Dear Maven - Linen Spray

Dear Maven,

Is it safe to spray Gold Canyon’s Linen Scent on wet clothes before putting them in the dryer? What about ironing? Will it discolor the fabric? 

I’m no detective, but it sounds like you may have had a traumatic experience with applying another fabric ‘freshener’ that caused unpleasant side effects for your favorite cardigan in the past. Am I right?

Well I’ve been there, and I’ve got good news for you! Other than the facts that they smell like heaven and can be used in so many other ways, another amazing feature of our Linen Scents is that they should be safe to use on clothes before putting them in the dryer.

I’ll let you in on a little secret – I actually use the spray on both dry and wet clothing. If I’m in a pinch and a little behind on laundry (which is pretty much the norm for me), I particularly like to spray one of our wonderful Linen Scent fragrances on dry clothes and throw them in the dryer for a quick freshening to get smoke or cooking odors out quickly. However, because fabrics and dyes vary, please note that it is always prudent to test a small inconspicuous area of the clothing first. Better safe than sorry!

You can also spray your clothes and then iron, but again, since fabrics vary, it is highly recommended that you test a small area of the garment first. Another important tip is to use your Linen Scent only on washable fabrics – never on dry clean only clothing. Last of all, never put Linen Scent inside your iron, as this is not the intended use for your iron and could potentially cause its mechanics to deteriorate over time.

For complete information regarding Gold Canyon’s Linen Scent or any other fabulous Suddenly Scented^® products we have to offer, be sure to check out the Product Knowledge Guide at Essentials OnLine/Action/University/Product Knowledge Guide.

New Feature - Scents

To go with the posts on Colour, I am going to be posting about Scents.  I will try to post scents that match the color, but this is easier said than done.

Peppermint Essential Oil

It serves as an energizer and can be used to treat muscle aches, fatigue, pain, gas, sore throat, digestive problems, stomach ulcers and nausea. The oil is extracted from leaves of peppermint plant and has a minty scent.

How to use: Inhalation, from the bottle, or put a couple of drops on a cotton ball in the car to keep you alert; in the bath, 2-3 drops (no more due to skin irritation). Peppermint blends well with lavender and eucalyptus.

Cautions: Avoid during pregnancy, especially the first 3 months. Do not use with other homeopathic medicines.

Product Review - Scentmate

I just received my Scentmate the other day so decided that I should try it out and post a review. I have a few events coming up and I wanted to be able to talk about this new product.

The Scentmate uses Essential Oils to scent your home.  I tried mine out with Pomegranate.  You take one of the pads, and your pour the oil onto it, about 100 drops.  There is a line on the bottle so you know where 100 drops is.  Re-assemble the Scentmate, and then put batteries into the top section.  Then hit the button and it turns on.  The Scentmate has a fan in it, so it runs the fan and puts out scent continually.  I found the Scent the same as my candles, you get whiffs of it once in a while.  Overall, I like the idea of this product and it is a great option for someone who wants scent in their home but does not want flame and is scared of the scent pods spilling everywhere.

If this product is as popular as it is expected to be, there will be more scents coming out in the next catalogue.

Peel and Reveal This Summer!

Can you imagine finding a summer sun game piece in your candle or Scent Pod^® and finding out you’ve won $5,000?

Every 16 oz. Heritage and Scent Pod has a cool instant bonus offer (discounts, free shipping and other promotional offers), but there’s more! 50 Grand Prizes include cash (up to $5,000!), electronics, sporting goods and a vacation.
Get Summer 2010 started with the excitement of Gold Canyon’s Coolest Wax promotion and all the great new summer scents to try. Check out this complete list of brand NEW scents for summer available in Heritage and Scent Pods.

NEW Summer Scent Pods:
Awaken
Burning Bright™ (EMERGE^® scent)
Currant
Grass
Harmony
Lavender & Black Ambre
Marigold
Refresh
Relaxing
Revitalize
Romantic
Sensual
Serenity
Sliced Watermelon

NEW Summer Heritage: Cedar Woods
Citrus Cream
Cranberry Flirtini
Fir Champa
French Vanilla & Buttercream
Fruit Fusion
Heather & Hyacinth
Sliced Watermelon
Sparkling Apricot
Tangerine & Spice
Tranquil Mist
Yuzu & Ruby Red

New Feature - Green

Colours play a significant part in our lives, whether it is decorating, what to wear, or even to influence our feelings.  So I am starting a new feature on here, colours and how to use them, information, and just whatever hits my fancy.

In Honour of this time of year, the first colour to be featured is Green!

What does Green Symbolize?

Life and renewal – it reminds of us of nature, growth, renewal, health and the environment. 

Green is restful and calming.  Time moves faster in a green room.

Green can be both warming and cooling.  It can denote balance, harmony and stability.  If you are looking for a springtime feel, use several shades together.

Green is self-respect and well being, as well as balance. 

If unsure of a colour choice, green is a good safe option.

Green symbolizes money.

June Specials

Home parties have come a long way since Tupperware parties

The heydays of the Tupperware party may have gone the way of the 1950s poodle skirt, but home parties are still hopping.


Instead of peddling plastic containers to seal in freshness, there are now a slew of glamorous items available to in-home shoppers, ranging from designer jewelry and country home decor to kinky adult sex toys.

And it's not just stay-at-home moms or retirees buying and selling the stuff to friends and families on Sunday afternoons. Some full-time professionals are so impressed with the quality of the merchandise, they either sell it on the side to earn a few extra bucks or host their own parties to collect free gifts.

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