January 2nd, 2009 — , Sonoma Scent Studio Updates from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
I just added a shipping calculation to the shopping cart to allow most international customers to order via the shopping cart rather than requiring a PayPal invoice. All customers at check-out now need to choose the USA or international option depending on their address and then click recalculate to display the shipping charge, which is [...]
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December 30th, 2008 — , Sonoma Scent Studio Updates from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
Best wishes for a wonderful 2009! My brother and his family are visiting so we’ll have a little family celebration to ring in the new year. I think many people across the country are hoping 2009 will bring good changes. Hope your new year is full of joy!
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December 29th, 2008 — , Sonoma Scent Studio Updates from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
I had a couple emails from people who read my last post and became worried that I might change the current Champagne de Bois; I just added a phrase to that sentence in that post to make it read better (I hope!), but I thought I’d also post a quick note here to say I [...]
Continue reading → A Note on Scent Updates
December 28th, 2008 — , Sonoma Scent Studio Updates from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
Each year as January 1st approaches we tend to look back at the previous year to see what we accomplished and set some new goals for the upcoming year. I completed quite a few of the goals I’d hoped to achieve last year, though my To Do list is always a bit longer than [...]
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December 23rd, 2008 — , Sonoma Scent Studio Updates from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
Wishing everyone reading a wonderful holiday and all the best in 2009! Hope you have a great time with family this long holiday weekend.
I’ll be testing the new Reves this weekend, which seems about done, and the new woods scent, which is getting close too. And I need to wear Coco and No. [...]
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Continue reading → Happy Holidays!
December 21st, 2008 — , Sonoma Scent Studio Updates from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
If all goes well I plan to stay open and continue shipping right though December and into January, but I may take a week off from shipping orders in mid January for inventory and paperwork. Orders are still coming in and shipping out (those received yesterday should ship Monday). I’ll be in town [...]
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December 18th, 2008 — , Sonoma Scent Studio Updates from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
I’ve found the scents from Divine to be very well done, so this blog review of two new scents in their line is interesting:
http://graindemusc.blogspot.com/2008/12/divine-letre-aim-man-woman-and.html
So far I like their men’s scent L’Homme de Coeur the best, but I like L’Homme Sage and L’Inspiratrice too, and the whole line is well done. These two new fragrances feature immortelle, [...]
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- Chardonnay Lakes Meadow Golf Course Chardonnay Lakes Meadow Golf Course is located in: Phone: (800) 788-0136 Website: http://www.chardonnaygolfclub.com Course History: The Lakes-Meadow course at Chardonnay was developed to give golfers of all skill levels a challenge. The course stretches out over 6700 yards and while it can be a bit difficult, even novice players find......
Continue reading → This and that…
December 16th, 2008 — , Sonoma Scent Studio Updates from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
I redesigned the labels on the shea cream jars to incorporate the jasmine theme similar to the perfume boxes (I’ve been meaning to do this and went ahead with it now because I’m starting to ship the new shea formula today and wanted it to have the new labels). You can see a photo [...]
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December 13th, 2008 — , Sonoma Scent Studio Updates from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
As of today we’ve switched the formula for the natural shea body cream so that it has a slightly thicker consistency. The feel when you apply it is still the same smooth and easily absorbed cream, but it goes on a little drier. We had originally offered it in lotion bottles but found it was [...]
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- SF Bay Oil Spill I am deeply saddened by the recent oil spill in the bay when a container ship struck the Bay Bridge. 58,000 gallons of oil were released. With the winds and the tides the oil is as far as Farallon Islands... what a shame. They have been cleaning birds and skimming oil......
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December 12th, 2008 — , Sonoma Scent Studio Updates from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
I’m scrambling to do some holiday rituals like shopping and cards along with the usual orders, scent development, sourcing of new materials, etc. I just tried some very nice naturals this week from France and am working on an order. I’ll get some mimosa absolute that will be fun because I’ve not had a large enough quantity [...]
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December 8th, 2008 — , Sonoma Scent Studio Updates from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
I snuck in some work on the new woods scent today, juggling some notes around to smooth the scent and adding a couple things for details (a touch of castoreum for richness in the base and another dry woodsy heart note). I’ll try the three testers in the morning with a fresh nose and see [...]
