The Handmade Life offers personalized consultations, handcrafted goods, herbal traditions, and other “old ways” via virtual and in-person workshops. The goal of these efforts is to preserve history and knowledge for future generations and, most importantly, to foster well-being and a love of the natural world.
The Mission:
The Handmade Life is built upon the premise that both autonomy and interdependence are two necessary ingredients in a satisfied life experience. Autonomy requires confidence in one’s own capabilities to navigate life’s challenges. The Handmade Life hopes to empower others to design their own unique, fulfilling lifestyles, while firmly rooted in a strong container of health that honors the natural world. We also believe interdependent community, a true safety net that catches you in hard times as well as teaches you how to catch others in theirs, is the birthright of every human, and that it must be consciously experienced and shared if it is to be recognized, valued and nurtured for future generations.
About Katie:
Katie Hanus is a community herbalist and founder of The Handmade Life. Katie has trained to date with Sacred Journey School of Herbalism in Austin, Texas and with The Herbal Medics Academy in San Antonio, Texas, with an emphasis in empowering healthy lifestyles in women and children. Additionally Katie has supported her own family’s complex health, learning and developmental needs for the past 16 years through a variety of modalities and therapies. She has certificates in herbalism, permaculture design and nature-based coaching, as well as additional training in homeopathy.
Herbal traditions can empower individuals committed to fostering health and balance in their own lives and communities. Herbalists are not medical professionals. Always consult with a physician or other healthcare professional regarding any medical or health related diagnosis or treatment options. Herbalists cannot diagnose or evaluate diseases, illnesses, or medical conditions. The Handmade Life’s services are purely for educational purposes only and should never be construed as medical diagnosis, treatment, or cure for any condition.