The Witch’s Apothecary: Flying Ointments, Bath Bombs, Oils & Smudge Sticks

Crafted by hand, rooted in history, carried by plants.

This workshop is inspired by the work of wise women, cunning folk, and stillroom keepers of centuries past — those who tended herbs not only for healing, but for protection, purification, and quiet knowing.

In this immersive, hands-on session, you’ll explore historical plant craft and folk traditions through four powerful herbal creations — used across time for cleansing, clarity, and subtle transformation.

🕯️ Ritual Oil – Blended with intention and herbs once used for protection, clarity, or love. Anoint candles, thresholds, skin, or sacred objects.
🌘 Flying Ointment – Inspired by historical recipes made with mugwort, rosemary, yarrow and olive oil — long associated with dreaming, intuition, and spirit journeys.
🛁 Witch’s Herb Bath Bombs – Luxurious herbal soaks made with salts and herbs like sage, rosemary, and lavender — for cleansing and renewal.
🔥 Herbal Smoke Bundle (Smudge Stick) – A traditional bundle of dried herbs for space purification, grounded in historical practices from various cultures.

• The history and folklore of these remedies and rituals
• How medieval and early modern healers worked with herbs like mugwort, sage, lavender, rosemary, and more
• The symbolic and spiritual uses of smoke, balm, and oil
• A practical, welcoming space to blend, shape, and steep your own pieces of ritual history

• One of each creation to take home
• Light refreshments and drinks inspired by historical recipes
• A PDF guide with recipes, lore, and ritual suggestions
• All materials, guidance, and care provided in a small-group setting

📍 Location: Bookham, Surrey (10 minutes from the station, on-site parking available).
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🕯️ This is a workshop for those drawn to the quiet magic of herbs, the stories they carry, and the sacred art of handmade ritual. Come as you are — curious, weary, wild, or wondering.

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Join our Apothecary Series and immerse yourself in a variety of hands-on workshops, from creating fragrant potpourri to crafting healing balms and more.

Celebrate Your Craft: The Master Apothecary Path

This is a light-hearted yet heartfelt way to honour your journey — a keepsake of the hands-on path you’ve walked with herbs, history, and warmth.

Complete 3 or more workshops in the Apothecary Series and receive a special Master Apothecary Keepsake:

• A herbal crafting kit with essential tools, such as a mortar and pestle, a set of dried herbs and measuring spoons
• A personalised Master Apothecary Certificate to recognise your dedication
• A voucher for a workshop of your choice to continue your journey

How it Works:
1. Attend 3 or more workshops from the Apothecary series
2. Geanina, The Thyme Keeper, will carefully maintain a Master Apothecary Tracker, recording your completed workshops and creations.
3. Celebrate your journey at the Master Apothecary Recognition Event at the end of 2025. Join us for a festive gathering to showcase your creations, share stories, and receive your Master Apothecary certificate and keepsake!

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