DIY · Gardening · Herbalism · Urban Homesteading · Wildcrafting

Preserving Chamomile For Tea

Last week, I popped into the food co-op closest to us and browsed the bulk-dried herbs and spices. As I walked by, I saw a jar of Chamomile and gaspedā€”$29.99 a pound! The bulk bins are often sourced from Frontier Co-op, a very ethical and real cooperative. For example, you can buy their products in… Continue reading Preserving Chamomile For Tea

crafts · DIY · Essential Oils

Snickerdoodle Cookie Room Spray

It's Fall, and that calls for warm aromas. All the good smells without the calories or carbs to tempt you šŸ˜‰ Snickerdoodle cookies are so good, not going to lie, but all I need is the smell to be satisfied. It's time to get out your essential oil treasure chest and mix. Snickerdoodle Cookie Room… Continue reading Snickerdoodle Cookie Room Spray

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3d print tripod quick release plates for Manfrotto 701HDV video tripodĀ heads

Like many photographers and videographers, I have multiple devices to put on my tripods. Cameras, phone holder, video camera, and I even have a teleprompter that can go on a tripod. Because of how expensive the branded quick-release plates are for my Manfrotto 701HDV fluid video head, over the years I just kept swapping the… Continue reading 3d print tripod quick release plates for Manfrotto 701HDV video tripodĀ heads

crafts · DIY · Wildcrafting

Celebrating the Return of the Light – Winter Solstice

Every year for as long as I can remember, the Winter Solstice has been my day. As we enter November and the days shorten, it stays on my mind constantly. Into December, I watch as the minutes dwindle of daylight. In the north, the nights become very long. It's not light till almost 8 am,… Continue reading Celebrating the Return of the Light – Winter Solstice

DIY · Essential Oils

Apple Orchard Diffuser Blend

A warming essential oil diffuser blend, perfect for as we slide deeper into Fall. Plug in your diffuser, add in the oils and let the aroma surround you. Drift off into the thoughts you are outside on a crisp afternoon, getting pumpkins - and apples - out in the country. Apple Orchard Diffuser Blend Essential… Continue reading Apple Orchard Diffuser Blend