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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Time for Resting and Slow Roasting Tomatoes
"rest, nature, books, music, love for one's neighbor — such is my idea of happiness.” Leo Tolstoy Our weekend was a whirl of work and commitments, a 24-hour flu and visits with dear friends, but today was a delicious blend of rest and creativity. We gave ourselves the...
Autumn and the Golden Rain Trees
One of the things I love best about living on our farm is that I'm always learning new things. I may get tired and dirty here, but I never, ever get bored. This week I learned more about my favorite trees on our property: Golden Rain Trees. Although they are lovely...
Preparing for Winter and a Maple Fig Cobbler
With great delight we welcomed the cooler temperatures of Autumn this weekend. I can't tell you how lovely it is to not need a fan blowing on me all day just to keep going. I'm a happy camper. With the decrease in temperature came an increase of energy, and I've been...