combined.

glycerin soap base ingredients: Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Oil, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Glycerin (kosher, of vegetable origin), Purified Water, Sodium Hydroxide (saponifying agent), Sorbitol (moisturizer), Sorbitan oleate (emulsifier), Soy bean protein (conditioner)

I Heart Skulls Soap - Nag Champa Cocoa Butter and Glycerin

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 01:22:11 -0500

$5.50
I made one of these soaps as a custom order and I liked how it turned out so much I decided to list another one!

I embedded a cocoa butter skull into a glycerin heart and scented it all with real nag champa oil. Nag champa is an exotic smelling oil that brings to mind Indian temples and incense. I've noticed a fragrance that people either love or hate, just like patchouli. It's warm, sensual, and somewhat earthy, and great for those who like something a little different or aren't fond of fruity/flowery bath products.

This soap is very vegan friendly! :D The finished bars weigh in around 4 ounces, give or take.

If you would like different color combinations or scents, please don't hesitate to place a custom order!

cocoa butter soap base ingredients: coconut oil, cocoa butter, palm oil, castor oil, safflower oil, glycerin (kosher, of vegetable origin), purified water, sodium hydroxide (saponifying agent), sorbitol (moisturizer), sorbitan oleate (emulsifier), soy bean protein (conditioner), titanium dioxide (mineral whitener used in opaque soaps)

glycerin soap base ingredients: coconut oil, palm oil, safflower oil, glycerine (kosher, of vegetable origin), purified water, sodium hydroxide (saponifying agent), sorbitol (moisturizer), sorbitan oleate (emulsifier), soy bean protein (conditioner)

Tropical Pineapple Bath Ba-Bomb

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 05:00:31 -0500

$3.25
Bomb your tub, in a good way!

This round bath bomb/fizzy will add a bit of sass to your tub time. Scented with a scrumptious tropical pineapple fragrance oil and lightly colored yellow, this basic fizzy will keep your bath from being anything but boring. The scent reminds me of pineapple hard candy. :)

This ba-bomb is at least 4 ounces, so it's a good size. A basic blend of baking soda, corn starch and citric acid, it will do the job. If you'd like a ba-bomb sans corn starch I will be happy to make one just for you!

Vegan.

Blinky the European Tawny Owl 5 by 7 Inch Color Print

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 19:56:25 -0500

$11.00
I have a definite soft spot for owls.

This little guy is only a few months old and is quite the character. He is also full of the cute! It's so funny to watch a crowd's reaction when my husband brings him out...there is a huge collective "Awwwwwwwwwww!".

I am offering this in a 5x7" print. If you are interested in another size, please convo me and we can make arrangements. :)
The print will be signed as well (I only watermark for web use). It would be lovely on your desk at work or at home and would make a very nice little gift.

Pink Sugar I Heart Kawaii Aloe Vera, Oatmeal, and Glycerin Soap

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 05:07:35 -0500

$5.50
Who doesn't love kawaii stuff? It's too cute! This heart-shaped bar will make anyone who likes kawaii things happy indeed.

This adorable soap is gently scented with pink sugar fragrance oil, which puts me in mind of fresh cotton candy, and is a blend of glycerin, oatmeal, and aloe vera glycerin soaps and colored a nice soft pink. It's a treat for your nose as well as your skin. I embedded an adorable little oatmeal elephant in the heart for the final touch of cute!

Vegan and vegetarian friendly! :)

Please note that the pink sugar fragrance does cause slight discoloration over time.

oatmeal soap base ingredients: saponified vegetable oils mainly coconut oil, glycerine (kosher, of vegetable origin), oatmeal, purified water, sorbitol (from berries, moisturizer), sorbitan oleate (emulsifier), soybean protein (conditioner), titanium dioxide (mineral whitener used in opaque soaps)

glycerin soap base ingredients: coconut oil, palm oil, castor oil, safflower oil, glycerin (kosher, of vegetable origin), purified water, sodium hydroxide (saponifying agent), sorbitol (moisturizer), sorbitan oleate (emulsifier), soy bean protein (conditioner)

aloe glycerin base ingredients: coconut oil, aloe vera,palm oil, castor oil, safflower oil, glycerin (kosher, of vegetable origin), purified water, sodium hydroxide (saponifying agent), sorbitol (moisturizer), sorbitan oleate (emulsifier), soy bean protein (conditioner)

Fuzzy Peach Goats Milk Loofah My Hiney Soap

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 01:25:30 -0500

$5.00
Need something to really scrub that hiney? I've got just the thing!

Molded into a hunk of loofah goodness, this yummy goat's milk soap is scented with the fun and fruity scent of delicious fuzzy peach. It smells so good you'll want to eat it! (I'd advise against that however. I cannot be held responsible for how my soaps taste.) Absolutely perfect for those who love fruit or candy scents, this fabulous soap is colored a lovely peach hue. When the soap is gone you can still use the loofah, or toss it on the compost heap.

So grab your soap, jump in the shower, and loofah that hiney! Just be sure to avoid your super sensitive bits.

goat's milk base ingredients: saponified vegetable oils mainly coconut oil, glycerine (kosher, of vegetable origin), goat's milk, purified water, sorbitol (from berries, moisturizer) , sorbitan oleate (natural emulsifier), soybean protein (conditioner), & titanium dioxide (natural mineral whitener)

Sunset Over Bogue Sound Color 8 by 10 Inch Photo Print

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 07:25:11 -0500

$26.00
The Crystal Coast in North Carolina is absolutely gorgeous. This little line of land is situated between Bogue Sound and the Atlantic Ocean. I was lucky enough to spend two months there, one month in spring and one in late summer, and I would love nothing more then to go back again sometime very soon.

I love sunsets, and some of the most spectacular I've ever seen were in NC over the Sound and the ocean. This print is an image I took from one of the bridges crossing from the Crystal Coast to the mainland.

This is a professional quality print. I am willing to make other sizes, so please convo me if you'd like something other then an 8x10. :)

The photo will be signed by me and shipped via USPS Priority Mail with Delivery Confirmation and insurance.

Circles and Sand - 8 by 10 Inch Color Print

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 07:25:11 -0500

$26.00
I love wandering along the beach and finding interesting objects.

My husband and I came across this while on our one year anniversary trip to Wildwood, NJ in October. I have no idea what it is, but I found the shape and coloring fascinating. Mother Nature is an amazing artist!

I am offering this in an 8x10 inch professional quality print which will be signed. It would look wonderful in your home or office, or make a beautiful gift for anyone who likes fine art photography or nature. It would pair well with my other beach photo for a lovely set!

I Heart You-Know-Who Kitty Goats Milk and Glycerin Set - Warm Vanilla Sugar

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 20:29:01 -0500

$6.50
Yes, it's THAT kitty. ;)

I had a friend custom order a set of four kitty soaps for a friend's birthday and they turned out so cute that I made some extras to list here.

Made with yummy goat's milk and glycerin soap, this pretty, glittery, super grrrl-ey soap will make the ladies squeal with delight. Scented with the warm, comfort food inspired scent of warm vanilla sugar, this will please the nose as well as the skin.

