Cottonboro Farm

Saturday, October 9, 2021, I will be open 9 a.m. to 12:00 noon only.

Well, it appears I may have a sinus infection, so just going to stay closed today and plan to reopen next week for regular hours. (Thurs-Sat, 10-3) Everyone have a great weekend!

I’m feeling much better, but will be closed again today. Hoping I’ll be all set to open back up for tomorrow (Saturday). I’ll be happy to leave stuff on the porch for pick-up if anyone needs anything. I do have some nice fresh eggs and kale out there! 🙂

Sorry for short notice, but the shop will be closed today (and possibly tomorrow). I think it’s just allergies, but since I’m coughing and sneezing, you probably don’t want to be around me! 🙂

Feedback I’ve gotten, regarding holding classes, shows me there is still concern over group events, so I have decided I am going to forego any group classes this season.  Those of you who are interested, I will offer individual instruction opportunities where you can come in by appointment/schedule and work alongside me as I make products.  I can be pretty flexible with that and even offer more variety that way as well.  (For instance, if you are interested in making a face cream, I can let you know when I’m going to be making that product, and we could try and schedule a time to do it when you can be here with me and learn how to do it.  I can do the same whether it is soap, salves, tinctures, whatever.)  If this is something that would interest you, please let me know what you are interested in attending, and I will keep a running list.  I’m thinking I will offer this for the standard class price of $25, even though you’ll receive a much more personalized experience.  Day of class I always offer 10% off any purchases as well.  In some instances, some freebies of what we make may be available to you.  All depends on what I’m making, the cost and leftover product.  🙂 

Also, there has been some interest in starting up the book club and/or Herb of the Month Club.  If any of you would be interested in meeting on a monthly basis to either read an herb related book, study a specific herb or even support one another in living a more natural lifestyle, let me know.  We can be flexible about that as well, including it all in one group and expanding as needed.  First meeting we could discuss what type of group we’d like to form, how often to meet, etc.  Even if it’s just to get together to chat, share ideas and drink tea is fine with me!

I plan to start doing monthly specials.  October will be 20% off all tinctures.

A reminder that my new hours are Thursday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.  I still offer by appointment Mon-Weds as well as porch pick-up.  Eggs are available on the porch daily.  (Until sold out anyway!)  I will ship items.  Simply contact me with your order.  I always confirm the order and shipping costs before sending. My season generally runs May-December, but may vary depending on need and weather.  Please note that I will be closed this Saturday, September 25th, to attend a family event.

I’m hoping to be able to get the shop re-stocked with old favorites and new product over the winter and be able to focus on starting up a full schedule of classes next season.  We’ll have to see what next spring brings, of course, but that is my goal.  Please do not hesitate to call, email or message me regarding the products, classes or social events you would be interested in attending!  In addition to the website, I am also on Facebook.  My products are also available at Treasure Trove on Meadow Street in Sanbornville.

I look forward to hearing from you and hopefully seeing you at the shop!

I revised the standard recipe a bit (elderberries, ginger root, cinnamon & cloves) to include elder flowers as well, which can be helpful against fever, colds, flu and inflammation. This batch is made with raw, local honey and fresh ginger root. The only preservative in the syrup is the honey, so store in fridge for longer shelf life. You may also add a touch of high-quality brandy for additional health benefits and preservative qualities. I have elderberry syrup kits available if you’d like to keep it in your cupboard to make yourself as needed.

See the Natural Health page for more info.