by HollyBeth Anderson | Mar 15, 2017 | acne, aromatherapy, artisan crafted, beauty, Garden, gardening, herbs, hollybeth website, organic skincare, skincare
Calendula Calendula, a versatile herb, is the essential oil from the pot marigold. This plant has been used since the 12th century for its medicinal properties. Studies abound on its healing ability on the skin specifically on burn victims. Due to its high level of...
by HollyBeth Anderson | Apr 17, 2016 | flowers, Garden, ingredients, nature, organic, organic skincare, rose, spring
Natural Perfection I was walking through my backyard today and found this pink rose in full bloom, soaking up the sun and enjoying the spring weather. I couldn’t help but think how amazing nature is. This entire splendor comes from the Earth, a natural gift that...
by HollyBeth Anderson | Aug 7, 2015 | beauty, bees, birds, Garden
Summer Books Summer’s hallmark lazy, hazy days and laid back schedules offer ample time to dig into a stack of books for some porch-rocking, hammock-swinging, beach-sitting, lake-floating, story-reading delight. This year, let nature provide inspiration for a summer...
by HollyBeth Anderson | Jun 11, 2015 | flower, flowers, Garden, gardening, gift
Garden of Grace Our neighbors recently traveled to China to pick up their new baby. An extensive and exhausting adoption process culminated in a family journey across the world to a faraway orphanage. There, they were united with the 2-year-old girl waiting to...
by HollyBeth Anderson | May 28, 2015 | beauty, bees, birds, Garden, gardening, herbs, hollybeth organics, hollybeth website, home and garden, inspiration
I spent the weekend dirty. Filthy, actually. Sweaty and smelly. Covered in bruises and bites, scratches and scrapes. My legs now resemble those of a kid just bounding off the bus home from summer camp. Not sure if I’ll be able to squeeze in a manicure this week, so I...
by HollyBeth Anderson | May 27, 2015 | flowers, Garden, gardening
Bumble bees, native to the United States, not like the humble honey bee that was imported in the 1600s from Europe are in danger. As with all 250 species of bees, they are in dire trouble and dying off. That is why I delight when my backyard is a bevy of buzz with all...
