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The Herb Witch
Why the Name Changed I want to share something honestly. “Herbalism with Lori” just didn’t fit anymore. It wasn’t wrong. It just wasn’t me. I don’t work with herbs in a purely clinical or polished way. I work with them through intuition, shadow, folklore, energy, and lived experience. I listen to plants. I pay attention to timing, mood, memory, and the quiet things that don’t show up on labels. Calling this space “Herbalism with Lori” felt like I was leaving part of myself out of the room. So going forward, I’ll be teaching herbs the way I actually work with them: with witchcraft woven in naturally, not performatively. Not constant spells, not theatrics. Just the deeper relationship between plants, body, and spirit. If you’re here for grounded herbal knowledge with a darker, wiser edge, you’re in the right place. This is The Herb Witch now. Welcome
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Welcome to the calm side of herbalism
Hi, I’m Lori, AKA Darklady AkA The Herb Witch and I teach herbalism without yelling. This is a quiet space for learning about plants as they are. No miracle claims. No mystical backflips. Just herbs, context, and slow understanding. You don’t need experience. You don’t need special tools. You just need curiosity and a willingness to pay attention. If you want to introduce yourself, tell us: • a plant you already know • or one you’ve always wondered about Pull up a chair. The plants aren’t in a rush. The Herb Witch
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Gather round you beautiful plant people
So… How Are We Actually Going to Use These Herbs? Short answer: all the ways. Long answer: still all the ways, just with fewer exploded cauldrons and more common sense. Over time, im going to cover every normal, useful way people actually use herbs, including: Teas – the classic “boil water, add plant, feel accomplished” method Tinctures – alcohol does the heavy lifting while you wait patiently Infusions – like tea, but stronger and more serious about it Poultices – squishy plant mess, applied with purpose Oils & salves – because herbs like to live in fat sometimes Vinegars & honeys – food that quietly helps you Steam, baths, compresses – herbs that work while you sit there doing nothing We’ll talk about what works best for what, why some herbs prefer tea while others do better as tinctures, and when a plant is basically saying, “Please don’t boil me, I beg you.” No quizzes. No perfection required. No pressure to own a 200-year-old apothecary or pronounce everything in Latin. This is real herbalism for real people, and we’ll cover it all slowly, clearly, and repeatedly… because nobody remembers everything the first time and plants are patient. Saturday Herbal Lore is just the beginning. We’ve got years. The herbs aren’t going anywhere. ~Herbalism with Lori
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Question of the day!
Quick question for everyone: What’s the one herb you reach for the most in real life?
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Alcohol-Free Tincture Options
🌿 Alcohol-Free Tincture Options Vegetable Glycerin Tincture (Glycerite)This is the most popular alcohol-free method best for: Gentle herbs, kids, pets (with proper herbs), sensitive folks, daily useYou’ll need: Dried herbs (best choice) or fresh herbsFood-grade vegetable glycerinA clean jar with a lid How to do it: Fill your jar about ½–¾ full with herbsPour glycerin over the herbs until fully covered Stir to remove air bubbles Cap it and store in a cool, dark place Shake every day or whenever you remember Let it sit 4–6 weeksStrain, bottle, label Shelf life: About 1 yearTaste: Sweet, pleasant, very drinkable Apple Cider Vinegar ExtractThis one is underrated and very effective. Best for: Mineral-rich herbs, digestion herbs, everyday tonicsYou’ll need:Dried or fresh herbs Raw apple cider vinegarGlass jar (important, no metal lids touching liquid)How to do it: Fill jar with herbsCover completely with vinegar Cap loosely or use parchment under lid Store dark, shake occasionallyLet sit 3–4 weeks Strain and bottle Shelf life: 1–2 yearsTaste: Tangy, strong, no one pretends it’s candy Honey Infusion (Not a true tincture, but useful)More food than medicine, but still effective. Best for: Throat herbs, immune blends, cough formulasMethod: Cover herbs in raw honey, let sit 4–6 weeks, strain if desired. ~Lori
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