the florapothecarie journal
Inspiration, tips, and tutorials for living in harmony with nature and our bodies.
the florapothecarie journal
Celebrating Ostara / Spring Equinox
on Mar 18 2025
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
on May 05 2024
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. Violet Macarons with Violet and Vanilla Bean Buttercream via Tartelette.
4. Rosewater Panna Cotta via Baking for Friends.
5. Spring Flower Lollipops via Sprinkle Bakes.
6. Edible Flower Cake via A Beautiful Mess.
7. Bellini Popsicles with Edible Flowers via Honestly Yum.
8. Rosey Rocky Road Raw Brownies via Ascension Kitchen.
9. Floral Marshmallows via Proper.
10. Color Blocked Chocolate via Paper & Stitch.
What are you making with all the flowers popping up?
on Aug 31 2023
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
on Jul 19 2023
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!
on Jun 30 2023
Product drop alert! Introducing Bulk Serum, Salt & Coconut Milk Bath, a mesh tea ball, and reusable cotton muslin tea bags!
on Jun 14 2023
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
on Feb 24 2023
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
on Jan 27 2023
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.
6 Plant Allies for Cold & Flu Season
on Jan 20 2023
Winter is here and so are seasonal diseases like colds, sinus infections, and the flu. Learn more about my favorite plant allies for cold season: peppermint, ginger, sage, rosemary, elderberry, and nettle.
on Oct 25 2022
Shop small this (and every!) holiday! Here's where you can find florapothecarie over the next few weeks for your self-care and holiday shopping needs:
10/30 | 12-5 | Moxie Market at Stony CreekStony Creek Brewery5 Indian Neck Ave, Branford, CTMore info: https://fb.me/e/2ErRGSJbk
11/13 | 12-4 | Moxie Market at Charter OakCharter Oak Brewery39 Shelter Rock Rd, Danbury, CTMore info: https://fb.me/e/24WhBQYno
11/26 | 11-6 | Small Business Saturday Parkville Moxie MarketParkville Market1400 Park St, Hartford, CTMore info: https://fb.me/e/3QQRGprXl
11/27 | 2-5 | Soulful Sunday @ Hog RiverHog River Brewing Co.1429 Park St, Hartford, CTMore info: https://fb.me/e/339cOr0Qh
12/3 | 12-4 | Hog River's 6th Annual Christmas Tree FarmHog River Brewing Co.1429 Park St, Hartford, CT
12/10 | 12-6 | Anti-Mall Shop SmallLotta Studio903 Whalley Ave, New Haven, CT
This July, We're Funding Abortion Access
on Jul 06 2022
This July, florapothecarie is funding abortion access. 20% of florapothecarie sales this month will be donated to The Brigid Alliance and National Network of Abortion Funds.
Local Pickup Now Available at Cinder + Salt!
on Jun 22 2022
If you're located in CT, you can now save on shipping and pick up your order at Cinder + Salt in Middletown!
on Jun 08 2022
So many opportunities to shop florapothecarie in-person all over the state this month! I'm taking off July & August for summer funtimes, so I packed June to compensate. 😅
June is Pride Month! We're Donating 10% of Sales to The Trevor Project
on Jun 01 2022
UPDATE: Thanks to your support, florapothecarie was able to donate $300 last month to The Trevor Project! You can continue to show your support by donating directly or shopping my Pride T-Shirt Collection. 20% of the sales of these shirts will be donated to The Trevor Project. Forever. ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜
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Happy Pride Month! 🏳️🌈
As a proud LGBTQIA+ ally, florapothecarie will donate 10% of all sales this month to The Trevor Project, a non-profit organization providing counseling and other resources to LGBTQIA+ youth in crisis.
on Nov 23 2021
I'm happy to return to semi-normal this year with a few in-person shopping events! Here's where you can find florapothecarie over the next few weeks for your holiday shopping:
11/27 | 11-4 | Herbstalk's Wintergreen MarketThe Somerville Armory191 Highland Ave, Somerville, MAMore info: https://bit.ly/3CG3VbF
12/4 | 12-5 | 5th Annual Christmas Tree FarmHog River Brewing Co1429 Park St, Hartford, CTMore info: https://bit.ly/3r5yFRn
12/5 | 11-4 | Sleigh Queen Holiday MarketRock + Soul Hair Salon635 New Park Ave, West Hartford, CTMore info: https://bit.ly/3kZQtcC
12/11 | 12-6 | Anti Mall Shop SmallLotta Studio903 Whalley Ave, New Haven, CTMore info: https://bit.ly/3HNwdVA
Samhain/Halloween Rituals for Honoring the Dead
on Oct 30 2021
On Samhain or Halloween, pagans - and people around the world following other spiritual paths - honor and remember our ancestors and other loved ones we have lost. Here are some ways you can honor your own, including the graveside ritual I perform every year. Photo credit: Caroline Attwood.
on Aug 01 2021
Summer is here! Depending on where you're located, you may experience increased humidity with the rise in temperatures, or you might have incredibly dry air. No matter where you are, these skincare tips will ensure you're taking proper care of your skin during the hot summer months.
We're Doing Black Friday Differently
on Nov 27 2020
Instead of discounts, we're giving 20% of our sales to non-profits.Deep discounts hurt small businesses, especially this year. So we're opting out of discounting. Instead, 10% of our total sales from 11/27-11/30 will go toward CT Coalition to End Homelessness and another 10% will go to Color Of Change.
on Nov 20 2020
Your support of local businesses this holiday supports real people's dreams, boosts the local economy, funds community services, creates jobs, and so much more. If you can, shop local.
Winter Skincare Tips & Must-Haves
on Nov 19 2020
Winter has arrived. Here in New England, this means dry air, freezing (and below-freezing) temperatures, and sometimes even snow! I do love the snow part, but the rest? Not so much. Here are some tips for taking care of your skin during these harsh winter months, and the products we recommend using.