Hello there! This is a post I recently wrote for the Herbal Academy, and thought my readers would like it, too! This dandelion and fennel kombucha turned out so tasty, I definitely recommend giving it a try. The link at the bottom of this post will take you to the recipe. Also, be sure to…
Herbalism
Using herbs, flowers, and plants for medicine is something I feel very strongly about, as I believe that the plant world has given us almost everything we need to stay healthy! I’m passionate about teaching others how to make their own herbal remedies and skin care products with homegrown and foraged herbs and flowers.
Learn how to make herbal salves, creams, lotion bars, soap, tinctures, and teas.
Chive Blossom Oil and Vinegar
Chives are one of the easiest herbs to grow, and I think they belong in every backyard garden. They are perennial, meaning that they come back on their own each year, and are one of the first plants to pop up in early spring. They are a great companion plant as they help to deter…
How to Make Infused Herbal Honey
Sometimes it’s the simplest things that can make a difference. Take this infused herbal honey for instance. While it’s really quite easy to make, it takes something as wonderful as honey and makes it even better! I couldn’t believe how tasty this honey became, and it really got me thinking of ways to use it….
How to Grow and Use Nasturtiums
Nasturtiums are a plant that every gardener should consider growing. Besides their beauty, nasturtiums are also edible, medicinal, and are great for companion planting in your garden. On the California coast they have naturalized, and you can often find large patches of them growing wild. I have always been amazed by this, and I wonder…
Calendula and Thyme Shortbread Cookies
I have a lot of calendula growing in my backyard. This is not a bad thing, mind you, as calendula has many uses, but my mind kept turning to cookies (whose doesn’t?). It’s probably because of this Sweet & Savory Dandelion Shortbread post by Gather that I keep seeing. That recipe definitely sparked my idea…
Homemade Rosemary Beard Oil
Learn how to make this DIY rosemary beard oil for that bearded man in your life! This is an easy homemade beauty product for men made with just three all natural ingredients – olive oil, rosemary, and tea tree oil, and it smells wonderful! The Big Book of Homemade Products for Your Skin, Health &…
How to Make Soap For Beginners + Calendula Soap Recipe
I’m going to say right now that I am no expert when it comes to making homemade soap. In fact, what you will see in this post is how to make soap for beginners. This is because I am also very much a beginner! The benefit from learning from a soap making newbie like me…
How to Cook Burdock Root
Burdock root is a terrific garden vegetable full of vitamins and minerals amazing medicinal properties – it’s also delicious if you know how to cook it properly! It’s perfect when simply roasted in olive oil with salt and pepper – the flavor is nutty with a slight chew. Learn how to cook burdock root with…
Rose Hip Whiskey Smash: Foraged Fall Cocktail
I have something really exciting for all of you today! I recently received a copy of Emily Han’s new book Wild Drinks and Cocktails, and let me tell you, this book is seriously awesome! It is all about wildcrafting herbs and plants and then making delicious drinks with them. Some have alcohol and some are…
How to Make Elderberry Mead
Mead, or fermented honey wine, is a delicious ancient fermented beverage that is easy to make! This elderberry mead, made with foraged elderberries, is a wonderful version of classic mead and perfect for the holidays. Simple Mead Making Ebook Want to learn more about making mead? I have a Simple Mead Making for Beginners eBook…