This is Greenfield Soap Co.'s Juniper Lime Bar Soap. The scent is fresh, woodsy and fruity. I like the soft pink and green hues in this bar. Altogether, it's a happy combination--and gentle and sudsy and good for skin too!

It's Sunday and I'm Feeling Thankful. Are You?

It's Sunday and I am feeling thankful. Sheldon is home; it's nice to see him just hanging around the house in blue jeans and a plaid, flannel shirt. I had a nice visit with my mom on the phone a little bit ago. I love her; she's the most content lady I know. When I look outside I see sunlight and fall colors. It's a sweet day! I'm gearing up to cut all the soap I made yesterday. I tried to create some new appearances...it's always fun to unwrap the soap logs and see how my latest "big idea" turned out. When I get my camera battery charged up (why is it so hard to keep that thing charged up?), I'll take some photos to share with you! In the meantime, please let me know what you're thankful for on this sweet, fall day.

Here's What's Currently Available at Greenfield Soap Co.

It's Saturday and my dear husband is making pancakes. I've pulled on my woolliest socks and I'm setting up the latest batch of soap to cure. I think this one (Warm Spice) is my new favorite...but you'll find I do say that a lot! I promised I'd post a list of my current "Soap Styles" so here goes:

Anise
Anise with Poppyseed
Caramel Macchiato
Carrot Seed
Cedarwood Mint with Bentonite Clay Round
Chai Whip
Cinnamon Dolce
Citrus Spice
Coffee Kitchen Mint
Dark Citrus Spice
Do NOT Bug Me! Round
Eucalyptus Mint
Evergreen with Green Clay
Gardener's Choice Round
Geranium
Geranium with Pink Clay
Honey Oat
Honey Wheat
Lavender
Lavender Oat
Lavender Rosemary
Lemon
Lemon Poppyseed
Mint Medley
Mint Medley with Green Clay
Parsley & Lime
Saskatchewan Summer
Shaving Soap (Unscented) Round
Simply Soap
Spearmint Orange
Sweet Honey Oat
Sweet Honey Wheat
Sweet Orange
Sweet Orange Oat
Tea Tree
Tea Tree & Lavender with Bentonite Clay Round
Tea Tree with Bentonite Clay Round
Tea Tree Lavender Oat
Vetiver
Warm Spice
Washboard Wonder Soap Round

Note: The word "round" following a soap style name means that bar is currently available in a round shape only; otherwise Greenfield Soaps are rectangular. All Greenfield Soap Bars are a hefty 4-5 ounce size at minimum! Price: $6 per bar.

The Window Cloth

I'd like to introduce you to one of my favorite Norwex products: the Window Cloth. Now you can clean your windows, mirrors and shiny surfaces with just water and the antibacterial window cloth; just spray water on the surface and polish with the dry antibacterial window cloth. If the surface is particularly dirty, wipe it down first with a moist Enviro Cloth and then polish to a shine with the Window Cloth.
Color: orange
Size: 17 x 17 inches
Price: $16.99

I am an Independent Consultant for Norwex. If you have questions or would like to learn more about Norwex cleaning and personal care products, please contact me.

save money, save time, save the environment, save your health...Norwex can help!

Where, Oh Where is My Olive Oil?

Well, my dear husband is driving around the metro area with my olive oil in his van. He was so sweet to pick it up for me yesterday, but then he forgot to remove it from his vehicle. I tried to call him just now, but he is not picking up. He must think he is guilty! If you see him, tell him I love him, and he better call home!

Caramel Corn

I have to share this recipe with you. I got it from Jessica who got it from Teresa...isn't sharing awesome?!

Caramel Corn

Ingredients:

6 quarts air-popped popcorn (un-popped kernels removed)
1 c. butter
1 tsp. salt
1/2 c. corn syrup
2 c. brown sugar, firmly packed
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. vanilla

Method:

Spray large roasting pan with nonstick spray and add popped corn. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Stir in salt, corn syrup and brown sugar. Stir continually until mixture boils. Set timer for 5 minutes and DO NOT STIR! After 5 minutes, quickly stir in soda and vanilla and continue to stir for 30-60 seconds. Pour over popcorn and stir to coat evenly. Bake 1 hour at 250 degrees, stirring every 15 minutes so caramel doesn't settle to the bottom. After 1 hour, remove from oven and stir until cool (3-5 minutes) to keep from sticking. Once completely cool, store caramel corn in airtight container. If it is warm when you put it away, the caramel corn will lose its crunch!

Enjoy!

Welcome Here!

I'm so glad you are visiting my blog. My Grandfather would heartily say to you, "Welcome Here!", and so I welcome you! I am the soap maker for Greenfield Soap Co., and this blog is one way I hope to be available to friends and family and fans of Greenfield Soap Co.

Greenfield Soap Co. is dedicated to the memory of my grandparents, David and Kathrina, who lived well and simply in a small house. They laughed a lot and their gentleness was evident; I believe they learned to walk joyfully through life, with thanksgiving*...

My Grandmother did not teach me how to make soap, though she made it on a regular basis out of necessity years ago. I remember how youthful she looked; her skin was soft and creamy, and this has been a bit of a curiosity for me as I've experienced various skin sensitivities and troubles over the years. Thankfully, it is becoming clear that the chemically-based ingredients present in many modern day skincare products are detrimental, and in my own quest to find helpful products for sensitive skin, I've discovered the power and beauty of a simpler, more natural way.

And that is why I make Greenfield Soap Co.'s beautiful bars of soap thoughtfully and carefully, in small batches with naturally occurring and plant-based ingredients only. I do NOT use artificial colorings or synthetic preservatives or fragrances, and I make Greenfield Soap using the cold process method, so each bar retains glycerin, a naturally occurring moisturizer. Each bar of Greenfield Soap also contains a high percentage of olive oil for its moisturizing, healing, and gentle cleansing qualities. Coconut oil imparts a generous lathering quality, and palm oil helps to make the soap long-lasting and stable. It is my desire and joy to infuse each bar of Greenfield Soap with nature's aroma and conditioning qualities, and the results are beautiful bars of soap, gentle and sudsy and especially good for sensitive skin!

If you have questions or a special request or you wish to give a unique gift to honor a special occasion, please don't hesitate to communicate your ideas. I am willing to personalize labels, and I have some great gift-wrapping options as well. Just ask! Your feedback and suggestions are also important to me, so please stay in touch. I would love to hear from you about your Greenfield Soap experiences!

Do keep in my that soap likes to live "high and dry", so please keep your Greenfield Soaps in well-draining soap dishes throughout your home. And when you walk by or stop to lather up, may they be a reminder to you of good things. May you walk joyfully, with thanksgiving where you are, and
may all your showers be showers of blessing!

Susan

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*See Philippians 4:4-8

Copyright 2008 Susan Penner