the florapothecarie journal




  • Celebrating Ostara / Spring Equinox

    As a green witch, I celebrate and honor all seasonal changes, but I'm particularly fond of the two equinoxes (spring and fall). Here are some of the ways I like to celebrate Ostara / Spring Equinox.


  • May Flowers: 10 Edible Floral Treats to Nom This Spring

    May flowers are here! Inspired by the blooming beauty (and my ever-present sweet tooth), I've put together a list of yummy edible floral treats to make this season: 1. Crystallized Flowers via Leite's Culinaria. 2. Shortbread Cookies with Edible Flowers via Sugar & Charm. 3. Vi...

  • Ingredient Love: Coconut

    Coconut oil is a wondrous natural ingredient, rich in vitamins, minerals and fatty acids and incredibly moisturizing. That's why it's mixed in to so many of my products! Read on for six reasons to love coconut oil.

  • How to Deal with Melty Products

    Many florapothecarie products contain natural ingredients like cocoa butter, shea butter, and coconut oil that tend to melt in temperatures above 80°. I stop selling Brightening Eye Balms, Makeup Remover, Nourish Balms, Solid Lotion Bars, and Whipped Body Butters during the summer so they don't arrive melted! But what if you've already got some of these products and they're melting in your house? Here are some tips for dealing with melty natural products.

  • Product Launch! Introducing Bulk Serum, Salt & Coconut Milk Bath, and Tea Accessories!

    Product drop alert! Introducing Bulk Serum, Salt & Coconut Milk Bath, a mesh tea ball, and reusable cotton muslin tea bags!

  • We're Having a Baby!

    There will soon be another little animal in the florapothecarie home!
    🧸🐣 Baby Artus due 12/8/23. 👶💖

  • Friday is Venus Day: How to Bring More Pleasure Into Your Life

    Friday is ruled by the planet Venus, named for the Roman Goddess of love, pleasure, beauty, and creativity. Here are some ways to bring more Venus energy into your life.


  • Fighting Colds Naturally with Mint & Rosemary + DIY Vapor Rub

    Cold season is here, but I’m going to help you power through it with plant allies Mint and Rosemary! Read on for tips on how to use these herbs and essential oils during cold season, plus a DIY vapor rub recipe.

DIYs, inspiration, and tips for living a naturally beautiful and magical life.