Making Calendula Salve and Elderberry Cordial, Gifts from my Garden

[@dilihopa]

You can always count on Kate to provide peaceful, wholesome content. Thank you for another wonderful video!

[@julianneflagg4973]

I agree . Kate's videos are often the calm in my chaos.

[@vivienclark6653]

So true

[@SusanKeong]

🤣 you two are like sisters from different parents. A very special relationship. ♥️

[@priscillagagnon56]

The two of you are such a joy to watch. Anna goes along with all your adventures and one can tell that you both love each other very much. John picked a good mate.

[@veitchp]

I didn't want this video to end. I felt totally immersed in nature and in watching the process of creating these beautiful items. Not only are the calendula salve and elderberry syrup healing, so was your video. thank you!

[@peggyunderhill601]

I’ve only just found you I’m an 82 year old English woman living happily in the USA but I do miss my England. I feel I’ve found a new friend to chat with. Thanks for the lovely channel.

[@gracepatane9384]

It was so wonderful to escape into your world for awhile, Kate! It’s so peaceful & relaxing watching you go through your process! Thank You for sharing!🫖☕️🧁💜

[@erineddy7999]

Finding something I’ve put in a “safe place” after 30 minutes of hunting would be a miracle in my house! For years I’ve been saying I’m going to label one of the kitchen cabinets with a sign saying “safe place” so I’ll always know where to look. This might be the year that I make that sign! Thanks again for a lovely video!

[@paulinelarson465]

I always find what I have spent an unreasonable amount of time searching for, immediately after I have gone out to buy another one !

[@missysmith9854]

For future reference-a garden rake works really well to pull down the branches of the elderberry bush so you can reach them and doesn’t damage the bush. As a child we would walk the railroad tracks where lots of elderberry bushes grew and we’d pick as many as we could. Then spend days cleaning the berries off the stems. My mom would make elderberry jelly and elderberry pie. The railroad tracks are gone and so are the elderberries now. I’ve planted some bushes on our farm and hope to get some berries.

[@lauraholliday5993]

THANK YOU KATE AND ANNA 💚 I could watch you and your calmness for days...

[@carolfago223]

It was so nice watching you make the calendula salve. I have been making the oil for quite a few years now. My two daughters who are in their 50s have joined me in this lovely summer ritual. I always watch for a full moon or two. I put the jar out for the night. I like to think it gives the oil a little bit of magic. It's a gift of love when you put so much of yourself into making things. Every week we witnessed how much love you share.

[@jackieoneil779]

Missing you terribly Kate. So sorry about your Dad, think about you every day. Hope you are feeling peace. Love

[@tuto108]

Dear Anna and Kate, you host the loveliest visits to the Last Homely House! Pure salve for the soul! I received my calendar and the photography and colors are a real feast for the eyes. Thank you so much for making so much beauty and inspiration.

[@mamivonfluffy32]

You have lovely big calendulas with many petals. Mine from my garden are much smaler only with single row of petals. I just wish to get some seeds from yours😄. I have a funny story with my calendula salve. It was already many years ago. I made mine with pork fat. When I applied them on my legs, the neiborough dog used to come and lick my legs😂😂

[@irhonda31]

Oh, this made me chuckle!😂

[@penkast1605]

I enjoyed watching this video while knitting a brioche hat for my older daughter, sitting on my couch but imagining it was your lime green one. It is a beautiful sunny, yet crispy day in Southern Ontario, where I live. The gold and orange calendulas reminded me of the lovely summer we had this year. I feel so blessed and happy today, and am so glad I found your channel awhile back. Your videos always make me smile. Sending love to you and all your family members, Kate!

[@felicagriswold7276]

I LOVED the laughter during elder berry collecting❣️ When chores are done with giggles there is no work so much as happy memories! My Dad made elderberry wine one year. Thanks for the memory reboot. Have a good week.

[@lindalewis8565]

You spend so much of your life making things for your family and friends that is beautiful and beneficial. I’m so pleased that I found you during COVID because I think getting to know you has made me so much more fearless and generous. Bless you!

[@nitescudelia8777]

Such a beautiful presentation! I don't have callendulas,I don't have elderberries but I know to tell others what to do with them . I am smarter now!🤗 Thank you ,Kate warching your videos on Sunday night makes mondays more bearable! Best wishes from Bucharest🇷🇴

[@meatdog]

I'm always putting something in a "safe place" then cant find it. I love watching the relationship you and Anna have. So loving. I'm going to make all this. Thanks for the lovely idea and instructions.

