This traditional and very old drawing balm is all-natural and very effective on stings, bug bites, splinters, ingrown hairs, and boils. Basically, anything you want to pull out of the skin. It will not stain the skin and even has anti-biotic properties. This means that it will draw out what ails you and then protect against infection. Be forewarned, it will stain fabric! Place on… Read More »Black Magic Drawing Balm recipe
Growing up on the California coast in Monterey was magical. Both of my parents were free divers. The intertidal plants and animals were my friends and we played daily. My whole family would be on the beach most weekends. My mother, father, and Uncles would suit up and head into the Sea to spearfish. My Grandmother in her wetsuit and pitchfork would dig for clams… Read More »Of The Sea
On a recent trip back to where I was born on Monterey Bay to see family, I went walking on the beach. Firstly the sand is soooo soft at the back of the bay in Pacific Grove. And the Seaweeds are bright, beautiful, and colorful. I collected some off the beach and took it home to be dried for The Butterfly Hill. We will be… Read More »Monterey Seaweed
A DIY guide to at home Aromatheraphy that’s easy and fun. Scent has a powerful effect on us humans. The olfactory nerve connects our nose to the limbic system. The part of our brain that rules emotions. Essential oils are extracted from the aromatic essences of plants, trees, fruit, and flowers. Each has its own unique healing properties. Inside, they are able to interact in… Read More »DIY home Aromatherapy
Cold pressed, virgin and unrefined oils are best when choosing oils to infuse botanicals. Carrier oils are natural oils that don’t have much scent so when plant matter is placed in them they take on the botanical properties of the plant. AKA Macerated Oils. Cold-pressed, virgin, and unrefined oils are best when choosing oils to infuse botanicals. The most common to start with is Olive… Read More »Carrier oils
Easy recipes you can make with ingredients from your kitchen. Colds & Fever Peel an Onion. Chemicals released by cutting an onion attract water, that’s why you cry. Try cutting a large onion and lean over to allow it to clear your sinuses. Apple Cider Vinegar with Cayenne pepper and a pinch of salt in hot water several times a day as a tea helps… Read More »DIY Home Remedies
Face Fresh Grapefruit is high in Vitamin C and potassium. Slice fresh Grapefruit and rub on acne as it has mild exfoliating properties and helps to reduce toxins in the skin. Drinking fresh-squeezed juice will also help to encourage healthy skin. Cucumber is high in Vitamin C. Place slices placed on your eyes helps to reduce inflammation and eye strain. Skin conditions also respond well… Read More »DIY Home Spa
Everyone knows that Roses are associated with Love. But what about the others? People have been associating meanings to flowers for centuries. The Romans used Laurel for the wreaths they wore to signify victory. Shakespeare used many floral references in his writings to describe love. Here are some of my favorites. Aloe/affection. Amaryllis/pride. Anemone/forsaken. Angelica/call the angels. Appleblossom/preference. Aster/symbol of love or daintiness. Anemone/forsaken. Bay/glory.… Read More »Flower Meanings
