From crayons to cough drops, cookies to candles, Beehive Alchemy offers a comprehensive introduction to incorporating the miracle of bees into everyday life.
Beehive Alchemy is a continuation of Petra Ahnert's best-selling Beeswax Alchemy. With this new book, beekeepers (and bee lovers) will learn about the benefits and attributes of beeswax, honey, propolis, and more alongside a full range of projects and techniques to process and harness the amazing gifts of bees. Inside, you'll find instructions to make Ahnert's award-winning hand-dipped birthday candles, the classic French dessert canele bordelais, and much more, including:
Alchemy for the Body [*]Liquid soap with honey
[*]Beard balm
[*]Olive and honey lotion
Alchemy of Light [*]Taper candles
[*]Tea lights
[*]Pillars
Alchemy for the Home [*]Furniture polish
[*]Waxed cotton food wraps
[*]Woodcutter incense
Alchemy in the Studio [*]Beeswax crayons
[*]Encaustic
[*]Batik
Alchemy in the Kitchen [*]Cookies and candies
[*]Beverages
[*]Fermentations
Whether you keep bees or just love them, Beehive Alchemy will become your go-to comprehensive guide for hive-to-home creations.
