Herbalism in the home
Simple Plant Medicine for Family Care
Learn herbalism from the comfort of home with our online course, Building Your Home Apothecary. Whether you’re just beginning your plant journey or you’re a budding herbalist, this course will help you expand your herbal foundations, learn medicine making, connect with the seasons, and become a confident forager.
How would it feel to know your body, understand the messages it’s sending you, and intuitively know what plants could offer support?
What would be possible for you if you were able to find better health and a richer state of being with the aid of wildcrafted remedies from your backyard?
Have you dreamt of creating your own home apothecary?
For years now, I’ve been making and selling herbal remedies both online and at local markets. I love offering alternative solutions for everyday health issues and introducing people to these plant remedies. It’s always exciting to hear my customer’s success stories and know my creations are making a difference in their lives.
But I’ve always felt as though something is missing. For me, making medicine IS the medicine itself and I realized that sharing this knowledge is my true passion.
introducing our ONLINE BEGINNER-Intermediate herbalism series
Building Your Home Apothecary
In this nine-part series, you’ll learn the foundations of First Aid, Digestion, Anxiety & Sleep, Cold and Flu, Pain & Inflammation, and Pregnancy, Children’s Care, Perimenopause, and Men’s Health. Each of these classes comes with a workbook full of herbal formulas and well-tested recipes for making your own remedies. These are the exact same recipes I use for the products in my shop!
After taking these workshops you’ll have a strong understanding of how your body works, what plants and remedies to use, and feel confident applying this knowledge to help yourself and your loved ones.
What’s Included
In each module, we’ll dive into the anatomy and physiology of the class theme, giving you a solid overview of how your body works. I’ll also share my favorite plants for each topic, including their herbal actions and energetics, along with all the information you’ll need to know to choose the best plant for targeted support.
Each class also comes with a workbook filled with instructions, including recipes, formulas, and details for foraging and/or growing each plant.
Learn all about herbal first aid, which plants to use for acute care, along with tips on how to identify, forage, and process those plants.
We’ll cover bug bites & stings, wound care, allergy response, how to treat acute pain & inflammation, along with trauma-induced stress & fear.
You’ll receive all the recipes and formulas you’ll need to create your own herbal first aid kit!
Stress, anxiety, and insomnia present differently for each individual. This is why there’s no magic remedy that works for everyone! In this class we’ll talk about the root causes and why so many of us are dealing with these issues.
We’ll discuss the anatomy and physiology of the nervous system and learn how to identify and understand tissue states and energetics. These tools will give you the information you need to find the right plants for you and begin your journey of relief from these chronic issues.
It seems like just about everyone is suffering from some type of digestive upset. Let’s look at the reasons why this has become so prominent and what steps we can take while preparing our food to help alleviate these problems.
We’ll learn how the digestive and nervous systems work together, and what herbs you can use to support your body’s natural processes.
Learn how to connect the dots between symptoms, tissue states, and what herbal actions to look for in your plant medicine.
Colds and flu happen to us all, but how can we prevent common occurrences and keep symptoms to a minimum? How can we support our bodies during each phase of illness? Why are fevers vital for our health, especially in children? Why do we feed a cold and starve the flu?
Let’s take the mystery out of these common ailments!
We’ll learn how our immune and lymphatic systems work together, and how we can use that knowledge to build our immunity and care for ourselves and our loved ones during times of illness.
Inflammation has developed a bad rap recently due to the increase in chronic inflammation and autoimmune disease.
The truth is, inflammation is our body’s very own built in alarm system! When we experience inflammation we need to become detectives and figure out what is happening in our bodies.
Let’s take a look at how our immune system works, what we can do to support our bodies, and what remedies can ease our discomfort.
I’ve been a mom for 27 years! Using natural remedies to help my children was important for me from the very beginning.
In this module, we’ll talk about all the common issues that arise. From colic and cradle cap in newborns, ear infections and teething in toddlers, to cuts, scrapes, and belly aches in older children.
We’ll also talk about why getting sick is an important part of childhood, why fevers are good, and what we can do to keep them comfortable during illness.
Imagine having a cupboard full of handmade herbal remedies to support you & your family.
I want to empower you to make your own medicine so that you can care for yourself and your loved ones. Herbalism is the people’s medicine after all and knowledge of how to practice this art should be shared far and wide. Can you imagine what the world would look like if there was an herbal medicine maker in every home? That’s what Building Your Home Apothecary is all about.
Modules
Building Your Home Apothecary offers a combination of pre-recorded workshops and live classes.
First Aid
The plants we’ll be covering in this module are Yarrow, Herb Robert, Plantain, Calendula, California Poppy, St Johns Wort, and Lavender.
