Two Angels

Aromatherapy Oils

I have always been a fan of aromatherapy. I really do believe that these precious oils can be beneficial in improving ones mood. By far the most popular oil sold in the shop is Lavender. It has so many uses and is the only oil which is truly safe for all to use and can even be used directly onto the skin. Years ago when I made soaps using essential oils the smell in our house could be overpowering and strangely the oil which always gave me a headache was Lavender! This was due to the high concentration with which I had to use it. Used sparingly it is a successful reliever of headaches. By far my favourite oil is Rose Geranium. It has great relaxing qualities and is widely recognised as a 'hormonal regulator', making it great for PMT etc. On the days when you could cheerfully strangle someone - this is the oil to use. A couple of drops on a tissue, sniffed regularly throughout the day, or better still a massage using this oil, will have you happy & smiling again!

Burning oils in the kitchen is a marvellous way of lifting your spirits as well as removing unwanted cooking smells. For this purpose I would recommend a citrus oil, with a couple of drops of bergamot oil added. Orange & bergamot is heavenly! Lemongrass is also a good burning oil. It has a clean fresh smell which flies hate, so is ideal for summer use.

I could talk about these all day - maybe I'll mention some more another time.

26 Feb 2010 12:42:37 | Shop talk

What a miserable day it's been today. I'm sure we were promised sunshine.
Anyway, it didn't keep away the hardy folk of Devon, who religiously attend the Tuesday market, and then drift up to check out whats new in the shop, or just call in for a chat and a coffee. They know what's good for them!

23 Feb 2010 17:40:17 | Shop talk

Flowers, beautiful flowers....

Many of you will know that today I had an appointment with a wholesale florist, with a view to adding flowers to the shops selection of goodies.
It all went very well, and I think we'll have a go and see what the response is like. These beautiful hyacinths (below) caught my eye, so we had to have some of those, as did the selection of spring flowers (above) which would cheer any soul feeling that winter may never end! The little narcissus have such a pretty scent, which can only add to their appeal. My house is never without flowers. A bit like my chickens. I just can't imagine life without them!

17 Feb 2010 16:58:35 | Shop talk

Visitors

Today was a busy day in the shop. Half term has brought some new faces into Hatherleigh. I love meeting these people, chatting & finding out where they're from and what they think of Devon. A selection of children filtered through today too, all of them extremely well behaved and cheerfully tolerating their mums indulgences in a 'girly shop'.
New people invariably bring new ideas too, and todays top tip has to go to a lady called Jenny who bought a selection of very pretty fabric pieces. When i quizzed her (as I do!) about what purpose she had in mind for them, she told me she always wraps gifts in fabric. Not only that but she includes a simple pattern to make something from the fabric. What a brilliant idea. As she says, the paper just gets thrown away but the fabric can be turned into a useful something, from a napkin to a little bag, depending on the recipients talents. Far more environmentally sound too.

16 Feb 2010 17:59:28 | Shop talk

The scent of Paper Whites is a sure sign of Spring.
I couldn't resist these yesterday.
If you fancy some, they are at the shop this morning.
Enjoy this cold but beautiful day whatever you're doing.