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December 7th, 2008 — , Sonoma Scent Studio Updates from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
I’m working on Reves this weekend to see how far I can pump up the violet and heliotrope notes without going too sweet. The woods base I have in here comes foward more in the later drydown as the heart notes fade, and so far I’m surprised by how much farther I can push some [...]
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- Eagle Valley Golf Course, Carson City, NV Eagle Valley Golf Course is located in: Carson City, NV Phone: 775-887-2380 Website: http://www.eaglevalleygolf.com Course History: This is a truly great course that is actually two courses in one. You'll have your pick of two, and the West Course is by far the most challenging. We'll be focusing on this......
Continue reading → On A Gray Foggy Sunday…
December 4th, 2008 — , Perfume Making & Ingredients, Sonoma Scent Studio Updates from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
Just a quick update. For those testing Reves, I’ve chosen #22 and have tweaked it to increase the violet/iris note with a more floral ionone that is longer lasting, and it’s not too sweet as I had feared it might be; this is much better. I hope to work on it more tonight [...]
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- Myrtle Creek Golf Course, Myrtle Creek, OR Myrtle Creek Golf Course is located in: Myrtle Creek, OR Phone: 888-T-MYRTLE Website: http://www.myrtlecreekgolf.com/ Course History: This is a terrific course that offers a wonderful traditional experience with just the right mix of challenge and fun. The course was first opened with 9 holes in 1997, and the back nine......
Continue reading → Progress…
December 2nd, 2008 — , Perfume Making & Ingredients, Sonoma Scent Studio Updates from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
I’ve been busily trying to squeeze in some ingredient sourcing today; I have some lovely naturals I’ve been researching and then nine samples from an aroma chem supplier arrived yesterday with new releases that are very interesting. I’ve fallen hard for one and want to order a kilo. They were sneaky and didn’t [...]
Continue reading → More Kilo Lust…
November 30th, 2008 — , Sonoma Scent Studio Updates from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
I had a fun time today watching my 9-year-old niece ride a horse that is for sale at a nearby training stable. That was the first time I’d seen her ride, though I’ve seen videos and photos. She’s been leasing a horse and needs to find a new one now that the first one is [...]
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November 26th, 2008 — , Perfume Bloggers from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
Wanted to wish anyone reading a wonderful Thanksgiving day! I’m certainly thankful for so many things in my life at this time: friends and family, a special cottage in a beautiful location, the opportunity to do something interesting and creative, and the fun of sharing my fragrance interest with the wonderful online community that has [...]
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- Chardonnay Lakes Meadow Golf Course Chardonnay Lakes Meadow Golf Course is located in: Phone: (800) 788-0136 Website: http://www.chardonnaygolfclub.com Course History: The Lakes-Meadow course at Chardonnay was developed to give golfers of all skill levels a challenge. The course stretches out over 6700 yards and while it can be a bit difficult, even novice players find......
Continue reading → Happy Thanksgiving!
November 25th, 2008 — , Sonoma Scent Studio Updates from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
I tested the Wood Violet without plum again yesterday and decided to set that aside for now (don’t like it enough to pursue), but I also tested the new cedary woods scent and will continue with that one. It needs a name! The notes are violet, rose, cedar, sandalwood, patchouli, vetiver, ambergris, cinnamon, clove, tonka, and musk. [...]
Related Websites - We have a winner! Helg guessed that the two fragrances I was wearing were Chamade and Ma Griffe. A little something will be winging its way to her for the correct guess! Here are the notes for the two. I've highlighted the notes they share. It certainly surprised me, but on two different occasions......
Continue reading → Quick update on new scents
November 25th, 2008 — , Perfume General, Perfume Making & Ingredients from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
Several things have put IFRA in my mind the last few days: a blog post I saw recently reviewing the room spray Massoia by Geodesis, an article in Perfumer & Flavorist online magazine, and the new low-atranol oakmoss now available. I’ll touch on all three briefly.
Here’s a link to the article “Special Report: IFRA Workshop—Allergy [...]