Some of the remedies you’ll learn to make are First Aid Wound Spray, Clay Poultice for Bites & Stings, CBD Pain Salve, Migraine Roller, along with Wound and Healing Salves.
Digestion
The plants we’ll be covering are Dandelion, Yellow Dock, Burdock, St Johns Wort, and Oregon Grape Root.
Some of the remedies you’ll learn to make will be Spiced Dandelion Bitters, Prebiotic Elixir, Upset Belly Rub, Yellow Dock Iron Syrup, Tummy Trouble Tea, Liver Support Tea, Nourishing Herbal Infusions, and Herbal Bone Broth.
Stress & Sleep
The plants we’ll be covering are Hawthorn, Motherwort, St Johns Wort, Tulsi, Lemon Balm, California Poppy, Milky Oats, Lavender, and Valerian.
Some of the remedies you’ll learn to make will be Goodnight Tea, Anxiety Tincture, Magnesium Oil Spray, Hawthorn & Motherwort Elixir, Milky Oat Tincture, Sweet Dreams Salve.
Cold & Flu
The plants we’ll be covering are Elder, Marshmallow, Arrowleaf Balsam, Cottonwood, Fir, and Yarrow.
You’ll also learn to make Elderberry Syrup, Fire Cider, Hot Toddy, Ginger Lemon Tonic, Fir Immunity Elixir, Sore Throat Tea, Dry Spasmodic Cough Syrup, Sore Throat Spray, Just Breathe Chest Rub, + nourishing soups!
Inflammation/Pain
Some of the plants we’ll be covering in this module are Arnica, St Johns Wort, Willow, Bleeding Heart, Cayenne, and Valerian.
Some of the remedies you’ll learn to make will be Tiger Balm, Willow Tincture, Golden Milk Electuary, Arnica Massage Oil, Anti-Inflammatory Tincture, Migraine Tincture, Migraine Roller, Magnesium Oil Spray, and CBD Pain Salve.
Pregnancy
In this module, we’ll cover Raspberry Leaf, Cramp Bark, Oat Straw, Ginger, Comfrey, Nettles
Some of the remedies you’ll learn to make are Ginger Candy, Nourishing Herbal Infusions, Belly Butter, Calming Roller for Labor, Nipple Salve, Sitz Bath, Lactation Muffins
Children’s Care
The plants we’ll be covering in this module are Cottonwood, Mullein, Catnip, Chamomile, Lemon Balm, and Calendula
Some of the remedies you’ll learn to make are Cradle Cap Oil, Garlic Mullein Ear Oil, Lavender Milk Bath, Colic Tea, Chest Rub for Toddlers, Teething Remedies, and Eczema Salve.
Menopause
The plants we’ll be covering are Chaste Berry, Motherwort, Red Clover, Ashwagandha, Black Cohosh, Evening Primrose
Some of the remedies you’ll learn to make will be Nourishing Herbal Infusions, Magnesium Lotion, Mugwort & Lavender Massage Oil, Hot Flash Formula, misc tinctures for Hormone Balance and Thyroid Health
Men’s Health
The plants we’ll be covering are Nettle, Linden, Cedar, Cleavers, Asian Ginseng, Devil’s Club
Some of the remedies you’ll learn to make will be Prostate Support Blend, Heart Health Blend, Bladder Support, Healthy Hair Spritz, Lymphatic Tincture, Massage Oil, misc tinctures for Hormone Support
Register for the Course
We’ve created two options to access the BYHA program – a one-time payment and a three-month payment plan.
Three-Month Payment Plan
$96 USD/mo
One-Time Payment
$277 USD
Price does not include tax.
This course is perfect for…
Folks who are new to herbalism or want to expand their herbal knowledge. If you prefer learning from home at your own pace or have a busy schedule then our Building Your Home Apothecary Series might be just the right fit.
This course is not for…
If you want to learn herbalism, live local to the Puget Sound Region, are seeking a deeper spiritual connection with nature, and would like to build new friendships with like-minded plant folk, then our Seasonal Apprenticeship would be a better fit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the class pre-recorded?
There are some pre-recorded classes, but we will be re-recording all of our modules from 12/23 - 3/24. You can find the dates for upcoming live classes above.
How do I access the class?
After your purchase you’ll receive an email from Circle to access the program.
Do you offer these remedies in your shop?
I do offer many of these remedies in the shop and am working on kits to accompany each module!
What if I can't make it to the live class?
No problem! The class will be recorded and available for replay.
How do I access the workbook?
You’ll find the workbook in the Circle course along with the class videos.
What if I have more questions?
I welcome all of your questions! Feel free to email me at hawthornandhoney@gmail.com.
Register for the Course
Building Your Home Apothecary
Empower yourself with the knowledge you need to care for yourself and your loved ones. Learn to make herbal remedies that really work, and create your own home apothecary.