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The Knitting of Cowls
We have been in a knitting mood since Christmas. Maybe it’s the cold weather. And sitting together near the warm fire. We chat and reminisce and knit. It’s beautiful family time. Teddy has always loved...
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In The Cathedral of the Wild
Dewdrops or dancing fairies? Mist, moss, mirth. Dappled sunshine, deep shadows. Green grass, grey skies, rusty leaves. Love, laughter, life. It’s all around us. Always. “In the cathedral of the...
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The Pollen Collectors and Other Treasures from Nature
Waldorf schools around the country have enjoyed this week off as our teachers plan curriculums and attend meetings. In the past, we have used this week to go skiing in the mountains. But, as there has...
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Spring Magic Craft Box : 2015 Available NOW!
Hi, Happy Friends… I have some exciting news for you. The Spring Magic Craft Boxes are on their way to lucky children all over the world! THEY ARE ENCHANTING! The Spring’s Magic Craft Box is delighful....
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Nature-Inspired Easter Crafts
Here is a link to some of the past Easter crafts that we’ve enjoyed the most… Click on the photo above to see the tutorials for each craft. Blessings and magic, Donni The post Nature-Inspired...
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No-Sew Yarn Chick That Kids Can Make
Are you looking for a fun Easter craft for your little ones? They are sure to have fun making this yarn pom-pom chick. Quick and easy and so much fun to play with when they are done. The full...
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How to Dye Easter Eggs Naturally
It’s always so amazing to see the gorgeous colors that come from natural dyes. Each day of the week leading up to Easter, my kids get to choose what color egg to eat for breakfast. It’s become a...
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An Easy Cake Recipe for Kids
Teddy is the baker in the family. He loves to cook and bake. We have a cake recipe that he can just about make all on his own. And, it’s delicious too! And, do you know the amazing thing? The mess he...
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Mulberry Jam Recipe
Our mulberry tree is laden with mulberries. Every day, we all eat our fill of sweet lovely berries : us, the birds, the bunnies and even Moose, the dog… and yet, we just can’t keep up. Our sweet tree...
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Planting a Butterfly Garden.
Did you know that monarch butterflies undertake a 2 THOUSAND mile journey every winter? They travel from Canada to Mexico. This amazing migration spans the life of three or four generations of...
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Easy Knitting for Kids : Knitted Cat Tutorial : Discovering Waldorf
There is something supremely satisfying for our children when they are able to make a tangible creation with their own two hands. It’s one of the things I love most about Waldorf education, this sense...
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Felt Leaf Garland :: DIY Tutorial
We are having Thanksgiving at The Sunny House this year. Of course, this is a GREAT excuse to get crafting. We have the whole week off from school and have LOTS of projects on our list. We can tick...
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Nature Napkin Ring :: DIY Tutorial
The kids and I have made napkin rings for our Thanksgiving table. Our Thanksgiving table will be nature-inspired and these twig and oak napkin rings will look wonderful. Home Is Where The...
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Snowy Pine Cone Garland for Christmas : DIY Tutorial
We love using the things we find in nature to decorate our home for the holidays. There is a pine tree in our neighborhood that drops the sweetest mini pine cones. We took our basket on a walk...
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Our Most Popular Pine Cone Christmas DIY Crafting Tutorials
Gosh… can you believe it’s December already! Do you know what that means? It’s only 4 weeks until Christmas? Crazy, isn’t it?! If you are looking for gorgeous Christmas gifts, please don’t forget to...
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Gorgeous Glitter Feather Ornaments
Kitty found glitter in the craft cupboard. “Let’s make sparkly ornaments, Mom” she said. Just then, Teddy came in with a white goose feather… and an idea was born. I have a stash of goose feathers...
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Felted Acorn Ornaments :: DIY Tutorial
If you know me, you know I’m partial to felted acorns. In fact, I can thank felted acorns for giving birth to my entire business. Felted acorns were the very first handmade goodies I offered for sale...
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Butterfly Christmas Ornaments
We love these rustic butterfly ornaments. They make our Christmas tree look so wonderfully whimsical. Here’s a DIY tutorial for you to make some for your tree too. Materials : natural vine balls...
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Cranberry Heart Ornaments :: DIY Tutorial
Tis the season to be jolly! We made some beautiful cranberry heart ornaments today with Christmas music ‘jollying’ us along. They look so pretty on our rustic tree. Teddy and I made them while Kitty...
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Felt Gumdrop Ornaments :: DIY Tutorial
We are having so much fun in The Sunny House with our Christmas crafting. Each day, when the kids come home from school, we set about making new ornaments for our Christmas tree. We choose fun and...
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