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Have you tried getting advertisement via a dry cleaner? I know it sounds corny, but my local dry cleaner (a chain of them across the city) charges a flat fee, you provide the flier/brochure and when you pick up your dry cleaning it's attached to your ticket that hangs from the dry cleaning bag. I notice the advertisements everytime I take my ticket off my bag. I know this chain has a ton of business, b/c it's the well respected dry cleaner that does a quality job.

Here's my two cents. I used to be a Chamber Exec. for two different chambers in two different states. I certainly believe in the benefits of the Chamber. With that said, I think the benefits you receive is truly dependent on the Chamber you're joining, how active and involved is the leadership, how many ACTIVE members you have, what activites and committees are available and the types of promotion (free or small fee) available to you (make sure it has great circulation). The power of networking is incredible in a highly active chamber and the exposure you can get from the various events, committees and advertising is invaluable. Membership is usually based on the number of employees and/or type of business. You should do everything you can to promote your business - ie ...business breakfasts, participate in any business expos/fairs, ribbon cuttings, advertisements in circulars and participating on committees. From what I have experienced the members that participated are the ones that benefitted the most. Good luck with it!

I would try a powder sifter type. I have some from a retailer and they put it in a cylinder type of container with a powder pouf and sifter, very cute. I just saw that WSP has some tiny sifters on surplus.

I've been searching through the posts on West Coast suppliers. I've specifically been looking for an IGI supplier. I thought I'd share my findings. I contacted IGI and found that LetItShineUSA.com has two distribution centers on the West Coast, one in Kent, WA (near Seattle) and another in San Francisco. Their office is located in Seattle. They also have will call to save on shipping costs. Their website was down this morning, but you can always call in your order. (877) 334-0440 Another supplier I've used is Pourette but they only carriy a very limited selection of IGI and is located in Seattle. Hope this helps those of us on the West Coast!

Try SOS they have a great dupe!

They are on sale till the 6th at Kanagroo Blue for only $0.36 a piece! www.kangarooblue.com

Thank you for all the responses. I was getting a little worried there. I guess I'll have to wait quite longer than I expected to receive my order! BUT I do know what it is like to be with no power for a week, we just got ours back on this past week after a huge snow storm.

Hi, I wasn't sure if anyone has ordered from Jody's? I placed on order over a week ago. I called the next day and left a message as well as emailed her re adding one item to the order and a question re some pumps. I called again with a message two days later. Still haven't gotten a response. Does anyone know if she's on vacation, still in business? Maybe she's busy?? Any help would greatly be appreciated. THANKS!

I think it does. I tried a batch, accidentally left my bag open and it turned. Not sure if it was the open bag or what. I do know that dead sea salts are a natural preservative though. Next time I whip up a batch I plan on using a preservative.

I purchase oils from them. Their customer service is top notch, very knowledgeable. Their oils are high grade, but some of their scents are not always as exactly as the description so order samples first.

I wouldn't do it. Like others mentioned above, people are looking for bargins and will most likely want to haggle you down. Stick with craft fairs, etc.

I want to thank all of you who have replied! I appreciate you insight, it certainly helps to get expert opinion. I think I will take the high ground and give her the free shipping, and also politely remind her to read the ingredient labels first. Maybe I've just gained a customer (or a scammer?)

I recently had a customer purchase some bath & body products from me online. I received an email stating that she broke out in a rash and asked me if I use parabens. I replied that I did and it is clearly stated on the ingredient label on the product. I also have it state in my policy/terms of use page that they must test before they use, read ingredient label etc. I offered her credit on her next order for the shower gels that have parabens. Now she wants me to offer her free shipping. Should I? I don't think I'm at fault here but then again on the side of customer service perhaps I should? I haven't replied yet......any suggestions? How would you have handled this?

Their FO's are ok....not blow your socks off strong, nor were they exceptionally weak. Tried the Candy Cane and Bay Rum. Just don't try to return anything to them, I had a bottle of SLS get smashed during shipping (spread over EVERYTHING in the box). They were not very receptive or polite when I called re the issue. Just my two scents (cents).

PR Web is an excellent resource. In my former life, I was an Exec. with a non-profit organization and I used them. VERY VERY professional. I wouldn't waste my money on their edit/polish, instead use your money purchasing a book to teach you how to write a good press release or search the web. .....besides I support local businesses, they are just down the street from me. :-)

when your packages have been delivered and it still shows as "notification received".

Hi, I've been a "lurker" for a while so this is my first post. I'd like to say "hello". In your opinion who carries a sweet strawberry scent? Thanks!

B&B as well as candles and tarts. Excellent scent throw in soy blends -Calwax.

I purchase my base from Bramble Berry and in their instructions they state to make the shower gel thicker add salt or salt water. I haven't had a need to try it but I guess it can't hurt. Good luck! -Mars