The Commonplace Book: When, Why and How To Use It

This week Karen is talking about the concept of a ‘Commonplace Book’, which is a personal journal used to collect knowledge, discoveries and ideas. Karen breaks down how applying this concept to perfume making can really help you grow and learn as a perfume maker. Sharing her top tips, recommendations for equipment and everything you need to include in your book, Karen leaves no stone unturned so that you can get ahead and begin your very own book today. KEY TAKEAWAYS Karen gives a brief history of the commonplace book, how they have evolved with the introduction of the digital age and how the concept can be applied to perfume making. Karen talks about some of the considerations when creating a commonplace book and the importance of choosing a format that works for you. Karen gives tips on what to include in your commonplace book and how and why you shouldn’t just include technical details. Karen shares her top tips on making your commonplace book a central part of your perfume making practice. BEST MOMENTS  “Perfume making isn’t just about creating a pleasant scent, it’s about mastering the science behind it.” “There’s no right or wrong way to fill in your commonplace book, it’s your personal space for exploration and creativity.” “Make it a habit to regularly update your book. Consistency is the key to success.”   EPISODE LINKS Remarkable Tablet VALUABLE RESOURCES Getting Started Guide Artisan Perfumery Mastermind   ABOUT THE HOST Fragrance expert, author, teacher and speaker; Karen Gilbert runs courses in the UK and online which demystify the secretive world of perfumery in a fun and interactive way.  Karen has inspired thousands of students to explore their olfactory sense and create their own personalised fragrances. With extensive product development experience in both the commercial perfumery and the organic skincare industry, Karen is able to offer a unique insight into creating natural and mixed media fragrances for fine fragrance, room scents and skincare/bodycare products using commercial perfumery techniques. Karen is also a certified meditation teacher and has a passion for helping people to create daily rituals that integrate scent with other modalities to shift state and increase your sense of wellbeing. CONTACT DETAILS Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Email