Skruben Blog
Growing up in Idaho, my stepfather was a college literature professor who also had a peculiar fascination with cryptozoology. For those unfamiliar, cryptozoology is the study of hidden animals, often tied to local folklore, such as Ogopogo, the Pend Orielle Paddler, and the notorious...
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The finely ground shell of the nut from the tree Juglans nigra native to eastern North America is valued for its astringent and insecticidal properties. The Comanche made a paste of the leaves and husk of the nut to treat...
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Honey bees stay busy all year long.
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This is one busy bee! All the pollen we see on honey bees goes to feed their larvae. It's the nectar they collect mixed with bees' unique enzymes that becomes the nutrient-rich honey that feeds them during the winter months....
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One of the many enjoyable aspects of soapmaking is formulating new recipes. I try to choose ingredients that are beneficial to the skin or performance of the soap, while being beautiful at the same time. My favorite botanical ingredient...
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