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Lavender Lady, Cedar Springs, MI (2025)

07/11/2025

RECIPE FOR DIY NATURAL SUNSCREEN

INGREDIENTS
* ¼ cup shea butter
* ½ cup coconut oil or olive oil
* ¼ cup beeswax pellets
* ¼ cup zinc oxide powder - non-nano
* 10 drops of calendula essential oil
* 4 drops of lavender essential oil

DIRECTIONS
Combine shea butter, coconut oil, and beeswax pellets and heat until just melted using one of the two methods below.
1. Use a glass heat-safe/Pyrex bowl over a pan of boiling water on medium-high heat in a double boiler.
2. In a heat-safe dish in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring each time until just melted.
Once your base ingredients are melted, stir in zinc oxide, lavender, and calendula oil. I like to whisk for several minutes to be sure all ingredients are well mixed.
Carefully pour into a small glass container.
If you want to use a refillable squeeze tube, I recommend only using it for short periods rather than storing it in the plastic long term. That's because the essential oils will break down and leach into the plastic.
Allow the mixture to cool, and your sunscreen will firm up but still spread easily. Add less beeswax to the mixture if you prefer a more liquid sunscreen texture.
DIY Natural Sunscreen will store well for up to a year, provided it is dry and kept away from direct heat like a sunny window.

From Off Grid Life

07/10/2025

Early bird gets the 🪱 Our first 60 guests on Saturday (8am-4pm) AND Sunday (12pm-4pm) will receive a complimentary goodie bag! Enjoy a reusable LL tote bag with a fragrant lavender sachet and moisturizing hand sanitizer, all sourced on our farm.

Aside from this goodie bag, early birds enjoy more ideal photo ops, cooler temps and shorter lines. See you here 😊

The Lavender Harvest Festival - 8th Annual
Sat, July 12: 8am-4pm
Sun, July 13: 12pm-4pm

Lavender Lane Farm
12040 Plank, Milan MI 48160

07/10/2025

DIY Lavender Foot Soak.

* 1/2 Cup Epsom Salts
* 2 tablespoons baking soda (optional- baking soda makes skin smoother and promotes healing of any little bumps or scratches etc.. on the skin.)
* 6 drops lavender essential oil (this is what I use)
* 1-2 drops colorant or food coloring (optional)
To mix this up couldn’t be easier, just combine the epsom salts and baking soda in a bowl or mason jar, add your essential oil- 6 drops was plenty for me to get a lovely fragrance, and add one or two drops of either colorant (available here or in craft stores) or a food coloring. The colorant is the best bet for homemade beauty products but I actually used a drop of Neon McCormick Food Coloring for my foot soak. The Neon package has a purple color inside that is lovely. If you use food coloring do not use more than one or two drops as you don’t want to take any chances of discoloring a tub or skin.

When you are ready to soak, just add the hottest water you can stand into a large bowl and dump in the amount of salts you like. About 2 tablespoons for a light foot soak or 1/4 cup for a more concentrated foot soak. I actually bring these when I travel to cities like New York because my feet will be black by the end of a long day walking around (so gross!) I dump 1/4-1/2 cup of these salts into the hotel sink to soak my feet at night before bed. Let soak for 10-15 minutes and then you can start your DIY pedicure or dry your feet, slather with a thick foot creme (this is my favorite) and pop socks on.

And that is it! Happy Feet!
Literally done in minutes. The lovely thing is that you can also use this as bath salts for an evening bath. The recipe above will make a generous amount for about 4 uses so I have plenty leftover for my girls to use at bathtime tonight. Lavender is so calming and relaxing it is a perfect way to end your evening.

My Frugal Adventures

07/09/2025

Vanilla Lavender Limeade: The Ultimate Spring (or any time) Refreshment

Ingredients for Vanilla Lavender Limeade
To make this delightful drink, you will need simple yet high-quality ingredients:

For the Lavender Syrup:
* ½ cup dried culinary lavender
* 1 cup water
* ¾ cup granulated sugar or honey
* 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Limeade:
* 1 cup freshly squeezed lime juice(about 5–6 limes)
* 3–4 cups cold water (adjust for desired taste)
* Ice cubes
* Lime slices for garnish
* Fresh lavender sprigs for garnish (optional)

