A tincture is made up of a concentrated herbal liquid. Tincturing plant material preserves and concentrates the main properties of the herb. This allows tinctures to be longer lasting and more effective as supplements. Typically, tinctures that are comprised of … Continued
Tending your herbs after a long day is a mindful, restorative way to welcome calm in a world where we can become incredibly disconnected from nature. Perhaps its time to invite a little bit more of Mother Nature’s spirit indoors and … Continued
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
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
I love blending essential oils to diffuse in my home based on whatever effect would be helpful that day… or just what sounds good at the time! Lately, for obvious reasons, I’ve been gravitating toward holiday scents – cinnamon, peppermint, … Continued
Want to get your friends and family interested in making natural products? Try hosting a Make and Take Party! During your party, guests will see, smell, and maybe even taste all the herbs and oils you already know and love in a … Continued
Herbal extracts can take your recipes and beauty DIYs to the next level – it’s so easy to add different flavors and scents with just a few drops. It’s really simple to make your own extracts, too! Whether you want … Continued
Peppermint lip gloss is so yummy and refreshing. It makes a great on-the-go gloss that’s perfect for tossing in your bag. Most of the recipes I’ve seen for Peppermint lip gloss contain Peppermint essential oil. They seem a little strong … Continued
It’s nice to have an arsenal of unique and refreshing beverage recipes – plain old lemonade and iced tea are delicious, of course, but it’s so much more fun to spend all summer drinking a wider variety of ice-cold herbal … Continued
Sage is a common culinary and medicinal herb, but the word “sage” actually applies to a whole family of plants. There are some sage plants that you can eat. Others are more ornamental. The Latin name for the sage family … Continued