Lilac Blossom Perfume
Port Angeles, in the month of May is alive with the delicate color and aroma of old-fashioned white and purple lilacs (Syringia  vulgaris). My daily walks through town to see my mom takes me past many of these venerable botanical members of the community. Year after year, through several generations, these sweet lilacs have quietly displayed their scent and beauty in the many modest gardens which make up this small town.
The shrub/tree (as some of the ones I came across were 10 feet or more in height) captures the spirit and beauty of a more innocent and gentle time and a whiff of their perfume has many pleasant associations for people who have grown up in places where they flourish.
In exploring different fragrant nuances that characterize lilacs, I began to assimilate in my mind a selection of natural essences that might be used to create an "impression" of the ambiance created by these lovely flowers. The following Lilac Blossom Perfume recipe is an endeavor to capture something of their beauty. More...
July 2010 Update
Dear Friends-
Suzanne and I send our kind greetings with hopes that all of you are enjoying summer (or winter if South of the Equator).
As several customers have asked when I might offer them again. I am considering placing an order for the traditional distillation of: Ruh Motia(Jasminum sambac),
Ruh Juhi(Jasminum auriculatum) and
Ruh Chameli(Jasminum grandiflorum)
These are costly materials so I will only order them if enough customer show interest. No one need pay in advance--but they must contact me by July 7th so I can place the order.
The extractor in Bulgaria informs me that soon he will be sending a sample of the White Rose CO2 select for our approval. As soon as I have more information about prices, etc. I will inform all of you who have preordered what promises to be a rare olfactory gem.
Specials for the month of July are listed below. All prices listed apply only to the quantities specified. More...
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