Step-by-Step Recipe for Vanilla Lavender Limeade
Step 1: Make the Lavender Syrup
1. In a small saucepan, combine the dried lavender, water, and sugar.
2. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
3. Remove from heat and add vanilla extract.
4. Allow the syrup to steep for 15–20 minutes, ensuring the lavender infuses fully.
5. Strain the syrup through a fine mesh sieve to remove the lavender pieces.
6. Let the syrup cool completely before using.
Step 2: Prepare the Limeade
1. Juice the limes and strain the juice to remove any pulp or seeds.
2. In a large pitcher, combine the lime juice, cold water, and ice cubes.
3. Stir in the lavender vanilla syrupand mix well.
4. Taste and adjust the sweetness by adding more syrup or water as needed.
Step 3: Garnish and Serve
1. Pour the lavender limeade into glasses filled with ice.
2. Garnish with lime slices and fresh lavender sprigs for a visually appealing presentation.
3. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Health Benefits of Vanilla Lavender Limeade
This café drink isn’t just delicious; it’s also packed with health benefits:
1. Lavender’s Calming Effects
Lavender is widely known for its relaxing and stress-relieving properties. It helps reduce anxiety, improve sleep, and promote overall well-being.
2. Lime’s Immunity Boost
Limes are rich in Vitamin C, which helps strengthen the immune system, fight infections, and improve skin health.
3. Vanilla’s Antioxidant Properties
Vanilla contains antioxidants that help protect cells from damage, support brain health, and enhance mood.
4. Hydration and Digestion
This nonalcoholic drink recipe is a fantastic way to stay hydrated while also aiding digestion with its natural citrus content.

07/09/2025

And just like that we are only 7 days away from our 8th Annual Lavender Harvest Festival! Our fields are peeking at the perfect time, hope to see you here next Saturday and Sunday!

Lavender Harvest Festival
Sat, July 12: 8am-4pm
Sun, July 13: 12pm-4pm

12040 Plank, Milan MI 48160

07/09/2025

Lavender is in bloom!!! Pick is open 💜🥳!!

07/08/2025

Rhubarb and Lavender Jam

Ingredients
* 4 cups fresh rhubarb, chopped into small pieces
* 2 cups granulated sugar
* 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
* 1 tablespoon lemon zest
* 1 teaspoon dried culinary lavender (or one tablespoon fresh lavender buds)
* ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
* ½ cup water
Instructions
* Wash and chop the rhubarb into small, even pieces. If using fresh lavender, remove the buds from the stems and wash them carefully.
* In a small saucepan, bring the water to a gentle simmer. Remove from heat and add the lavender, allowing it to steep for 5 minutes. Strain the lavender buds out, keeping only the infused water.
* In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine the rhubarb, sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and lavender-infused water. Stir well to dissolve the sugar.
* Bring the jam to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer for 25–30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rhubarb softens and the mixture thickens to a jam-like consistency. Use a spoon to mash some of the fruit while leaving small chunks for texture.
* Check for doneness: To test if the jam is ready, place a small spoonful on a chilled plate. If it wrinkles slightly when pushed with a spoon, it’s done. If it’s too thin, continue simmering for a few more minutes.
* Add vanilla extract and mix well. Remove from heat and carefully pour the jam into sterilized jars while still hot. Seal them with lids and let them cool at room temperature.
* Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks, or process in a water bath for a longer shelf life. Serve on warm scones, toast, or as a unique topping for desserts!

Lentil Loving Family

07/07/2025

DIY Homemade Bug Bite Salve

yield: 2-3 OUNCESprep time: 10 MINUTESactive time: 2 HOURSadditional time: 8 HOURStotal time: 10 HOURS 10 MINUTES
Herb-infused salve specifically targets and draws out irritation from bug bites. It includes all natural beeswax, carrier oil and essential oils.

Materials
* 2-oz tin
* Dried plantain leaves
* Dried calendula
* Dried chickw**d
* Carrier oil such as : olive oil, avocado oil or almond oil
* 1-1/2 Tablespoons beeswax pellets
* 10 drops essential oils such as eucalyptus oil and/or lavender.

Tools
* Double boiler pan, OR glass bowl over sauce pan

Instructions

1. FOR SLOW INFUSION METHOD: Fill an 8-ounce (half-pint) jar with plantain leaves, calendula and chickw**d. You can use an even amount of each, or more or less of the herbs you might have more of (no need to be exact).
2. Pour enough carrier oil over the mixture until leaves are covered and let sit for 4-6 weeks.
3. Strain out the herbs and keep the infused oil.
4. Melt 1/2 cup of the infused oil and beeswax in a double broiler (or glass bowl over saucepan). Stir and remove from heat once melted.
5. Let mixture cool slightly before adding essential oils. Stir and then pour into 2-ounce tins and let sit overnight or until solid.

6. FOR QUICK HEAT INFUSION METHOD: Put approximately 1 cup (8 oz) of the herbs into a glass bowl or top part of double broiler. You can use equal amounts of each herb, but it does not need to be exact. Add enough carrier oil to cover the leaves well.
7. Add water to bottom part of double broiler or saucepan and heat the water. Add the bowl of herbs & oil on top and let heat slowly for 30 minutes, up to a few hours on LOW heat. Do not let the glass bowl touch the water below. Do not let water get into the oil, and do not let the oil mixture boil.
8. After oil has infused in the heat, carefully remove the bowl and let cool for a few minutes.
9. Strain herbs from the oil.
10. Place 1/2 cup of the infused oil back into the bowl (or top part of boiler pan). Add the beeswax pellets to the oil. Heat the water in the bottom pan and stir until pellets are melted.
11. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before adding the essential oils.
12. Pour into 2-ounce tins and let cool overnight or until solid.

