Strongest Fragrance Guaranteed!

Every fragrance Gold Canyon creates is the result to extensive research and development for a scent that lasts. Our candles are designed to burn longer and maintain a consistent fragrance from the first moment to the last, with a single 26 oz. candle designed to permeate multiple rooms of a home.

Dear Maven

Put those product questions to bed! Do you have a product question you've been dying to ask? Well look no further for the answer! Maven is your all-knowing Gold Canyon product go-to girl.

Dear Maven,

We are loving all of the new green cleaning products but a couple of questions arise. Is the All Purpose Cleaner anti-bacterial? The kitchen counters are shining, but can I eat off of them?

Homeology products do not claim to be anti-bacterial products. The reason? We love Homeology for what it was intended for—a natural, safe way to clean without harsh chemicals.

To kill germs you can bet there has to be some pretty heavy stuff involved. By law, any product claiming to be an anti-bacterial product must use specific active ingredients. We did not want to use those type of ingredients in Homeology products as they can be much too harsh for everyday use. And harsh is being polite—I’ve used some of these anti-bacterial products and I wish I’d brought a biohazard mask to save me from the fumes.

The only time I would recommend using those harsher chemicals is when cleaning up after you’ve worked with raw meat. (But only in the areas needed and only as needed.) Otherwise, think of Homeology as your main squeeze when it comes to everyday use and for clean-ups from spills.

We have chosen Homeology to be a well-balanced blend of cleaning with minimal chemicals and impact on the environment. Bonus: Homeology smells great, too. And yes, Homeology is non-toxic so you can eat off your counters after you spray them.

Happy Homeology cleaning,
Maven

Summer Catalog Part 3

Here's the third sneak peek of the Summer catalog -- out on May 1st! SUMMER 2010 PART 3

Banana Bread

Do you love the Banana Nut Bread Baking Line candle? Check out this banana bread recipe. It's the best one I've ever made.

Ingredients:
1 1/4 cups whole wheat flour
1/4 cup all pupose flour
3/4 cup sugar
1 1/2 cups mashed ripe bananas (about 3)
2 eggs OR 1/2 cup liquid egg substitute
1/2 cup applesauce
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt

Directions:
Combine dry ingredients in one bowl. In another bowl, thoroughly mix wet ingredients (including bananas). Add the wet mixture to the dry, stirring until just blended. Pour into a 9x5 loaf pan sprayed with nonstick spray. Bake for about 50 minutes. Allow the loaf to cool slightly and remove from pan. Makes 8 servings.

What's Going Away

Only a few weeks until the Summer 2010 catalog is released. Are some of your favorite scents going away? Check it out and stock up while you can1

Blooms:

Gardenia

Sunflower

Wildflowers

Market:

Apple Orchard Pear'adise

Grape

Strawberry Kiwi

Candles for Kids:

Groovin' Grape

Razzleberry

Specialty:

Candy Hearts

Jelly Beans

Marshmallow Confection

Spring Posies

Inspirations and Pillars: They are going away for good. But don't worry -- you'll still be able to find most of your favorite scents when they are repackaged as a part of the Heritage line.

Summer 2010 Part 2

Two sneak peeks in one week, because I'm behind. But you'll have to wait until next week to get the third installment. SUMMER 2010 PART 2

It's a Mystery!

I’m having a MYSTERY HOST OPEN HOUSE to celebrate the debut of the Summer 2010 catalog. Stop by to check out the new summer scents, get some “decorating with candles” ideas, and win prizes. Can’t make it? You can still enter!

The best part? Somebody will be the Mystery Host, and win all of the Host Reward dollars for the order. On May 21st, I’ll draw for the host. How are you entered?

5 Entries:
Schedule a home or book party
3 Entries:
Attend the Open House
2 Entries:
Bring a friend to the Open House
Buy a Candle for Kids
1 Entry:
Place an order
Submit an outside order for someone else
Make a donation to Change for Children.

PLUS! Bring a friend to the Open House and you and that friend will each receive a special gift.

Where? My house in Zion (I'll email you directions)
When? May 14th
Time? 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.

Will you be there??? Click on my email address in the sidebar and let me know! Or tell me if you can't make it there but you need to place an order.

Candid Corner

Check out the corner every month to see the ways the creative workers at the home office are using and displaying Gold Canyon products.

In this month’s corner—spruce up for spring!

The pretty pastels used in our new Spring Holiday candles and other spring décor items aren’t just for Easter decorating. The soft colors and designs of each holder and candle are lovely throughout the spring season. Just like your winter wardrobe, layering products (as shown here) is a great way to create a nice display. Start decorating now and beat the winter blues!

Shown here: Spring Holiday candles, pg. 35; Whimsy Flower Plate and Ruffled Candle Pedestal, pg. 36; Hobnail Easter Basket, pg. 37; Crystal Candle Stands (Set of 3), pg. 42

Summer Catalog Preview

It will be here May 1st. Here's a sneak peek. Enjoy! SUMMER 2010 PART 1

Bonus Scent Blend Recipe #2: Summer Terrace Brunch

Strawberry Rhubarb Pie – 19 oz.
Juicy Pear – 16 oz.
Lemon Dream Pie – 8 oz.
Fruit Fusion tealights – 3

Celebrate summer with this delicious spread of warm pie and juicy fruits. Like summer brunch on the terrace, this fruity blend of strawberries, rhubarb, pears, lemons and more will make you savor summer to the very end!

Dear Maven

Do you have a product question you've been dying to ask? Well look no further for the answer! Maven is your all-knowing Gold Canyon product go-to girl.

Dear Maven,
What is the shelf life of our EMERGE products? I found one under my sink that may have been there for well over a year. It seemed OK but didn’t have much of a fragrance left.

You know my first question is going to be ‘why on earth would you hide a wonderful EMERGE product under your sink?!’ On the other hand, I am glad you are concerned about still using the old EMERGE you found!

Fragrance is the first thing that starts to go when you keep your cosmetics too long. Such a waste too because the EMERGE fragrance is so wonderful. However, once fragrance is gone, that doesn’t mean the product is useless. The shelf life of EMERGE is one year but can be longer if kept in cooler conditions—the warmer environment can reduce the shelf life of cosmetics.

As long as the product smells OK and looks OK, it is generally safe to use. I know you’re probably just trying to not waste a perfectly good product, but since the renewing fragrance of EMERGE is so important to the experience, it’s probably better to just get a fresh product. I wouldn’t want you missing out on “The World’s Finest”® EMERGE experience!

Helping you enjoy “The World’s Finest”,
Maven

Bonus Scent Blend Recipe #1: Garden Party

The spring posies are popping up, the gardenias are blooming and the garden fountain is echoing a tranquil trickling sound. Create that perfect garden party ambience with this fragrance blend to calm the senses.

19 oz. Tranquil Mist
9 oz. Spring Posies
8 oz. Water Garden
5 oz. Gardenia

Back in the Swing of Things

So -- in December I told you that I was back. And then life happened. Personal and family issues made life crazy, and my Gold Canyon business had to take a seat on the back burner. But I'm back now -- and I mean it this time. So . . . watch out. I have a lot of catching up to do!

Strike It Gold!

Find a golden coin in a 26 oz. Heritage candle and you could win $5,000!
PLUS Every 26 oz. Heritage candle has an instant bonus offer featuring discounts, free shipping and more.

Sneak Peek

Check out the February Host, Customer and New Demonstrator Promos.

FEBRUARY PROMOTION

Check Out the January Promo

Extra Host Reward and candle discounts. Check out the link to the right for the details!

Happy New Year!