It smells so good you'll want to eat it. (If you do decide to shove a bar in your mouth, I can't be held responsible ;p) As a friendly caution, you may wish to avoid using this on your face because glitter in the eye is no fun. I make this soap to order because the fragrance causes discoloration, but that also means that each set is truly unique because it never turns out the same way twice!

goat's milk base ingredients: saponified vegetable oils mainly coconut oil, glycerine (kosher, of vegetable origin), goat's milk, purified water, sorbitol (from berries, moisturizer) , sorbitan oleate (natural emulsifier), soybean protein (conditioner), & titanium dioxide (natural mineral whitener)

glycerin soap base ingredients: coconut oil, palm oil, castor oil, safflower oil, glycerin (kosher, of vegetable origin), purified water, sodium hydroxide (saponifying agent), sorbitol (moisturizer), sorbitan oleate (emulsifier), soy bean protein (conditioner)

Strawberry and Lemon Cocoa Butter Bird Soaps

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 02:19:36 -0500

$3.00
This set of pretty bird shaped soaps is perfect for travel, guests, or a nice small gift. It's also a great way to try some of my soap without making a big purchase. :)

Made with rich cocoa butter soap, this set contains one strawberry smooched by a lemon bird and one lemon bird. Sweet and fruity and colored cute pastel colors, they bring to mind spring flowers, ripe strawberries and cool lemonade.

I used a yummy strawberry fragrance oil, lemon essential oil, and calendula petals in both soaps. The strawberry is colored with ultramarine pink, and the lemon is colored with liquid soap colorant.

Vegetarian and vegan friendly!

cocoa butter soap base ingredients: coconut oil, cocoa butter, palm oil, castor oil, safflower oil, glycerin (kosher, of vegetable origin), purified water, sodium hydroxide (saponifying agent), sorbitol (moisturizer), sorbitan oleate (emulsifier), soy bean protein (conditioner), titanium dioxide (mineral whitener used in opaque soaps)

Pink Sugar I Heart You-Know-Who Kitty Soap

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 19:27:38 -0500

$5.50
Who doesn't love kawaii stuff? It's too cute! This heart-shaped bar will make anyone who likes kawaii things happy indeed. I made these as a custom order for someone, and I liked the result so much that I decided to offer a few in my shop.

This adorable soap is gently scented with pink sugar fragrance oil, which puts me in mind of fresh cotton candy, and is a blend of glycerin, oatmeal, and aloe vera glycerin soaps and colored a nice soft pink. It's a treat for your nose as well as your skin.

Vegan and vegetarian friendly! :)

The lovely wooden soap dish was made by LepelstatCrafts! You can get one for yourself in his shop: http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=6842116

oatmeal soap base ingredients: saponified vegetable oils mainly coconut oil, glycerine (kosher, of vegetable origin), oatmeal, purified water, sorbitol (from berries, moisturizer), sorbitan oleate (emulsifier), soybean protein (conditioner), titanium dioxide (mineral whitener used in opaque soaps)

glycerin soap base ingredients: coconut oil, palm oil, castor oil, safflower oil, glycerin (kosher, of vegetable origin), purified water, sodium hydroxide (saponifying agent), sorbitol (moisturizer), sorbitan oleate (emulsifier), soy bean protein (conditioner)

aloe glycerin base ingredients: coconut oil, aloe vera,palm oil, castor oil, safflower oil, glycerin (kosher, of vegetable origin), purified water, sodium hydroxide (saponifying agent), sorbitol (moisturizer), sorbitan oleate (emulsifier), soy bean protein (conditioner)

Golden Glycerin Celtic Knotwork Frankincense Soap - VEGAN

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 17:28:00 -0500

$4.25
If you like incense, you'll love this soap, because that's exactly what it smells like.

I used frankincense fragrance oil, which is milder and less pungent then the essential oil or resin, for those who like a less heavy scent. I added gold mica powder for the color, which gives it a slight shimmer and is very pretty. The knotwork design is the one my regular customers seem to like best.

This soap is vegan and vegetarian friendly veggie glycerin. :) It also contains no sodium lauryl sulfate or parabens.

glycerin soap base ingredients: coconut oil, palm oil, castor oil, safflower oil, glycerin (kosher, of vegetable origin), purified water, sodium hydroxide (saponifying agent), sorbitol (moisturizer), sorbitan oleate (emulsifier), soy bean protein (conditioner)

Patchouli Cocoa Butter Soap with Calendula and Hibiscus Petals

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 17:28:00 -0500

$5.00
There's nothing quite like cocoa butter if you feel like pampering yourself.

I took cocoa butter soap and added hibiscus and calendula petals for some pretty, natural color. The soap in this listing is gently scented with patchouli essential oil, which has a slightly warm and earthy scent and is great for girls or guys. Aromatherapists also consider patchouli gentle enough for children. I like to use this oil when I need to feel more "grounded". If you would like another scent, or even unscented, feel free to convo me. I would be happy to put up a custom listing for you!

cocoa butter soap base ingredients: coconut oil, cocoa butter, palm oil, castor oil, safflower oil, glycerin (kosher, of vegetable origin), purified water, sodium hydroxide (saponifying agent), sorbitol (moisturizer), sorbitan oleate (emulsifier), soy bean protein (conditioner), titanium dioxide (mineral whitener used in opaque soaps)

Oatmeal Heart Soap

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 17:27:35 -0500

$5.65
Oatmeal...it brings to mind steaming bowls of warm goodness on cold winter mornings.

Oatmeal is a treat to the skin. Nice and gentle, it can be very soothing, just like that warm breakfast.

This heart shaped soap contains cinnamon, nutmeg and turmeric powders for a touch of natural color. The herbs lend the slightest hint of spicy fragrance along with the natural soft scent of the oatmeal.

Good for those with troubled skin, or perhaps the special man in your life, this bar is sure to please!

oatmeal base ingredients: coconut oil, palm oil, castor oil, safflower oil, oatmeal, glycerin (kosher, of vegetable origin), purified water, sodium hydroxide, sorbital, sorbitan oleate, soy bean protein, and titanium dioxide.

Grapefruit Glycerin and Lemon Oatmeal Octopus Soap

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 05:39:47 -0400

$4.00
I love cephalopods, so when I saw this mold I couldn't resist! They are such amazing creatures.

This cute little vegan soap is made with a high quality glycerin soap layered on top of gentle oatmeal soap. I used aromatherapy grade essential oils to scent it too! I decided to leave it free of dyes (other then the mineral-based whitener used in the oatmeal soap). A great guest/travel soap or fun little gift for that special someone, including yourself.

Please be aware that citrus oils can cause you to sunburn faster, so if you're planning a day at the beach or on the ski slopes you may want to wait to use this soap until the end of the day.

glycerin soap base ingredients: coconut oil, palm oil, castor oil, safflower oil, glycerin (kosher, of vegetable origin), purified water, sodium hydroxide (saponifying agent), sorbitol (moisturizer), sorbitan oleate (emulsifier), soy bean protein (conditioner)

oatmeal soap ingredients: coconut oil, palm oil, castor oil, safflower oil, oatmeal, glycerin (kosher, of vegetable origin), purified water, sodium hydroxide, sorbital, sorbitan oleate, soy bean protein, and titanium dioxide.

Archangel Michael Headstone From Lakeview Cemetery 8 x 10 Inch Print

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 06:02:45 -0400

$26.00
This is one of a series of images I took recently on a tour of historic Lakeview Cemetery in Cleveland, Ohio. The place is absolutely amazing, with gorgeous headstones and monuments, including this one. I have a few images of this headstone that I will be listing; this is the first of the set.

If you would like this in black and white, or perhaps a different print size, feel free to contact me and I will do my best to get what you want. This is a professionally printed image on quality paper, ready to be matted and framed. I ship all of my 8x10 photos via Priority Mail with Insurance and Delivery Confirmation in a photo mailer.

copyright 2009

Not to be used without my express written permission.

Little Bunny Fu Fu Guest/Travel/Sample Soaps

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 01:34:37 -0400

$2.50
I named these cute little soaps after my bunny, Fu Fu. These little soaps are a great way to try out some of my product without making a big purchase. They are also a good size for weekend getaways or your guest bathroom.

