Make this rich homemade lotion with a pump-able consistency & luxurious rose aroma with use of a few specific ingredients to ensure a perfect texture! In partnership with Mountain Rose Herbs, learn how to make a pumpable lotion at home!…
An indulgent soak to leave you radiant and relaxed, this herbal buttermilk bath with Epsom salts is a perfect DIY blend for gifting and spoiling one’s self! Bath like a milk maiden from times past with this soothing herbal buttermilk…
A perfect DIY project, this rose scented cold process soap recipe will result in a luxurious soap with a rich and gentle lather. There is an old saying that goes a little something like this: You aren’t a real homesteader until…
Radiance & beauty with three ingredients – French green clay, rose hips & rose petals. This facial mask is a perfect DIY solution for a glowing complexion. Radiance. It’s something that we are all after, right? Who doesn’t want to…
Quince is a fruit that undergoes an enormous transformation to become something wonderful. These quince preserves are a culinary delight. The first time I made quince preserves is probably the first time I trusted the magic inherent to the culinary…
Reclaiming our homestead from years of neglect & terrible previous “fixes” makes for a harsh renovation reality check, but moments of great hope and joy. Folks, this ain’t no HGTV show. I depart for the theme of my standard homestead-y,…
Gather around for a mug of uplifting, magical hawthorn mulled apple cider to mend our metaphorical hearts during times of great sorrow and grief. They say that the proverbial veil is thinnest at this time of year. The trees are…
Plant your shade garden to these woodland medicinals and you will be pulling double duty by growing medicine and supporting conservation efforts! It is easy to conjure up images of sunny herb gardens, spilling over with blooms, a riot of…
When the cold and flu season comes around, you might find it helpful to have this elderberry immunity syrup with rose hips and astragalus in supply! It is fall now. And all the kids are in school – even the…
This blend of dried shitakes, nettle, mugwort, juniper berries, and garlic has forest flavor and tastes of all its dark, earthy, and rich goodness. Next up for my DIY culinary herb and spice blends, in collaboration with Mountain Rose Herbs: Forest…
I am an herbalist, farmer, cook, and forager. I get my hands dirty and am not afraid to do things the "hard way". Sharing my Nitty Gritty Life with you! Read More
Devon