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November 23rd, 2008 — , Perfume Making & Ingredients, Sonoma Scent Studio Updates from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
I had a chance to work on Lieu de Reves this weekend and am pleased with the progress. I took out a sandalwood ingredient that was interacting with some of the ionones to cause an odd musty note that I didn’t like. I also took out a sweet musk and added a drier [...]
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November 19th, 2008 — , Sonoma Scent Studio Updates from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
I’ve had some inquires about gift certificates so thought I’d post a little update about them. You can purchase two kinds of gift certificates from Sonoma Scent Studio. These GC options are available all year, but the winter holidays are the times when I get most requests for them.
One kind can be purchased [...]
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Continue reading → Holiday Gift Certificates
November 17th, 2008 — , Sonoma Scent Studio Updates from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
I snuck out for a couple hours today to go to Preston winery, which has been a longtime family favorite because of the beautiful scenery, very nice wines, and wonderful organic gardens on site. Preston sells organic olive oil made from their own crop as well as produce that varies with the season. [...]
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November 14th, 2008 — , Perfume General, Perfume Making & Ingredients from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
I’ve found it very interesting to see the variation in how people perceive a scent, and part of the reason for the variation seems to be that for any given note or ingredient people have different sensitivities and tolerances to it. What is often called “skin chemistry” also plays a role, but even if [...]
Continue reading → Our own scent truth
November 11th, 2008 — , Gardening, Sonoma Scent Studio Updates from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
I should have worked on Gardenia Musk today but got sidetracked on a new project. I made some exciting progress though and will return to Gardenia tomorrow with a fresher nose. When I left off the day before yesterday Gardenia seemed improved and ready for testing.
I usually plant daffodils long before this but just didn’t [...]
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- Myrtle Creek Golf Course, Myrtle Creek, OR Myrtle Creek Golf Course is located in: Myrtle Creek, OR Phone: 888-T-MYRTLE Website: http://www.myrtlecreekgolf.com/ Course History: This is a terrific course that offers a wonderful traditional experience with just the right mix of challenge and fun. The course was first opened with 9 holes in 1997, and the back nine......
Continue reading → Sidetracked
November 10th, 2008 — , Perfume General, Sonoma Scent Studio Updates from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
Just wanted to check in today. We had a glorious pink sunrise this morning! The light cloud cover sometimes makes the sky glow pink as the sun rises. We look out over a valley where the fog often rolls in overnight, but the fog breaks up sometime in the morning and if [...]
Online Stores Continue reading → This and That…
November 6th, 2008 — , Sonoma Scent Studio Updates from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
I’ve been really busy keeping up with some large orders this week and haven’t had time to post or work on the new scents. Hope to catch my breath this weekend — can’t believe it’s Friday already.
I’m realizing more and more how individualized our scent experience is, and how differently people experience the same scent. [...]
Continue reading → Already Friday again!
November 2nd, 2008 — , Gardening from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
It’s been pouring rain for a couple days now, but the sun came out from behind the clouds long enough to coax a few rosebuds to open, still with dewdrops. This is a yellow rose in my garden today that I thought looked photogenic so I took a quick snapshot to share; it’s called [...]
Continue reading → Roses after the rain…
November 2nd, 2008 — , Perfume General, Perfume Making & Ingredients from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
Sometimes people assume that they don’t like something in the perfume base if they dislike a fragrance; that may be a likely possibility with oil perfumes since the oil base can often contain solvents that may have off odors to a subset of people, but it’s less likely with alcohol perfumes. The base of [...]
Online Stores Continue reading → Back to Bases
October 31st, 2008 — , Perfume General from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
Everyone has been posting about favorite scents for fall, so I thought I’d list a few of mine. For non SSS scents, I love Rosine Poussiere de Rose, Armani Bois d’Encens, SL Fumerie Turque and La Myrrhe, Chanel 22, Chanel Coco (though even better in winter), Del Rae Bois d’Paradis, Guerlain Nahema, and newly [...]
Online Stores Continue reading → Favorite Fall Scents and Happy Halloween!
October 30th, 2008 — , Perfume General, Perfume Making & Ingredients, Sonoma Scent Studio Updates from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
I had a chance to test the latest rounds of Gardenia Musk and Reves, though I’m looking forward to trying the samples of Amouage Lyric that arrived in the mail yesterday (need to make time tomorrow!).
