How to Dry Herbs (Properly!).
An e-class
~Flowers ~Petals ~Leaves ~ Stalks ~Berries ~Fruits ~Seeds ~Roots ~Seaweed
Learn how to properly dry your own herbs so that you can enjoy using them to make your own teas, tinctures, infused oils, herbal medicines or include in soaps and other natural skincare.
An in-depth look at how to dry herbs properly:
The right ways, wrong ways, what goes wrong and why.
♥ Many people want to use their own herbs that they grow or wild-craft but unfortunately they often find that they go wrong when they try to dry them.
♥ This class comes to the rescue to sort out these issues! Vivienne will show you what can go wrong and why as well as teaching you reliable methods for you to use instead.
♥ Learn how to properly dry your own herbs so that you can enjoy using them to make your own teas, tinctures, infused oils, herbal medicines or include in soaps and other natural skincare.
♥ Knowing & understanding the correct methods of drying & storing herbs means that you can have confidence in your ability to do this yourself and actually be able to use what you make!
What you’ll learn in this class…
How and why drying herbs can go wrong. The steps to take to prevent this happening to you.
~ Why do dried herbs develop mould sometimes? What can I do to prevent this?
~ My dried herbs smell odd. Are they ok to use or has something gone wrong?
~ Why have the herbs I dried changed colour? Are they ok to use or has something gone wrong?
~ Is it safe to use herbs that have mould damage?
How to dry different parts of herbs:
~ Flowers ~ Petals ~ Leaves ~ Stalks
~ Berries ~ Fruits ~ Seeds ~ Roots
~ And also some forms of Seaweeds
Different techniques for drying herbs of varying shapes & sizes:
~ When & how to air dry, dry in bunches, use a dehydrator etc.
~ Drying techniques I don’t recommend and why.
How to tell when herbs have dried properly.
~ How long does it take for herbs to dry?
~ How will I know when my herbs are fully-dried?
~ See before and after photos to help you recognise the changes in the herbs and reassure you.
The best ways to store dried herbs.
~ Which containers should I put my herbs in?
~ Can I store them in glass jars I re-use?
~ How do I protect them from pests etc.?
~ Where should I store my herbs?
Best before/expiry dates of my dried herbs.
~ How long will my dried herbs last?
~ Are my herbs still safe to use?
~ How do I tell if they have gone bad or become too old to use?
Who is this e-class for?
LEVEL: Open to (nearly) everyone!
♥ Suitable for beginners & home-use: herb enthusiasts, people who would like to learn more about herbal medicine, people developing their home herbalism skills etc.
♥ Qualified herbalists, herb students, practitioners of other therapies (e.g. aromatherapy, holistic therapists etc.): Are welcome to attend and it may count towards training hours or as CPD. Optional class test: certificate automatically issued to everyone who passes.
♥ Natural cosmetic-makers and professional formulators: This is an ideal class to attend if you would like to be able to use your own herbs in your skincare treatments and products. Optional class test: certificate automatically issued to everyone who passes.
♥ Not suitable for children. This class is aimed at adults.
What does this e-class contain?
Instant Access to the Recorded Class
♥ Video recording of the class: A 2½ hour video class where Vivienne presents the class using slides and photos.
♥ Download the pdf: A pdf copy of the slides to make it easier for you to refer back to the notes about this topic, and the different herbal treatments plans that we cover in this class.
♥ A guide to using dehydrators: The key features to look for if you want to purchase a dehydrator.
♥ Recommended Suppliers List: Where to find the products Vivienne recommends during the video class.
♥ Drying Herbs Technique Video: A demostration of how to do this properly using air drying method.
♥ Keep access to the class*. No expiry date or additional charges.
♥ Get Vivienne’s Support:Includes 1 x credit to book in for a live Q&A session (various dates & times available throughout the year).
♥ Optional Class Quiz & Certificate: Test your knowledge & understanding of this class. Use the certifiate towards CPD/CPE credits.
* ‘Life-time access’ to the content of e-Classes & Courses is dependent on 2 things continuing to exist: 1 The technology that hosts the courses. 2 Vivienne! Download the pdf notes to store them at your end. ~~ Booking Open Now~~
Book the e-Class here
Price & Details
€45.00 (One-time payment, not a subscription)
Includes:
✓ Pre-recorded video class (available instantly) 2+ hours
✓ Downloadable documents & guides
✓ Support Credit to attend 1 x live group Q&A with Vivienne
✓ Optional test & certificate (useful for CPD/CPE credits)
✓ Life-time access to the e-class content
Avoid the disappointment and wasted effort of all your freshly-collected herbs going wrong!
Stop wasting your time & effort (and the plants!). Learn the key factors that will determine whether or not drying will work well or ruin your herbs.
