Vegan Peeps® Marshmallows with Herbal Powders

There is something I need to come clean about: I have never tried a Peep® before. I know, I know—what in the world am I doing writing a blog about the very confectionery in question? Well, let me explain! My mouth has yet to cross paths with one of those sickly-sweet, fluffy marshmallow chicks because my sweet tooth did not emerge until long after my baby teeth came and went. Although I’m not entirely sure why I did not have a particular fondness for sweets and treats growing up, I can say for certain that my adult self has developed quite an impressive sweet tooth since then! With the Easter bunny hopping right around the corner, there seems to be no better time to uncloak my newfound passion for Peeps®.

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Posted by Hailey

How to Make Foaming Hand Soap: Spring Sunshine Scent




I don’t know about you, but I am ready for all things spring!  Here in Oregon, we are just coming out of several months of rain and overcast skies, and as the spring buds and blooms begin to emerge, I dive headfirst into the season. (Even though many of us Oregonians know this as “False Spring” because we get a few wintery surprises before real spring arrives.)  Yet, I still move forward with my spring cleaning and crafting season

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Posted by Jessicka

2 DIY Body Care Recipes for Pickle Lovers

 


These pickle-themed recipes started out as an April Fool's joke, but quickly turned into a reality when I realized how many people love ALL things pickles.  Even body care! Whether you are a pickle connoisseur, or are looking for a fun (or gag) gift for the pickle lovers in your life, these simple recipes are quick and easy to craft and are a whole lot of fun to share. 

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Posted by Jessicka

DIY Facial Cream Cleanser with Blue Tansy



If you are a person who finds traditional face soap to be too drying, you just may fall in love with cream cleansers! Most conventional face cleaners strip the skin of natural oils (called sebum), which can result in unbalanced skin. This can cause a host of problems, including breakouts, redness, itchiness, and ironically oily skin! What I love about cream cleansers is that they help to remove dirt and excess oil, but in a gentle and restorative way. 

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Posted by Jessicka

How Climate Change Affects Mental Health

Strength, Community, and Hope in a Changing Climate

As the world around us shifts, many of us are feeling a deeper awareness of our connection to nature. While change can bring uncertainty, it also sparks innovation, resilience, and a renewed commitment to caring for the planet and each other. The challenges we face today are real, but so is our ability to adapt, support one another, and create a thriving future.

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Thai Boba Tea + Boba Pearl Recipe 


 
When Mountain Rose Herbs launched its organic Thai Tea, I knew I had to craft something new and special with it. When I visited Thailand many moons ago, I enjoyed a lot of Thai iced tea, and it was very different from the kind served here in the US. It didn’t have the same added spices (or food coloring)and I have to admit, I missed the added spices, but not the coloring. When I saw the ingredients in the new Mountain Rose Herbs tea, I knew I was going to have to craft something really special with it.

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Posted by Jessicka

Golden Soup Recipe

I am a firm believer that soup is one of mankind’s greatest culinary creations. When you think about it, there are not many dishes out there that are dippable, slurpable, and all-around irresistible, but soup boasts all of these qualities and then some! Growing up as a cooking connoisseur-to-be, I vividly recall soup being one of my earliest culinary experiments. However, being the rather creative and chaotic child I was, my recipes often incorporated a few unusual ingredients (the stars of my soup were grass and puddle water—if that helps paint a picture). I’ve since refined my definition of what is considered “edible” and have learned to swap grass clippings and puddles for herbs and broth. Although my secret ingredients may be a bit different now, soup still stands as my all-time favorite dish to make! 

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Posted by Hailey

Rosemary Balsamic Oxymel Recipe + Mocktail and Cocktail Ideas




One of the things I love most about the world of herbal mocktails is the fact that there are limitless flavor combinations to try. In my kitchen, oxymels are a key ingredient for mocktails: they impart a complexity of flavor that can be hard to achieve without alcohol. I enjoy experimenting with different vinegars and even citrus juices. Eventually, my kitchen explorations led to balsamic vinegar. 

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Practicing Sober Herbalism: How to Make Vinegar-Based Bitters

Bitters are having a viral moment, but rather than chewing on a celery stalk with a wry face while others douse themselves on the alcohol-based bitters bandwagon, I’m excited to introduce you to a zesty, alcohol-free contender. As a sober herbalist, I’ve come up with a powerful, sophisticated bitters blend that stands up to the hype, and possesses the celebrated digestive support and versatile uses like traditional bitters recipes. 

