DIY nettle infusion
Nettles – yes, stinging nettles or “burning weed” – you either love them or hate them. If you are only familiar with the painful itch they can cause when they touch your skin, you’re probably not a fan. But this … Continued
How to make elderflower lemonade
Elderflower recipes are a springtime favorite – there’s only a short window of time each year when the trees are in bloom. Elderflower champagne is a very popular herbal recipe that uses fresh elderflowers. That’s why it’s such a treat … Continued
DIY essential oil bug spray
Enjoying the great outdoors is so much fun, but being eaten alive by mosquitoes and other insects definitely isn’t! Unfortunately, many of the options for repelling them are incredibly toxic and smell really unpleasant. What’s great is that you can … Continued
How to make your own herbal mouthwash (with NO alcohol!)
Mouthwash is the bomb! It’s so refreshing – but since commercial mouthwashes can be irritating, I prefer to use an herbal mouthwash with no alcohol. I love using a green tea water extract / infusion as mouthwash. You can add … Continued
DIY beet root powder makeup tips + recipes
There are so many things you can do with beet root powder. Makeup is one of the most fun ways to take advantage of beet root powder’s rich beautiful color. Beet root powder (available here) is simply dried, ground up … Continued
Eating healthy when your resources are limited.
Melina Bee raised a really good point on my post, How to Eat Healthy: I think more than just a basic understanding of nutrition, though, the difficult also lies in access to nutritious food and cost. I totally agree and … Continued
Calendula & Lavender Whipped Soap Recipe
Whipped soap is a fun addition to your self care routine and makes a sweet gift! Here’s one version you’ll love, featuring two beautiful skin-loving herbs: calendula + lavender. Supplies: 1 cup whipped soap base (Find it on Amazon) 2 … Continued
DIY Caffeine Eye Serum
Dark circles… puffy eyes… when I don’t get enough sleep, it’s pretty easy to tell with a quick glance. My solution: a simple DIY caffeine eye serum! I created this recipe after enjoying the results of another coffee-infused product. Apparently, dark … Continued
How to make fire cider
Fire cider is a traditional herbal folk recipe. It’s usually made in the fall and winter, but is useful any time one would want to support their immune system. It’s been popularized by Rosemary Gladstar, but it’s origins go way … Continued
How to Learn Herbalism – Herbal Resource List
I’ve always loved looking to plants for nutrition, medicine, beauty, and the host of other benefits they offer. It’s incredibly empowering to be able to create your own medicines, personal care supplies, and household items using plants. There are a … Continued