This listing is for one set of 3 soaps in grapefruit glycerin, lemon cocoa butter with calendula petals, and lemon oatmeal. Citrus scents are light and refreshing and fit right in with the spirit of spring cleaning and blooming flowers.

If you'd like different scents/bases, please feel free to convo me and I will happily make a custom listing for you.

cocoa butter soap base ingredients: coconut oil, cocoa butter, palm oil, castor oil, safflower oil, glycerin (kosher, of vegetable origin), purified water, sodium hydroxide (saponifying agent), sorbitol (moisturizer), sorbitan oleate (emulsifier), soy bean protein (conditioner), titanium dioxide (mineral whitener used in opaque soaps)

glycerin soap base ingredients: coconut oil, palm oil, castor oil, safflower oil, glycerin (kosher, of vegetable origin), purified water, sodium hydroxide (saponifying agent), sorbitol (moisturizer), sorbitan oleate (emulsifier), soy bean protein (conditioner)

oatmeal soap base ingredients: saponified vegetable oils mainly coconut oil, glycerine (kosher, of vegetable origin), oatmeal, purified water, sorbitol (from berries, moisturizer), sorbitan oleate (emulsifier), soybean protein (conditioner), titanium dioxide (mineral whitener used in opaque soaps)

Abandoned Teddy Bear Black and White 8x10 inch Print

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 01:33:14 -0400

$22.00
I feel abandoned toys are some of the saddest discoveries you can make. I found this Valentine's Day teddy bear sitting by some garbage cans, covered in a light dusting of snow. I thought I would immortalize him so he could be cherished forever. It is a 8 x 10" semi-glossy, professionally printed photo ready to be matted and framed for display in your home or office. It would also make a lovely gift!

If you are interested in another size print, please do not hesitate to convo me.

The print will be shipped via priority mail with insurance and delivery confirmation for your protection.

(This photo is protected by copyright law and may not be used with my express written permission.)

copyright 2006

Pink Grapefruit Crystal Clear Skull and Crossbones Soap

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 03:22:30 -0400

$3.25
I think this is quickly becoming my signature shape. :)

This little set of soaps is great for the pirate lover in your life! Made from vegan glycerin and gently scented with pink grapefruit fragrance oil, this clear soap would make a cute gift for just about anyone.

glycerin soap base ingredients: coconut oil, palm oil, castor oil, safflower oil, glycerin (kosher, of vegetable origin), purified water, sodium hydroxide (saponifying agent), sorbitol (moisturizer), sorbitan oleate (emulsifier), soy bean protein (conditioner)

Loofah My Hiney Goats Milk Soap - Warm Vanilla Sugar

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 22:39:19 -0400

$6.00
Need something to really scrub that hiney? I've got just the thing!

Molded into a hunk of loofah goodness, this yummy goat's milk soap is scented with the light and comforting smell of warm vanilla sugar. I added natural turbinado sugar for some extra oomph and a bit of sparkle. There is just the slightest blue tint to the soap as well. The scent is light enough that its just fine for the guys too. ;)

So grab your soap, jump in the shower, and loofah that hiney! Just be sure to avoid your super sensitive bits.

goat's milk base ingredients: saponified vegetable oils mainly coconut oil, glycerine (kosher, of vegetable origin), goat's milk, purified water, sorbitol (from berries, moisturizer) , sorbitan oleate (natural emulsifier), soybean protein (conditioner), & titanium dioxide (natural mineral whitener)

Ginger Pear Oatmeal Soap with Slice of Loofah

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:24:40 -0400

$5.75
Oatmeal...it brings to mind steaming bowls of warm goodness on cold winter mornings.

Oatmeal is a treat to the skin. Nice and gentle, it can be very soothing, just like that warm breakfast.

Molded with a pretty and graceful rounded shape, this oatmeal soap is scented with the sweet and spicy scent of ginger pear and has a slice of loofah for a touch of visual interest. Ginger is a warming scent and is balanced nicely by the cool of pear. It reminds me of baked pear desserts. I used nutmeg, cinnamon and turmeric for some natural color. This bar is approximately 4.5 ounces and very vegan and vegetarian friendly.

OATMEAL BASE INGREDIENTS: Coconut Oil, Palm Oil, Castor Oil, Safflower Oil, Oatmeal, Glycerin (kosher, of vegetable origin), purified water, sodium hydroxide, sorbital, sorbitan oleate, soy bean protein, and titanium dioxide.

White Tea and Ginger Body Wash

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 04:15:48 -0400

$8.00
For those who prefer a liquid to a bar, I give you a body wash!

This mild wash is in a nice white and copper colored foaming bottle to give you lots of bubbles and lather. Scented with the light, fresh, clean and slightly spicy scent of white tea and ginger, this wash will get all your bits clean and leave your skin happy.

The bottle was listed as 4 ounces, but I think it's more like 5 or 6 ounces, and coupled with the foaming top it should last you. Vegan and vegetarian friendly, good for guys and gals alike! This item will ship in a box to keep it from getting smooshed.

This listing is for one bottle of body wash. If you'd like a different scent, or fragrance free, just ask! I will happily mix some up especially for you. :)

Irish Cream Soy Milk Soap - VEGAN

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 04:23:48 -0400

$4.85
I love Irish cream liquor. It's just plain delicious, especially in hot chocolate or a nice latte. ;)

This soy milk soap is great for vegans who might miss the creaminess of milk based soaps. Coupled with the warm scent of Irish cream (which has a hint of coffee as well), this soap would be a great choice for that special guy in your life. It's also a wonderful scent for those who don't really care for fruity or floral scents in their bath and body products. It is one that guys just love, but it's good for the ladies too. I added a tiny bit of ground coffee to give the bar a touch of color.

This 4 oz. bar is very vegan and vegetarian friendly!

soy milk base ingredients: saponified vegetable oil (mainly coconut), glycerine (kosher of vegetable origin) organic soy milk, purified water, sorbitol (from berries as a moisturizer), sorbitan oleate (natural emulsifier), soybean protein (conditioner), titanium dioxide (a natural mineral used in opaque soaps)

Jasmine Shea Butter Loofah My Hiney Soap

Sun, 04 Oct 2009 15:17:44 -0400

$6.00
Jasmine...it brings to mind visions of southern gardens in bloom, sensual pleasures, and romance.

I have customers who order nothing but shea butter soap. Shea butter is soothing to dry, winter-chapped skin, and is considered good for sensitive complexions as well as being good for any skin type.

This lovely soap is molded into a loofah, great for smoothing all your rough bits. I added pretty jasmine buds for a touch of natural color.

Jasmine has been used in aromatherapy for a long time. It is considered uplifting, exotic and even used in some cultures as an aphrodisiac. Aromatherapists use jasmine to treat depression and skin problems as well. One of the most expensive essential oils (along with rose and sandalwood), the oil used in this soap is a reproduction to help keep the cost within reason. Therefore it is technically not aromatherapy-grade, but it still smells absolutely divine and very much like the flower. Jasmine is one of my favorite scents, and I especially like it in the winter when I can't be near flowers in bloom.

