herbalism
The Magic of Mimosa: Cordial and Tincture Recipes
My love and I went a-foraging in the wild forest of invasive plants that covers the empty lot next door. This lot would be almost impassable...
This will cure cancer! Herbal Miracle Cure!
Step right up, folks! Don't be shy! I've got some amazing news for you! Crowd in closer so you all can hear! How many of you...
Freezing Chickweed for Later
Late winter and early spring is the most glorious season for Chickweed! The freezing temperatures don't seem to deter this hardy weed. Her bright green clumps...
Pamper Yourself with Facial Treatments Made with Food
guest post by John Pitt A basic facial treatment can set you back from $80 to $150. Throw in some special serums or eye treatment, and it...
Yarrow for Fever and Flu
Yarrow for Fever and Flu It seems rather innocuous, this lovely white flower, but yarrow has earned many expressive titles: staunchwort, wound wort, nosebleed, knight’s...
Yoni Steaming: An act of self love
Perhaps you’ve heard of using steam for health and beauty. There are many ways to use steam therapy, from saunas to herbal steams for the face and sinuses....
Valerian Mint Cordial
Valerian Mint Cordial or as it is called in my home: "Shut Up and Go To Sleep!" No matter how hard I try to maintain a good...
How to make Ginger Tea
There are a few teas that I make as often as I make Ginger Tea. From the moment I put the cup to my lips...
Lavender Infused Honey Recipe
If you have a fresh lavender plant, or an abundance of dried lavender flowers to use up, why not try making an infused honey that...
Let’s Talk About: How to use Lavender
Let's talk about Lavender When I think of lavender, I first think of soap. Specifically, the little, purple, seashell-shaped soaps that lived in my grandmother's...
One Gallon of Mint Wine {Recipe}
Mint, mint, mint. Once you get a good patch of mint planted, you should quickly have more mint than you can ever figure out how...
Herbs to Prevent and Treat Urinary Tract Infections
Ouch. Uh-oh. I know that small, pinching burning pain. I've felt that before. If you've ever had to live with urinary tract infections, that small...
Book Review: The New American Herbal by Stephen Orr
A lavishly illustrated modern herbal When I got my hands on a copy of The New American Herbal by Stephen Orr,...
Ask a Pixie: Seasonal Allergies and Remedies
Howdy, folks! I’ve been getting lots of reader questions and comments sent to my inbox, and so I’m beginning a new feature called “Ask A...
How do I learn about herbs?
So you want to be an herbalist or to learn about herbs and plant wisdom. Good for you! How do you get started to learn...
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