[@sdwedan3158]

Yes, I frequently put things in safe places, only to forget where they are 😄

[@What-pt4hf]

Как мне все у вас нравится!!!❤❤❤ Вы - Талант!!!!!!

[@louiseoconnor8071]

I know the “safe place”,and it’s never the same place twice.😊

[@juliannaburgess9177]

I'm going to take a saying from Mr. Rogers, "I so wish we were neighbors". I want to pick your brain and learn more. Definitely pleasurable.

[@dianefields6056]

Those elderberries - gorgeous glistening globules.

[@irhonda31]

I’m always amazed at all the different, clever things you do!

[@JoAnnVargas-RayJVRay]

Kate, thank you for this video! My mother used to make elderberry pudding when we were growing up. This brought back so many memories. You make the calendula salve process look so easy. Wish I was one of your children! Love to watch you, I learn so much.

[@stephiepeterson]

Love hearing you and Anna laugh together. ❤

[@julieh4816]

Oh I really enjoyed that! Kate, your videos are worth their weight in gold. A pure joy for us all.

[@labnurse1]

Well now, you've inspired me to grow calendula and make salve. I'll give it a go. Thanks Kate. Be well

[@marybeth4002]

Kate, not only do you teach us new skills, but you are also a student of life. You are always learning new things also - your basket is just beautiful. The photography of you in the flower garden was stunning and the funny clipping of the elderberries with you and Anna made me laugh. What fun and such beautiful gifts for your family all made with love. Thank you.

[@melissamilos4447]

What a wonderful idyllic life. The perfect focus.

[@SewingRenoPatchworkGuy2023]

I love marigold flowers and i have decided to design some of my own Marigold Flower 100% Cotton Fabrics for my Patchwork Cushion Cover Sewing kits for my local rest home

[@emerybob1]

Thank you for sharing this video and all of your doings. The stained glass window behind your kitchen sink is absolutely gorgeous! The relationship that you have with your daughter-in-law, Anna, is lovely and very nice to see. Laurie

[@mayolson2]

You both are so fun to watch. You always make me laugh along with what ever your endeavors you both are up to. What a joy. Thank you.

[@estherchandy6292]

I love your slow almost real time process. It gives viewers a chance to appreciate that the odds are that good things take time. It's a process we should immerse ourselves with and almost "bathe" in the little bursts of success on the way. What a satisfying way to spend our days. Thank you, my dear. Much love

[@annawildey7412]

Absolutely balm for the soul,

[@heidilady]

My girls would collect tree berries with an upside down umbrella. The handle knocks them off the branch, and umbrella catches, lol

[@bunnyyoung3232]

🤗 hello, new subscriber here, im starting my journey on all things herbal, i have ADHD and autism and i find creativity is my escape, but you are so soothing to watch i could watch you all day ❤ thank you xx

[@TheEngelbrechtc]

I loved you making home made presents with produce from your own garden. How great is must feel!

[@shirleypugh4177]

Oh Kate I do so agree with an earlier comment, I didn't want the video to end. You are so calm and patient. It is so soothing to listen to and watch you. I would like to take this opportunity of extending my condolences on the loss of your father. May you and your family gain comfort from knowing that he is now at peace and reunited with your mother. I'm sure I speak for all of us who spend precious time with you on the lime green sofa xx

[@nature12487]

Incredible wisdom and knowledge you have Kate. You are keeping our heritage alive. Love the salve and cordial. My Nanna made Elderberry wine, so lots of memories. Love your relationship with Anna, you have so much fun. Your kids and Agnes are learning so many traditions from you. Thank you for all you do. We love visiting. All the best,Lisa, Ontario Canada ❤️🌟

[@SharonMiitchell]

😊I love watching you Kate such lovely things you do you are a very Special lady 😊

[@annkathy257]

Kate, I'm doing some follow up watching of videos that I was not able to watch at the time that they were originally posted. I watched this video today! I'm so glad that I waited because it was just the right video at just the right time for me and, It made me smile! I needed that today! Bless you, Kate and, thank you for doing videos like this one! ❤

[@glendamitroff3933]

I spent the day caring for my elderly Uncle & we had a delightful time together. My treat was coming home to your video & I loved every second of it. The colors of the salve & elderberries are gorgeous. I laughed along with you & Anna as you cut the elderberries. So much fun! Thank you both Kate & Anna. ❤

[@lindarussell1932]

So good to see Anna. You make a great team.

[@tinekejoldersma]

I don't have a safe place, Kate. I have a black hole. Love you home made calendula salve.

