Wildcrafting in Winter – The Shoestring Herbalist
The snow-covered landscape may look barren to the inexperienced herbalist but seasoned plant hunters are busy wildcrafting in winter.
Balm of Gilead Oil Revival – The Shoestring Herbalist
Balm of Gilead oil is an easy to make and easy to use herbal remedy for a host of skin issues. It's antimicrobial properties are vast. Normally, an herbalist will collect the cottonwood buds, place them in a jar and top them with an oil that absorbs easily into the skin.
Sustainable Herb Gardening – Shoestring Herbalist
Where ever your dream leads you, be sure you are bringing a healing legacy with you. Plants do not acknowledge property lines and can be a problem if they move out their planned area. Below is list of sustainable gardening tips for the smart herb gardening.
Daylight Grave Diggers – New Life in an Old Cemetery – The Shoestring Herbalist
I parked my car at the foot of the Masonic cemetery's steep hill. I could easily see the gates of mausoleum from the road. I grabbed a bucket and digging tools from the back seat and worked my way up the foot path pausing to listen for the sound of voices. Two older women joined me. We were late and after greeting each other, we hurried up the path to join the others. We were among the invited.
How the Energetics of Elderberry and Elder Flower Prevent Flu
Modern herbalists turn to Elder during flu and cold season as a powerful preventative and cure. Elderberries are added to teas for daily consumption to build the body's strength, citing scientific studies that show Elderberries help strengthen cell walls by…
Wildflowers in Oregon – The Shoestring Herbalist
It takes a practiced eye to find some of the hidden flowers of the natural world but it is well worth the hunt. There are classes and courses offered through colleges but the cheapest and most effective way to learn…