I’ve been looking at ways to extend the heliotrope note in Reves because heliotropin lasts well through the heart but fades [...]
Continue reading → Scent testing
October 27th, 2008 — , Perfume Making & Ingredients, Sonoma Scent Studio Updates from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
I spent the day with dabs of various Gardenia Musk trials on my arms, working on other things while waiting for them to dry down so I could compare lasting power. They all smell great in the first couple hours, but it’s hard to keep the interest going in the late stages of a soft floral musk. I’ve had the [...]
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- Lake Pardee Marina, Ione, CA Lake Pardee Marina is located in: Ione, CA Phone: 209.772.1472 Boat launch: Yes, the marina does offer a boat launching facility. Berth Fees: Boat Rental Fee Schedule 1/2 Day = 5 hours Full Day = 5 hours + Hour 1/2 Day Day Boat w/motor $ 20.00 $ 42.00 $......
Continue reading → Obsessing on details
October 26th, 2008 — , Sonoma Scent Studio Updates from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
I finally had a chance to work on Gardenia Musk on Saturday and Reves on Sunday; I can’t wait to rest my nose overnght and try these tester vials tomorrow. With Reves, I substituted a more floral ionone for one of the woodsier ones and made a few other adjustments, trying to prevent the [...]
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- Eagle Valley Golf Course, Carson City, NV Eagle Valley Golf Course is located in: Carson City, NV Phone: 775-887-2380 Website: http://www.eaglevalleygolf.com Course History: This is a truly great course that is actually two courses in one. You'll have your pick of two, and the West Course is by far the most challenging. We'll be focusing on this......
Continue reading → Progress on new scents
October 23rd, 2008 — from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
I have yet to buy a bottle unsniffed; I find a sample is all I need for most scents, and a decant does me for most others, especially because I don’t have much “skin time” left after working on my own scents. But here’s my latest lemming for something to sample:
Now Smell This El Attarine review
SL [...]
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October 21st, 2008 — from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
I’ve been tagged by Kathy at
http://wouldsmellassweet.blog-city.com/
so I’m supposed to do the following six things:
1. Link to the person who tagged you. (above)
2. Post the rules on your blog. (that’s this list)
3. Write six random things about yourself. (below)
4. Tag six people at the end of your post and link to them. (below)
5. Let each [...]
Continue reading → I’ve been tagged…
October 21st, 2008 — from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
Samples and small decants of the following scents are now available at The Perfumed Court: Ambre Noir, Encens Tranquille, Winter Woods, Sienna Musk, and Fireside Intense. This can be convenient when you’re picking up other things at TPC and want to add an SSS sample or two. They also offer small spray samples, which I [...]
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- Myrtle Creek Golf Course, Myrtle Creek, OR Myrtle Creek Golf Course is located in: Myrtle Creek, OR Phone: 888-T-MYRTLE Website: http://www.myrtlecreekgolf.com/ Course History: This is a terrific course that offers a wonderful traditional experience with just the right mix of challenge and fun. The course was first opened with 9 holes in 1997, and the back nine......
Continue reading → Sonoma Scent Studio samples and decants at The Perfumed Court
October 20th, 2008 — from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
Here’s a nice review just posted for Sienna Musk:
http://perfumeshrine.blogspot.com/2008/10/sienna-musk-by-sonoma-scent-studio.html
The Perfume Shrine blog has a number of in-depth series devoted to various notes such as vetiver, jasmine, leather, incense, etc. Vetiver fans will enjoy the most recent series, ending here with vetiver part 5 (I love FM Vetiver Extraordinaire and TDC Sel de Vetiver!):
http://perfumeshrine.blogspot.com/2008/09/vetiver-series-5-straight-strange-sweet.html
With an impending visit [...]
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- Chardonnay Lakes Meadow Golf Course Chardonnay Lakes Meadow Golf Course is located in: Phone: (800) 788-0136 Website: http://www.chardonnaygolfclub.com Course History: The Lakes-Meadow course at Chardonnay was developed to give golfers of all skill levels a challenge. The course stretches out over 6700 yards and while it can be a bit difficult, even novice players find......
