Selling At Market

For the past three weekends I have been selling my soaps at craft shows. Selling my handmade soap is one my favorite things about my job. I love meeting new people and connecting with my loyal customers. I enjoy sharing information about my soap with my patrons. I love to strike up a conversation and spark a new relationship.

Over the last five years selling at craft shows I have made invaluable connections with fellow crafters and artisans. These amazing people have offered me valued advice, have always been available to lend a helping hand when needed, and have become my cherished friends. We all check on each other throughout the day and offer moral support. It's so nice to arrive at a show and see friendly faces that are conscious of the craft show world.

The last few weekends I have been setup at Hunsader Farm Pumpkin Fest in Bradenton, Florida. This event is crazy busy and my sales have totally rocked. Everyday is completely unpredictable, which can be both terrifying and exciting, but in its own way makes the whole experience that much more thrilling. Somedays I sell tons of soap bars and other loads of body scrubs. I never know what the day may bring, which to me is super exciting.

Happy Fall You All! Smiles, Paula

Apple Pie, Anyone?

I have been super busy preparing to take part in

“The 2012 Great American Pie Festival”.

Which is taking place on April 28th and 29th 2012

in Celebration, Florida.

It is a fun filled event with a craft show, kids activities, food and contests.

Thousands of pie lovers, tasters and bakers gather together

at The Great American Pie Festival sponsored by Crisco®.

The highlight, as always, will be the Never-Ending Pie Buffet,

featuring award-winning pie, ice cream, toppings

and beverages from many fine sponsors!

I will have my booth setup at this event with handmade soaps,

organic skincare products, handmade towels,

unique dishcloths, washcloths and many more goodies.

There is nothing more american than fresh yummy apple pie.

This is one of my favorite events of the year, packed full of fun.

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Now that we are on the subject of fabulous pies,

I would like to introduce you to Andrea with Cake Walk Desserts.

She creates the most yummy pies on a stick, called Pie Pops.

So you, ask me. What are Pie Pops?

photo credit ~  Cake Walk Desserts on Etsy

photo credit ~  Cake Walk Desserts on Etsy

Pie Pops are just that... delicious mini pies, on a stick!

These portable pies are perfect for any celebration.

Whether you're entertaining for two or two hundred they are the

perfect solution for a pleasurable and unique treat.

So be the highlight of any party, or enjoy

them alone with a cup of coffee and a good book.

Either way, they're sure to make a lasting impression.

photo credit ~  Cake Walk Desserts on Etsy

photo credit ~  Cake Walk Desserts on Etsy

Visit Andrea at:

{ www.cakewalkdesserts.com }

{ Etsy Shop }

{ Facebook }

{ Twitter }

Andrea, THANK YOU for agreeing to be featured on my blog.

I am sincerely thankful for having you here on my blog at

Paula Parrish ~ Living a Blessed Life.

Aren't you just in love with Andrea’s Pie Pops?

This month Giveaway is a a 8oz. jar of

Jasmine Exfoliating Solid Sugar Cubes.

Good Luck!

Drawing will be April 30th!!!

Please remember to leave a way for me to contact you if you win, I prefer an email address.

PLEASE NOTE: Must be US resident.

Smiles, Paula

Fall in Florida

I woke up yesterday morning and the temperatures here in Florida had

dropped down to the 60s. Now that is really cold to us Floridians, brrr but I am loving it.

Fall has finally arrived in Florida.  Yippee! Yay!

All of the apples that I pickup for a healthy snacks are just so yummy this time of the year.

photo credit http://browndresswithwhitedots.tumblr.com/

We spent last weekend out at Hunsader Farms Pumpkin Fest

in Bradenton, Florida selling our handmade soap.

We are heading back to the farm this weekend to sell more soap.

We are planning to camp out Saturday night on the farm with friends.

The weather could not be more perfect for camping.

I promise that I will share with you photos from our camping adventures.

Happy Fall ! Smiles, Paula

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October’s Blog Giveaway!

Win a “Fall Bundle” from Natural Garden Soaps.

Pamper yourself at home with this handmade Fall Bundle.

These goodies include the yummy fall scent of Pumpkin Pie.

You will receive one Crocheted Washcloth,

two bars of Smashed Pumpkin Pie Soap.

To enter to win, simply leave a comment on this post or any post during the month of October.

Good Luck!

Drawing will be October 31st!!!

Please remember to leave a way for me to contact you if you win, I prefer an email address.

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