Where's Batty?

(This was first posted at my Batty's Bath Blog.

It includes some references to my soap biz, and

links within my soap blog.)

Studio Update, originally uploaded by She's Batty.

A pic of me working earlier. I've been so busy that the studio has been my second home for the past few months.

I have to apologize for the lack of updates on the blog! I haven't had time to cook up some interesting content because I've been so busy! I thought I should update everyone as I predict that things wont slow down for me until January.

Many of you know that I have Ankylosing Spondylitis and Fibromyalgia. I mention this because as I get busier, my flare ups become more frequent and intense. Right now I'm on a loop of recovering, restocking, doing a show (read: provoking a flare up), and starting all over again - recovering, restocking, show.

As you can imagine that the recovery step takes more time every time the loop cycles. Right now I have an average of 3-4 shows/home parties per week plus restocking in between and managing my online shop. As the recovery process takes longer, the less stock I have at each show, and the more stressed out I become - After all, I want to make sure everyone has all the pampering goodies they are looking for!

Things are certainly a whirlwind right now and I'm so thankful that my little business is doing so well! I'm also thankful that things should slow down and get back to normal in the new year. Being super busy with orders is amazing, but not when my health suffers because of it. I've already figured out a few things to do differently in the new year to make things more balanced. I have to look after my health first and foremost otherwise not only will I burn out, but nobody will get to enjoy my batty creations!

In the new year, I'll reduce the amount of shows I do by half - yup, you read that right, I said half! I feel that since local supporters can order from my online shop (with free delivery), book a home party, or shop at Weezi's 6 days a week, this shouldn't impact regular local customers too much (at least this is my hope). I still plan to be at the Covent Garden Market once a month, so no worries there for all the wonderful people that come out every time I'm there! I've decided to reduce the number of shows I book because this decrease will give me more time to fill orders, connect with customers, and take care of my health without taking away from the needs of my business.

Please accept my apology for the lack of updates and interactions. I'm really trying to make sure everyone who wants Batty's Bath goodies for the holidays has them - thankfully, due to all your support - that's a tall order to fill :) I'm sure since your bathrooms are smelling great, your skin is smooth, and your hair is looking great you don't mind the lack of interesting blog content ;) hehe.

Thanks again for all your support everyone! The blog will get back to "normal" as I have time, and if there's anything you'd like to see here (content and subject matter wise), don't hesitate to late me know. The blog survey is still a a great way to have your voice heard!

Happy Holidays everyone!
Be well :)

Video Update for July

An update about what I've been up to lately (craft shows, production stuff, etc), what's coming up in my little world of handmade soap (including craft shows), and all the great locals here in London, Ontario!

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*~*~*~* Links to Things Mentioned in the Video *~*~*~*

Batty's Blog
http://battysbath.blogspot.com

Batty's Bath Fan Page
http://www.facebook.com/battysbath

Batty's Bath
http://www.battysbath.com

beStuffies
http://bestuffies.etsy.com
http://www.bestuffies.com

Weezi
http://weezi.etsy.com
http://www.weezi.com

Scissor Kitty
http://www.scissorkitty.com

Local Loving

Drew and I finally had some days off together so we totally took advance of this rarity! We got out and about to a few of the local hot spots that we've been wanting to check out. Our first stop was the new Relish restaurant. They had their grand opening on June 11th and I had heard so many good things about them since then! Good news travels fast! I love that a "veggie burger" isn't some after thought at the bottom of the menu - any of their burgers can be a veggie burger! They have 40 different "burger topping combos" and you choose what type of patty you'd like. Drew and I have a hard time finding places that we both like so Relish was SO refreshing because we both loved everything we got! We'll definitely be back again soon :)

Next on our list of places to visit was Weezi (also see her Etsy shop here). Lisa and I had become "twitter friends" but hasn't meet in person yet so Drew and I took the opportunity to walk up to her shop on Friday. I've got to say it's one of the funky and cutest places I've been in a long time! Lisa and I hit it off right away in person and you'd swear we had known each other for years! It's so great meeting like-minded people who are also just a few blocks away!! I seriously can't tell you how excited I've been lately about connecting and forming friendships with such amazing people like Lisa, Erin, and Brandy! You girls all rock my world!

If you're in London, Ontario and haven't been to Relish or Weezi yet, get your butts down there!

Relish is located at 135 Wortley Road.

Weezi (shown in the picture->) is located at the corner of Albert and Richmond Rd. (right above Prince Al's). Let Lisa know "batty" sent ya! ;)