Happy July 4th! our July Newsletter!!!

News from the homefront… Happy Independence Day from all of us at MountainsDreamz! You’ll find us out and about this month at several area Farmer’s Markets.  Eagle River—Sundays from 10am – 2pm Wabeno—July 2nd, 16th and 30th from 9am – 2pm and… we’re researching several other locations–depending on how my back holds out you may see us in at least one other location! Stay tuned for more updates! Through July 4th–Freedom Sale!!! purchase 3 soaps for $15 Good only at Farmer’s Markets July 2nd & 3rd can’t get to our Farmer’s Markets? Call us or stop by our Etsy store today!

Talk about a busy month!  We started joining forces with several area Farmer’s Markets and are looking at the possibility of doing more.  Stop out to see us this weekend and sign up for our Monthly Giveaway Drawing.  (this month we’re doing the Giveaway in person vs. online–so make sure you stop by to sign up!) Also we’re exploring the opportunity of presenting classes on herbalism and/or soap making.  Any interest out there?  Before we commit to a date and location we’d love to hear from you!  If you were to go to a soap making class—would you want herbal blends?  romantic blends?  spa blends discussed?  Keep in mind you’d be creating your own soap and bringing some home for yourself or a gift.  What about creating herbal tinctures?  Balms and Salves?  Let us know your thoughts!  Once I get your feedback I’ll set something up and send out an invitation. In the meantime—take a look at our new blends for the month. New Products for the month–you’ll find these out and about at our Farmer’s Markets so stop by today!  Not all of these are found on our Etsy Site as some are made in limited quantities.  Just give me a shout out and I’ll save you some!  We’ve added creams, massage oils and an Amish black drawing salve along with a specially created Dandelion salve and several pain relief formulas for you to choose from.

Coconut oil & Shea butter soap created with the healing properties of Northwoods’ Cedar Tallow based soap with the healing properties of Dandelion and Sunflower oil–Lavender Moon! Rich and moisturizing for your skin!  Also beneficial for headaches and migraines with added Peppermint oil Unisex Massage oil made with Spring Spruce.  A wonderful up north scent that can be used all year long! Our version of the famous Amish Drawing Salve made with Activated Charcoal, honey and medicines to draw out splinters, boils, infections etc! PAIN Our signature pain relief recipe in a massage oil you can use to rub on sore muscles , aches & pains. Several hours of pain relief gauranteed with our Cayenne and Ginger based Salve.  Same great recipe in a salve! Coconut oil & Shea butter soap–Unscented, all natural, no dyes or added ingredients for sensitive skin Another Tallow based soap with Dandelion infused olive oil and a creamy citrusy scent! Wonderfully romantic and incredibly moisturizing for your skin!  Handy travel size container too! If you’ve had the pleasure of waking up in the Northwoods’ you will know what we’re talking of!  Beautiful first blush of morning in a massage oil! Sunshiny Salve made with Dandelion infused Olive oil to help your skin heal from sunburn, itchiness or scratches.  Gently scented with Chamomile and Ginger! RELIEF Our signature pain relief recipe in a lighter version for the hikers and bikers out there! Pain Relief Tincture that goes a long way! 3 – 5 drops as needed of our signature pain relief recipe in an Everclear base.  Shelf life of 10+ years!