[@wendydawe3874]

Kate, you never cease to amaze me with your wonderful projects. Thank you for making my Sunday afternoons. Take care and stay well.

[@pickledellies]

That was fun! Re. Elderberries, next year, may I recommend an upside-down umbrella.

[@beckywilliams9703]

If I might add, when I was in radiation treatment, the nurses recommended calendula lotion to treat the burns. It really does work!

[@debrawitte8391]

my grandfather and i used to pick these where they grew next to a farmer's field. i miss the berries, i miss my grandfather. i am 70, by the way.

[@kathleenpurple4415]

It was most certainly enjoyable watching what you have done today 😊

[@jeancox4235]

Thank you for a lovely video. I loved seeing the process, not just the finished product. This reminded me of your earlier videos. Sometimes I miss seeing you feed the chickens and your goose, plant your gardens, walk around the woods, and give your gentle love to the cats.

[@andreamaclachlan980]

I am going to find so many special things when I find my 'safe places'!! The amount of stuff that has disappeared into the safe space universe is scary!😅

[@carybradley3968]

Oh Kate! How lovely! You’re inspiring me to finally clear and plant the calendula bed I’ve always dreamt of. Each year I buy seeds and never create the large bed I want. Will do this year! Thank you!!!

[@mrsrabbitsmoments8854]

Fondly know as "Aunt Kate" in our house 🏠 thank you for another wonderful episode ❤️ with love Mr and Mrs Rabbit 🐰

[@redparrot9489]

. A rake to heave down the branches. Let the berries drop to the ground. Move the ladder if Anna can’t reach. 💕💕💕💕 💕. Who was on health and safety for this job? 😁😁😁😁🙄 Love you both! Onto elderberry wine!

[@michellehenderson2773]

Kate this was great how lucky your family and friends will be to get those gifts. My grandparents grew Orange and yellow Marigolds that where planted every year up each side of the path to the front door my gran said when it was a dull day she always had sunshine when she looked out the window and I grow loads each year in my cottage garden to remember them. Really enjoyed this thank you xx

[@debranightengale4352]

You can use marigolds the same way.

[@HRHDMKYT]

@@debranightengale4352 Margolds don’t smell very nice. That’s why they’re great to plant between rows of fruits or vegetables you’re growing; they repel many pests which are sensitive to smells.

[@pamlilley3475]

What a lovely start to my day, Thank you Kate, a woman after my own heart in so many ways. Beautiful camera work and editing Anna. Thank you for all the work that went into this from both of you. XX

[@conniehusband1365]

LOOK at what you girls have been up to NOW!!! Two activities that I have been wanting to try! The JOY that eminates when you two are together is very soothing. GREAT tutorial! And I guarantee that this will be rewatched too. The LGS will be empty with so many of us outside pickin and pluckin🤗

[@bethann2971]

I so enjoy spending time with you and Anna, a relaxing peace inevitably follows, thanks so very much for sharing your wonderful talents and for all you do.

[@carolecaudill4962]

What fun collecting the elderberries!! Loved the whole show !❤

[@annehughes9525]

I always use a walking stick to gently pull the end of the branches down as my mother showed me when I was a child , easy peasy Kate x

[@priscillamcgarry5200]

Excellent. I laughed along with you and Anna when she was cutting the elderberry branches.such a fun time. Thank you 😀

[@brendamc3535]

You are an amazing woman. Anyone would be proud to have you as a family member. Especially a grandmother with all the wealth of information you share. Thank you so much for these videos. I enjoy them very much!!!

[@gordonakers8247]

Thank you Kate. Now I will sleep well, dreaming of making these things. 🙂

[@tbrown2302]

I kept saying” don’t fall off the stool, use a cane to hook branches and pull them down” but I don’t think you heard me 🤭. Homemade gifts are the best. Thank you Kate and Anna!

[@julianneflagg4973]

I do love Kate's videos, love them.

[@lmurton4233]

thanks so much for another lovely visit! so soothing 💞

[@deanablythe9394]

Thank you for sharing your Calendula salve and Elderberry syrup making from start to finish, I enjoyed the journey with you, but it took more than an afternoon, amazing to see the results after all your time invested. Well done.

[@deborahinman3852]

You brought back a memory of collecting wild elderberries with my late eldest brother when I was about 8 or 9. He took me along as I was small enough to climb the trees and light enough to get on the top bendy branches. Health and safety not really a buzz phrase in the 70s! He made wine not cordial, so there wasn’t even a reward for me ☹️. Happy times ☺️

[@daylchapman9800]

Here’s a tip that I learned ages ago. Wet the towel and then it won’t “steal” all the juices.

