The Prairie Coast Journal

A New Direction for Prairie Coast
If you’ve been following Prairie Coast for a while, you may have noticed that things have started to look a little different around here. New products have been appearing. I’ve been talking more about herbs, essential oils, aromatherapy, and wellness. Our room sprays have changed. Herbal-infused body care is beginning to make its way onto the shelves. And behind the scenes, I’ve been rethinking what I want Prairie Coast to become. This isn’t an overnight rebrand or a sudden decision to leave everything we’ve built behind. It’s an evolution. Prairie... Read more...
Herbal School Diaries: Week One
My First Week of Herbal School  My first week at the American College of Healthcare Sciences is officially complete, and I already feel like I’m beginning to look at herbs, essential oils, and everyday wellness a little differently. I’m studying Integrative Health Sciences with a focus in Herbal Medicine, and this semester I’m taking classes that include both herbal medicine and aromatherapy. Going into the program, I knew I was interested in herbs and natural wellness, but I’m realizing very quickly how much there is to learn beyond simply knowing... Read more...
Homemade Maple Pumpkin Spice Coffee Creamer
Fall coffee at home just got a little better. 🍂☕️ This homemade Maple Pumpkin Spice Coffee Creamer is creamy, lightly sweet, full of warm fall spices, and made with simple ingredients you probably already recognize. It’s the kind of little seasonal ritual that makes an ordinary morning feel a little cozier. And of course, we had to use a couple of our Mercantile favorites in this one. Maple Pumpkin Spice Coffee Creamer You’ll need: 1 cup milk of choice 1 cup heavy cream, or coconut cream for dairy-free 3 tablespoons... Read more...
Father's Day Meal Ideas
If Dad's Love Language Is Food, We've Got You Covered   Every dad is different, but most of them have one thing in common: they show love through food. Whether it's manning the grill, requesting the same comfort meal every birthday, or sneaking seconds when he thinks no one's looking, food is how a lot of dads say "I love you." This Father's Day, we took three of our favorite pasta kits and leveled them up into full, real-deal dinners. Here's what we made. Adult Hamburger Helper Serves 4 The... Read more...
A New Chapter: My Journey into Herbalism
If you've followed Prairie Coast for any length of time, you know my passion for natural living extends well beyond candles. What started as a desire to create more natural products for my family eventually became a business. Now, that journey is leading me down a new path: herbalism. Last week, I began an introductory herbalism course, and this fall I'll officially begin my studies through the American College of Healthcare Sciences. My goal isn't to rush through the process or become an overnight expert. Instead, I want to take... Read more...
Welcome!
This is our little corner of the internet, a place to slow down and catch up. The Prairie Coast Journal is where we’ll share what’s happening in the store, what’s inspiring us, and all the good things we’ve been cooking up (sometimes literally). What’s Coming to the StoreWe’re so excited to share that Prairie Coast will soon be expanding into mercantile goods. Think dry pantry staples, artisan and locally sourced foods, and beautiful housewares. We’ve been carefully curating what we bring in, and we can’t wait to show you what... Read more...