Villagers is under new ownership XO
Doors will be closed for a few days, the liquidation sale is over, and we will get back to you soon with a gentle reopening of what will be the newest incarnation of VILLAGERS.
The Shop is Closing at Year's End
The shop is closing at the end of this year. Please come help me disperse the contents like wildflower seeds into all of your sweet gardens and hearths. We will be running the shop as usual from now until the end of the year.
Letting Go Into Fall
Harvest time keeps us (and the squirrels) busy as we bring in the fruits of Nature’s labor and gather wood in preparation for Winter’s darker days. Energetically, plants are retreating, concentrating medicine into the Earth. It’s time to bring root medicine into our bodies and apothecaries.
Volunteer at a Community Garden
Did you hope to have a garden this season, but for whatever reason, were unable to? No worries, there's still opportunity to dig in this summer, just sign up to volunteer at a community garden!
Natural Nightly Skincare
Wind down the day with a ritual of self-care for your skin! When you take care of yourself (through healthy eating, healthy boundaries, meditation, skincare, or otherwise) it sends a message to yourself, and in turn to the world, that says “I know that I matter".
How to prune your tomato plants
Pruning your tomatoes for less foliage means increased airflow and sunlight between branches, which will allow the leaves to dry faster and therefore slow down the growth of pathogens.
Tips for Nontoxic Cleaning
We highly recommend that you start making your own and only buy products with a complete list of recognizable ingredients. When you make your own products, you'll know exactly what you are cleaning with, and you can hum a song of victory over corporate interests while scrubbing your toilet.
The Basics of Food Preservation
After all the hard work that is put into growing your food, it should be preserved as long as possible. There are many methods you can employ to savor spring greens, summer fruits, and fall roots all year long.
How To Use A Washboard
A washboard is a surprisingly easy way to get stuff clean. Washboards used to be a common way to clean clothes and rags, but fell out of favor with electric washing machines. But you know what’s empowering? Being able to do your laundry without a machine!