The soap in this loofah is easily 4-5 ounces, and is very vegan and vegetarian friendly. I can easily put a small loop of cord on this if you'd like to be able to hang it in your shower. Just let me know in the buyer notes if you want me to do that.

shea butter base ingredients: vegetable oils consisting mainly of coconut oil, glycerine (kosher, of vegetable origin), shea butter, purified water, sodium hydroxide (saponifying agent), sorbitol (from berries, moisturizer), sorbitan oleate (emulsifier), soybean protein (conditioner), titanium dioxide (mineral whitener used in opaque soaps)

Oatmeal Mini Bars - Lavender and Tea Tree

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 18:38:26 -0400

$6.75
These nice little 2 ounce soaps are great for troubled skin. Use them as travel soaps, or as a nice way for you to try some of my soap and maybe share with a friend. :)

Made with soothing oatmeal that I added lavender and tea tree essential oils to, this soap should give you relief if your skin is as fussy as mine. Both essential oils are used in aromatherapy for skin problems such as acne, and tea tree is considered a mild antiseptic. Lavender is great for headaches, depression, and sleeplessness. One soap is molded with a pretty knotwork design and the other is a massage bar. This listing is for a set of two soaps, one in each shape.

Please note that I am not a licensed aromatherapist or doctor, so the information on any essential oils or botanicals in my listings is purely for reference and is not intended to treat or cure any ailment. If you suffer from any serious medical condition, such as depression, please always seek the advice of a qualified health care professional. Also, essential oils have been shown to reduce the effectiveness of some homeopathic remedies, so if you take such medications bear this in mind.

Vegan! :D

oatmeal soap base ingredients: saponified vegetable oils mainly coconut oil, glycerine (kosher, of vegetable origin), oatmeal, purified water, sorbitol (from berries, moisturizer), sorbitan oleate (emulsifier), soybean protein (conditioner), titanium dioxide (mineral whitener used in opaque soaps)

Birds of Prey - Up Close and Personal 8x10 Inch Color Print

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 14:30:51 -0400

$26.00
I love doing closeups of interesting objects, no matter where I find them.

My husband is a falconer, and I really enjoy taking pictures of his birds. He has a respectable collection which includes owls and hawks as well as falcons. Watching these beautiful creatures do what comes naturally to them is amazing...Mother Nature is an incredible engineer.

This print is of a female European Barn Owl named Xena. She is less then a year old but is performing admirably in his educational shows. She is very easy to photograph, and has an incredible range of postures as well as being so stunning. I have a large number of images of her for these very reasons.

I'm offering this image in a 8 x 10" print that is ready to be made into a gift or hung in your home or office. (I may also be able to do other sizes (i.e. 5x7, 10x12 etc). Contact me for information or to make an offer/request.) I ship all of my 8x10 prints USPS Priority Mail with Delivery Confirmation and Insurance.

(All images are copyrighted and may not be used without my express permission)

Color Closeup of Angel Headstone 8x10 inch Print

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 14:30:51 -0400

$26.00
I find old graveyards to be peaceful and beautiful places, and I enjoy photographing them a great deal.

This amazing headstone caught my eye immediately. One of the nice things about the area of Pennsylvania that I live in is the number of older graveyards...some date back into the 1700's.

I'm offering this image in an 8x10" print that is ready to be matted and framed for display. If you would prefer black and white or a different print size just contact me and I will see what I can do for you. :)

Abandoned House Detail 8x10 inch Print

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 14:30:50 -0400

$26.00
I love exploring abandoned buildings no matter where they may be. I think there is beauty in the natural entropy of things, especially the reclamation of a space by nature. I'm especially fond of capturing the small details of a place, such as the subject of this photo. I found this on the porch of an abandoned house in North Carolina. I'm offering this in an 8x10 inch color print (please contact me if you are interested in another size).

(All photos are shipped via USPS Priority Mail with Delivery Confirmation and Insurance in the United States. I also sign all of my work. I watermark them for web use.

Cider Snap Glycerin with Cocoa Butter Jack o Lantern Soap

Sun, 27 Sep 2009 16:28:43 -0400

$5.50
Nothing says Fall quite like a warm cup of spiced apple cider. It's one of my favorite things on a cool, crisp Autumn day. I adore Halloween! Even though it's technically one day out of the year, I celebrate it all the time. And what Halloween would be complete with jack o' lanterns?

I blended luxurious cocoa butter into a nice glycerin base, then scented it with Cider Snap fragrance oil, which smells like cider spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg. I used black oxide powder blended with soap to paint the face, and FDA approved liquid soap colorant to give the pumpkin it's orange color. The cocoa butter also lends just the slightest hint of chocolate scent. This lovely bar will help you celebrate All Hallows Eve any time of year in style and it would make a great gift for anyone, including yourself. ;)

Very vegan and vegetarian friendly!

This listing is for one bar.

glycerin soap base ingredients: coconut oil, palm oil, castor oil, safflower oil, glycerin (kosher, of vegetable origin), purified water, sodium hydroxide (saponifying agent), sorbitol (moisturizer), sorbitan oleate (emulsifier), soy bean protein (conditioner)

Tea Tree Soy Milk Tart Soap

Sat, 26 Sep 2009 20:38:06 -0400

$4.75
Tea Tree is one of my favorite essential oils. I have problem skin and I find it to be perfect for it.

A great substitute for vegans (who do not use things like goat's milk), this lovely soap will get you gently clean and feeling fresh. I especially like to use tea tree oil when I've been sick, or when I've been around people who have been sick, as it seems to fight off ick. (Aromatherapists consider it antiseptic.)

This soap is very vegan and vegetarian friendly. It has a hint of soft green color on the bottom, which I used a mica based powder to obtain.

Great for guys or girls!

soy milk base ingredients: saponified vegetable oil (mainly coconut), glycerine (kosher of vegetable origin) organic soy milk, purified water, sorbitol (from berries as a moisturizer), sorbitan oleate (natural emulsifier), soybean protein (conditioner), titanium dioxide (a natural mineral used in opaque soaps)

Strawberry Shea and Melon Glycerin I Heart You-Know-Who Kitty Soap

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 18:19:13 -0400

$5.50
I prefer spooky to girlie, but this soap is just too cute to resist.

Colored in shades of pink, this soap is sure to please any lover of kawaii. Her little face is made with shea butter soap scented with a strawberry fragrance and the heart is melon scented glycerin. Fun and fruity, this soap will make your bath or shower special!

Vegan and vegetarian friendly!

glycerin soap base ingredients: coconut oil, palm oil, castor oil, safflower oil, glycerin (kosher, of vegetable origin), purified water, sodium hydroxide (saponifying agent), sorbitol (moisturizer), sorbitan oleate (emulsifier), soy bean protein (conditioner)

shea butter base ingredients: coconut oil, palm Oil, castor oil, safflower oil, glycerine (kosher, of vegetable origin), shea butter, purified water, sodium hydroxide (saponifying agent), sorbitol (from berries, moisturizer), sorbitan oleate (emulsifier), soybean protein (conditioner), titanium dioxide (mineral whitener used in opaque soaps)

Bergamot and Patchouli Cocoa Butter, Oatmeal and Shea Butter Batty For You Soap

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 06:37:25 -0400

$5.00
Who says bats are only good around Halloween?! Bats are some of my favorite critters. In honor of these amazing little creatures, I give you this soap.

An almost decadent blend of cocoa butter, shea butter and oatmeal soaps scented with aromatherapy grade bergamot and patchouli essential oils with ground apricot seeds, this pretty soap will grace your sink or shower with a touch of beauty.

Patchouli is a warm and earthy scent used in aromatherapy for some skin conditions and is considered suitable for skin allergies. It is thought to have a sedative effect (I use it when I want to feel more "grounded"). Some even find the scent very sensual. Bergamot, derived from a fruit, has a citrusy and slightly sweet and floral scent which balances the earthiness of the patchouli very nicely. Among it's many uses, bergamot is thought to be good for oily skin and acne. It is also used to relieve anxiety and depression.

A treat for the senses as well as the skin, this vegan bar is about 5 ounces and has no added color aside from the whitener used in the soaps.

