Sweet, nutty roasted pumpkins are the perfect vessels for rich fondue spiked with fragrant thyme to make a dish worthy of the Fae and perfect for your fall celebrations!
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Welcome to the Wondersmith's Writings! Here you can find magical recipes featuring foraged ingredients, musings on food and ceremony, and meaningful rituals to explore your own everyday magic. Though I have been focused on other writing pursuits, I am keeping all of my blog content up as a resource for you. You can use the search bar below to find what you are looking for. (Please note that sometimes you need to refresh the page to see the search results.) Happy reading! If you'd like to support my goal to spread magic far and wide, consider contributing to my patreon program!
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Luscious rose hip jam fills fluffy yeasted donuts dusted with rose hip sugar for a decadent fall treat that speaks of wild woods and cozy fires.
Read MoreSwirls of stars, plenty of purple, and lots of beautiful recipes and projects to share this month! Even though September has been a whirlwind of pain, illness, and doctors, I can still see the natural beauty all around us. I hope you can too :)
Read MoreThis beautiful and delicious gluten-free bread owes its delicious flavor and soft texture to an unusual ingredient: lichen! Read on to learn just why I’ve added lichen to this bread recipe and what kind of trickster energy it embodies .
Read MoreThis vulnerable post is an explanation of how important my work as Miss Wondersmith is, and why I’m fighting to be able to continue it.
Read MoreA recipe for a seductive blend of dark complexity. A story about traversing the darkness. An invitation.
Read MoreThese beautiful and soothing bath salts take only moments to whip up, and are perfect when paired with a fire and water ritual meant to help experience and release stuck emotions.
Read MoreA delightful evening sip, this cordial combines the juicy flavor of mountain huckleberries with the calming properties of passionflower. This recipe was inspired by the many wonderful influences in my life, a virtual toast to their generosity.
Read MoreCrispy, buttery, flaky… and filled with the umami richness of porcini mushrooms and summer vegetables smoked with the wild herb Life Everlasting. This recipe is one for the books.
Read MoreA reflection on the many Wonders of August, as well as this month’s beautiful nature mandala!
Read MoreThe unusual, sponge-like texture of this Asian-inspired cake is the perfect vehicle for delightfully creamy squash ice cream studded with candied black walnuts.
Read MoreAn overview of my special event “Fireweed” - the inspiration behind it, the ceremony of the gathering, and an account of what it entailed.
Read MoreHearty curly dock seed crust, thickened yogurt, and flavorful strawberries - what more could you ask for in a tart? How about edible monarch butterflies and an exploration of our collective roots? Read on.
Read MoreThis brew of late summer sunshine is both delicious and medicinal. Learn more about the history of oxymels and how to make your own healing potion!
Read MoreThis trifle is delicious, beautiful, and filled with late summer produce! It also carries with it an important message of how important foundations are in forging ahead with creative projects. When is the last time you got business advice from a dessert? Maybe it’s time to start now. ;)
Read MoreA reflection on the many Wonders of July, as well as this month’s beautiful nature mandala!
Read MoreCreate your own beautiful blooming tea out of an herb that can be found all over the world and has been humankind’s companion since the very beginning…
Read MoreThis beautiful berry pudding is the perfect way to showcase the proliferation of berries available in the Pacific Northwest right now. Crunchy candied strawberries round out this berry explosion.
Read MoreThis beautiful cake is a savory delight, filled with wild herbs and greens plus your favorite pizza toppings. It’s sure to wow at your next family picnic.
Read MoreThis botanical perfume is as luscious as it is lovely, presented in roller bottles filled with dried botanicals. Read more to find the recipe and some thoughts on body positivity in the cosmetics industry.
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Join me for a little winter night magic as we bake this cake full of rich seasonal flavors and black cocoa!