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Kelley's Winter / Spring 2012 Class Schedule
Listed below are the herbal classes that Kelley is offering at different locations in Vermont throughout the winter and spring of 2012.
Kelley regularly teaches at Sweet Hollow Herbs in Johnson, Vermont; at Purple Shutter Herbs in Winooski, Vermont; and at Champlain Valley High School in Hinesburg. Kelley also teaches classes in her hometown of Milton.
Kelley's class schedule below was updated on January 13th, 2012 to show all scheduled classes through June of this year. You can also view these classes in:
JANUARY 2012 CLASSES
The Art & Science of Soap Making
In this hands-on class, learn how to create and make traditional, healthy hand made soap! Join Kelley Robie, of Horsetail Herbs, using herbs, spices, essential oils, plant based oils and other natural and nourishing ingredients to make a batch of beautiful aromatic soap. Each student will go home with a soap sample to cut and age, as well as a handout containing detailed instructions. Recipes and ideas for customizing your own soap will be given. Please bring a quart paperboard milk or soy container for your soap mold and an old towel to wrap your fresh soap in. Get ready to make some suds! Ages 10 years and older.
Milton Recreational Department - Saturday, January 28th, 9:00am-12:00pm
Call (802) 893-4922 to register.
FEBRUARY 2012 CLASSES
HERBAL CHOCOLATE DELIGHTS!
Chocolate has been used since the days of the Aztec and Mayan people, where they believed that this sweet treat was a source of spiritual wisdom, energy and power. Who doesn’t need another excuse to eat chocolate? Join Kelley Robie, of Horsetail Herbs, in this decidant class just in time for Valentines Day. For our culinary delight we will be making Magic Truffles to tantilize your taste buds and a smooth and silky Chocolate Damiana Cordial to awaken your senses. And did you know that chocolate is good for your skin? Try a Sweet Mocha Honey Scrub to smooth your skin and a Cocoa Butter Bar to moisturize your body. Happy chocolate!
Champlain Valley High School Access Program - Wednesday, February 8th, 6:30-8:30pm
Call Eddie Krasnow at (802) 482-7194 to register.
Colchester Parks and Recreation - Thursday, February 9th, 6:30-8:30pm
Call (802) 264-5643 to register.
Purple Shutter Herbs - Monday, February 13th, 6:30-8:30pm
Call (802) 865-4372 to register.
MARCH 2012 CLASSES
The Art & Science of Soap Making
In this hands-on class, learn how to create and make traditional, healthy hand made soap! Join Kelley Robie, of Horsetail Herbs, using herbs, spices, essential oils, plant based oils and other natural and nourishing ingredients to make a batch of beautiful aromatic soap. Each student will go home with a soap sample to cut and age, as well as a handout containing detailed instructions. Recipes and ideas for customizing your own soap will be given. Please bring a quart paperboard milk or soy container for your soap mold and an old towel to wrap your fresh soap in. Get ready to make some suds! Ages 10 years and older.
Colchester Parks and Recreation - Tuesday, March 7th, 6:00-9:00pm
Call (802) 264-5643 to register.
INTERMEDIATE SOAP MAKING
In this hands-on class, learn how to create and make traditional, healthy hand made soap! Join Kelley Robie, of Horsetail Herbs, using herbs, spices, essential oils, plant based oils and other natural ingredients to make a batch of beautiful aromatic soap. This class will focus on the process of superfatting, and making milk soaps. Each student will go home with a soap sample to cut and age, as well as a handout containing detailed instructions. Recipes and ideas for customizing your own soap will be given. Please bring a quart paperboard milk or soy container for your soap mold and an old towel to wrap your fresh soap in. Get ready to make some suds! Ages 10 years and older.
Purple Shutter Herbs - Tuesday, March 13th, 6:00-9:00pm
Call (802) 865-4372 to register.
Champlain Valley High School Access Program - Thursday, March 15th, 6:00-9:00pm
Call Eddie Krasnow at (802) 482-7194 to register.
APRIL 2012 CLASSES
LUSCIOUS LOTIONS AND BODACIOUS BODY BUTTERS
Would you like to pamper your skin & body using only the finest natural ingredients? Join Kelley Robie, of Horsetail Herbs as we create formulas that will nourish, support and hydrate making you look and feel your very best! To keep your skin looking radiant we will be making two luxurious lotions for all skin types using pure essential oils to create heavenly scents. We will be making a soft and hard body butter to both protect and moisturize your skin. Discover your inner beauty as we teach you to care for your outer beauty just in time for the spring and summer months ahead!
Colchester Parks and Recreation - Wednesday, April 11th, 6:30-8:30pm
Call (802) 264-5643 to register.
Purple Shutter Herbs - Tuesday, April 17th, 6:30-8:30 pm
Call (802) 865-4372 to register.
Champlain Valley High School Access Program - Thursday, April 19th, 6:30-8:30pm
Call Eddie Krasnow at (802) 482-7194 to register.
MAY 2012 CLASSES
THE FABULOUS FOOD FACIAL
We nourish our bodies with good food now feed your face! Kelley Robie, of Horsetail Herbs, will show you how to care for your special skin type with wonderful natural beauty products you can make yourself. Together, using foods as the main ingredients, you’ll make your own nutritious face care products & then indulge in a fabulous five-step facial. All of our recipes will include foods and herbs: an apricot facial cleanser, a yogurt/honey mask, a cucumber/ rosewater eye gel and an avocado/chamomile moisturizer. Come in stressed & go home relaxed & glowing! Please bring a large towel, bowl & something to tie your hair back. This class is open to all!
Colchester Parks and Recreation - Wednesday, May 9th, 6:30-8:30pm
Call (802) 264-5643 to register.
Purple Shutter Herbs - Tuesday, May 15th, 6:30-8:30 pm
Call (802) 865-4372 to register.
Champlain Valley High School Access Program - Thursday, May 17th, 6:30-8:30pm
Call Eddie Krasnow at (802) 482-7194 to register.
JUNE 2012 CLASSES
SUMMER HERBAL MANICURE
Are you ready for soft, smooth & silky hands? Join Kelley Robie, of Horsetail Herbs, for an herbal manicure designed to enhance the health & appearance of your nails, cuticles, fingers & hands. You’ll start with an aromatic hand soak to reduce tension, soften skin & delight the senses. Next you’ll create your own soothing salt scrub to exfoliate your skin. Dry, cracked hands will then take pleasure in an all-natural moisturizer designed to rejuvenate the skin. This will be followed by a cuticle massage salve, made by you! And if the desire strikes, you can paint your nails with our organic nail polishes. Enjoy!
Purple Shutter Herbs - Tuesday, June 5th, 6:30-8:30 pm
Call (802) 865-4372 to register.
Colchester Parks and Recreation - Wednesday, June 6th, 6:30-8:30pm
Call (802) 264-5643 to register.
Champlain Valley High School Access Program - Thursday, June 7th, 6:30-8:30pm
Call Eddie Krasnow at (802) 482-7194 to register.
Kelley also teaches an 8-month herbal apprenticeship every year. Join her on her farm in Milton to learn even more about herbal wellness!
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