HSMG 2009 Conference News!!

July 25, 2008
From The Conference Committee Chairman
As plans for the 2009 Conference in Palm Springs, California are underway, it is with great pleasure that we announce the Keynote Speaker, Erin Brokovich. Her appearance is generously sponsored by Essential Wholesale.
Erin is best known for 2000 movie "Erin Brockovich" starring Julia Roberts and Albert Finney which portrayed her work in the successful class action suit agains PG&E in California for the contamination of ground water with Chromium 6. For more information on Erin, see her website at www.erinbrockovich.com
Erin will deliver her keynote presentation on Tuesday, May 12th, at 9:00AM to kick off the conference, with a Q&A Session directly following her speech. Erin uses her notoriety to spread positive messages of personal empowerment and encourages people to stand up and make a difference. You can be sure that this will be a presentation not to be missed! More details will be posted as they become available.
The 2009 Conference will be held at the beautiful Miramonte Resort. The HSMG has secured a special rate for rooms for conference attendees. To make your reservation at the hotel, call them directly at 800-237-2926 and mention you are coming for the "Soap Conference".
For more information see the 2009 Conference pages.
To register immediately, go to the shopping cart conference registration page.
This is a conference not to be missed! Seats are limited (due to the size of the hotel) and the best rates for registration are available now, so don't wait!
We hope to see you there!
Leigh O'Donnell,Conference Committee ChairmanLeighO@Soapguild.org

The Most Important Habit for Vibrant Health

"The major element in eradicating disease from society has been changing our lifestyle habits. Glaring examples exist. Medical doctors who learned to wash their hands (circa 1850) with soap and water before each examination of a new mother caused disease rates among newborn babies to plummet. " From "The People's Chemist", By Shane Ellison, M.Sc.


WOW! - A simple thing like washing hands saves lives. Add natural anti-bacterial and anti-fungal essential oils for added good health. See, I told you this is a very important hobby!!!

Tired of the same things??

Tired of the same things??…Come to the Acupressure Facelift Workshop and experience a holistic, non-surgical approach to youth and well-being. Learn techniques you can use to look younger and feel rejuvenated!


Monday, August 4, 2008, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
23 Edgecomb Road, Binghamton NY 13905

Experience these self-directed relaxing methods to treat your face. Facial creams and essential oils (optional) will be provided and also available for purchase.

Jan Fiore will demonstrate using special essential oils and the “Soap Lady”, Maria Gelnett, will share special techniques for healthy skin care using MSM lotion she makes.


Call 607-797-9357 or e-mail jfiore@stny.rr.com by August 1 to reserve your space

Cost $10.00

Got the Wine!

August 3 at 1:00 pm - Wine soapmaking class at the Chenango Forks location. We currently have two attending. If you are interested in more information, please let me know. I have a burgandy oxide and chardonnay scent. Yes, I got the wine.

Cortland BOCES Advanced Soapmaking Class Orders

Even though the McAvoy Center class will not be held, if I get enough orders, I will drive up and meet you the parking lot. Just email me at angelicglow@stny.rr.com or the new number at 204-0343. Hand Scrub soap and Pet/Gardener's soap is popular this time of year! Check out the link for the ingredients.

http://www.angelicglow.com/shop/view_product.php?product=211

http://www.angelicglow.com/shop/view_product.php?product=209

Announcing the new HSMG Lye Calculator!

There is a non-member version of the HSMG Lye Calculator available in the "Industry" section of the Handcrafted Soapmaker's Guild website. It doesn't allow for specification of an exact SAP value and a few other things, but it's still a great lye calculator. It's available to anyone who wants to use it.

http://www.soapguild.org/industry/lyecalculator.php