We also have a CBD Oil from Regalabs that works incredibly on pain!  I’ve used this myself for several years and have had amazing results with no side effects.  The miracle medicine you’ve been reading about online that is legal in all 50 states.  Helps with pain relief, nausea and vomiting, reducing inflammation, stopping the spread of cancer and healing forms of epilepsy.  2 oz bottle for $37.50 Up for some Travelling?!?! This month we’re including several seminars and/or walks that are on our radar to attend.  If you haven’t made plans, we’d love to see you there!  First up is the 33 Days on Twin #66 Walk going on now through July 10th in the State of Wisconsin.  Find out what you can do to help stop the growth of the Enbridge Pipeline and all of its activity through our great State!  Then early August join our area Elders as we gather at the Women & Water Coming Together Symposium in Hayward, WI.  Both Josephine Mandamin and Mary Ellen Baker will be hosting this phenomenal gathering!  Sign up today and don’t forget to bring a friend. 33 Days on Twin #66 Walk The Sacred Water Sacred Land sponsored 33 Days on Twin #66 Walk is an ad hoc group of concerned individuals from around the state who are coming together to show soliderity and strength to protect the diminishing precious natural gifts of Wisconsin. We care deeply about living in ways that preserve clean water, air and land. Our walk includes numerous stops where communities will be invited to share their actions and ideas on how to live on the land in a good way. Various speakers will be invited to share their expertise on a wide range of sustainable future subjects. THE WALK ROUTE It is primarily an educational walk that will begin at the entry point of Enbridge pipeline systemat the southern state border just south of Walworth, and follow it northwest to the Superior Terminal transfer station in Superior. It’s purpose is to raise awareness of the existence and expansion of the Enbridge pipeline system and stimulate conversations about sustainable energy practices and reversing resource depletion. Daily consecutive legs, averaging 10 to 15 miles, are punctuated with overnight rest camps staged on private properties, first nation lands and state parks. Click on the walk route button to see the path. If you decide to join us after the walk begins AND WE ABSOLUTELY ENCOURAGE YOU TO DO SO!, go to the Live Location page to see specifically where we are at any given moment. You can also give us a call at HQ or text us to arrange a rendezvous. 33 DAYS ON TWIN#66 We’re pleased to have a number of very talented musicians on board at many locations along the way. Event times are 6:30-9:00 pm unless otherwise specified. Schedule dates and locations  July 1 – 10 7/1  Sheldon, WI 7/2  Ladysmith, WI 7/3  Imalone, WI 7/4  Meteor, WI 7/5  Stone Lake, WI 7/6  Hayward, WI 7/7  Gordon, WI 7/8  Solon Springs, WI 7/9  Hillcrest, WI Check the website for details, RSVP or any questions you may have. You still have time to stop by our favorite shop in the Northwood’s if you hurry!  This weekend thru 7/2 and again at the end of the month 7/28 – 30th.  Stop by and let them know Sandy sent you!!!! Recipes:  following you’ll find some of the incredible recipes out there for all things herbal!  From Chai Ice Cream to herbal Ice Cubes–there are ways to keep healthy and cool the whole Summer long.  HOMEMADE CHAI ICE CREAM RECIPE JANUARY 18TH, 2016   Here’s what you’ll need to make your own homemade chai ice cream… Ingredients: 2 1/4 cups of whole milk 4 tablespoons of chai concentrate 1 cup of heavy cream 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1/2 teaspoon of salt 2  1/2 tablespoons of cornstarch Directions: 1) Combine 2 tablespoons of chai concentrate with corn starch and stir until the cornstarch has dissolved in a bowl. 2) Next, combine the milk with the rest of the chai concentrate, heavy cream, granulated sugar, and salt in the sauce pan. Set aside. 3) In a bowl, prepare an ice bath for the sauce pan. This will be used to chill the ice cream base afterwards. 4) Move the sauce pan with the milk mixture to the stove and bring to a simmer on medium heat. Once the mixture is at a steady simmer, heat the mixture for 6 minutes, stirring with a whisk. 5) Reduce heat to low and, while stirring, add corn starch mixture. Then, increase back to medium heat and cook for another 2 minutes, stirring constantly. 6) Remove from heat and submerge the sauce pan into the ice bath. Keep stirring! This will help cool the ice cream base more quickly and evenly. 7) Once the mixture has cooled down place in an airtight container and let refrigerate for an hour 8) Then add the mixture to the ice cream maker and turn it on. (Make sure you follow the directions of your ice cream maker) It took about 20 minutes for my ice cream to churn and set up 9) Scoop the ice cream into freezer-safe pans, and cover with airtight lids, and freeze overnight. I like to serve it with a sprinkling of crushed up waffle cones, for an extra crunch. And a teeny tiny bit of loose leaf tea for fun. Not necessary, but super good (in my opinion). Yum! Recipe by Anissa Saxton Styling by Brittni Mehlhoff Photography by Amelia Tatnall from Paper & Stitch blog found here: http://frame.bloglovin.com/?post=4957191717&blog=489613 To cool down on those hot summer days—try freezing some herbs or fresh fruits in your ice cubes!  