Heritage Revived

07/05/2025

How to Make a Jewelw**d Salve

This simple, yet effective salve requires a few basic pieces of equipment. You can take up to 48 hours to infuse the jewelw**d salve for more potency but leaving it overnight does just as good a job.
� Materials:

* 1 ½ – 2 cups crushed Jewelw**d stems and leaves
* 1 ¼ – 1 ½ cups of oil (olive oilworks great but choose any neutral-flavored oil)
* 1 ounce of beeswax
* Optional: A drop of essential oil of your choice
Equipment required:
* Medium-sized mason jar
* A medium-sized pot
* A rock or trivet
* A container for the salve
* Cheesecloth

Directions:

1. Bruise and crush the jewelw**d leaves and stems small enough to fit in a mason jar. Ensure you are packing down the leaves and fill it until there is a ¼ inch gap at the top of the jar.

2. Fill the mason jar with the oil of your choice until the leaves are covered.

3. Add 1-1.5 inches of water into your pot. Place the rock or trivet on the bottom of the pot and place the mason jar on top of it. This is so the glass does not have direct contact with the bottom of the pot.

4. Heat the water until it reaches about 120° and then shut off the heat and cover.

5. As the salve cools down, heat it back up to temperature again. The idea is to only have direct heat on it periodically. Also, keep an eye on the water level and replenish the level if it falls too low.

6. Once completed, strain the oil using the cheesecloth. Pour the warm oil into a heatproof bowl.

7. Add the beeswax to the warm oil.

8. Stir until it is smooth and even.

9. Pour the salve into its final container and let it cool down for 45 minutes before using.
It’s important to let it cool down so that the beeswax has time to set. It'll produce a soft material, with a smooth surface. Keep it away from high heat sources or out in the sun for long periods to avoid degradation of the medicinal qualities.

How to Apply the Jewelw**d Salve

Before you apply the salve to the affected area you’ll want to clean the area with cold water and soap. Any soap you have on hand will work, the idea is to get the oils from the irritant off of your skin to minimize the damage. Using hot water will irritate the problem further by increasing the amount of inflammation.

Once it is cleaned and dried thoroughly you’ll want to apply a thin layer of the salve with your fingers over the affected area. Doing this as quickly as possible after exposure is important because a problem such as poison ivy will get worse over time as the irritating oils set into your skin.

A temporary solution if you don’t have any jewelw**d salve in your kit is to take a part of the plant and crush it between your fingers. This will release the weary sap which can then be applied to the affected area. While it will lessen the initial sting it will lack the potency of a salve.

Tips for Making a Jewelw**d Salve

Add lavender for relaxation: Lavender is used to help people relax before going to bed. It also helps reduce scarring and the redness associated with skin irritation.

Sage can be added for antiseptic qualities: Adding sage to your jewelw**d salve will enhance it with antiseptic qualities that can help prevent infection. Simply add a small amount of sage extract to the end step of the salve-making process.

Mix English plantain with the jewelw**d: Also known as Common plantain, it is widely considered a w**d in North America; However, it has been shown to have powerful anti-inflammatory properties. Gather some plantain leaves and steep them with the jewelw**d to increase the overall effect.

Jewelw**d (Impatiens capensis), also called Touch-Me-Not is a flowering annual plant that has been used in traditional Native American medicine for healing various ailments. It is generally made into a multi-purpose salve that can be stored for months without showing signs of degradation.

It is widespread in Northern and Eastern North America. You’ll find it in forested floodplains and lining the edges of bogs and marshes. Often it can be found lining roadside ditches where culverts direct water.
Jewelw**d grows in the same habitat as stinging nettle (Urtica dioica) and poison ivy (Toxicodendron radicans). If you’re in doubt about whether or not there is jewelw**d in the area, check for these other plants as an indicator that there is a possibility that it grows there.

Ironically, jewelw**d can be used to treat the stinging effects of both of these plants.

It is identifiable before August by its oval leaves with toothed edges that are alternately occurring on the stem. After mid-summer and until the first frost they will be mature and display beautiful orange flowers. The plant is used both when it’s flowering and when it’s not.

Both the stem and the leaves contain a sap that may help relieve the itchy symptoms caused from:

* Poison ivy
* Bug bites (Mosquito, black fly, horse fly, deer fly)
* Stinging nettle
* Hives
* Bee stings

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