Interestingly enough, I found myself gazing at an adorable little mushroom-covered tree skirt in November, of all months. Not even a jingle bell …
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Many years ago farmers called June 24th “Midsummer Day,” as it marked the halfway point between planting and harvesting. As such, it was a time …
In the language of flowers, hellebore means, “calumny (false accusation) slander.” The name, hellebore, is derived from the Greek ἑλεῖν …
I have nothing against the Druids. But it must be said that (apart from the practice knocking on wood for good luck) they have contributed …
I’ve asked five blog contributors to share their favorite herb-related gift ideas. HSA’s blog will be running one per day during the first week …
The yarn is made from the peppermint plant. But, it doesn’t smell like peppermint.
Every Christmas I craft gifts for family and friends. In previous years I’ve made scarves, herbal sachets, infused liqueurs, jams and jellies. …
When I was researching Winter Solstice I learned that Amanita muscaria mushrooms play a meaningful role in today’s Christmas tales. In fact, …
Packaging and presentation of herbal liqueurs is as important as the product. Here’s what I’ve learned …
Again this year, The Herb Society of America is offering “The 12 Days of Christmas Countdown-to-Savings”, a sale offering daily great deals on …
It’s synchronicity … a meaningful coincidence … that I’m finding lavender everywhere. Or perhaps a trend that I didn’t know about?
In …
In mid-August I was at a garage sale full of 1940s and 1950s household paraphernalia. Among the milky salt shakers, bakelite jewelry and vanity …
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