Please note that I am not a licensed aromatherapist nor do I make any health claims about any of my products. I provide the information purely for reference. These statements have not been approved by the FDA, so please, if you suffer from any ailments be sure to seek the advice and care of a qualified health care professional.

cocoa butter soap base ingredients: coconut oil, cocoa butter, palm oil, castor oil, safflower oil, glycerin (kosher, of vegetable origin), purified water, sodium hydroxide (saponifying agent), sorbitol (moisturizer), sorbitan oleate (emulsifier), soy bean protein (conditioner), titanium dioxide (mineral whitener used in opaque soaps)

shea butter base ingredients: coconut oil, palm Oil, castor oil, safflower oil, glycerine (kosher, of vegetable origin), shea butter, purified water, sodium hydroxide (saponifying agent), sorbitol (from berries, moisturizer), sorbitan oleate (emulsifier), soybean protein (conditioner), titanium dioxide (mineral whitener used in opaque soaps)

oatmeal soap base ingredients: saponified vegetable oils mainly coconut oil, glycerine (kosher, of vegetable origin), oatmeal, purified water, sorbitol (from berries, moisturizer), sorbitan oleate (emulsifier), soybean protein (conditioner), titanium dioxide (mineral whitener used in opaque soaps)

Oatmeal, Milk and Honey Scented Glycerin With Unrefined Shea Butter Soap and Bath Pouf Set

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 04:50:13 -0400

$15.00
Treat yourself, and your skin, to some pampering!

Scented with the light yet delicious scent of oatmeal, milk and honey I took unrefined shea butter and blended it with high quality glycerin soap and colored it a nice yellow. The fragrance is very gentle...simple, fresh, and clean smelling with a hint of warmth. Comforting...just like a steaming bowl of oatmeal!

This set of two cute Autumn-inspired soaps (one pumpkin, one oak leaf) will not only get your bits and pieces clean, but you'll feel like you're spoiling yourself every time you bathe. :) Shea butter is considered good for just about any skin type, and is wonderful for winter chapped or dry skin. Perfect for fall, when the air turns cool and dry. Also included is a pretty yellow hand-knit cotton bath/shower pouf. Gentle, and washable, it will help you lather up in style.

I cannot be sure that the fragrance is vegan, but these bars are vegetarian friendly. Please note that if you (or the person you are buying this for) is allergic to tree nuts you may wish to avoid shea butter. Some people with such an allergy can have a reaction to it.

glycerin soap base ingredients: coconut oil, palm oil, castor oil, safflower oil, glycerin (kosher, of vegetable origin), purified water, sodium hydroxide (saponifying agent), sorbitol (moisturizer), sorbitan oleate (emulsifier), soy bean protein (conditioner)

Abandoned Mini Golf Course 8x10 Inch Color Print

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 22:16:43 -0400

$26.00
I just love abandoned places.

While on our belated honeymoon/vacation to Wildwood, New Jersey my husband took me to an abandoned mini golf course that had been vacant for a few years in a nearby town. I spent hours going through the place and took bunches of pictures. This is one of the day's finds.

Not only was it a mini golf course but it had a go-cart track and a bumper boat pool. This is a picture of the old bumper boat pool. I was making my way along the old course through the tall grasses and stumbled upon this. I scared a large group of ducks right out of the water, which in turn scared me a little since I wasn't expecting it.

I find there is a certain beauty in entropy, and a grace in which the earth reclaims places.

This listing is for an 8x10 inch professionally printed matte photo, but I am willing to do other sizes as well. Please convo me or place a custom order. I watermark all of my photos for web use, but I sign and date the physical copies.

This photo is protected by copyright law. Do not use without my written permission. Thank you!

Sweet Orange and Patchouli Oatmeal Heart Soap

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 22:16:43 -0400

$5.75
A friend of mine requested this fragrance in a custom order. I liked it so much I decided to offer it here. :)

Patchouli oil is very warm and earthy smelling, and the sweet orange oil balances it out very nicely. I was not heavy handed with the essential oils, so the scent is not overwhelming at all. If you like a more strongly scented bar, I'd be happy to do a custom order for you!

This hand poured, layered soap is made with a luxurious oatmeal base with a hint of color added. The heart shape fits nicely in the palm of your hand. I used pure, aromatherapy-grade essential oils in the soap and absolutely no animal products. This bar is about 4.5 oz.

The lovely wooden soap dish was made by LepelstatCrafts! You can get one for yourself in his shop: http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=6842116

Just to be safe, I would not recommend this soap for children under 10. Sweet orange essential oil can be irritating to those with excessively sensitive skin, but I've used this soap on my face with no adverse reaction (I have incredibly sensitive and fickle skin). If you are not going to use this soap right away, it's best to leave it in the plastic and keep it away from heat.

oatmeal soap base ingredients: saponified vegetable oils mainly coconut oil, glycerine (kosher, of vegetable origin), oatmeal, purified water, sorbitol (from berries, moisturizer), sorbitan oleate (emulsifier), soybean protein (conditioner), titanium dioxide (mineral whitener used in opaque soaps)

Drakkar Noir Type Honey Glycerin Fleur de Lis Soap

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 04:56:38 -0400

$5.25
I've had a bunch of requests for more "manly" scents, so here's one for you guys!

Made with hunky honey glycerin, the design is colored with activated charcoal (thought to remove impurities of the skin, etc), and the rest is a blend of the charcoal with the naturally golden shade of the honey. This is a nice, masculine, spicy and slightly woodsy scent that is perfect for that guy in your life who loves nice bath products but doesn't want to lose man points. He can display this soap proudly in his bathroom and his friends will wish they had their own bar!

Vegans do not use honey, so if you'd like a vegan friendly version of this soap, let me know and I will be happy to do a custom order for you.

honey sweetened glycerin ingredients: saponified vegetable oils mainly coconut oil, glycerine (kosher, of vegetable origin), honey, purified water, sorbitol (from berries, moisturizer), sorbitan oleate (emulsifier), soybean protein (conditioner)

Oatmeal, Milk and Honey Scented Glycerin With Unrefined Shea Butter Massage Bar

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 02:25:11 -0400

$5.00
Treat yourself, and your skin, to some pampering!

Scented with the light yet delicious scent of oatmeal, milk and honey I took unrefined shea butter and blended it with high quality glycerin soap, colored it a nice yellow, and added a few organic rolled oats for some added visual appeal. The fragrance is very gentle...simple, fresh, and clean smelling with a hint of warmth. Comforting...just like a steaming bowl of oatmeal!

This bar will not only get your bits and pieces clean, but you'll feel like you're spoiling yourself every time you bathe. :) Shea butter is considered good for just about any skin type, and is wonderful for winter chapped or dry skin. Perfect for fall, when the air turns cool and dry.

I cannot be sure that the fragrance is vegan, but this bar is vegetarian friendly. Please note that if you (or the person you are buying this for) is allergic to tree nuts you may wish to avoid shea butter. Some people with such an allergy can have a reaction to it.

glycerin soap base ingredients: coconut oil, palm oil, castor oil, safflower oil, glycerin (kosher, of vegetable origin), purified water, sodium hydroxide (saponifying agent), sorbitol (moisturizer), sorbitan oleate (emulsifier), soy bean protein (conditioner)

Strawberry Smooched By a Lemon Cocoa Butter Heart Soap

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 05:59:35 -0400

$5.75
Nothing says Summer quite like fresh strawberries and home-made lemonade.

