Moonrise Herbs Blog

For those of you interested in making your own medicinal preparations or looking for a good place to begin learning about the medicinal properties of herbs and plant wisdom, we can't recommend renowned local herbalist Jane Bothwell's Beginning with Herbs enough! You will learn herbal formulations, tincturing, tea blending for health and pleasure, pill and syrup making and so much about many different herbs and their specific medicinal properties. Learn more on the class Facebook event  

Stuck in a recipe rut?  Needing some fresh ideas for potluck/party dishes? We’ve got some wonderful herbal-inspired recipes that have been favorites here at Moonrise throughout the years that are sure to delight everyone’s palette!   -Almond Butter Dip- 2 cups Almond Butter (or Cashew, Sunflower, etc) About a cup of water Scallions and/or Chives/Garlic Chives Tamari sauce   Blend almond butter and water to desired consistency.  Mince scallions/chives and add to taste.  Add tamari to taste and Voila!   -Taurus Mint Cookies 1 cup butter ½ cup cup sugar ½ teaspoon peppermint extract 2 Tablespoons dried peppermint leaves 2...

Then we sit and share the feast, As we pass bread and wine around. As blessings from mingled voices... "Never hunger," "Never thirst" abound. All too soon the rite is ended, And we greet the newborn day. As we clasp hands together, This wish we send your way.... It's no matter your tradition, Be you family, friend, or guest. We wish you joy and peace, And may your Yule be Blessed!! -Isha Arrowhawk   Blessed holidays, moonbeams!  We wish you all safe, at peace and, we hope, surrounded by love this Christmas Eve.  If you find yourself of some last minute, herbal and/or gifting needs, and are up to...

The Solstice is nearly upon us and it's the perfect time to create your own Yule Log!  This ancient pagan European tradition that combines representations of the God and Goddess and the celebration and return of the Sun....and they are so easy to make! In the Celtic tradition, they would use a log of oak as a representation of the Horned God but feel free to use the type of wood that speaks to you! Here are a few of the traditional correspondences from Earth Witchery: Ash -- brings protection, prosperity, and health Aspen -- invokes understanding of the grand design Birch -- signifies new beginnings...

Last days for your chance to win! Come on down to pick up your favorite herbs, teas and perhaps a special gift and you could win a $300 shopping spree from Arcata Main Street! The rules: SPEND: $25 or more at participating businesses to qualify. For each business you spend $25 you may enter again! ENTER: By filling out the back of an entry card (or a copy) and giving it to an employee!   #moonriseherbs #arcatamainstreet #arcata #arcataplaza #humboldt #holidayshoppingspree #giveaway #shoplocal #supportsmallbusiness #seasonofwonderandlight