The Willow Connection

Category: DIY Recipes

Herbal Mocktails
DIY Recipes
JoAnne Lussier

Herby Mocktails

What can you do when you want to relax but don’t want to drink alcohol? Creating your own mocktail is as easy as brewing a cup of tea with your favorite herbs.

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DIY Recipes
JoAnne Lussier

All Things Cranberry

Gift-giving should come from the heart not just your wallet. These last minute, quick and easy gifts are sure to please or wow guests at your holiday party.

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Homemade hydrosol
DIY Recipes
JoAnne Lussier

Heavenly Hydrosols

Hydrosols and essential oils share common properties, but hydrosols are the water-soluble part of a plant containing only microscopic drops of essential oil.

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Nasturtium
DIY Recipes
JoAnne Lussier

Nasturtium

Not only are nasturtiums in full bloom right now, but they also add an edible pop of orange color and a tasty snap to a variety of fresh summer salads.

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Ready for Rhubarb
DIY Recipes
JoAnne Lussier

Who Likes Rhubarb?

Rhubarb is the unsung hero of late spring and early summer treats. A hidden backyard gem that I’ve come to love and appreciate for its mouth-watering tartness.

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Spring Tonic
DIY Recipes
JoAnne Lussier

Help Your Body Spring into Action

Our early ancestors worked closely with Mother Nature and learned how to use plants and herbs as food and medicine. You don’t have to look beyond your backyard.

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Valentine's Day Essential Oil Blends
DIY Recipes
JoAnne Lussier

A Month of Intimacy

Whatever your feelings or preferences are for Valentine’s Day, making your own essential oil blends are a sexy way to indulge yourself or your partner this year.

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Apple and Pumpkin Recipes
DIY Recipes
JoAnne Lussier

Fall Flavors to Fancy

Who can resist fall flavors? Homemade impossible pumpkin pie and apple liqueur are great ways to indulge your taste buds when the chilly days of autumn arrive.

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Goldenrod vs. Ragweed
DIY Recipes
JoAnne Lussier

Don’t Blame Goldenrod

What if I told you that goldenrod isn’t responsible for your allergy symptoms? Ragweed blooms the same time of year and is most likely causing your discomfort.

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