Make your lemonade or iced tea with an added flavorful surprise! How to Make Herb-Infused Honey What You Need Ingredients Basic formula: Use about 1-2 tablespoons of dried herbs per 1 cup (8 ounces) of honey. Honey: A light, mild flavored honey generally works best. (Use the Honey Locatorand support your local bees and beekeepers.) Herbs: Use a single herb or a combination. Rosemary, sage, thyme, mint, lemon balm, lavender, chamomile, rose petals, and pine needles all make lovely infused honeys. You can also use spices like vanilla beans, cinnamon sticks, and star anise. Herbs should be dry; see instructions below. Equipment Clean, dry jars and lids (half-pint and pint mason jars work well) Chopstick, wooden spoon handle, or other stirrer (avoid metal, which can scratch jars) Clean cloth for wiping jar rims Strainer Instructions 1. Prepare herbs: Herbs should be dry (see safety note, below) and may be in the form of whole sprigs or separated leaves, buds, and petals. Chopped herbs may infuse more quickly, but they may also be harder to strain out. (To dry fresh herbs, use an air or oven drying method, dehydrator, or microwave.) 2. Combine herbs and honey: Place herbs in the bottom of a jar and fill the jar almost to the top with honey. Using a chopstick or other implement, stir to coat the herbs with honey. Top off with more honey to fill the jar. Wipe the jar rim with a clean cloth and cover tightly. Tip: Label the jar with the contents and date so you don’t forget! 3. Infuse: Let the herbs infuse for at least 5 days. If the herbs float to the top, turn the jar over a few times to keep them well coated. For a more intense flavor, infuse for another week or longer. 4. Strain: Strain the honey into a clean jar. Depending on the volume of honey and herbs and the size of the strainer, you may need to do this in stages. (Tip: Use the leftover herbs to make a tisane.) 5. Store: Store the honey in a tightly covered jar in a cool, dry place. It will last indefinitely. A Note on Safety: Although some people make infused honeys with fresh herbs, this process calls for dried herbs in order to limit water activity and the growth of Clostridium botulinum spores. For more details, see Clemson Extension’s Is herb-infused honey safe to prepare at home? Natural Room Scents By Monica at the Yummy Life Ingredients Citrus, sliced — lemons, oranges, limes (may use peel only, if preferred) Herbs — rosemary, thyme, & bay leaves Spices– whole cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, allspice (optional), anise (optional); may substitute ground/powdered spices Ginger (fresh or powdered) Extracts–vanilla, almond, mint Pine twigs (or other fragrant twigs) Directions Use a pint (2 cup) jar, container, or pot to combine scent waters. Add ingredients to container, cover with water, and choose from these options: –simmer on stove top, topping off with more water as it evaporates –add heated mixture to a slow cooker, fondue pot, or something similar that will keep mixture heated. Preheat waters to a boil (in microwave or on stove top). As water evaporates, always top it off with HOT water to keep the temperature as high as possible. Higher heat = more fragrance. FRAGRANT COMBINATIONS: 1. Orange, Cinnamon & Spice. 1 orange, 2 cinnamon sticks (or 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon), 1/2 tablespoon whole cloves (or 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves), 1/2 tablespoon whole allspice (or 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice), 1 anise star (optional) 2. Lemon, Rosemary & Vanilla. 3 sprigs of fresh rosemary, 2 lemons, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. 3. Lime, Thyme, Mint & Vanilla. 3 limes, 3-4 sprigs fresh thyme, 1/2 teaspoon mint extract, 1 teaspoon vanilla. 4. Orange, Ginger, & Almond. 1 orange (or peel from 2 oranges), one 4″ finger of ginger, sliced (or 1 tsp ground ginger), 1/2 teaspoon almond extract. 5. Pine, Bay Leaves, & Nutmeg. Handful of pine twigs or needles, 4 bay leaves, 1 whole nutmeg, outer layer grated into mixture. Scented waters may be refrigerated between uses. Reuse for 2-3 days, or as long as they still have a pleasant fragrance Have a fantastic July 4th!  Enjoy the time you have with family and friends and stay safe out there! Love and blessings today and in to tomorrow too!!!! MountainsDreamz  ~Hold on to what is good, even if it’s a handful of earth. Hold on to what you believe, Even if it’s a tree that stands by itself. Hold on to what you must do, Even if it’s a long way from here. Hold on to your life, Even if it’s easier to let go. Hold on to my hand, Even if I’ve gone away from you.~ Pueblo Indian Prayer

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