Blog
Did you know, certain cannabis strains have been known to help people increase their creativity? Ever want or need an extra creativity boost? Keep reading to learn which cannabis strains can help you hone in on your creative side and take a look at some of the different people who’ve used cannabis to help reach their creative potential.
7 Min read
121 Articles
Sort
If you follow the fast-paced developments in the world of cannabis, you’ve likely come across the term “dabbing” and wondered what is dabbing? No, not the international dance craze that swept the internet in 2015 before quickly fading into oblivion. But, rather, the increasingly popular form of consuming cannabis.
4 Min read
The cannabis industry is growing at breakneck speeds. Studies from New Frontier Data point to massive growth, 21% over the next seven years. Effectively pushing legal weed sales from $13.2 billion in 2019 to a whopping $41.5 billion by mid-decade.
6 Min read
The advent of legal cannabis has brought on a surge in the development of different types of weed names and effects. In addition to sativa or indica flower, there are now concentrates, edibles, topicals, sprays, and more. Each cannabis strain and product produce unique effects on the human body; sativa-dominant strains tend to be more uplighting while indica-dominants are better for relaxation. But how does someone know which item to choose?
3 Min read
Unless you're a cannabis aficionado, you probably don't know who Rick Simpson is. In fact, being somewhat of a private person, it's safe to say Rick wouldn't mind if it stayed that way.
9 Min read
We’ve never hidden the fact that we love cannabis. It's natural as it comes and offers a huge array of potential health benefits when used responsibly. Therefore, we think it’s one of the greatest things planet earth has ever created.
8 Min read
As we never tire of pointing out, cannabis is fascinating because it’s so many different things to so many different people: A safe, all-natural shortcut to relaxation and recreation, a tool to enhance mindfulness, a potential medical miracle worker…all of the above?
4 Min read
For something that's not officially a holiday, 4/20 might be one of the most recognizable dates in the world. Celebrated every year on the twentieth of April, or by some every day at 4:20 PM, the number has become synonymous with cannabis culture.
6 Min read
If you've ever smoked cannabis, you may have noticed the intense hunger pangs that come along with it. Getting the munchies is such a common experience for those using weed for a whole array of reasons, but no one really understood why until scientists started looking at this reaction.
5 Min read
As we’ve remarked before, we are fortunate to be living in a time of such rapid and exciting developments in the world of cannabis (and so fortunate to live in a state with such forward-thinking cannabis laws!).
3 Min read
One of the greatest benefits to come from adult access to safe, clean and responsibly handled cannabis—besides, of course, all that safe, clean and responsibly handled cannabis!—is that, instead of having to rely on anecdotes, third-hand stories and “theories” (aka “wild guesses”) about what cannabis can and can’t do, we can now conduct cannabis research and get real, authoritative answers about the many ways cannabis can be a powerful medicine.
4 Min read
Let’s face it: no one wants another pair of socks. So it’s time to mix up, marijuana near me for everyone on your holiday gift list. Let’s give the gifts people really want. For the cannabis connoisseurs in your life, that means premium, homegrown products they’ll remember forever. And we’ve got you covered, thanks to our expert partners throughout Washington.
5 Min read
Silicon Valley cannabis retailers say tech workers make up 40 percent of their clients, according to Salan. And here in Redmond, we’re no stranger to local developers using our products to help them on their creative projects. And now, for the first time, research has explored how computer programmers use cannabis and how it helps them in their roles. So if you’re curious about using weed while you’re coding, read on to find out how it could help and what to consider before you try.
4 Min read
If you buy cannabis in Washington, you’ll already know that THC and CBD get the most attention. But, terpenes are the quiet heroes of the cannabis world. These aromatic compounds don’t just make your weed smell and taste good. By interacting with cannabinoids, they give each cannabis strain its unique effect. Myrcene is the most common terpene in cannabis. It’s herby, spicy, and sweet. And it’s part of the reason you feel so blissed out smoking a joint. So here’s a brief guide to one of the most important—and enjoyable—terpenes out there.
4 Min read
Are you in Oklahoma for Super Bowl weekend? Take advantage of Origins’s Oklahoma Super Bowl weekend special offer and get 10% off when you wear your favorite team's football gear! We all know that snacks are half the fun when it comes to the Super Bowl. Take your watch party to the next level by making some cannabis-infused treats! We’ve picked our two favorite recipes for cheesy, crunchy, THC-packed snacks that are guaranteed to keep stomachs lined and spirits high, no matter which team lifts the trophy when the final whistle blows.
5 Min read
Ditch the red roses this Valentine’s Day. Get your partner the kind of flower that will take your relationship to greater heights, both in the bedroom and out. A Valentine's Day weed gift sparks a different kind of magic. It’s not just fluff, these are cannabis-related effects backed by science. Follow along as we investigate this research. Plus, we tell you how to transform February 14th into a buzzed day of bliss.
4 Min read
It’s Women’s History Month! As at so many times in years and centuries past, women are often overlooked in the history of cannabis. But the truth is that women have been using, studying, and advocating for cannabis for just as long as men. So grab your closest weed, and join us for a 420-friendly history lesson. It’s vital that women are given a voice in the cannabis world because evidence shows that cannabis affects women and men differently. Not to mention, cannabis has a whole host of uses specific to people with uteruses (hello, period pain!). The more women who are empowered with knowledge of how cannabis affects them, the better. So settle down with the finest Seattle weed, and enjoy our crash course in women and cannabis.
6 Min read
Have you ever heard of Wyld edibles? If not, prepare to say hello to some of the most popular edibles available on the burgeoning cannabis marketplace in the U.S. You’re sure to wonder, “Where can I find Wyld edibles around me?” after learning all about them. Fortunately for hungry consumers, Origins is about to become one the first cannabis retailers in Washington to make Wyld edibles available to its clientele. Packed with delicious flavors and the finest cannabis out there, Wyld edibles is about to become your new favorite treat.
3 Min read