Hope Blooms Botanicals

12/04/2025

My herb shop isn’t just a business — it’s part of our home and homestead.
If your dream feels ‘small,’ remember: don't despise small beginnings.

12/04/2025

Hey friends — something new I’m excited to share. And while this may not be for you specifically I ask that you check it out and share because someone you know may be needing this right now.
🌱My natural wellness and herbal journey began two decades ago. In 2020 I started selling my first herbal products that I made from my home kitchen. Over three years ago I opened the little herb-shop on our property. I have been grinding away, figuring out things AND making mistakes as I went. I researched how to do things correct and legally but the answers were not too easy to find.

I watched what others were doing and assumed they were right in how they labeled, described, and sold their products — and the truth is, some of those approaches could have gotten me in trouble.
Now I see so many making these same mistakes.
I have also had many reach out to me with questions concerning wholesale, supplies and logistics to my business, trying to figure out where to even start.
It has been so exciting to see God moving in so many hearts to start hubs of natural wellness in towns and comminutes far and wide. I feel like he has given me vision of these being established in every little town across the US and beyond.
This is why I created The Hometown Herbalist course.
If you’ve ever thought about or are already:
•running a home-based herb business (even from your kitchen or a small shed)
•selling teas, tinctures, salves, or lotions,
•growing herbs or using wholesale supplies,
•staying legal and compliant without needing a big facility,

Doing all this while still being a mom, homemaker, or grandma —
this course is for you.

I am offering you the help you may be looking for: the systems, worksheets, pdf guides, batch labels and real-world advice that helped me build a debt-free herbal shop — step by step, with patience, faith, and stewardship.

I’d love for you to check it out.

👉 https://payhip.com/b/pbofa

Blessings - JeriAnne

12/03/2025

A great gift or to offer your local community and don't forget to make some for yourself to enjoy this season

12/02/2025

08/27/2025

07/09/2025

3 Simple Ways to Dry Your Herbs at Home:

Bundle & Hang Method
Tie small bundles (no thicker than your thumb) with rubber bands or string. Hang upside down in a dark, well-ventilated space like an attic, closet, or pantry. Dark is key - sunlight degrades the volatile oils that give herbs their therapeutic punch. Ready in 1-3 weeks depending on humidity.

Dehydrator Method
Keep temps under 95°F to preserve those delicate volatile compounds. Spread herbs in single layers on trays. Most leafy herbs finish in 2-12 hours. This method gives you the most control and fastest results.

Screen Drying
Lay herbs in single layers on mesh screens, old window screens, or even clean paper towels. Place in a warm, dry, well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight. Turn occasionally for even drying. Takes 2-7 days.

Herbs are properly dried when leaves crumble easily.
Store in airtight containers away from light and heat.

The gentle approach preserves the aromatic compounds that make your herbs both fragrant and therapeutically active!

06/27/2025

These echinacea were in his way while touching up the paint on the the picket fence. There are so many you can't even tell he cut any. I have already been harvesting for teas and tinctures so this one became our largest cut flower bouquet to date!

05/27/2025

Did you know that you should steep (not boil) flowers and leaves but simmer roots?

That’s because infusions work best for delicate parts like leaves and flowers, while decoctions are needed to draw out the strength from tougher parts like roots and bark.

Understanding this difference helps you make the most of every herbal preparation.

Want a printable guide to use for your home apothecary? It’s inside Herbal Preparations for the Home Apothecary – comment below or message me if you'd like the link.

05/03/2025

This beginner-friendly guide covers 19 of the most useful medicinal herbs, how to grow them step-by-step, and when to harvest for the best potency.Whether you’re planting a backyard garden or a few pots on the porch, The Apothecary Garden will help you get started with confidence.Grab your copy here: https://www.hopebloomsbotanicals.com/apothecarygarden

05/03/2025

Want to grow your own medicinal garden- even in containers?

This beginner-friendly guide covers 19 of the most useful medicinal herbs, how to grow them step-by-step, and when to harvest for the best potency.Whether you’re planting a backyard garden or a few pots on the porch, The Apothecary Garden will help you get started with confidence.Grab your copy here: https://www.hopebloomsbotanicals.com/apothecarygarden

01/31/2025

Mullein: A Time-Tested Herb for Respiratory & Topical Support

🌿 Did you know that Mullein has been used for centuries to support the lungs, soothe irritation, and aid in recovery?

Here’s how it can help:

For Coughs & Respiratory Health:
😷Soothes dry, irritated tissues (great for dry coughs)
Helps loosen and expel stuck mucus
🔥 Supports recovery from smoke inhalation and respiratory irritation
Best taken as a tea: 1-2 tbsp dried leaf per cup of hot water, steeped 10-15 min (always strain well)

For External Use:
👂 Ear discomfort: Mullein flower-infused oil can ease irritation
🤕 Skin & wounds: A poultice or strong tea wash helps with inflamed or irritated skin
😖 Joint & tissue support: Mullein root decoction can be used for deep aches

Antimicrobial Properties:
🦠Particularly effective against gram-negative bacteria when applied directly
❤️‍🩹Supports respiratory health, digestive comfort, and skin applications

Key Tip: Always strain mullein preparations well to remove tiny hairs that may cause irritation.

01/03/2025

Happy New Year!
We’ve just restocked some of your favorite handcrafted soaps and introduced new best-sellers. Here are some highlights:

Honey Oats Goat Milk Soap
A nourishing blend of honey and oats combined with creamy goat milk for gentle exfoliation and hydration.

Patchouli Sandalwood Soap
An earthy and aromatic soap infused with patchouli and sandalwood essential oils, providing a calming and grounding experience.

Simply Oats - Unscented Soap
Perfect for sensitive skin, this unscented soap features finely ground oats for a soothing and gentle cleanse.

Eucalyptus Spearmint Soap
An invigorating blend of eucalyptus and spearmint essential oils that refreshes and revitalizes your senses.

Mountain Air Soap
Capture the essence of crisp mountain air with this fresh-scented soap, perfect for an invigorating start to your day.

Explore these and more at Hope Blooms Botanicals. Treat yourself or find the perfect gift for someone special!
Available online and in-store!

https://www.hopebloomsbotanicals.com/shopall/handcrafted-soaps