Herbal blog
In this blog, you’ll find my personal thoughts, herbal recipes, practical tips, and stories from the world of herbal medicine. I hope these posts spark your curiosity, help you feel closer to nature, and support your journey in learning more about herbal traditions.
The Crafty Herbalist Academy - Recent Posts
Exploring the Vagus Nerve: Herbal Wisdom and Neurological Health
The vagus nerve stands as a central figure in our autonomic nervous system, orchestrating a wide range of bodily functions from heart rate regulation to digestive...
Baskets full of Elderflowers, and the stories they carry
Baskets full of Elderflowers, and the stories they carry The elder tree is flowering again. Tucked into hedgerows, half-lurking near footpaths and forgotten boundaries,...
Elderflower Raspberry Cordial
We all adore the unique summery taste of Elderflower, but cordial recipes are often rather heavy on the sugar front. On the positive side, this does allow you to...
Recipe – Elderflower Polenta Cake
Embrace the Flavours of Spring with Elderflowers! As the days grow warmer and the countryside bursts into bloom, there’s no better way to celebrate the arrival of...
Enchanting Linden (Tilia species)
The Linden tree is a symbol of summer with its heart-shaped leaves and clusters of fragrant, yellow-white flowers. Found across Europe, this tree is celebrated not only...
Sweet woodruff – a memory in the linen cupboard
Sweet woodruff - a memory in the linen cupboard There are some plants you learn first from books, with their Latin names and tidy lists of actions. And then there are...
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