Mrs. Thompson's Herbs, Gifts & Folklore

09/22/2025

Vervain, Verbena officinalis harvested last night under the dark moon, between the eclipse yesterday morning and the Autumnal Equinox this morning. Although there was no sun or moon in the sky, her almost luminous pinkish flowers shone against the dark green wild garden where she grows. And so, I easily found her. The plants respond to earth changes, altering their chemistry and abilities accordingly, offering us the healing kindness we've known for hundreds of thousands of years.

Today, the Autumnal Equinox, marks thirty one years since I founded Mrs.Thompson's Herbs, Gifts & Folklore. Thank you all for your patronage and interest through the decades. This oral tradition of educating people on caring for themselves using herbs, their affinities, chemistry, medicinal and sacred actions, how they work on the body and therapeutic uses has been my joy to convey.

Thirty one years ago this lamp was set ablaze. Now luminous in it's own right.

Reul-iùil
Heather

07/20/2025

And she rises!
Apologies for the long silence 💚 My Herb Room is up! I'm available to do refills of current formulas, local fresh harvest bulk herb stock, herb tea/infusion blends and phone consultations for updating or creating new custom formulas.

Right now everything is by appointment only, flexible days and times, for curbside pickup in West Eugene.

Call or text me with your wishes and I'll see what I can make come true! 💚 Blessings Heather Nic an Fhleisdeir Clinical Herbalist 541 686 6136

06/24/2025

Well, here's a surprise plot twist. After 31 years in business I'll be closing Mrs. Thompson's Herbs, Gifts & Folklore. The last day I'll be open is this Saturday June 28th. Do come in, get refills & stock up. It'll likely be a couple of months before I know for sure how I will be going forward. Certainly I'll be increasing my online presence, as Mrs. Thompson’s and as Village Herbalist Heather Níc An Fhleisdeir on this platform and many others. So like, comment and share to keep my pages on your radar. Long time customers and clients will be able to get pre-arranged orders by appointment. I'll return to teaching full herbalism coursework in January. And the eight books I have lined up to complete will take center stage. You'll still be able to phone me 541 686 6136, but everything we do will need to be by appointment. I'm feeling both grief and grateful 💚 still standing after 31 years 💚 and the future is open wide. 💜 blessings Heather

06/22/2025

Morning souffle made with my new Foragers nutritional culinary salt 💚 Along with the savory flavors of Foragers, I've included eggs, Romano cheese, half & half and black olives in a buttered dish. It turned out delectable enough for the wealthy clients that I once was chef for. Get this into your own kitchen! Olives optional 😃 💚

06/16/2025

If you're in Oregon, or can be next year, if you want to begin a new career or polish-up one you've begun, my Professional Herbalist Studies Course interviews have begun! Contact me to start the discussion 💚

Instructing in the art & science of traditional Scottish herbalism and ethno botany, the Professional Herbalist Studies Course is a hands-on learning opportunity, designed to teach you to recog…

06/14/2025

I would bet that your nervous system could really use some care about now. Come in and talk to me about it. I'm here until 6pm today 2160 West 11th Avenue Suite H in West Eugene OR call 541 686 6136 Blessings Heather

06/14/2025

It's finally complete! Official release of my newest nutritional seasoning culinary salt Foragers. 💛 A small-batch mostly wild harvested blend, made by me, using my training and skills as a nutritionist, herbalist and retired personal chef. It makes Summer and Autumn foods taste and feel splendid! Come and get yours, noon until 6pm Tuesday through Saturday at 2160 West 11th Avenue Suite H in West Eugene 541 686 6136 Blessings ~ Heather
Heather Nic an Fhleisdeir Clinical Herbalist & Clinical Nutritionist

06/10/2025

Ever seen wedding photos that were lovely, except for the crumpled tissues in everyone's hands? Let's travel back in tradition to resolve this. Small cotton hankies and silk pocket squares are functionally lovely for the purpose and the photos. Come and get them from me for all the weddings you attend or will be a part of. I'm always here, noon to 6pm Tuesday through Saturday at 2160 West 11th Avenue Suite H in West Eugene 541 686 6136 💙 Heather

06/06/2025

Summer herb infusions made of plants from our own bioregion and formulated by me, Clinical Herbalist Heather Nic an Fhleisdeir. Each bag makes 32 vibrant cups of tea to drink hot, cold or even delicious room temperature. I'm here from noon until 6pm Tuesday through Saturday at 2160 West 11th Avenue Suite H in West Eugene 541 686 6136

05/31/2025

Smoking herb blends to help you quit, help with healing or just the social pleasure. Lots of variety in store, and a selection of Ukrainian wood pipes too. I'm at the apothecary from noon until 6pm Tuesday through Saturday at 2160 West 11th Avenue Suite H in West Eugene or call 541 686 6136 so I can mail them to you 💚

05/29/2025

Flowers and herbs for your hair, skin & nails 💚
Summertime is the best season to grow your hair. It naturally grows more in summer and this great formula gives that a boost with nutrients and plant constituents that support lustrous hair, mighty nails and vibrant skin. I use it myself, so take that on recommendation. It features locally certified organically grown and ethical wild harvested nettle leaf only, milky oat tops & straw, blooming rosemary, calendula petals, lemongrass and spring harvested horsetail herb 💚 I'm here at the apothecary from noon until 6pm Tuesday through Saturday at West 11th Avenue Suite H in West Eugene OR you can call me to order at 541 686 6136 ~ Blessings Heather Nic an Fhleisdeir Clinical Herbalist & Clinical Nutritionist

05/23/2025

Memorial Day weekend seems to start our outdoor season 💙 Get your plans set with some helps from Nature 💚 Food, drinks bug repellant, first aid, I've got you covered. Come see me noon until 6pm Tuesday through Saturday at 2160 West 11th Avenue Suite H in West Eugene 541 686 6136 Blessings Heather