Spring is here and it’s brought with it delicious (and medicinal!) plants. There are plenty of amazing delicacies to be had – all you have to do is find them! Here are our top 5 plants to forage this season! … Continued
Spring has officially reached the northern hemisphere—and while many look forward to the sunshine, green grass, spring rains, and budding flowers, others aren’t so excited about the havoc this season wreaks on their immune systems. “Hay fever” happens when the … Continued
These DIY lavender bath salts are so simple to make, and might inspire you to get creative and make your own blends. Not only is this an inexpensive recipe, the ingredients are so healthy… There’s something about the simple pleasure … 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
Bath bombs are one of the easiest self care DIYs to master and there are so many ways to make yours unique. Why Calendula? Calendula has a number of wonderful skincare benefits. According to Healthline, it’s especially appropriate when it … 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
My dad and I took the kids out to pick wild plums. We brought about 2.5 gallons home and ate who-knows-how-many. Many of them were not quiiiiiiiiiiiite ready yet, so we’ll go back this weekend or early next week to … Continued