Sunflower petals, calendula, chamomile and dandelions in sesame oil make for a gentle, all-purpose lotion bar, while the slightest bit of turmeric adds a faint, sunshiny boost of natural color. Made ahead of time, they're a lovely reminder of warmer months once the colder seasons start moving ... Read More about Soothing Sunshine Lotion Bars
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Plantain (herb) vs. Plantain (fruit) – The Differences
Two plants having the exact same name is pretty much a recipe for confusion no matter how you look at it. If you're wondering why it matters- well, one of these plantains makes a very lovely salve and is frequently used in a wide range of concoctions by many herbalists. The other is a starchy fruit ... Read More about Plantain (herb) vs. Plantain (fruit) – The Differences
Alpine Strawberry Ice Cream
It is hot, I am suffering, and I have many alpine strawberries. Clearly the only thing to do here is to make ice cream. This recipe is a custard-style one, which means there will be much stirring of a pot over a stove and a considerable amount of chill-time required. It's also gluten free, and ... Read More about Alpine Strawberry Ice Cream
Rosewater (& other plant experiments)
Rosewater's an easy enough project if you have a bunch of roses to spare and just a little patience. And since the method to make it's the same for any number of fragrant plants, why not indulge in a little experimentation? Rosewater Rosewater (or the closest one can get without having ... Read More about Rosewater (& other plant experiments)
How to make Celery Salt
Need some things to do with celery? Here's a way to use up a lot of it- celery shrinks pretty dramatically when it's dried, and even more when it's rendered into a fine powder, so you can fit a lot of stalks into a little jar! You will need: Celery stalks and/or leavesA dehydratorA coffee ... Read More about How to make Celery Salt