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Exfoliating Herbal Scrub for Ingrown Hairs

Ingrown hairs. I get them, you get them, your neighbor gets them—even cats and dogs get them! Chances are, most furry mammals walking around this planet have dealt with a pesky ingrown hair or two in their time. For me, shaving seemed to be the biggest culprit when it came to waking up to an uninvited array of ingrown hairs. No matter what direction I shaved, how many blades my razor boasted, or what fancy variety of shaving cream I slathered on, within a couple of days, my skin always found a way to proclaim its defiance towards my razor in the form of itchy, red bumps. However, all of this changed when I discovered I was missing a critical step in any well-seasoned shaver’s routine—exfoliation!

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Posted by Hailey

3 Warming Herbal Tea Blends for Winter

The winter season is a time of rest and reflection for many of us. It’s also the perfect time of year to get cozy with a good book and a hot cup of herbal tea. For me, winter is the season of tea. Whether I’m in need of a nourishing brew to help keep my body healthy or am just looking for something to cut through the chill of winter’s air, a flavorful cup of tea is just what I need. Here are some of my favorite winter tea blends.

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Vegan Peeps® Marshmallows with Herbal Powders

Hop into your herbal Easter celebrations and satisfy your sweet tooth with this vegan Peeps® marshmallow recipe featuring a colorful variety of organic herbal powders and two shocking, yet delicious star ingredients! 
WRITTEN BY Hailey

April 13, 2025

How to Make Foaming Hand Soap: Spring Sunshine Scent

Celebrate the buds and blooms of the season with this DIY foaming hand soap recipe.
WRITTEN BY Jessicka

April 7, 2025

2 DIY Body Care Recipes for Pickle Lovers

These pickle-themed recipes are sure to delight the pickle people in your life! Pickle bath salts and lip balms make really fun and easy (gag) gifts!
WRITTEN BY Jessicka

April 1, 2025

DIY Facial Cream Cleanser with Blue Tansy

In this DIY facial cleanser, we called upon one of the most underrated essential oils for skin care and aromatherapy—blue tansy!  Blue tansy oil has a divine aroma that is supportive in times of stress and long list of benefits for the skin.
WRITTEN BY Jessicka

March 27, 2025

How Climate Change Affects Mental Health

As the world around us shifts, many of us are feeling a deeper awareness of our connection to nature. While change can bring uncertainty, it also sparks innovation, resilience, and a renewed commitment to caring for the planet and each other.
WRITTEN BY Joseph Schneiderhan

March 21, 2025

Thai Boba Tea + Boba Pearl Recipe 

Assam tea, star anise pods, coconut flakes, safflowers, holy basil, and vanilla bean powder make the perfect base for one of our favorite treats—boba! 
WRITTEN BY Jessicka

March 13, 2025

Golden Soup Recipe

Nourish your soul with this vegan golden soup recipe! Packed to the brim with nutritious roasted vegetables and an enticingly aromatic blend of curry-inspired spices, this tasty and health-supporting soup is sure to make it on your meal planning list!
WRITTEN BY Hailey

March 8, 2025

Rosemary Balsamic Oxymel Recipe + Mocktail and Cocktail Ideas

Oxymels are a tasty way to infuse your favorite herbal allies. Though balsamic vinegar may not be the first ingredient that comes to mind for this herbal preparation, it is perfect for those wanting more complex and flavorful notes in their homemade vinegars.
WRITTEN BY Amanda Crooke ~ Guest Herbalist

March 4, 2025

Practicing Sober Herbalism: How to Make Vinegar-Based Bitters

When Drea Moore was creating her alcohol-free apothecary, she had to learn how to make herbal preparations in new ways. This alcohol-free bitter recipe is a great way to support digestion and makes an ideal ingredient for artisinal mocktails.
WRITTEN BY Drea Moore- Guest Writer

February 22, 2025

Exfoliating Herbal Scrub for Ingrown Hairs

Make ingrown hairs a problem of the past and reveal soft, supple skin with this exfoliating sugar scrub recipe. This recipe features skin-supportive tea tree oil and copaiba balsam.
WRITTEN BY Hailey

February 18, 2025

3 Warming Herbal Tea Blends for Winter

Whether you are looking for a nourishing brew to help keep your body healthy or are just looking for something to cut through the chill of winter’s air, a flavorful cup of tea just might hit the spot. Here are some delightful homemade tea blends to keep you warm and cozy.
WRITTEN BY Bevin Cohen - Guest Writer

February 11, 2025