Herbal Homekeeping ~ Lavender Love

Lavender is one of the best loved herbs, and for good reason. Lavender, named by the Romans from the latin- lavare, meaning to wash, is used for many cleansing purposes.  Used in the bath or laundry, lavender gives a soothing, clean fragrance. Lavender sachets or bags- a small pillow filled with dried lavender, is a pleasant way to scent...
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Thinking Spring

Spring weather is popping in and out at my house these days.  These warm, breezy days bring out the gardening bug in me quickly.  I am ready to plant a new herb garden; but first a garden spot has to be established and the soil prepared.  I prefer no-till or lasagna gardening, but since we are going from established yard to...
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