Nettle & Bone Apothecary

In 2026, the Full Blue Moon of May rises beneath the visionary influence of Sagittarius, carrying with it an energy of rarity, expansion, and profound illumination. 🌕♐🏹

Occurring only once every few years, the Blue Moon has long been associated with moments that feel transformative or destined. Spiritually, the Blue Moon magnifies the energy of a traditional Full Moon, bringing heightened clarity, emotional revelation, and the opportunity to release what no longer aligns.

Guided by Sagittarius, this lunation invites us to step beyond limiting beliefs and reconnect with a broader perspective on life. It asks us to seek truth, embrace growth, and trust the wisdom gained through lived experience.

Aligned with the archetype of Temperance, this moon also speaks to integration and inner alchemy. It reminds us that expansion without grounding becomes imbalance, while true transformation emerges when heart, mind, and spirit move together in harmony.

Under this rare Moon, we are called to perceive differently, release consciously, and step forward with a renewed sense of freedom and purpose.

Since the early days of Nettle & Bone Apothecary, our mission has been to encourage rituals that align with nature’s magick and wisdom — honoring the quiet, sacred moments that reconnect us to ourselves and the earth around us.

Until now, much of that journey has centered around rituals of care from without, offering skin and haircare formulas designed to honor the body, soften the senses, and invite moments of intentional pause into everyday life.

But at long last, we felt called to also turn our focus to care from within.

Stepping forward into this new chapter, we are excited to introduce Kettle Kwatha — herbal decoction blends crafted to offer the grounding nourishment of slow-simmered botanicals.

Rooted in traditional herbal practices and inspired by the beauty of mindful living, these blends invite you to slow down, simmer gently, and reconnect with nature through intentional presence.

Leading this collection is Vitality Guard, our elderberry syrup mix designed to help you prepare a rich, flavorful elderberry syrup from the comfort of your own home. Simple to make and deeply supportive, this decoction blend transforms an everyday kitchen ritual into something warm, meaningful, and quietly powerful.

May this offering bring warmth to your kitchen, intention to your rituals, and a deeper connection to the rhythms of nature. 🌿

Learn more at NETTLEANDBONEAPOTHECARY.COM

We'd like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the amazing local community of Southeast Idaho ❤

Thank you to everyone who showed up this past weekend to support the vendors at the and the !

Your support and presence mean more than you may realize.

We look forward to experiencing this 2026 market season with you all!

As the Wheel of the Year turns once more, we arrive at the threshold of fire and bloom—Beltane, the ancient festival that welcomes the height of spring and the promise of summer. It is a season alive with warmth, where the earth hums with vitality and the days stretch long beneath the strengthening sun. 🔥🌸🌿

Rooted in early Gaelic tradition and carried forward through modern pagan practice, Beltane is both a celebration and a crossing. It marks the movement into the light half of the year, a time when growth becomes abundance and life begins to flourish in its fullest expression. Beneath its history burns a quiet reverence for the forces that sustain and renew the living world.

In honoring Beltane, we step into this fertile current. We celebrate not only the turning of the seasons, but the spark of life itself—the energy that calls us outward, into connection, creation, and the wild beauty of becoming.

The Full Flower Moon of May rises within the transformative waters of Scorpio, offering a gentle yet undeniable call toward change. 🌕♏🦂

Balanced between the renewal of spring and the radiance of summer, this lunation marks a moment of becoming—where growth is both felt and revealed.

Traditionally tied to the blooming of wildflowers, the Flower Moon reflects abundance and new beginnings. Yet as a micromoon, its energy is quieter, inviting reflection on the changes taking place beneath the surface.

Through Scorpio’s depth and the guidance of Death (XIII), we are invited to release with intention—understanding that renewal often begins the moment we let go.

From the depths, something shifts.
And from that shift, something more aligned takes root.