Continue reading → Sienna Musk Review, and Fall Cleaning
October 15th, 2008 — , Sonoma Scent Studio Updates from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
I received the reprinted labels today and they look very good, much better than the first try. I’m quite relieved. It was very nice of them to reprint them quickly and overnight them, impressive CS!
It’s still beautiful here and I enjoyed a little time outside this evening at sunset. A couple days [...]
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- Eagle Valley Golf Course, Carson City, NV Eagle Valley Golf Course is located in: Carson City, NV Phone: 775-887-2380 Website: http://www.eaglevalleygolf.com Course History: This is a truly great course that is actually two courses in one. You'll have your pick of two, and the West Course is by far the most challenging. We'll be focusing on this......
Continue reading → Label Success
October 14th, 2008 — , Sonoma Scent Studio Updates from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
There’s a beautiful, poetic review of Winter Woods here:
http://ismellthereforeiam.blogspot.com/2008/10/sonoma-scent-studio-winter-woods-review.html
I wasn’t sure when I named this fragrance if I should choose autumn or winter for the name because either could fit. I went with winter because autumn makes me think of spiced apple types of scents, and this isn’t in that vein.
One interesting tidbit about Winter Woods is that [...]
Continue reading → Winter Woods
October 14th, 2008 — , Sonoma Scent Studio Updates from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
October is beautiful here, with warm sunny days and golden sunsets. I had a hard time coming in from the porch at lunch today to get back to work; I just want to let my eyes and spirit soak up the blue sky as much as I can, knowing in a few weeks the [...]
Online Stores Continue reading → Gorgeous Fall Days
October 10th, 2008 — , Sonoma Scent Studio Updates from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
I received my labels today but have to send them back on Monday because the die-cut was off-center so the borders are all different widths. I’m so disappointed; I’d been looking forward to these. The borders on the top and right sides are much smaller than on the left and bottom, which looks silly. [...]
Online Stores Continue reading → Label disappointment
October 10th, 2008 — , Sonoma Scent Studio Updates from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
I received my labels today but have to send them back on Monday because the die-cut was off-center so the borders are all different widths. I’m so disappointed; I’d been looking forward to these. The borders on the top and right sides are much smaller than on the left and bottom, which looks silly. [...]
Online Stores Continue reading → Label disappointment
October 9th, 2008 — , Sonoma Scent Studio Updates from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
I wanted to mention that samples are now all gathered together into one spot on the Fragrance page below the list of scents. The product menu for each scent just lists full size items, and samples for all scents have a separate menu further down the page. You can scroll down or just [...]
Continue reading → New sample menu on website
October 6th, 2008 — , Perfume General, Perfume Making & Ingredients, Sonoma Scent Studio Updates from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
There’s a new natural gardenia product on the market that is an enfleurage of Gardenia fragrans, but it’s currently selling for $50 for 2 ml. It is made in Colombia and sold at http://www.enfleurage.com. I think we’ll see more progress in this area with other natural gardenia essences coming on the market (most you see [...]
Continue reading → Natural Gardenia
October 3rd, 2008 — , Sonoma Scent Studio Updates from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
There’s a very nice review today of Fireside Intense and Ambre Noir on the blog I Smell Therefore I Am:
http://ismellthereforeiam.blogspot.com/2008/10/sonoma-scent-studio-fireside-intense.html
I prefer Fireside Intense to Fireside because I like the smoke accord better and I like the touch of leather. The first few minutes of Intense are intense though, so you need to be a smoky woods [...]
Online Stores Related Websites - Dolphin Isle Marina, Fort Bragg, CA Dolphin Isle Marina is located in: Fort Bragg, CA Phone: 707.964.4113 Average Water Depth: The average water depth here is around 14 feet, but this is subject to change due to weather conditions. We recommend calling ahead to check the current levels before you arrive. Marine Standby Channel: Yes, the......
- Los Lagos Golf Course Los Lagos Golf Course is located in: San Jose, CA Phone: 408-361-0250 Website: http://www.playloslagos.com/ Course History: The course was designed by Brian Costello of the JMP Golf Design Group. It is a par 68 that stretches over 5,300 yards. The course was built around the natural habit near Coyote Creek......