This soap, made from luxurious cocoa butter and scented with the sweet smell of strawberries paired with uplifting lemon, may just help you make it through the winter with a smile on your face. At least when you take a shower or bath anyway. ;)

I layered the strawberry, colored with ultramarine pink on top of the lemon, which has calendula petals in it as well as a touch of yellow color. Great for a nice gift any time you want to do something special for someone you care about (even yourself!). Just be sure to resist the urge to eat it!

This soap is vegan and vegetarian friendly.

cocoa butter soap base ingredients: coconut oil, cocoa butter, palm oil, castor oil, safflower oil, glycerin (kosher, of vegetable origin), purified water, sodium hydroxide (saponifying agent), sorbitol (moisturizer), sorbitan oleate (emulsifier), soy bean protein (conditioner), titanium dioxide (mineral whitener used in opaque soaps)

Shea Butter Fleur de Lis Soap - Light Grapefruit

Sun, 06 Sep 2009 15:52:20 -0400

$5.50
I love pink grapefruit...so fresh and clean smelling. Sweet and tart all at the same time.

This molded bar of shea butter soap is colored a lively pink and very gently scented with grapefruit fragrance oil. This would look oh so lovely on your bathroom sink or in your shower for you to spoil yourself with every time you bathe.

Shea butter is probably my most popular seller because it's good for just about any skin type.

This bar is very vegan and vegetarian friendly. :)

shea butter base ingredients: coconut oil, palm Oil, castor oil, safflower oil, glycerine (kosher, of vegetable origin), shea butter, purified water, sodium hydroxide (saponifying agent), sorbitol (from berries, moisturizer), sorbitan oleate (emulsifier), soybean protein (conditioner), titanium dioxide (mineral whitener used in opaque soaps)

Vanilla Bath Ba-Bomb

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 02:29:00 -0400

$3.25
Bomb your tub, in a good way!

This round bath bomb/fizzy will add a bit of sass to your tub time. Scented with the comforting and slightly spicy vanilla fragrance oil with touches of ground nutmeg and yellow for color, this basic fizzy will keep your bath from being anything but boring.

This ba-bomb is at least 4 ounces, so it's a good size. A basic blend of baking soda, corn starch and citric acid, it will do the job. (If you'd like a ba-bomb sans corn starch I will be happy to make one just for you!)

Vegan.

Places of Rest 8x10 Inch Color Print

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 04:13:39 -0400

$26.00
My father and I recently took a tour of historic Lakeview Cemetery, and I was just amazed at the sheer size and scope of the place. It's absolutely huge, and has quite a few famous people buried there, including the Rockefellers.

This color print is of a row of mausoleums that I thought was beautiful. Set against the trees in bloom and the bright green of spring foliage, I thought it was the perfect counterbalance to the cold and grey colors of the crypts. Lakeview would be a lovely place to be laid to rest.

This listing is for one 8 x 10 inch color photograph, professionally printed and ready to be matted and framed for display. I sign all of my prints, and merely watermark them for web use. If you would like a different size, please contact me and I will research prices and options!

copyright 2009

Not to be used without my express permission!

Earth Meets Water and Sky 5x7 Inch Color Print

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 04:13:39 -0400

$10.50
I was lucky enough to spend a few months in North Carolina last year, along the Crystal Coast. It's so beautiful, and I just love the ocean. I really miss it.

I like taking pictures of the beach and the sea, and I especially like converging lines where different elements meet. I think this shot displays both in an interesting and colorful manner.

This print is professionally printed, as are all my photos. I watermark all my photos for web use, but I sign and date the actual prints. If you are interested in another size, please do no hesitate to convo me.

Copyright 2008.

Bergamot and Patchouli Cocoa Butter, Shea Butter and Oatmeal Exfoliating Fleur De Lis Soap

Sun, 30 Aug 2009 15:48:47 -0400

$5.75
I have to say that I am very pleased with how this soap turned out. An almost decadent blend of cocoa butter, shea butter and oatmeal soaps scented with aromatherapy grade bergamot and patchouli essential oils with ground apricot seeds, this pretty soap will grace your sink or shower with a touch of beauty.

Patchouli is a warm and earthy scent used in aromatherapy for some skin conditions and is considered suitable for skin allergies. It is thought to have a sedative effect (I use it when I want to feel more "grounded"). Some even find the scent very sensual. Bergamot, derived from a fruit, has a citrusy and slightly sweet and floral scent which balances the earthiness of the patchouli very nicely. Among it's many uses, bergamot is thought to be good for oily skin and acne. It is also used to relieve anxiety and depression.

A treat for the senses as well as the skin, this vegan bar is about 5 ounces and has no added color aside from the whitener used in the soaps.

Please note that I am not a licensed aromatherapist nor do I make any health claims about any of my products. I provide the information purely for reference. These statements have not been approved by the FDA, so please, if you suffer from any ailments be sure to seek the advice and care of a qualified health care professional.

cocoa butter soap base ingredients: coconut oil, cocoa butter, palm oil, castor oil, safflower oil, glycerin (kosher, of vegetable origin), purified water, sodium hydroxide (saponifying agent), sorbitol (moisturizer), sorbitan oleate (emulsifier), soy bean protein (conditioner), titanium dioxide (mineral whitener used in opaque soaps)

shea butter base ingredients: coconut oil, palm Oil, castor oil, safflower oil, glycerine (kosher, of vegetable origin), shea butter, purified water, sodium hydroxide (saponifying agent), sorbitol (from berries, moisturizer), sorbitan oleate (emulsifier), soybean protein (conditioner), titanium dioxide (mineral whitener used in opaque soaps)

oatmeal soap base ingredients: saponified vegetable oils mainly coconut oil, glycerine (kosher, of vegetable origin), oatmeal, purified water, sorbitol (from berries, moisturizer), sorbitan oleate (emulsifier), soybean protein (conditioner), titanium dioxide (mineral whitener used in opaque soaps)

Melon Candy Skull and Crossbones Glycerin Soap

Sat, 29 Aug 2009 23:26:39 -0400

$3.25
Arrrrrrrrrrrrr!

Weigh anchor and set the mainsail with this piratical soap. Made with a nice glycerin, this soap is colored a vibrant orange-pink, and smells like melon hard candy, it should put a smile on any pirate lover's face.

glycerin soap base ingredients: coconut oil, palm oil, castor oil, safflower oil, glycerin (kosher, of vegetable origin), purified water, sodium hydroxide (saponifying agent), sorbitol (moisturizer), sorbitan oleate (emulsifier), soy bean protein (conditioner)

Vanilla Oatmeal Soap - VEGAN

Sat, 29 Aug 2009 20:18:30 -0400

$4.50
It's a rare person who doesn't enjoy the warm, homey scent of vanilla.

Paired with the natural softly nutty scent of the oatmeal, the vanilla fragrance oil is just right. A great scent for both guys and girls.

Shapes will vary. Vegan and vegetarian friendly. :)

OATMEAL BASE INGREDIENTS: Coconut Oil, Palm Oil, Castor Oil, Safflower Oil, Oatmeal, Glycerin (kosher, of vegetable origin), purified water, sodium hydroxide, sorbital, sorbitan oleate, soy bean protein, and titanium dioxide.

Jasmine and Roses Shea Butter Soap

Sat, 29 Aug 2009 20:18:10 -0400

$5.75
Jasmine...it brings to mind visions of southern gardens in bloom, sensual pleasures, and romance. I then paired it with the scent of rose, another classic romantic flower.

I have customers who order nothing but shea butter soap. Shea butter is soothing to dry, winter-chapped skin, and is considered good for sensitive complexions as well as being good for any skin type.

