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☪️ Artisan Soap, ☪️ Handcrafted Candles, ☪️ Bath and Body Products,☪️ Unique Spices and Herbs, ☪️ Collectable Soap Sculpture, ☪️ Gifts and Books all inspired by folklore, food, myth, magic and hearth traditions.
Created by Author Patricia Telesco
The Secret Language of BBQ Rubs
There really isn't a secret language behind barbecue rubs. Great BBQ seasoning, however, does have a bit of food science working in its favor. A well-balanced dry rub for grilling begins with one important fact: salt is the only major ingredient that penetrates into the meat. Most of the other ingredients remain on the surface, where they create flavor, color, aroma, and that irresistible crust pitmasters call bark. How Barbecue Rub Works Every barbecue rub is really a balanc
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Aug 12 min read
Open For Speaking Engagements (on the road again)
For a while, I was off the road.... kids, sick husband, life happens. Now it's time to get back at it. If anyone is interested in having me speak at their store or an event, you can contact me at hourglasscreationsink@gmail.com My travelling requirements are listed on my author page here: https://www.stardustandsuds.com/author-patricia-telesco I also welcome Zoom and Google Meet events, and radio appearances. Please do not hesitate to reach out for more informaton. Trish
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Oct 26
Custom Orders - Look at What You Can Do!
Custom Goat Milk Soap - Deer White and Blue I had the privilege of making custom soap for a dear friend. This is different than just making batches for Startdust and Suds. It's special. Having someone trust you with an idea, create colors, mix aromas... you focus differently. You notice every imperfection and get incredibly excited when it comes out right. These are pictures: Custom Goat Milk Soap - Deer Green and Gold Custom Goat Milk Soap - Deer Copper and Orange Her Review
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Oct 11
Patricia Telesco - Author; Proprietor of Stardust & Suds. Social Media List
For those of you who enjoy specific social media platforms, here is where you can find me: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/trish.telesco Instagram https://www.instagram.com/patricia.telesco/ X https://x.com/TelescoTrish Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/ttelesco0817/ Author Page https://www.stardustandsuds.com/author-patricia-telesco Please visit often and share with others who may enjoy.
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Oct 9
TLC for Creative People: Caring for Yourself, Your Craft, and Your Creative Space
The craft room is your happy place—but happy places can become chaotic, exhausting, and occasionally hazardous. Sometimes you get fixated. (Someday I will tell you about hunting for glasses online.) Other times, your energy sucks, and you forgot snacks—and you really don’t want to stop what you’re doing and go to the kitchen. There are some things you can do to make things flow better, take better care of yourself, and maybe even make your crafting time more productive. 1. De
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Oct 3
Maybe I’m Doing Better Than I Think
What One Review About Stardust & Suds Taught Me About Trusting Myself You wake up one day with a vision, an idea, and start bringing it to life. Little by little, Stardust & Suds took shape outside my head, right in front of me. I truly enjoy every minute of making these products, and I pour that love into the soaps, scrubs, salts, and seasonings. They’re beautiful, a little luxurious, and full of intention. Even so… there’s doubt. Doubt is a nasty little critter. It likes t
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Sep 24
SURPRISE SUNDAY AT STARDUSTANDSUDS.COM- HERMES TREASURE HUNT
At 2 PM EST The Hermes Treasure Hunt begins on stardsutandsuds.com. In Greek mythology, Hermes is the Messenger of the Gods, overseeing luck, wealth, travel, invention, and a few tricks for good measure. Hermes has a secret. He knows where the lucky image is The Rules of the Hermes Hunt: Find Hermes. Win a Gift. Hermes has been sneaking around Stardust & Suds. He's hiding somewhere on the website. Find him and be the first person to tell us exactly where he is. 🏆 One winner
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Sep 13
Feeling Out of Balance? Time for a Chakra Tune-Up
Sometimes you just feel…off. Nothing is necessarily wrong, but you're tired when you shouldn't be, restless for no apparent reason, struggling to say what you mean, or feeling as though your normally reliable intuition has wandered off without leaving a forwarding address. It may be time for a Chakra Tune-up, as each of those feelings may be associated with one of seven energy centers that need a little attention. As a Kitchen Witch, I have always loved the idea that we can u
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Sep 6
Samhain Sales Event, Texas - On the Road Again (by broomstick?)
It has been some years since I stood at an event sharing ideas and information. It's time to come out of my proverbial cave. I am pleased to announce that I will be speaking and selling goods at Earth Spirit People of Texas' Samhain event, October 21-25. https://earthspiritpeople.org/samhain-festival-info/ SAMHAIN FESTIVAL OF SOULS For those who want an up-close-and-personal view of Stardust and Suds products, here's your chance if you are in the area. I am bringing Artisan H
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Sep 4
September is Self-Care Awareness Month
Many of us forget how essential self-care is to our body, mind, and spirit. Daily neglect can damage the way we feel, how we see the world, and our relationships. When you constantly put others’ needs before your own, your inner reserves start to wane. As the saying goes, you can’t fill another cup from an empty vessel. What stands in our way? In part, it’s the concept. Don’t think so big! Little things matter. A short walk to clear your mind, getting ice cream, calling an ol
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Sep 2
A BRIEF LOVE LETTER TO CANDLELIGHT
A BRIEF LOVE LETTER TO CANDLELIGHT Even as a writer, it sometimes seems impossible to explain and describe the glow of a candle. One little light transforms any space, making it softer and quieter somehow. Flickering near your bath, on the family dinner table, or in a meditative space, candlelight holds an honorable place in human experience. It was not so long ago that you couldn’t turn a switch and get light. Candles were necessities. We don’t need them now, but we certainl
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Aug 30
Natural Sweeteners For Your Kitchen
For generations, white granulated sugar was the default sweetener in most kitchens. It went into coffee, cakes, cookies, sauces, preserves, and just about everything else that called for a little sweetness. Today, however, the sweetener aisle looks considerably different. Honey, maple syrup, coconut sugar, dates, monk fruit, stevia, allulose, agave, and other alternatives have become increasingly common in home kitchens. Some people choose them for their flavor, others becaus
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Aug 28
Keep it Simple Skincare
We spend a lot of time taking care of the things we love—our homes, our gardens, our pets, even our cars. But how often do we think about taking care of the one thing that goes everywhere with us? Skin. Our skin is around-the-clock body armor, protecting us from the elements, helping regulate body temperature, and serving as our first line of defense against germs. It deserves a little appreciation and TLC. What Your Skin Does for You Did you know your skin: - Regulates body
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Aug 23
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