The Maker

 

 

Hello! Thank you for visiting. I'm Freya Fawn Giles, and I operate Fawn and Crow Apothecary with my partner of 24 years, Mark. I'm a descendant of  Irish and Scottish settlers, born on the unceded traditional territory of the Secwépemc nation and now living on the unceded traditional territory of the Wet'suwet'en nation.
 

I was raised by rebels, artists, and musicians on a homestead called Roundtop Boogie. The enchanting gardens, mountains and nature around me shaped my world as a young child, and they continue to influence how I live and my commitment to the plant path today. My mother, Rebecca, was my most influential mentor—a self-taught herbalist who crafted folk remedies. Walking through the woodlands with her, watching her delicately gather leaves, roots and resins in her funky baskets, remains etched in my earliest memories. Her gentle spirit guides my hands in many ways, even though she's no longer here.

Eleven years ago, I left the city to return to rural living. I immersed myself in practicing the ways of my ancestors—growing food, medicinal herbs, and deepening my studies of bio-regional plant medicines. Learning the alchemy of the plant world and spending time in the wilderness became a significant focus. I started crafting salves, infused oils, tinctures and potions for loved ones, then began selling to my community in 2017.

A back injury and chronic pain awakened my journey into herbalism profoundly. This prompted me to concentrate on remedies that aid in healing pain and trauma. This encounter with pain has given me a profound gratitude for botanical medicines and intensified my passion for crafting plant-based offerings that provide solace to others.

Mark is my partner in every part of this adventure—growing gardens, dreaming new offerings, packaging, and providing endless encouragement. He's the Crow in Fawn and Crow Apothecary.

Thank you for being here and exploring our offerings.