In Person Workshops

We offer a variety of workshops throughout the year. We have limited seating in our classroom and classes fill up quickly! Be sure to sign up early to reserve your spot. All classes will be held at the Little Herbal Apothecary - 210 S Public Rd, Lafayette CO - unless otherwise noted on the class. Click on any sign up button below to reserve your spot. See full workshop schedule for 2025 here

Herbal Broths for Immunity

with Liz Faermark, Certified Clinical Herbalist

Sunday, October 26th, 11:30am-1:30pm

This class will explore the basics of making different herbal broths, and the health benefits of the different herbs used. We'll taste different veggies,& mushrooms, herbs and culinary spices to understand their unique actions, and feel how they impact the body. Throw on your apron, and join clinical herbalist and nutritionist Liz Faermark for this class on kitchen herbalism for immune health. Participants will receive a handout summarizing the class teachings. Class price $40 per person.

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Plant Spirit Connection

with Rachel Weitz, Animistic Healing Artist

Sunday, October 26th, 4:00-6:00pm

The plants are our elders. They have been on earth longer than humans and have a long and wide view. All of us have the ability to have a relationship with the plant spirits. It is in our cells and our bones. Come and remember your ancient kinship with the plants. 

Join us in a sacred circle to participate in a ritual of connecting to the spirits of the plants beyond what has been written. Experience your own direct relationship to the plants for healing, wisdom and blessing. Through hands-on experience with the plants and guided drumming you will be introduced to the spiritual world of the plants.

We will meet during the season of Samhain, which is an earth-centered holiday when the veils between the human and spirit world are thin. An auspicious and magical time for such a ritual. Class price $65 per person.

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Herbal Syrups Workshop

with Liz Philbrick, Certified Clinical Herbalist & Nutritionist

Monday, October 27th, 5:00-7:00pm

Get ready for cold & flu season! Join herbalist Liz Philbrick in this hands-on class to explore the world of herbal syrups—made with herbs, water, and honey to support immunity or soothe coughs and sore throats. You'll learn about the therapeutic properties of key herbs and how syrups can be used for wellness. Participants will make and take home their own Immune Boost syrup, perfect for preparing your body for the season ahead with natural, supportive remedies. Class price $55 per person.

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Kids Halloween Potion Making

with Faith Rodgers, Certified Clinical Herbalist & Owner of the Little Herbal Apothecary

Thursday October 30th

2 times slots available: 4:00-5:00pm or 6:00-7:00pm

Do you have a little one who loves to make potions? Bring them to the Apothecary for a Halloween themed potion making workshop! Be sure they are ready to get MESSY and have FUN! Costumes are encouraged. Ages 6-10. Class price $30 per child.

 

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Holiday Herbal Bitters Workshop

with Liz Faermark, Certified Clinical Herbalist

Sunday, November 2nd, 11:30am-1:30pm

Struggling with gas, bloating, or sluggish digestion? Or want to spice up your routines or cocktails with herbal flair? Join clinical herbalist and nutritionist Liz Faermark to explore the power of herbal bitters—natural remedies that support digestion and add depth to beverages. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn what bitters are, how they work, and which herbs are commonly used. You’ll also make your own custom bitters using herbs, fruits, spices, and spirits. Alcohol-free options available. Class price $50 per person.

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Whipped Body Butters

with Faith Rodgers, Owner of The Little Herbal Apothecary and Certified Clinical Herbalist

Sunday, November 9th, 4:00=6:00pm

Treat your skin to the nourishing magic of plants! In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to make rich, fluffy whipped body butters infused with healing herbs and natural botanicals. We’ll cover the basics of crafting with butters, oils, and essential oils, plus tips for customizing textures and scents. You’ll go home with your own handmade body butter and the skills to recreate these luxurious herbal moisturizers all winter long. Class Price $48 per person.

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Herbal Sourdough Bread Making Workshop 

with Rachel Bull, Certified Clinical Herbalist

Thursday, November 6th, 6:00-8:00pm

Join certified clinical herbalist & avid baker, Rachel Bull for a class on making sourdough bread. If you've always wanted to bake sourdough but don't know where to start, this class is for you. Rachel will be teaching you how to make homemade sourdough and explaining the different herbs & foods that can be added to spruce up your loaves. Throughout class, we will be sampling a variety of breads, so come hungry! Participants will walk away with a sourdough starter, a detailed sourdough recipe, and a full belly! Class Price $65 per person.

