March 2020 – Blackbird's Backyard Pharmacy

Candied Orange Peel

I can’t believe we never tried to make these before. Not just because they are so easy and kid friendly but also because candied orange peel tastes fantastic. They are pretty too and would make a great gift (especially if they were dipped in dark chocolate). We are each eating about one orange and day.Continue reading “Candied Orange Peel”

Aromatic Beads Made From Dried Herbs

I am amazed at the ideas I find online sometimes. This is such a simple and easy project to do with older children. Just be aware that beads can be a choking hazard and that these ones should not be teethed on either. Depending on your ingredients they may break or crumble over time or withContinue reading “Aromatic Beads Made From Dried Herbs”

The Herb Fairies Have Arrived

There are two things that I have been resisting for way too long. Buying the Herb Fairies series of books and formally apprenticing my girls in herbal medicine. I started studying herbal medicine when I was twelve years old. I am glad that I did not really start our formal studies any sooner as theContinue reading “The Herb Fairies Have Arrived”

Spring Green’s Tea For Grounding

This morning I woke up very anxious. I proceeded to spill an entire bag of dried thyme on the floor, tip a cup of tea over on the counter, and slice open my finger when I opened a drawer-all before breakfast. I went outside to harvest ingredients for a tincture and realized that I was notContinue reading “Spring Green’s Tea For Grounding”

Staying Busy With More Tinctures

It used to take me so much time to extract my tinctures but my new press really speeds up the process. I am not sure if it does a better job than my hands but it sure is easier with less wear and tear on my wrists. Our family is now practicing self isolation toContinue reading “Staying Busy With More Tinctures”