Moon Setting over Snowy Lavender Field—
Originally uploaded by orcangie

We spent all day in Seattle yesteday and were surprised to come home and find a crunchy snow covered island. When we woke up it was even more beautiful. From a little window over the nightstand in the Alder Room, I happened to get a [...]

Soothing Lavender Dead Sea Salt Soak—
Originally uploaded by orcangie

One of the great joys of running a lavender farm on Orcas Island is the ability to find time to enjoy projects in all different facets of the farm. Today we spent quite a bit of time out in the lavender field, enjoying the fresh air [...]

Our Gift Bag
Originally uploaded by orcangie
Today’s the last day to take advantage of our free shipping for gifts to arrive by Christmas. Of course we always offer free shipping for purchases of $100 or more, but if you want it to get there before Santa, today’s your last chance.
We are open through the [...]

lavender bath gift basket Originally uploaded by orcangie
We needed a few gifts for people who have been very special to us this year so our first step was to whip up a few of these Lavender Bath Gift Baskets.
Makenna, who’s off at college right now, spent her summer cheffing up some of the best breakfast’s [...]

My best friend Annie and I were mulling (pun intended) putting together a holiday party. Every year I make a plan to have no party as there are a million reasons why it’s just too challenging to entertain during the holidays. However, if you get infected with the Holiday Spirit, it’s really difficult [...]