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Becoming an Herbalist Free Course

Sign up for the FREE Becoming an Herbalist Mini Course!

Herbal Academy has done it again! Another incredible course and an incredible price (honestly, you can’t get a better price than free) focusing on the question “What does an herbalist DO? “

Lesson 1 looks closely at certification and regulation for herbalists and explores some of the educational options that are available to those interested in herbal careers. L

In Lesson 2, we will take a look at the language that herbalists use – words you can and cannot use legally, regardless of education, due to the current state of herbalism as an unlicensed practice. 

Lesson 3 dives deep into the ethical considerations of becoming an herbalist. 

In Lesson 4, we will outline key aspects of starting your own herbal business and the many details that go along with each. 

Lesson 5 discusses the importance of keeping your finger on the pulse of herbalism. Enroll in the FREE Becoming an Herbalist Mini Course and discover your herbal path

Class begins on August 6, so don’t wait too long!

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Last call–Parenting Super Bundle

Did you get yours? The Parenting Super Bundle expires July 31.

Here are just a few of the fabulous items you’ll find in this bundle:

 

Don’t wait! This bundle is only available until July 31. Find out more here.

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Fashion form following function

Aprons are essential wear here!

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The lowly utilitarian apron has been elevated to an art form by the Zapotec women of the Tlacolula valley in Oaxaca.  Worn every day, mandiles (aprons) are an essential and practical part of their traditional dress.  Most women own several and take great pains to color coordinate them with the day’s attire.

IMG_2773 Fiesta honoring the Virgen de Guadalupe at the home of Fidel Cruz and Maria Luisa Mendoza, Teotitlán del Valle.

Plainer aprons are worn around the home.  However, they don one of their “Sunday best” aprons for special occasions.  These are heavily embroidered and often have necklines and hems that are scalloped and, as a fashion statement, are frequently worn to the weekly market.

IMG_4636 Vendor at the Sunday market in Tlacolula del Valle.

Mandiles are made of store-bought poly-cotton fabric, usually in a small plaid design. While “100% cotton” sounds more desirable to many of us, the blend is…

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