Make your own outdoor lotion bar with essential oils using a simple blend of shea butter, beeswax and sweet almond oil. This nourishing, travel-friendly recipe is a practical alternative to sprays and is perfect for camping trips, summer holidays and evenings in the garden.

Three simple handmade aromatherapy gifts made from a handful of useful home apothecary ingredients. Discover how I made Revive Foot Bath Melts, a Reset Body + Foot Polish and botanical lip balms as end-of-year gifts for my son's teachers.

Learn how to make homemade vanilla extract with just vanilla beans, alcohol and a little patience. This simple step-by-step guide shares the method I use at home, along with tips on choosing vanilla beans, selecting the best alcohol and why summer has become my favourite time to start a new bottle.

Not sure what to do with your garden lavender once it's in full bloom? Discover 10 simple, beautiful ways to use your summer harvest, from lavender-infused honey and botanical crafts to homemade gifts and seasonal rituals.

How to Make Rose Hydrosol at Home: A Simple Stovetop Method