November December 2017 Essential Herbal (digital)

Field Notes from the Editor, Tina Sams       It's been one heck of a growing season.Bee’s Wax Solstice Ornaments, Marci Tsohonis       Mmmm... beautiful with or without scent, these ornaments will brighten your home.Cardamom, Miranda Hoodenpyl        Such a delicious, warm, and fragrant spice.  We love it!  Try the gingersnaps, syrup, and chai recipes included.Bubble Bars, TEH staff        Something fun to make with the kids.Gardening Wrap Up, Kathy Musser     Give some thought to what went right, what went wrong, and what you'd like to change.Herbal Holiday Stress Soothers, Catherine Love     The use of herbs and gentle aromatherapy can make all the difference.      Instructions for bath salts and a tea blend provided.Steak of the Wine Maker, Rita Richardson     Rita's dishes always make my mouth water, and this is no exception.Sugarplums, Karen Hegre     That imaginary confection of our childhood is here for the making!Celebrating Cacao. Kristine Brown     All the reasons we should a