Greetings from Yiwu, China. Last week I was telling you about how confusing the names are in Bali. You can read it here: By George that's Confusing. In China today, temperatures are just subsiding after some violent storms. Earlier it was the hottest and most humid in this region's history. Yiwu was stonking hot. In the 40's.. and even with air conditioning you seem to end up a sweaty mess by the end of the day, clothes like sodden rags. It's been so hot we have had to suspend candle production in our little factory, because the wax is behaving so strangely.

Yes, the massage candles from our factory just landed. I can tell you they were a huge job. To get the product perfect we had to ship essential oils from the UK, source the very best brand soywax in China and spent weeks perfecting the blends and designing the packaging. But the response is worth it.. I'm really pleased to see so many people enthusiastic.
Plus I think Tomas in marketing at HQ Sheffield has done a great job with the web pages. Any feedback, tips or ideas on how to retail or use in spa's or therapy sessions - that we can share - would be appreciated.

Talking about Bali (where the weather is always barmy and equitable), I'm pleased to report that our new little warehouse (you may have read previously) in Yellow Coconut Village near Ubud is in full swing.
Ringo (our agent) sent me pictures yesterday..

It's great because now our suppliers - who are all small family businesses can bring finished stock as they make it, and we can pay them faster. Another advantage is that since no artisans pack the goods in cartons for export, we can now do this job ourselves (rather than the local shipping agents, who charge way too much) and ensure that quality is good at the same time.
Before you ask.. there is a container enroute, arrives possibly next week.. and yes there are Hati Hati Angels on board.
Hati Hati - means take care in Indonesian.

So until next week - I'll be in India..

Hati Hati!

Soybean Massage Candle has been carefully blended using only pure essential oils and natural plant waxes. Jojoba oil adds a tactile and luxury feel to this warm wax massage.
The ingredients are extremely rich and moisturising so a little will go a long way. Ideal for rubbing into those dry skin areas to replenish and nourish the skin. Made with the finest natural blend of waxes and only pure essential oils.