Before we begin, it’s important to know that this is a fun project resulting in a small jar of Birch Syrup. This is not meant to be anything more than fun, with or without kids. We’re turning Birch Sap into delicious Birch Syrup on a very small scale. If you’re ready to make something from…
Learning how to clean rust from cast iron cookware is key to maintaining its longevity and performance. Cast iron, while durable, is susceptible to rust if not cared for properly. However, rest assured that rust is not the end of the line for your cookware because, with the right approach, you can remove it and…
Homemade vanilla extract is a simple yet flavorful ingredient that can take your baking and cooking to new heights. It’s made by infusing vanilla beans in alcohol over a period of time, allowing the complex flavors of the vanilla to blend with the liquid. Here’s what you need to know about making and using homemade…
The practice of smoke cleansing is the age-old tradition of burning botanicals, wood, and resins for spiritual and health reasons. It’s an ancient tradition found in various cultures around the world. Its beginnings are diverse, and the practice doesn’t belong to any one culture or people. In Sanskrit writings, in the Vedas, an ancient Hindu…
How gorgeous is this Homemade Calendula Salve? Not only is it great for rough, dry skin and little nicks and cuts, but that color! It’s worth making it alone for that gorgeous color, right? If you love making salves, creams, and lotions at home this is the recipe for you! Make some Calendula Salve today…
Lion’s mane mushroom benefits are as plentiful as the mushroom itself is unique in appearance and qualities. This powerful, editable fungus boasts numerous mental and physical health benefits that deserve to be explored. Also known as Hericium erinaceus, the lion’s mane mushroom has gained popularity in recent years due to its potential positive health effects….
Carrier oils are plant-based oils that dilute essential oils for safe use in topical application. Learn about common carrier oils like coconut, jojoba, and almond oil, their benefits, and tips for using them. Essential oils are highly concentrated, and using them directly on the skin can cause severe irritation. Carrier oils dilute essential oils and…
Ready to start a fragrant journey to better well-being? Follow this beginner’s guide to common aromatherapy essential oils and dive into the fascinating world of aromatic expression. Hold on to your diffuser, here we go! What is Aromatherapy? Aromatherapy uses aromatic plant extracts and essential oils for various therapeutic purposes, namely to promote health and…
Looking for a way to save a tiny bit of spring? Try making a Cottonwood Bud Balm! This balm is lovely to have on hand when your hands are dry and chapped from hard work, gardening, cleaning up, stacking wood, and so much more. Also called the Balm of Gilead, this cottonwood salve is so…
After a hard day’s work, you might have some muscle aches and pains. If you’re anything like us, then you will definitely have aches and pains. So many aches and pains. Anyway, I digress. You can easily make your own sore muscle rub on those aching muscles. Why make your own when you can just…