[@mariac4602]

i absolutely love the dynamic between you and Anna. What a blessing that you have each other.

[@juliannaburgess9177]

TRULY reminded me of my childhood days. Our next door neighbor's sister would bring elderberry wine and jelly. Sometimes there were extra berries that a pie would be made. Prior to winter, we as kids, would get a whiskey jigger full of the elderberry wine. It's was SO GOOD!!! And we didn't get the season colds. So I'll say it was a win, win. Thank you for the memories ❤

[@angelacarnes2894]

I’d add a shot of that elderberry juice to my cup of tea each day!

[@hermitworks]

Anna - calendula lotion was just recommended to me during my radiation treatments. I loved watching you make your salve ❤

[@genevievegiella9066]

I LOVE 💕 EVERYTHING YOU DO…… YOU ARE BLESSED 🙏

[@annebator950]

That was just lovely. Thank you. I felt as though I was beside you watching and learning.

[@lindalewis8565]

Elderberries make the best jam! Delicious!

[@lisbethbredgaard7835]

That reminded me of my mothers and grand mothers elderberry soup.

[@connieacree4006]

You are so creative and talented. Love watching all of your many ideas and gems that you make. Thank you for sharing. God bless you my dear friend. Hugs and love to you. 😊❤❤

[@petro3441]

Another fun time with you....thankyou

[@heiditagge5776]

Kate, I’m sorry for your loss. My mom had dementia for about 5 years and still difficult for me and she’s staying at home care with great staffs, I’m grateful for that. I understand that you needed take times away from social media and spending special time with your brothers. Love, Heidi ❤️

[@ritaleek4588]

Thanks for sharing, chatting and creating, a nice touch to my Sunday. ❤

[@JB-nk4qh]

🙋Hello from the southern Oregon (U.S.) coast - I discovered your channel just a few weeks ago and have been going through playlists 🎶 since then. To have this one pop up today was delight to see! Thank you so much! 💖🌹

[@chrisberry9017]

You’ve certainly joined a wonderful channel! Kate and her family are super, and you’ll make lots of friends from the rest of us on the Lime Green Sofa! Welcome!

[@conniehusband1365]

Hello from Central British Columbia! I am so happy to hear that you have discovered 'Our Treasure'. I too accidentally discovered TLHH from the beginnings. It would be quite a phenomenon if Kate could be given due credit for ALL the times her videos have been revisited!!!!!

[@lisajahn6839]

I very much enjoyed this time with you, thank you all very much.

[@annkolpin8408]

How fabulous.

[@susanbanack4855]

Love the use of nature in your own garden! ❤

[@Victorialands]

Dear Kate, l absolutely enjoyed this video. It’s always a joy to be in your garden. You’re ever so clever in the items you make up. Thank you for making my day brighter. All the best to you and your family. 💕

[@SharonBaxter-m9g]

Wow. Two great projects. Really enjoyed watching you work. Your enthusiasm is contagious.

[@pamhillabolt8179]

Thank you for giving me more ideas. Growing those beautiful orange flowers and the elderberry’s are on my list to plant in the spring. I hope you know Kate how much watching you brightens my days. Keep Smiling.

[@janemarriott3389]

Oh! What a wonderful visit!😊 I learned so much. Thanks, Kate, my KZbin Friend

[@debbietrotter8857]

Thank you ❤

[@jackirichards8789]

I put things in a safe place, never to be seen again!! Until, of course, I buy some more, then I find them immediately!! 😂😂

[@stevearney9215]

Ahh, Kate, you are a salve for the soul. So glad we could spend a part of our Sunday afternoon with you. Steve and Gig from Roseville Ca.

[@rhondadewilde2657]

Absolutely wonderful video!!! Thank you!!!

[@trishtestrow3366]

Thank you for another enjoyable, interesting post. You make me long for the peaceful Country lifestyle.

[@prnhoney]

I’m watching this while it’s pouring outside here in Maine, about to have a cup of tea. Absolutely enjoy watching your mix of ‘homestead’ projects! Love the colors of your drink & balm!

[@wlwolfe1]

Ahhh an interesting learning experience, with our beautiful Kate & Anna! 🍁👍👍💕🌈

[@marileepoorman4361]

You are a kindred spirit! Love what you do.

[@susanbenton8181]

I would love to receive both of these as gifts from you. They are so lovely and wholesome. You are a remarkable woman and. I really enjoy Your videos. Love from across the pond in Texas......Happy 2023!!!

[@laidiaciocan8989]

Thank you very mach.🙏👍❤️😛