Beehive Alchemy

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 BodyLiquid soap with honey. Beard balm. Olive and honey lotion. Alchemy of LightTaper candles. Tea lights. Pillars. Alchemy for the HomeFurniture polish. Waxed cotton food wraps. Woodcutter incense. Alchemy in the StudioBeeswax crayons. Encaustic. Batik. Alchemy in the KitchenCookies 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.