In this class, you will learn how to transform pantry herbs into everyday remedies for your daily life with traditional herbalism. Working with familiar favorites like rosemary, thyme, oregano, garlic, and cinnamon, you’ll create your own personalized herbal vinegar while exploring the rich history and traditional uses of these common plants. During class, you’ll also sample an herbal tea, infused honey, and an herbal salt- each crafted to highlight the beauty and function of these kitchen staples. Grounded in both practical skill-building and botanical storytelling, this class invites you to see your spice rack in a whole new way: as a source of flavor, history, and everyday wellness.
Instructor: Sheena Hanscel
Sheena Hanscel is a floral artist, herbalism student, and community educator based in Columbus, Ohio. With a professional background as a therapist, she brings a deep love for connection and storytelling into her work with plants — believing that nature is not something we simply tend, but someone we are in relationship with. Sheena earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Master’s degree in Social Work from The Ohio State University and is a Certified Wellness Coach through the International Association of Wellness Professionals.
Sheena created The Pollen Patch, a native pollinator and medicinal garden designed by Ohio Native Concepts. Her work honors Indigenous herbal traditions and centers on accessible, earth-centered education. Passionate about community, reciprocity, and lifelong learning, Sheena is committed to inspiring curiosity, creativity, and a joyful relationship with the land.
