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Storing Your Herbs
Started this discussion. Last reply by Bill Norton Mar 4, 2010. 3 Replies 0 Likes
I'm sure most of you are obviously familiar with growing and drying your herbs but I found some great information on properly storing them to keep their integrity. Most dried herbs and botanicals…Continue
Recipes
Started this discussion. Last reply by Cindy Tollen Jan 25, 2010. 4 Replies 0 Likes
I just stumbled upon a great recipe: Non-Petroleum Shea Jelly 1 ounce Natural Shea Butter4 ounces Grape seed oil1/2 ounce grated beeswax12 drops grapefruit seed extract (most ingredients can be found…Continue
Handmade homegrown, What about your personal care products?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Sharabella Fini Jan 12, 2010. 10 Replies 0 Likes
Not only should we be concerned with the food we put into our bodies, but what about your personal care products? Here is a great link about parabens. Parabens are present in so many of our personal…Continue
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"wow thank you Cindy. For cooking a friend suggested freezing herbs in ice cube trays. I did a littler research and this is what I found courtesy of http://herbs.suite101.com.
Herbs that are going to be used in culinary recipes can successfully be…"
"I thought your post was great and makes a lot of since; your suggestions on storing herbs will be heeded. In the past I have always used plastic baggies for my tea leaves. I’ll be transferring them to mason jars as soon as I get home,…"
Storing Your Herbs
I'm sure most of you are obviously familiar with growing and drying your herbs but I found some great information on properly storing them to keep their integrity. Most dried herbs and botanicals have a shelf life of one year. However, if you do not store your dried plants properly they will degrade a lot sooner. Do NOT store your dried herbs and flowers in plastic containers. Many herbal or soap suppliers will ship botanicals and herbs in resealable plastic storage bags. You will need to…See More
Storing Your Herbs
I'm sure most of you are obviously familiar with growing and drying your herbs but I found some great information on properly storing them to keep their integrity. Most dried herbs and botanicals have a shelf life of one year. However, if you do not store your dried plants properly they will degrade a lot sooner. Do NOT store your dried herbs and flowers in plastic containers. Many herbal or soap suppliers will ship botanicals and herbs in resealable plastic storage bags. You will need to…See More
"Thanks for sharing! Their ingredients sound great I would love to see the ENTIRE list, however you are correct that making your own is ALWAYS best. It is certainly more cost effective to do so as well."
"If you have any problems finding ingredients, let me know and I can steer you to a couple suppliers online. Good luck and enjoy!!"
"this is awesome! thank you Cindy. I cannot wait to try this out. I am in the process of moving, but once i am settled....watch out!
Rache"
Recipes
I just stumbled upon a great recipe: Non-Petroleum Shea Jelly 1 ounce Natural Shea Butter4 ounces Grape seed oil1/2 ounce grated beeswax12 drops grapefruit seed extract (most ingredients can be found at natural grocery store, such as Sun Harvest) 1. In a double boiler over simmering water and medium heat, combine the grape see oil and beeswax, heat gently until the wax has melted, then add your shea butter. Don't overheat 120 degree is sufficient. 2. Remove mixture from the heat and add the…See More
"That would be fun; let's do it. Love."
"Thanks so much for adding category! Soapmaking party? I love it!! Thats what I do all day long and thats a whole other discussion. :)"
"hi Cindy- I just created a new category in our forums for Health and Beauty and moved this discussion! Yay!"
"I think we need to have a soap making party, Sharabella! :) Love you bunches!"
"That is wonderful, and thank you Cindy, I will definitely check it out."
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- What would you like to get out of FOOGS?
- Learn more about home gardening and help other members with my expertise in all natural soaps, cleansers, and other body care.
- What is your level of experience with backyard gardening?
- Never Done it
- If you currently grow anything, what do you like to grow?
- n/a
- How did you hear about FOOGS? (If referred by someone, please say who)
- Ty
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- At 2:01pm on December 23, 2009,
Ty Mellon said…
- Hi Cindy! I am REALLY excited to get you up and running to teach people about natural soaps, cleansers, etc.! You are gonna rock it!!
Ty
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