Why we do pop-ups at farmer's markets
Haven Herbs got its start as a Lily solo venture, Boline Apothecary. And Boline Apothecary got its start at farmer's markets all over Columbus before becoming a brick-and-mortar shop in 2013. There are several reasons we have returned to farmer's markets, as they are all about sustainability, the local economy, bioregional herbalism, building community, and local sourcing.
1. Sustainability:
Keeping our pop-ups as local as possible means less reliance on fossil fuels to get our formulas into your hands. Most people walk to the local farmer's market and they also get to know their farmers and producers. This is valuable, not just pleasant. When you know the person that made your formula or grew your food, there is an automatic accountability that takes place that is missing when you buy a faceless national brand from a big-box store. This makes our products more intentional, more carefully crafted, and we see the faces and know the people using our products. This is the kind of business we should all strive to get back to.Â
2. The local economy:
When you spend money locally, at a local shop or market stall, more of that money stays in your community, 68% stays here, as a matter of fact. When you shop national chains, only 43% stays, and that's usually local workers spending paychecks. The rest gets extracted for corporate coffers. When you shop online (I'm looking at you, I-don't-pay-any-taxes-Amazon), ZERO goes into the local economy- making the rich richer and your neighbors poorer.
3. Bioregional herbalism and sourcing:
We use locally grown and sourced ingredients whenever possible (and in Ohio, we are lucky to have SO MUCH that grows here!) and where is a better place to be than sitting next to a bunch of farmers, talking to them about how herbs are great for companion planting and pest control AND a cash crop to sell to Haven?
We have applied for pop-ups in 2025, looking forward to face-to-face time. Come see us!
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I believe that you are talking about Medieval Thieves roll on. It is no longer made by Haven Herbs, but here is a recipe!
Extra Virgin Olive Oil (as a carrier)
Essential Oils of:
Clove, Lemon, Cinnamon Bark, Eucalyptus, and Rosemary.
1. Blend the essential oils. Use 2 parts Eucalytus, Rosemary, and Lemon and 1/2 part Cinnamon and Clove. Keep the unadulterated blend in a labeled sealed jar for diffusing.
2. Make a roll on by mixing in carrier oil. 5% essential oils to 95% Olive oil is all that is needed.
Hello Lily, several years ago my daughter and I did a class/workshop in your brick+mortar Bodine Apothecary. We made an anti-viral blend of something that we put into small viles with a roller ball applicator. It was used for defense against germs. For example when we would travel on planes or be in large crowds. We would apply it on pulse points. I have treasured that especially since Covid and all these other viruses have increased. I loved the scent and mixture that it was. The sad thing is, I’m out. I would so much like to purchase this but I don’t know how. I have sampled other manufacturers products but I don’t enjoy the aroma of them. Can you help me?
Thank you so very much,
Cynthia Skidmore