Continue reading → Fireside Intense
October 2nd, 2008 — , Sonoma Scent Studio Updates from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
I’m still working to catch up and am making progress. I had to take time out yesterday all morning for an eye exam appointment to get new glasses for working on the computer. I haven’t had glasses for years but they do help eye fatigue so I’ve been meaning to get this [...]
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- Dolphin Isle Marina, Fort Bragg, CA Dolphin Isle Marina is located in: Fort Bragg, CA Phone: 707.964.4113 Average Water Depth: The average water depth here is around 14 feet, but this is subject to change due to weather conditions. We recommend calling ahead to check the current levels before you arrive. Marine Standby Channel: Yes, the......
Continue reading → In Focus
September 26th, 2008 — , Sonoma Scent Studio Updates from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
Turn-around time is about 4-5 days instead of the usual 1-2 because of an influx of orders. I’ll try to catch up as soon as can. I finished the label files and gave them to the printer so I’ll get a proof next week. Good to have that done!
Gardenia Musk is on hold while I [...]
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- Los Lagos Golf Course Los Lagos Golf Course is located in: San Jose, CA Phone: 408-361-0250 Website: http://www.playloslagos.com/ Course History: The course was designed by Brian Costello of the JMP Golf Design Group. It is a par 68 that stretches over 5,300 yards. The course was built around the natural habit near Coyote Creek......
Continue reading → Update
September 24th, 2008 — , Sonoma Scent Studio Updates from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
I was deciding what label format to use given the size options I have, but I think I’ve figured out a good solution. I took down a couple photos I’d posted. Now I just need to adjust all the label files!
Thanks for input from those who caught the post.
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September 24th, 2008 — , Sonoma Scent Studio Updates from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
I’m working on final label files to send to the printer for all my scents and am thinking of making a change in the text format from what I have now, pictured at left, to the text format on the right. Opinions here or emailed to me are welcome. These are quickly hand [...]
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September 23rd, 2008 — , Sonoma Scent Studio Updates from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
My cds email is showing signs of life, with the day’s emails slowly trickling in. Let’s be safe and keep using my other emails for now though.
Related Websites - Chardonnay Lakes Meadow Golf Course Chardonnay Lakes Meadow Golf Course is located in: Phone: (800) 788-0136 Website: http://www.chardonnaygolfclub.com Course History: The Lakes-Meadow course at Chardonnay was developed to give golfers of all skill levels a challenge. The course stretches out over 6700 yards and while it can be a bit difficult, even novice players find......
- Eagle Valley Golf Course, Carson City, NV Eagle Valley Golf Course is located in: Carson City, NV Phone: 775-887-2380 Website: http://www.eaglevalleygolf.com Course History: This is a truly great course that is actually two courses in one. You'll have your pick of two, and the West Course is by far the most challenging. We'll be focusing on this......
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September 23rd, 2008 — , Sonoma Scent Studio Updates from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
My personal cds email has been down since 11 am today (Tues) so I’m using my msn email addy for a while, and you can always reach me via the website email info@sonomascentstudio.com. The cds server is down but all my other emails are working.
Sent out a newsletter today!
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September 22nd, 2008 — , Sonoma Scent Studio Updates from Laurie @ Perfume in Progress
I just added Winter Woods to the site. It’s a gentler smoky woods scent than the Firesides, with a gourmand amber and woods drydown, quite delicious and long-lasting. Here’s the website description:
http://www.sonomascentstudio.com/winterwoods.shtml
For those who tested samples, it is #5, which is similar to #4 but without one earthy ingredient and with added ambergris. If you tested [...]
Related Websites - Dolphin Isle Marina, Fort Bragg, CA Dolphin Isle Marina is located in: Fort Bragg, CA Phone: 707.964.4113 Average Water Depth: The average water depth here is around 14 feet, but this is subject to change due to weather conditions. We recommend calling ahead to check the current levels before you arrive. Marine Standby Channel: Yes, the......
- Eagle Valley Golf Course, Carson City, NV Eagle Valley Golf Course is located in: Carson City, NV Phone: 775-887-2380 Website: http://www.eaglevalleygolf.com Course History: This is a truly great course that is actually two courses in one. You'll have your pick of two, and the West Course is by far the most challenging. We'll be focusing on this......
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