I topped this heart-shaped soap off with dried rosebuds and jasmine flowers. Now you can give your loved one flowers without having to worry if they have a vase. ;)

I added no dyes to this soap...the only color is that of the dried flowers and the whitener in the soap. It is also very vegan friendly. This bar is made to order to minimize discoloration of the rose petals.

shea butter base ingredients: coconut oil, palm oil, castor oil, safflower oil, glycerine (kosher, of vegetable origin), shea butter, purified water, sodium hydroxide (saponifying agent), sorbitol (from berries, moisturizer), sorbitan oleate (emulsifier), soybean protein (conditioner), titanium dioxide (mineral whitener used in opaque soaps)

Birds of Prey - European Barn Owl 8x10 in. color print

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 23:01:06 -0400

$26.00
I've always been interested in birds of prey, and I definitely have a soft spot for owls.

My husband is a falconer, and I really enjoy taking pictures of his birds. He has a respectable collection which includes owls and hawks as well as falcons. Watching these beautiful creatures do what comes naturally to them is amazing...Mother Nature is an incredible engineer.

This print is of a female European Barn Owl named Xena. She is only a few months old but is already performing admirably in his educational shows. She is very easy to photograph, and has an incredible range of postures as well as being so stunning.

I'm offering this image in a 8 x 10" print that is ready to be made into a gift or hung in your home or office. (I may also be able to do other sizes of prints (i.e. 5x7, 10x12 etc). Contact me for information or to make an offer/request.)

I send this size print Priority Mail with insurance and delivery confirmation.

(All images are copyrighted and may not be used without my express permission)

Calendula Petal Celtic Knotwork Oatmeal Soap - VEGAN

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 23:00:54 -0400

$4.75
There's nothing quite like oatmeal soap for troubled and unhappy skin.

Paired with soothing calendula, this is a great bar for anyone to use, especially during the cold winter months when your skin takes a beating. It's also very pretty to look at. :) I did not add any color or fragrance to this bar, so it is very suitable for sensitive skin.

Spoil yourself for a change, or pop it in a gift basket for that someone special.

Ingredients: saponified vegetable oils mainly coconut oil, glycerine (kosher, of vegetable origin), oatmeal, purified water, sorbitol (from berries, moisturizer), sorbitan oleate (emulsifier), soybean protein (conditioner), titanium dioxide (mineral whitener used in opaque soaps)

Abandoned House Detail 8x10 Inch Print

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 00:59:10 -0400

$26.00
As a photographer, I'm fascinated by urban decay and abandoned places, and exploring is one of my favorite things to do as well as one of my favorite ways to find interesting material for photographs. This image was taken in North Carolina at an abandoned house with my new Canon G9. It is an 8 x 10" semi-glossy, professional quality print ready to be matted and framed for display in your home or office. It would also make a lovely gift! The print will be shipped via priority mail with insurance for your protection.

(This photo is protected by copyright law and may not be used with my express written permission.)

copyright 2008

Beach Detail Color 8x10 Inch Print - Seaweed, etc.

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 00:58:42 -0400

$26.00
I love doing closeups of interesting objects, no matter where I find them.

The Crystal Coast in North Carolina is beautiful, and there is always something interesting to see. I find the colors and shapes of random objects and seashells to be fascinating.

I'm offering this image in a 8 x 10" print that is ready to be made into a gift or hung in your home or office. (I am also open to doing other sizes. Feel free to place a custom order or convo me.)

(All images are copyrighted and may not be used without my express permission)

Abandoned stuffed bunny color 8 by 10 inch print

Sun, 23 Aug 2009 03:10:56 -0400

$22.00
As a photographer, I'm fascinated by urban decay, and urban exploring is one of my favorite things to do as well as one of my favorite ways to find interesting material for photographs. This image is one from my very first urban exploration trip to Gary, Indiana. This poor little thing was laying on the ground outside the old train station. I find abandoned toys to be both fascinating and sad. It is an 8 x 10" semi-glossy, professional quality print ready to be matted and framed for display in your home or office. It would also make a lovely gift! This photo is protected by copyright law and may not be used with my express written permission.)

copyright 2006

Goats Milk Soap with Gently Exfoliating Organic Poppy Seeds

Sat, 22 Aug 2009 03:54:29 -0400

$5.50
This rich and creamy soap is just wonderful. Soothing and gentle this soap has great lather and is perfect for that "manly" man in your life because it doesn't have any of that frou frou business. (It's just fine for the ladies too.)

This soap is the result of a custom order for my dad, who is now totally hooked!

I didn't use any fragrance or essential oils in this soap, I just added nutmeg for a nice natural touch of color and sprinkled some turmeric on top. These give it just the faintest hint of spice. This soap is great for all over, and it's even good for the face (and all your other bits and pieces). ;)

Re-batched with love, each bar is cut by hand and is between 4 and 5 ounces. (Since these are cut by hand, size will vary slightly, and each bar will be unique.)

As this is made with goat's milk (from happy goats of course) this soap is not suitable for vegans but may be okay for some vegetarians. If you are shopping for a gift be sure to double-check with the person you are buying it for if they are okay with goat's milk. (Some vegetarians drink and eat dairy/goat's milk products.)

goat's milk soap ingredients: palm kernel oil, coconut oil, olive oil, sunflower oil, shea butter, goats milk, water, sodium hydroxide

Green Tea and Mandarin Goat's Milk Soap

Sat, 22 Aug 2009 02:52:02 -0400

$5.50
This rich and creamy soap is just wonderful. Soothing and gentle, this soap has great lather and smells fresh and clean.

Green tea and mandarin is a nice, slightly earthy and sweet scent with a touch of citrus. I was gentle with the fragrance so it's not overpowering but just enough to make your shower or bath a treat. I even use this soap on my face as well as to shave with great success, and I have very sensitive skin. I believe that this scent is great for both guys and gals.

Re-batched with love, each bar is cut by hand, swirled with a bit of spring green mica on top to give it just the lightest hint of color, and is between 4 and 5 ounces. (Since these are cut by hand, size will vary slightly, and each bar will be unique.)

As this is made with goat's milk (from happy goats of course) this soap is not suitable for vegans but may be okay for some vegetarians. If you are shopping for a gift be sure to double-check with the person you are buying it for if they are okay with goat's milk. (Some vegetarians drink and eat dairy/goat's milk products.)

goat's milk soap ingredients: palm kernel oil, coconut oil, olive oil, sunflower oil, shea butter, goats milk, water, sodium hydroxide

Kiwi Banana Bath Ba-Bomb

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 04:25:53 -0400

$3.25
Bomb your tub, in a good way!

This round bath bomb/fizzy will add a bit of sass to your tub time. Scented with a scrumptious blend of kiwi and banana and lightly colored yellow and green, this basic fizzy will keep your bath from being anything but boring.

This ba-bomb is at least 4 ounces, so it's a good size. A basic blend of baking soda, corn starch and citric acid, it will do the job. If you'd like a ba-bomb sans corn starch I will be happy to make one just for you!

Vegan. :)

Honey Scented Goats Milk Heart Soap

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 03:39:40 -0400

$5.50
The warm, sweet smell of honey makes me think of honeybees buzzing around a garden on a summer day.

This rich and creamy soap is soothing, gentle and just plain wonderful.

I was gentle with the fragrance so it's not overpowering but just enough to make your shower or bath a treat. I even use this soap on my face as well as to shave with great success, and I have very sensitive skin.

Re-batched with love, each bar is then molded into the rustic heart shape. I didn't add any color, but the fragrance lent a slight warm tone to the soap.

