Our Kindred Home
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Learn to reconnect with plants and nature for collective healing in a world beset by environmental crisis with this herbalism and eco-activist handbook.
"Breathtakingly beautiful . . . a gentle and welcoming hand offering to guide those of us seeking mindful connection and mutually nurturing paths through life in the Anthropocene."--Whitney Leigh Morris, author of Small Space Style
Alyson Morgan, a second-generation Haitian American, grew up feeling disconnected from her roots and suffering from the trauma of racism. To heal herself, she found a connection with the natural world around her: slowing down, respecting the seasons, and growing or foraging plants in her local area. To Alyson, connection with the earth means finding a sense of place and home in an era of stress and overwhelm. Now she shares her methods of homesteading for anyone to practice in their own life. Beautifully photographed, with plant monographs, illustrations, and recipes, Our Kindred Home explores our deep ties to the natural world and offers regenerative and sustainable ways of living.
Alyson helps readers better understand the deep grief and systemic harm that stems from disconnection with nature, and provides pathways for healing, such as:
- An exploration of ecological grief and its impacts
- Information for working with subtle body energy
- Tools for observing, identifying, foraging, and cultivating plants
- Methods for creating infusions, honeys, vinegars, and oils
- More than 80 seasonal and 40 plant monographs
With the whole world in environmental crisis, creating a relationship with the earth that is reciprocal rather than exploitative and understanding our fundamental interconnectedness is more vital than ever. In Our Kindred Home, you'll find everyday ways to connect to the earth for resilience, resistance, liberation, and collective healing.
About the Author
Alyson Morgan is a writer, photographer, and folk herbalist. She runs the herbal business Earth Star Herbals and writes about homesteading and eco-activism at alysonsimplygrows on Instagram. She has been featured in Read My Tea Leaves, Domino, Milk Magazine, and Hello Lunch Lady. Her writing has been published in Bayou with Love, Herbal Academy, and Taproot Magazine. Alyson moved from California to the Midwest where she homesteads with her husband and children.
How to Measure for Sizing
The key to determine correct clothing size, is taking correct measurements.
It is important to know exactly how to measure your body, and to do it carefully.
Let us show you...
Bust: Use a flexible measuring tape and measure circumference around body over the fullest part of the bust, while wearing a correct fitting, non-padded bra. Make sure the measuring tape is parallel with the floor all the way around.
Waist: Measure around your body at your natural waistline. Your waistline is the narrowest/slimmest part of torso (see illustration above). Note: Waist measurement is a reference measurement. So make sure to measure at the point where torso is slimmest, and NOT where i.e. you want your pants to sit (this is a usual mistake). Still not sure where you waistline is? Stand in front of a mirror, and bend to one side. Your waistline is simply where you can see a natural indentation in torso on this side.
Australian Sizing
Unsure about which size to wear for your clothes and footwear? Don't worry. We have compiled this women's size chart to save you all the hassle. This women's size chart will help you convert to any international size so you can find your perfect fit.
| AU/UK | US | EU | INTL. | OTHER (AU) | BUST (CM) | WAIST (CM) | HIPS (CM) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 0 | 32 | XXS | 0/P | 80 | 60 | 90 |
| 8 | 2 | 34 | XS | 1 | 85 | 65 | 95 |
| 10 | 4 | 36 | S | 2 | 90 | 70 | 100 |
| 12 | 6 | 38 | M | 3 | 95 | 75 | 105 |
| 14 | 8 | 40 | L | 4 | 100 | 80 | 110 |
| 16 | 10 | 42 | XL | 5 | 105 | 85 | 115 |
| 18 | 12 | 44 | XXL | 6 | 110 | 95 | 120 |
| 20 | 14 | 46 | XXXL | 7 | 115 | 100 | 125 |
Pants
| AU / UK | DENIM | US | EU | INTL. S/M/L | NYDJ | WAIST (CM) | INNER LEG (IN) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 22 | 0 | 34 | XXS | 58 | 32-34 | |
| 5 | 23 | 59.5 | |||||
| 6 | 24 | 2 | 36 | XXS | 60.5 | ||
| 7 | 25 | 63.5 | |||||
| 8 | 26 | 4 | 38 | XS | 0 | 66 | 34-36 |
| 9 | 27 | 68.5 | |||||
| 10 | 28 | 6 | 40 | S | 2 | 71 | |
| 11 | 29 | 73.5 | |||||
| 12 | 30 | 8 | 42 | M | 4 | 76 | |
| 13 | 31 | 78.5 | |||||
| 14 | 32 | 10 | 44 | L | 6 | 81 | 36-38 |
| 15 | 33 | 84 | |||||
| 16 | 34 | 12 | 46 | XL | 8 | 86 | |
| 18 | 36 | 14 | 48 | XXL | 91.5 |
| AUS/US | EUR | UK | FOOT LENGTH (CM) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 35 | 2 | 20.8 |
| 4.5 | 35.5 | 2.5 | 21.3 |
| 5 | 36 | 3 | 21.6 |
| 5.5 | 36.5 | 3.5 | 22.2 |
| 6 | 37 | 4 | 22.5 |
| 6.5 | 37.5 | 4.5 | 23 |
| 7 | 38 | 5 | 23.5 |
| 7.5 | 38.5 | 5.5 | 23.8 |
| 8 | 39 | 6 | 24.1 |
| 8.5 | 39.5 | 6.5 | 24.6 |
| 9 | 40 | 7 | 25.1 |
| 9.5 | 40.5 | 7.5 | 25.4 |
| 10 | 41 | 8 | 25.8 |
| 10.5 | 41.5 | 8.5 | 26.3 |
| 11 | 42 | 9 | 26.5 |
| 11.5 | 42.5 | 9.5 | 27 |
| 12 | 43 | 10 | 27.6 |
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This applies to any standard orders within Australia. Heavy or bulky items (such as furniture, pots, umbrellas etc) are not included and may incur additional freight charges. You will be contacted before delivery for an amended delivery cost.
FLAT RATE SHIPPING - $10.00
This applies to any standard order within Australia that is under $200
Heavy or bulky items (such as furniture, pots, umbrellas etc) are not included and may incur additional freight charges. You will be contacted before delivery for an amended delivery cost.
LOCAL PICKUP
Local Pickup is for customers who intend on visiting one of our stores in person. This option is only available when stock is located at a specific store. If your order shows "Unavailable for Pick Up" it means the items being purchased are currently in another store and you will need to select "Ship".
FREIGHT
Freight can be organised for bulky items to be delivered along the Mid North Coast. This service will vary depending on location, size and weight of each item. We can offer you a personalised quote and lead time.
Please note this service does not include unpacking or rubbish removal. If delivery situation changes after dispatch such as re-delivery, re-direction, extra assistance additional costs will incur. These costs are the responsibility of the purchaser and payable to Elements of Design before the delivery is finalised.
DELIVERY LEAD TIMES
Standard parcels will be sent within 1-3 business days from payment. Once your order is dispatched lead times are approximately 7-10 business days depending on your location/product size etc. Peak times, such as over Christmas, can change the estimated delivery time.
For larger items or specialised deliveries freight will be organised and lead times will vary.
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