Where are you from and does that affect your work?

Being raised on a hobby farm in Elk River, MN until I was 12 years old meant that I spent a lot of time outside…hunting for agates, running around in the yard, and climbing trees. We planted lots of flowers and vegetables and had chickens, cows and pigs. I loved spending time looking up at the trees and the sky and to this day draw a lot of inspiration from nature…trying to keep ingredients as close to natural as possible while creating soaps and scents that bring us closer to the outdoors.

How do you define success as an artist?

For me, success has a lot to do with priorities and values. Am I able to enjoy the journey of creating and running a business while loving my family and spending time with friends and recreating? Do my products help people in their own busy lives to spend some moments of rejuvenation feeling pampered and cleaner, calmer and cozier? Am I living and producing in a way that has minimal environmental impact and brings people closer to nature? Are we giving back in a way that makes a difference in the lives of women around the world? These are the things I think about when I’m defining success for me & Blue Heron Body Home.

Love the intention behind it all. How have you developed your skill at your craft?

Earning a BA in Chemistry from the University of MN Morris has certainly helped with skill and confidence in formulating and creating products. Also, having four children and a loving husband has helped with overcoming challenges in business. Family has been my anchor and allowed me to experiment with new ideas and creations over the years and I find myself making things that ease stress and bring relief.

What’s your favorite item that you’re created, and why?

One of my favorite products is our bath butter melts. Baths hold a special place for me as I find lots of relaxation and calm in a candle lit bath. The melts are made from raw organic fair trade cocoa butter that supports the ladies in Ghana who hand process it. It is one of the smallest things (.3 ounces) I make, and it makes the biggest difference to my skin. I enter the tub feeling tired and my skin feeling dry, and I emerge feeling relaxed and moisturized. They’re pretty great!

What do you love most about Minneapolis?

Minneapolis is one of the most beautiful cities and among the best places to live in the country! We have bike trails, walking trails, green spaces, access to water and transportation, a great food scene, and artists and orchestras! It offers a place for everyone and is becoming more that way as time goes on which makes it hospitable and a great place to call home!

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