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Botanical and Herb Garden Creations

You will want to grow herbs every summer after you realize all of flavorful and fun things that you can do with them. #IndyPLAdults #ASRP2021

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  • Explore the varieties of herbs and learn their genus and specific name. Grow Herbs is packed with information about herb gardening, using herbs in the kitchen, food preparation as well vinegar, marinades, and herbed butter. There are also…
    Book, 2010London ; New York : DK, [2010] — 635.7 MCV
  • Gifts From the Garden

    100 Gorgeous Homegrown Presents

    Robertson, Debora
    As the title indicates, this book is full of treasures to gift year-round: seasoned salts in decorative containers, aromatic bathtime "teas" in easy-to-make muslin bags, herb cushions for a restful sleep, lip balms, made with dried lavender and rose…
    Book, 2013[London] : Kyle Books, 2013. — 745.5 ROB
  • Little Herb Gardens

    Simple Secrets for Glorious Gardens--indoors and Out

    Brennan, Georgeanne, 1943-
    If you are new to herb gardening, Little Herb Gardens provides all the information you need to know about supplies to get started, the best growing conditions, or if purchasing, when is the best time to buy and plant your new herbs. Whether you are…
    Book, 2004San Francisco : Chronicle Books, [2004] — 635.7 B8382L
  • The Homesteader's Herbal Companion

    the Ultimate Guide to Growing, Preserving, and Using Herbs

    Fewell, Amy K.,
    If you like all-natural remedies, body care, and household cleaning solutions, The Homesteader's Herbal Companion will become an all-purpose go-to resource. The book contains recipes for soaps, tooth powder, shaving cream, aftershave lotion, and…
    Book, 2018Guilford, Connecticut : LP, [2018] — 635.7 FEW
  • The Kew Gardener's Guide to Growing Herbs

    the Art of Science to Grow Your Own Herbs

    Farrell, Holly,
    Growing Herbs is a beautifully illustrated fact guide with in-depth information about herbs: varieties, hardiness zones, annuals and perennials, cooking and baking suggestions. The book also contains the best recipe for pesto, and instructions for…
    Book, 2019London : White Lion Publishing, 2019. — 635.7 FAR
  • Herbal Crafts

    More Than 60 Simple Projects to Beautify Your Home and Body

    Hawkins, Jessie
    How does a fragrance log for the fireplace sound? Maybe refreshing herbal ice cubes for a glass of tea or lemonade? Make gifts for others or for yourself using Herbal Crafts recipes and instructions for a tasty herbal bread dip or an exfoliating…
    Book, 2008Sandy, Utah : Silverleaf Press, [2008] — 615.321 HAW
  • Soaking in powdered milk may sound strange until you watch this instructional video on making your own milk bath. Watch Creative Bug's host Faith Hale as she walks you through the simple steps of making bath salt, soaks, and scrubs. Class is never…
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  • Water Infusions

    Refreshing, Detoxifying and Healthy Recipes for Your Home Infuser

    Snyder, Mariza,
    Add flavor to your water-using herbs like mint, lavender, thyme, or basil. Water Infusions combines herbs with fruits and vegetables to create refreshing recipes that are all-natural, hydrating, and very easy to make.
    Book, 2014Berkeley, CA : Ulysses Press, [2014] — 613.287 SNY
  • Faith Hale, "bathtime enthusiast" brings her humor and creativity to instruct viewers how to make their own bath bombs. All ingredients are easily found in the grocery store (except dried flowers and herbs), and the mold is a clear Christmas…
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  • Scented Treasures

    Aromatic Gifts From Your Kitchen & Garden

    Donaldson, Stephanie
    A book for all seasons that use dried herbs and flowers, spices, and essential oils. The book also includes instructions for creating potpourri using dried citrus peel herbal and flower petals. Make a healing hand ointment, and flavored oils,…
    Unknown, 1996Pownal, VT : Storey Pub., 1996. — 745.5
  • Simple & Natural Soapmaking

    Create 100% Pure and Beautiful Soaps With the Nerdy Farm Wife's Easy Recipes and Techniques

    Berry, Jan,
    Simple and natural are two words with much appeal. Jan Berry's soap-making book has step-by-step instructions that will get you excited about soapmaking. The book is arranged into three parts which makes it easy to follow: Getting Started, How to…
    Unknown, 2017Salem, MA : Page Street Publishing Co., 2017. — 668.12 BER
  • Give beautifully scented gifts that are pleasing to the eye and palate. Herbcraft has recipes like apple, strawberry, and rosemary jelly, herbed cheeses and crackers, and a loaf of warm herbed bread with sundried tomatoes. There are also…
    Book, 1997New York, NY : Lorenz Books, 1997. — 745.92 EVE
  • This book is filled with delicious recipes for soup, meat, grains, and bread. Basic Flavorings, Herbs describe which herbs are used most in recipes around the world and in the U.S. recipes. Recipes vary in their complexity but are worth trying to…
    Book, 1997Philadelphia ; London : Courage Books, [1997] — 641.657
  • The Complete Illustrated Book of Herbs

    Growing, Health & Beauty, Cooking, Crafts

    The Complete Illustrated Book of Herbs has everything you need to know about growing herbs, decorating with herbs and other botanicals, natural beauty tips, and recipes for preparing savory dishes and desserts.
    Book, 2009Pleasantville, N.Y. : Reader's Digest Association, [2009] — 635.7 COM
  • Homemade Perfume

    Create Exquisite, Naturally Scented Products to Fill Your Life With Botanical Aromas

    McCoy, Anya,
    Homemade Perfume is a fascinating use for botanicals and herbs. The first section of the book covers terms that are used frequently throughout the book along with important instructions for supplies, distillation, sanitizing containers, and the best…
    Book, 2018Salem, MA : Page Street Publishing Co., 2018. — 668.54 MCC
  • Tea-vitalize

    Cold-brew Teas and Herbal Infusions to Refresh and Rejuvenate

    Kirk, Mimi, 1938-
    Experiment with cold brewed teas, as well as fruit and herb infusions using the recipes and information in Tea-vitalize. The book lists many refreshing combinations using ingredients like dried citrus peel, edible flowers, and fresh fruits. Just…
    Book, 2019New York, NY : The Countryman Press, a division of W. W. Norton & Company Independent Publishers Since 1923, [2019] — 641.3372 KIR