Learn how to make this dandelion salve recipe using foraged dandelions! This homemade herbal salve is especially good for sore muscles, joints, and dry skin.

Dandelions seem to take over every spring. Since we can't beat them, we might as well eat them...and drink them and wear them, too.

Dandelions (Explored) by Douglas Brown on Flickr.

Study about the geometrical structure of a dandelion. Pen on paper

Dandelion jelly is like sunshine in a jar, and it's the perfect way to brighten your morning toast.

Sweet and delicious dandelion jelly recipe is the perfect homemade recipe for spring.

With this delicious Dandelion Honey Recipe, little ones will be able to connect with nature while enjoying a homemade sweet snack! Dandelion syrup is

This is a digital template for the giant dandelion florets only, you will be receiving a Silhouette version, PNG file for other machines that you will need to convert, and a screenshot for sizing reference. You could follow our tutorial with this template here- https://youtu.be/PVJHB2a8844 I prob

How to make dandelion oil to help alleviate muscle pain and for use in salve and balm recipes. This is a simple recipe and only takes a few minutes to prepare.

Dandelion wine has been around for about as long as there have been dandelions and wine making - so it's no surprise there are about a gazillion ways to create it. However, most recipes use very large quantities and call for removing the petals from the dandelion flowers. This recipe is different. Not only is the quantity small (about enough to fill a gallon jug), but it saves a ton of time because you don't need to remove the petals from the flowers. The process is also about as simple as you can get, making it a great choice for beginning wine makers. A Few Notes on Making Easy Dandelion Wine: * Be sure to collect dandelions you are 100% sure have not been exposed to chemicals (like weed killers). * Collect only dandelion flowers. It's fine to keep the green leaves (sepals) at the base of the petals, but don't include any stems. * Choose only fully opened, fresh flowers. Avoid partially-opened blooms or blooms that are wilted or are turning brown. * It's fine to freeze dandelion flowers until you have enough to make wine. However, measure the flowers before you freeze them, not after. * Use wine or champagne yeast or your wine will end up way, way too sweet. Regular baking yeast dies before it can fully eat up the sugar in this recipe. Wine or champagne yeast lives longer, and eats up more of the sugar. * You'll need something to help you cap or cork your bottles. The easiest and cheapest is a bottle caper and caps, like this one. Dandelion Wine Recipe 8 cups dandelion flowers 1 gallon boiling water 9 cups granulated sugar (you can experiment by using less) juice from 4 oranges juice from 3 lemons 2 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet) wine or champagne yeast 1/2 cup lukewarm water Large, non-reactive pot with lid Mixing spoon Colander Small bowl Funnel (I used a new, never used car oil funnel) 1 gallon glass jug Balloon Fine mesh strainer Wine or beer bottles with new corks or caps How to Make Dandelion Wine, the Easy Way: 1. Pour the dandelion heads into a large, non-reactive pot. Pour 1 gallon of boiling water over the flowers. Cover with the pot lid and steep for two days. After two days, it will look like this: 2. Place a colander over a large bowl and strain the flower mixture. Reserve the liquid, but discard the dandelion flowers. 3. Clean the pot so no trace of dandelions remains. Pour the liquid into the pot. Stir in the sugar and citrus juice. 4. In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast into the lukewarm water, stirring a couple of times to combine. 5. Pour the yeast mixture into the dandelion mixture and stir until sugar is completely dissolved. 6. Place the funnel in the jug and pour the liquid into it. Cover the opening of the jug with a balloon, to prevent bugs, dust, etc. from getting into the wine. Store in a dark location until the mixture stops fermenting. 7. Keep an eye on the balloon for a few days. If it grows quite large, lift up part of the balloon end, releasing the gas. After about 5 weeks, the balloon will probably be only slightly inflated. Release the gas from it periodically; when the balloon stays deflated for one or two days, the wine is done fermenting and is ready to bottle. (Don't bottle before this time, or you risk having your bottles of wine explode!) 8. Strain through cheesecloth until you are satisfied with the clarity of the wine. Funnel into bottles and cork or cap. For best flavor, allow the wine to sit in a dark, cool location for at least 6 months. As the wine ages, it will become lighter in color. I can't show you my dandelion wine all bottled up yet, because it is at the final stages of fermenting. But once it's bottled and aged, it should look something like this: You May Also Be Interested In: For more information about harvesting and using dandelions, see these posts: "Ah Sweet...Dandelions?" (including a recipe for cooking dandelion leaves) How to Make Dandelion Tea (from the roots of the plant) Making Dandelion Jelly Teaching Children to Forage (with dandelion cookie recipe) Eating Dandelion Flowers How to Preserve Dandelion Greens Dandelion Flower Fritters Dandelion Leaf Noodles Dandelion Medicine Dandelion Leaf Green Smoothie Dandelion Root Medicine: Where to Find It, How & Why to Use It Cautions: According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, very rarely, people have reactions to dandelion. If you're allergic to "ragweed, chrysanthemums, marigold, chamomile, yarrow, daisies, or iodine, you should avoid dandelion. In some people, dandelion can cause increased stomach acid and heartburn. It may also irritate the skin. People with kidney problems, gallbladder problems, or gallstones should consult their doctors before eating dandelion." Dandelion is a diuretic, which means it may also make other medications less effective. To learn more about this, visit the University of Maryland Medical Center website.

Fall is the perfect time to harvest medicinal roots like dandelion and valerian for use in the home herbal medicine cabinet.

Dandelion tattoos are a popular choice for those who want a simple and understated design. They can be small or large, depending on your preference, and they

It's time to get the kids outside and go on a fun nature walk! Kids love playing outside and exploring the world around them. If you've got endless amounts of dandelions like us, get our printable lion page and go on a dande-lion adventure! This is a fun and easy montessori activity that allows the

Make dandelion tea for a super simple way to access the power of these humble flowers. This healthy tea is the perfect way to enjoy spring!