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Make & Take Night: Organic Perfume Oil 

Friday, November 7th, 6:30-8:00pm

Craft your own signature scent! Using pure essential oils, you’ll blend an aromatherapy roll-on perfume that’s as unique as you are. Whether you’re drawn to floral, grounding, or uplifting notes, this playful class will guide you in creating a scent you’ll love to carry with you every day.
Wine (21+) and Tea will be served. Class Price $39 per person.

 

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Aromatics from Plants 

with Lauren Ann Nichols-Sheffler, Certified Herbalist

Saturday, November 8th, 11:00-1:00pm

Learn what plant aromatics are, how they’re extracted, and how to use them safely. This class covers essential oils, hydrosols, and other aromatic compounds used in wellness, skincare, and everyday life. Explore how these substances are made through distillation and how to apply them effectively and responsibly. We’ll discuss key safety tips, including dilution and proper use, to avoid common risks. You'll also have the chance to sample a variety of hydrosols and custom blend your own to take home. Class price $45 per person.

 

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Spa Party!

Thursday, November 13th, 6:00-7:30pm

Treat yourself to a beautiful evening of fun, friends and pampering! We will go through a full facial routine using our handcrafted, organic skincare products. Cleanse and clarify, steam with a beautiful bouquet of flowers, apply a gorgeous clay facial mask with active botanicals, give your skin deep nourishment & hydration with one of our nourishing facial serums. Lock in moisture with our decadent face creams. You will leave glowing and refreshed! Wine (21+), Tea & Chocolate are included. Class Price $39 per person.

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Visible Mending with Sashiko stitching 

with Cari Roberts, of The Stitch Sitch

Sunday, November 16th, 2:00pm-4:30pm

In this workshop you'll learn to visibly & beautifully mend a favorite item of clothing. We'll reinforce knees & elbows, add beauty to collars & hems, and enjoy the slow, meditative stitching of Sashiko. A Japanese textile tradition, Sashiko’s repetitive, simple stitching is both beautiful to wear & meditative to make. It provides strength, warmth, & decoration to worn & torn clothing. Bring something that’s in need of repair. Non-stretchy fabric is best-denim, cotton, or linen. Class price $55 per person.

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Immersive Sound Bath

with Ashley Cartun, Sound Healer

Tuesday, November 18th, 6:00pm-7:30pm

Join us in the Little Herbal Lounge for an intimate sound bath to ease tension and quiet the mind. You’ll be gently guided with a grounding meditation and a soothing sound journey with crystal bowls, chimes, and other healing instruments. Enjoy herbal tea, warm aromatherapy towels, and the simple gift of rest. Class Price $30 per person.

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Make & Take Night: Aromatherapy Candles 

Friday, November 21st, 6:00pm-7:30pm

Light up your creativity! In this fun, hands-on class you’ll learn how to blend pure essential oils into beautiful, custom candles that soothe the senses and brighten your space. Choose your favorite scents, pour your own candle, and take home a cozy creation that’s uniquely yours—perfect for gifting or keeping all to yourself! 
Tea & wine (21+) will be served. Class Price $39 per person.


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Splint Basketry Workshop 

with Kat Mackinnon, Certified Clinical Herbalist

Tuesday, December 2nd, 5:00pm-8:00pm

This hands-on class will give you the skills to create a variety of patterns, and introduce you to working with several types of natural materials. Each participant will go home with a completed berry basket, as well as the knowledge of how to gather and process your own basket making supplies for the future.  
This class is appropriate for the beginner to intermediate adult weavers - join us for a fun and challenging workshop! Class Price $85 per person.

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Gluten Free Herbal Focaccia: Take & Bake

with Rachel Bull, Certified Clinical Herbalist

Thursday, December 4th, 6:00pm-8:00pm

Join clinical herbalist & baking enthusiast, Rachel Bull for an interactive herbal focaccia workshop. During class you will discover new ways to incorporate herbs and infused oils into your baking. The flow of class will include sampling focaccia, preparing & straining an infused oil (to be eaten with the focaccia!), a walkthrough of a recipe, and an interactive portion where folks will get their own GF focaccia to decorate with herbs, flowers, and vegetables to take home & bake!

