There are basically three methods of preparing Herbal Baths.
For an Infusion: Pour 1 quart of boiling water over ¼ cup of herbs, and steep for 30 minutes. Strain the herbal water, then add it to your bathwater.
For a Decoction: Combine 1 part of your herb mixture into 4 parts water, and boil it together [...]
Because of the many herbs combined, this concentrated mélange of flavours gives your Herb Salt the versatility to use in a wide variety of very tasty ways. You may find that you really like it as a popcorn topping; adding an extra ‘kick’ to stand-by favorite dishes; or, it is also very effective as [...]
Christmas is the time when we most need to take a little extra soothing care of ourselves in order to fully enjoy this festive holiday season. There is nothing more soothing and relaxing than a herbal bath to calm those rattled nerves. Here are some ideas and recipes that make perfect gift giving, and are [...]
Lavender Sachets—Lavender sachets are always a welcome gift, and several sachets kept among the linens (or hung in a closet), will impart a fragrance that makes clean sheets even more inviting. These little sachets and pillows have long been made and used by most of our grandmothers. That is another reason that the lavender aroma [...]
Herbal Love Pillow—It has long been rumored that if you wish to dream of the one you love and will eventually marry, to place a piece of wedding cake under your pillow at night. The resulting dream that night, is said to be an accurate depiction of your married life. An easier way to induce [...]
An Effective Herbal Headache Cure —Lavender has long been proven and used as an effective aid in easing headache pain. Combined with the pleasing scent of lemon verbena which is known to reduce nervous tension and lighten your spirits, and the marjoram which soothes asthmatic complaints, this is a simple to make and an effective [...]
An Herbal Pillow to Soothe the Nerves and Quieten the Brain Woodruff produces the sweet scent of hay when it is dry, and is therefore very pleasing and relaxing to the nerves. Both peppermint and chamomile are relaxing scents that are fresh, clean and calming. This is also an excellent sachet to soothe nervous tension [...]
