Some projects begin as simple crafts, and others grow into something much more — a story, a keepsake, a legacy. This crescent moon phase macramé dreamcatcher wall hanging began as an idea for my firstborn son Neil’s nursery, before he was even born. I wanted something meaningful, not just store-bought décor, but a piece that would hold layers of love, intention, and memory.
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Kusudama ~ Folding Art of Paper Blossoms
“The beauty of origami will make you feel like a kid again. To fold the paper is to enjoy life.” — Akira Yoshizawa There’s something profoundly simple and joyful about turning a flat piece of paper into something round, floral, and full of life. Kusudama folding, one of the oldest forms of Japanese paper craft,…
How to Make a Sculpture with White Clay
There’s something majestic about a statue, and something beautiful about capturing a moment in time with your hands—especially when it involves your children. Photographs are wonderful, but creating a sculpture brings an entirely new dimension to preserving their personality and smallness at a certain age. Recently, I set out to make a statue of my son Neil, who was three at the time.
How to Make Tiny Wooden Furniture
(Furniture is 1:24 Scale for a Dollhouse) There’s a certain kind of magic that happens when children, imagination, and a bit of wood glue come together. For us, it began in the backyard when Neil and Leon joined their Grandpa at the picnic table, surrounded by tiny wooden cutouts, a cordless drill, and the promise…
How to Craft Scented Candles for Mother’s Day
A Heartwarming Mother’s Day Gift: Mother’s Day is a special time to show appreciation and love for the incredible women in our lives. This year, our family decided to craft scented candles as gifts, transforming our home into a vibrant, aromatic workshop. Our children, Neil and Leon, along with their cousins Stella and Celeste, eagerly…
Nature Study ~ Northern Cardinal
How to Make a Simple Bird Feeder to Attract and Observe Cardinals: This winter, as the chilly breeze swept through our backyard, we noticed a lack of songbirds. The usual melodies that filled the air were missing, and our garden felt strangely silent. Inspired to bring back the birds, my son Neil and I decided…
Crafting Beeswax Lip Balm with Essential Oils
How to Make Your Own Organic Beeswax Lip Balm: In today’s world, where we are increasingly conscious about what we put in and on our bodies, making your own organic beeswax lip balm at home is not just a fun and educational craft but also a healthier alternative to store-bought varieties. My kids love sweet-smelling…
Make Your Own All-Natural Organic Sunscreen
Crafting Your Own Organic All-Natural Sunscreen That Really Works In our quest to protect our skin from the sun’s harmful rays, many of us turn to store-bought sunscreens. However, these products often contain chemicals that may not be good for our skin or the environment. Crafting your own organic, all-natural sunscreen can be a rewarding…
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