As this is made with goat's milk (from happy goats of course) this soap is not suitable for vegans but may be okay for some vegetarians. If you are shopping for a gift be sure to double-check with the person you are buying it for if they are okay with goat's milk. (Some vegetarians drink and eat dairy/goat's milk products.)

goat's milk soap ingredients: palm kernel oil, coconut oil, olive oil, sunflower oil, shea butter, goats milk, water, sodium hydroxide

One Pound Bag of Bath Salts - Ylang Ylang

Tue, 11 Aug 2009 02:35:10 -0400

$17.00
April showers bring May flowers...

This generous bag of bath salts is perfect for that person who just cannot resist a fragrant and relaxing soak in the tub. It contains approximately 16 ounces of salts!

Contained in a one pound white bag with a clear window, this blend of epsom and dead sea salts is scented with the heady and sensual fragrance of ylang ylang. This scent is floral and exotic...if you like jasmine chances are you will like ylang ylang. I used a fragrance oil, but it smells almost exactly like the essential oil. (If you'd prefer an essential oil, or would like to try a different scent, please convo me and I will happily put up listing just for you!).

So go ahead and indulge. You deserve it.

Vegan! :)

Lemon Oatmeal Soap

Sun, 09 Aug 2009 01:06:44 -0400

$3.75
A friend of mine requested this fragrance in a custom order. I liked it so much I decided to offer it here. :)

This hand poured soap is made with a luxurious oatmeal base, with a hint of yellow color and a fragrance that reminds me of lemon oatmeal cookies! The scent is very light and refreshing. I used some turmeric to give it a natural creamy yellow color.

Simple and pretty, this soap would make a nice guest soap or be good for a longer vacation as well as being nice in the bath.

Lemon essential oil is fine for sensitive skin, but please keep in mind that if you plan on spending the day on the beach or in the sun, don't use this soap! (Lemon oil is photosensitizing and you might burn faster.) If you are not going to use this soap right away, it's best to leave it in the plastic and keep it away from heat. To extend the life of your soap be sure to place it in a spot where it will not sit in standing water. There are lots of lovely wooden soap dishes that are perfect for the job.

OATMEAL BASE INGREDIENTS: Coconut Oil, Palm Oil, Castor Oil, Safflower Oil, Oatmeal, Glycerin (kosher, of vegetable origin), purified water, sodium hydroxide, sorbital, sorbitan oleate, soy bean protein, and titanium dioxide.

Shea Butter Soap Scented with Jasmine - VEGAN

Sat, 08 Aug 2009 23:40:19 -0400

$5.50
Jasmine...it brings to mind visions of southern gardens in bloom, sensual pleasures, and romance.

I have customers who order nothing but shea butter soap. Shea butter is soothing to dry, winter-chapped skin, and is considered good for sensitive complexions as well as being good for any skin type.

Jasmine has been used in aromatherapy for a long time. It is considered uplifting, exotic and even used in some cultures as an aphrodisiac. Aromatherapists use jasmine to treat depression and skin problems as well. One of the most expensive essential oils (along with rose and sandalwood), the oil used in this soap is blended with a carrier oil to help keep the cost within reason. Therefore it is technically not aromatherapy-grade, but it still smells absolutely divine. Jasmine is one of my favorite scents, and I especially like it in the winter when I can't be near flowers in bloom.

I used dried jasmine flowers to give this hear-shaped bar a touch of color, but used no dyes as some people prefer soap without it.

Vegan and vegetarian friendly! :D

shea butter base ingredients: coconut oil, palm oil, castor oil, safflower oil, glycerine (kosher, of vegetable origin), shea butter, purified water, sodium hydroxide (saponifying agent), sorbitol (from berries, moisturizer), sorbitan oleate (emulsifier), soybean protein (conditioner), titanium dioxide (mineral whitener used in opaque soaps)

Signs of Spring 8 x 10 Inch Color Print

Sat, 08 Aug 2009 23:40:19 -0400

$26.00
I love watching the seasons change. Seeing the flowers and trees bloom and everything make the transformation from sleepy and drab to bright and vibrant.

I came across this little beauty while walking in the park and had to capture it. Blossoms are such fleeting things, so delicate and lovely, unique like snowflakes. Even though the same tree blooms year after year, each blossom is totally individual. It just proves that there is beauty in change.

This listing is for one 8x10" color print which will be professionally printed on high quality photo paper. If you would like a different size, please convo me and I will make a listing just for you!

All images protected by copyright. Do not use without my express permission!

Belle the Red Tailed Hawk Color 8 x 10 Inch Print

Thu, 06 Aug 2009 02:11:47 -0400

$26.00
Red tailed hawks are the most numerous birds of prey on the North American continent. This fact doesn't make them any less special or beautiful, and to say that it is a shame that their wild habitat is diminishing at an alarming rate is a gross understatement.

Belle is one of my husband's falconry birds. She's officially retired now, as she's in her early teens and has had some health problems recently. This is the first season he hasn't hunted with her, and I have to say that I miss watching her do her thing. In her time she's taken all kinds of game, from rabbits and squirrels to wild turkeys and foxes. We like to call her Birdzilla. ;) A full imprint who was taken from the nest at a mere 22 days old by some teenagers, she thinks my husband is HER man. She's the only woman I'm okay sharing him with. She even lays eggs for him every year!

You will receive a full color, professionally printed 8x10 inch print signed by me. Perfect for the nature lover in your life! (The image for sale is the second thumbnail inthis listing.)

If you live in a country other then what is listed in shipping and are interested in this item, please feel free to convo me and I will research shipping costs.

Unrefined Shea Body Butter Sample - Fragrance Free

Wed, 05 Aug 2009 00:22:55 -0400

$3.50
A great way to try one of my new body butters!

This listing is for one 1.5 ounce jar sample. I blended rich unrefined shea butter with sweet almond oil, glycerin, organic virgin coconut oil and vitamin E oil. I left it fragrance free for those who are sensitive. Please be aware that you can still smell the natural slightly smoky scent of the unrefined shea butter. These are great for travel too! I find it's best to use this butter immediately after bathing, but it's good any time.

If you would like to try a fragrance or essential oil, just let me know and I will happily add it to your sample. :D

I also offer my body butter in 4 ounce sizes, or even larger if you wish.

If you would like me to make you one with essential or fragrance oils just let me know and I will happily make a custom listing just for you!

Loofah My Hiney Soap - Chocolate Almond Oatmeal

Tue, 04 Aug 2009 04:48:52 -0400

$6.00
Loofahs are great for all of your rough spots...elbows, feet, knees.

Molded into a chunk of loofah is luxurious oatmeal soap. Scented with warm and sweet smelling chocolate almond fragrance oil and colored with organic dark cocoa powder, this sassy soap is wonderful for any time of year. Use it in the morning to get your circulation going and jump start your day! It would go very nicely with my chocolate almond bath salts and chocolate lip balm.

Finally, chocolate you can enjoy without worrying!

Vegan and vegetarian friendly. :)

oatmeal base ingredients: coconut oil, palm oil, castor oil, safflower oil, oatmeal, glycerin (kosher, of vegetable origin), purified water, sodium hydroxide, sorbital, sorbitan oleate, soy bean protein, and titanium dioxide.

Urban Life - L Train Stop Detail

Fri, 31 Jul 2009 03:55:45 -0400

$22.00
I love Chicago. It's a wonderful city, full of interesting architecture, food, music, stores, and people. I miss it with all my heart. The "L" (or elevated train) is a staple of Chicago life, and this image was taken at one of it's many stops. Is it an 8 x 10" semi-glossy, professional quality print ready to be matted and framed for display in your home or office. It would also make a lovely gift!

The print will be shipped via priority mail with insurance for your protection. (This photo is protected by copyright law and may not be used with my express written permission.)

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