The provided focaccia will be gluten free and vegan *(does include honey).Participants will walk away with an herbal focaccia that’s ready to bake and detailed recipes for making your own infused culinary oil and herbal focaccia at home. All materials will be provided. Class Price is $65 per person.


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Make & Take Night: Luxurious Lotion Bars

Friday, December 5th, 6:00pm-7:30pm

Moisturize the fun way! In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to make silky-smooth lotion bars infused with skin-loving herbs. These solid moisturizers melt with your body heat, leaving your skin soft, nourished, and lightly scented. Perfect for keeping in your bag-or gifting to someone special.
Wine (21+) will be served.
Class Price $39 per person.

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Winter Solstice Wreath Making Workshop

with Alexa Hapgood of Roaming Roots LLC

Saturday, December 6th, 2:00pm-4:30pm

Come join us for a wreath-making class to celebrate the Winter Solstice and honor the holiday season. Participants will create a one-of-a-kind, completely natural and locally foraged, evergreen and botanical, 18" wreath that they can adorn their home with for the remainder of winter. Participants will also take home the skills and confidence to ethically and sustainably forage for materials and create their own beautiful seasonal wreaths in the future.
Class Price $90 per person.

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Holiday Gift Making Party {take home 20 gifts!}

Sunday, December 7th, 4:00pm-7:00pm

Celebrate the season with us at our annual Holiday Gift-Making Party! Step into the Apothecary after hours for a festive evening filled with holiday music, hot herbal tea, and the joy of creating. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll craft and decorate a variety of handmade herbal gifts, including lip balms, aromatherapy blends, teas and more. We’ve streamlined the process so you can make 20 beautiful gifts in just a few hours — perfect for sharing with friends, family, and teachers. 
Class Price $185 per person.

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Herbal Mocktails

with Faith Rodgers, Owner of The Little Herbal Apothecary and Certified Clinical Herbalist

Wednesday, December 10th, 6:00pm-8:00pm

Celebrate the season with cozy, alcohol-free drinks that bring warmth and cheer. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to craft festive mocktails with herbs, spices, and botanicals that support wellness through the winter months. We’ll share recipes and techniques to help you create beautiful, flavorful drinks—perfect for holiday gatherings or simply savoring a quiet winter evening at home.
Class Price $45 per person.

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Spa Party!

Thursday, December 11th, 6:30-8:00pm

Treat yourself to a beautiful evening of fun, friends and pampering! We will go through a full facial routine using our handcrafted, organic skincare products. Cleanse and clarify, steam with a beautiful bouquet of flowers, apply a gorgeous clay facial mask with active botanicals, give your skin deep nourishment & hydration with one of our nourishing facial serums. Lock in moisture with our decadent face creams. You will leave glowing and refreshed! Wine (21+), Tea & Chocolate are included. Class Price $39 per person.

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Winter Solstice Wreath Making Workshop

with Alexa Hapgood of Roaming Roots LLC

Friday, December 12th, 5:30pm-8:00pm

Come join us for a wreath-making class to celebrate the Winter Solstice and honor the holiday season. Participants will create a one-of-a-kind, completely natural and locally foraged, evergreen and botanical, 18" wreath that they can adorn their home with for the remainder of winter. Participants will also take home the skills and confidence to ethically and sustainably forage for materials and create their own beautiful seasonal wreaths in the future.
Class Price $90 per person.

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Holiday Gift Making Party {take home 20 gifts!}

Sunday, December 14th, 4:00pm-7:00pm

Celebrate the season with us at our annual Holiday Gift-Making Party! Step into the Apothecary after hours for a festive evening filled with holiday music, hot herbal tea, and the joy of creating. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll craft and decorate a variety of handmade herbal gifts, including lip balms, aromatherapy blends, teas and more. We’ve streamlined the process so you can make 20 beautiful gifts in just a few hours — perfect for sharing with friends, family, and teachers. 
Class Price $185 per person.

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Make & Take Night: Aromatherapy Candles 

Friday, December 19th, 6:00pm-7:30pm

Light up your creativity! In this fun, hands-on class you’ll learn how to blend pure essential oils into beautiful, custom candles that soothe the senses and brighten your space. Choose your favorite scents, pour your own candle, and take home a cozy creation that’s uniquely yours—perfect for gifting or keeping all to yourself! 
Tea & wine (21+) will be served. Class Price $39 per person.



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See full workshop schedule for 2025 here!