Introducing the latest addition to our Apothecary 🌿

Crafted to honor the spirit of plants as allies in times of need, our Shaman Salves combine a blend of skin-supporting ingredients with a single herb’s unique character and wisdom.

Whether carried into the forest or kept close at home, these salves are formulated to serve as companions for everyday moments—inviting you to slow down, listen, and receive the gentle support of nature when your skin calls for care.

Available now in four herbal varieties:

✨ Calendula – Often called an “all-purpose” botanical ally, Calendula works from within the skin’s layers to encourage healing and restore balance.

✨ Balm of Gilead – Drawn from the resinous buds of poplar trees, Balm of Gilead lends a cooling touch that helps to soothe areas of pain and discomfort.

✨ Comfrey – Revered as a master of mending, Comfrey is rich in skin-repairing compounds that promote rapid healing at the skin’s surface.

✨ Plantain – A powerful drawing herb, Plantain helps to coax out what does not belong beneath the skin’s surface while offering restorative support to damaged tissues.

In each tin lives a reminder: healing begins with relationship, and the earth is always ready to meet you there.

Learn more at NETTLEANDBONEAPOTHECARY.COM

Back in stock for the season ☀

Crafted for those who feel most at home beneath open skies, our Solar Sigil sunblock cream offers daily protection without compromise.

Its buttery-smooth formula—made entirely from natural, non-toxic ingredients—melts effortlessly into the skin, creating a breathable shield that soothes, nourishes, and hydrates.

Gentle enough for the everyday ritual, yet powerful enough to support your skin through every outdoor adventure, Solar Sigil provides the coverage you need to embrace the sun’s warmth with confidence.

Available for a limited time at NETTLEANDBONEAPOTHECARY.COM 🌿

Say hello to our Apothecary's newest skincare addition 🌙✨💙

After months of thoughtful formulation, we're pleased to introduce Astral Aura—our FIRST non-whipped Tallow Face Balm.

Crafted for the delicate nature of facial skin, this non-comedogenic formula offers gentle, restorative support for all skin types—especially those prone to irritation, inflammation, and redness.

Infused with frankincense and a blend of blue oils, this balm works to soothe and restore while delivering deep, lasting hydration. Its luminous blue hue invokes the essence of twilight skies, while its calming aroma weaves together soft notes of apple and wildflower with grounding whispers of resin and aged wood.

Rooted in tradition and crafted for modern ritual, Astral Aura is more than a facial balm—it is an invitation to slow down, to reconnect, and to return to the quiet devotion of daily care.

Available now at NETTLEANDBONEAPOTHECARY.COM ✨

The April Full Pink Moon of 2026 rises under the balancing influence of Libra, marking the first full moon following the Spring Equinox. 🌕♎🌸

Positioned within a season of renewal, this lunation reflects a natural unfolding — a soft transition from initiation into embodiment.

Traditionally named for the blooming of early spring flowers, the Pink Moon carries themes of opening, connection, and emotional renewal. It signals a time to move beyond dormancy and into gentle expansion.

Guided by Libra’s relational awareness and the clarifying presence of the Adjustment archetype, this moon invites us to seek harmony within and around us.

Balance becomes the pathway.
And through balance, alignment begins to take shape.

As the Wheel of the Year turns, we arrive at a sacred threshold—the Spring Equinox—where light and dark stand in perfect balance. This is the sabbat of Ostara, a time whispered about in petals, birdsong, and the soft awakening of the earth. It is both a celebration and a quiet invitation to begin again. 🌷🐇🌿🥚

Rooted in ancient rhythms yet shaped through modern pagan tradition, Ostara weaves together myth, nature, and spirit. From stories of the dawn goddess to rituals honoring fertility and renewal, this season carries echoes of humanity’s oldest reverence for the returning light. It reminds us that growth is not only inevitable—it is sacred.

In celebrating Ostara, we do more than observe a seasonal shift—we participate in it. We align ourselves with the rhythm of the earth, embracing growth, possibility, and the quiet magic of new beginnings.