DIY Aromatic Fire Starter Basket
Posted on24 Nov 2021
One of the coziest traditions of this season is welcoming the winter days with a warm, crackling fire. How about putting some […]
DIY Savory Herbal Whipped Butter Recipe for Holiday Cooking
Posted on19 Nov 2021
If you are looking for a special herbal indulgence to enjoy this season, herbal whipped butter is just the thing! You can […]
Soothing Herbal Cough Syrup with Elderberry, Elecampane, & Licorice
Posted on21 Sep 2021
This herbal cough syrup recipe features a lovely and effective blend of elder (Sambucus spp.) berry, elecampane (Inula helenium) root, and licorice […]
Stay Calm Adaptogen Syrup with Ashwagandha and Eleuthero
Posted on05 Jan 2021
Provide your body with the tools it needs to improve its stress response through an adaptogen syrup. Adaptogens are those herbs found […]
Nettle Leaf Nursing Tea with Oatstraw and Alfalfa
Posted on22 Dec 2020
Nursing tea, sometimes referred to as lactation tea, is an herbal tea blend thought to promote milk supply in nursing mothers. Nettle […]
Homemade Nipple Balm with Calendula and Marshmallow
Posted on20 Dec 2020
None can know the pain of cracked nipples from nursing, and the overwhelming relief of good nipple balm unless they’ve been there. […]
Stress-be-Gone Herbal Bath for New Moms
Posted on13 Dec 2020
This relaxing herbal bath blend for the new mother is composed of three well-known aromatic nervines: chamomile (Matricaria recutita) flower, lavender (Lavandula […]
Mom’s Chamomile Tea Recipe with Lemon Balm and Linden Flower
Posted on12 Dec 2020
Chamomile tea made from chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla) flower with lemon balm (Melissa officinalis) leaf and linden (Tilia cordata) flower and bract is […]
Mom’s Raspberry Leaf Tea with Lady’s Mantle and Mint
Posted on10 Dec 2020
Raspberry (Rubus spp.) leaf mixed with members of the rose and mint families come together in this new mother’s tea recipe, making […]
Soothing Herbal Sitz Bath for New Mothers
Posted on06 Dec 2020
You can blend together botanicals celebrated for their relaxing aromas and cooling astringent properties to create a soothing herbal sitz bath. Both […]
Easy Cinnamon Homemade Applesauce
Posted on23 Nov 2020
A perennial favorite among children, homemade applesauce is simple to make. Adding cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum) provides a nutrient-rich warmth that’s sure to […]
Herbal Spiced Apple Cider Recipe with Cinnamon, Chamomile, and Astragalus
Posted on18 Nov 2020
There’s something comforting about a warm drink on a cold night, making spiced apple cider the perfect beverage for a cool fall […]
Healthy Homemade Caramel Apples
Posted on17 Nov 2020
Homemade caramel apples are a firm fall favorite and a fun way to eat freshly picked local produce. Herbalist Brigitte Mars (2010) […]
French Apple Cinnamon Tea
Posted on16 Nov 2020
This French Apple Cinnamon Tea recipe calls for cinnamon, apples, and honey, providing a little crispness with a dash of sweetness and […]
4 DIY Edible Herbal Gifts To Make At The Last Minute
Posted on23 Dec 2019
The holidays are truly in full swing! Hanukkah celebrations are well underway and Christmas is right around the corner, with Kwanzaa right […]
8 Ideas to Create a Natural Holiday Home
For many of us, one of the warmest traditions of the holiday season is welcoming in this special time of the year […]
How to Enhance Holiday Cooking with Herbs
Whether you are hosting a holiday meal this year or looking forward to making some festive dishes to enjoy throughout the season, […]
8 Herbal Holiday Preparations to Start Brewing Now!
Posted on03 Dec 2019
The holiday season can feel like a whirlwind with the days tumbling from one to the next, and if you are anything […]
26 Handmade Valentine’s Day Ideas: Gifts, Recipes, and DIYs to Show Your Love
Posted on06 Feb 2018
Valentine’s Day and flowers go together with delightful ease! This combination is no surprise—flowers and other plants have long been embraced for […]
Herbal Compresses and Fomentations: What They Are & How To Use Them
Posted on30 Jan 2018
Pulled muscles and painful spasms, a bad run-in with the pavement, or a nasty cough all call for a little extra loving […]
Coloring to Learn: An Herbal Coloring Book Review
Posted on05 Dec 2017
Herbalism is a truly beautiful endeavor. The plants speak to us through our senses with a combination of aroma, taste, color, and […]
6 DIY Recipes For Gentle Herbal Support for New Moms
Posted on01 Sep 2017
The transition into motherhood is a profound time in a woman’s life. Whether she is welcoming her first baby or her fourth, […]
34 Ways To Use Roses
Posted on11 Aug 2017
Summer heat means decadently fragrant roses are in riotous bloom! What could be more lovely than the full blossom of a rose? […]
Keep Cool This Summer With A Homemade Floral Body Powder
Posted on05 Jul 2017
Summertime finds forests, fields, and gardens flushed with the vivaciousness of all the things green and growing. With this life-filled energy comes […]
9 Edible Flowers And How To Use Them
Posted on09 Jun 2017
The use of edible flowers in cooking is an act of pure earthly delight! Fragrance and sheer beauty combine to create a […]
St. John’s Wort: Not Just For Depression
Posted on15 May 2017
Stumbling upon a field of wildly growing St. John’s wort (Hypericum perforatum) is like discovering a ray of Earth-bound sunshine. Profuse bright, […]
What Exactly Are “Parts” in Herbal Recipes?
Posted on05 Apr 2017
In the sleepy morning hours, I often find myself brewing a warm pot of tea to accompany me through the day. Spoonfuls […]
5 Herbal Books For Parents Who Want To Support Their Child’s Health Naturally
Posted on01 Mar 2017
As parents, we all want what is best for our children. For those of us who turn to herbs for life’s little […]
5 DIY Floral Body Polish Recipes
Posted on03 Feb 2017
“The earth laughs in flowers” Ralph Waldo Emerson Flowers are delightful, bringing joy to a weary soul. Savor the beauty of flowers […]
18 Herbal Teas To Help You Stay Healthy This Winter
Keeping our bodies healthy and strong during winter can be a challenge! Thankfully, there many wonderful herbs that we can use to […]
