In the Apothecary

A few years ago we tried to make bath bombs and let’s just say they were one of my more epic DIY fails. We had …

When my big kids were little we used to use something we called “nose medicine” when we were stuffy, most people call it Vicks® Vapor …

In fusing herbs in oils is such a great way to add flavor, scent, color and health benefits to oils. I’ve been making infused oils …

Goodness, it’s hot around these parts! Probably not any hotter than any other June but since we’ve switched from antiperspirant to deodorant I notice the …

There’s nothing quite like slipping into a warm herbal bath after a long day. I realize some people have thing against baths and only take …

Yep, those weeds that sting bare little feet as they run over them are great for helping with seasonal allergies. I use stinging nettle in …

Poultices are a staple in our homemade first aid supplies. I like to keep a few homemade comfrey poultices on hand for when we need …

Being from the South I grew up on tea…sweet tea. In fact, I remember having sweet tea available daily but rarely drinking those fruit flavored …

Every fall I make “supplies” for the cold and flu season, and one of those supplies is a cold sore (or fever blister) remedy. This …

Last week we had a little chapped lips issue going on here. We were applying lip balm all day it seemed and still several of …