I’m so glad you’re here! My name is Krista, and I’m an artist, author, photographer and grower of deliciousness on my Australian farm. I’m also a grateful survivor-thriver who believes in the power of stories, nature, and creativity to heal the darkest experiences of our lives.
My great love is making beautiful things with herbs, from nourishing remedies and fragrant teas to luscious home-brews and divine sausages, cheeses, breads, and preserves. I share those recipes and ideas through my books, teach them in workshops, and send them to you straight from my tiny kitchen via my Etsy shoppe.
I love working with folks to build a home apothecary, stock a pantry, or just have fun making delicious and nourishing things.
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Keep Looking
“Understanding is the first step to acceptance, and only with acceptance can there be recovery.” J.K. Rowling, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire Sometimes life comes along and says, "OK, luv, it's time to hibernate for a little while and do some work in that...
My Winter in Black and White
Winter arrived yesterday with a shivery morning and an afternoon so gloriously warm and sunshiny that we had lunch outside with dear friends. I wish I could share pictures of the brilliantly blue sky, lush, vibrant blossoms in my garden, and sunlight glittering on the...
Be Your Own Sunrise
“Starting the day - Another chance to be new again. How many of us still wish for that? To be your own sunrise. To awaken like a prayer - both solemn and joyful at still being alive.” Carew Papritz I had to return to the hospital this week and will again as soon as...