If you are following along with the Advent series, you can get to the original post here, and the Week 2 post here. While I’m not a big fan of crafts made out of food, I do love the simplicity of popcorn garlands. We love to mix popcorn and cranberries and then rather than hanging the… Continue reading Advent Week 2 Activity :: Plant Based Decorations
Month: December 2013
Advent Week 2 Activity :: Herbal Salves
I’m just going to share a little bit about Calendula and how to make an infused oil, and then you’ll get a wonderful salve recipe and photos contributed by Maria Epp. If you are following along with the Advent series, you can get to the original post here, and the Week 2 post here. … Continue reading Advent Week 2 Activity :: Herbal Salves
Dressember :: Day 9
First, I promise we wore dresses for the last couple days – we just didn’t get a chance to photograph them. So, we will carry on from here! There are still two days left to enter our giveaway of Urban Peasant neckwear! Head on over and enter!
Advent Week 2 Activity :: How to Make Vanilla
If you’re following along with our Advent series, you can find the original post here, and the Week 2 overview here. Making vanilla is worth it just for the smell alone. I had a pile of little ones on my lap after I wrapped up, just because my hands carried the sweet scent of… Continue reading Advent Week 2 Activity :: How to Make Vanilla
The Great Christmas Tree Dilemma
We’ve been married for over eleven years and have had little ones for over six of those. Ever since we were married, we made a commitment to live simply, to respect the environment, and to create a peaceful and warm home environment. So, where do Christmas trees fit in to all of that? Mike’s family… Continue reading The Great Christmas Tree Dilemma
Dressember :: Day 6
Even though it took all day to get a photo taken (thus the darker evening light and grainy texture), we were both wearing our dresses all day. It was a busy day of Christmas crafting and decorating – pipe cleaners, crocheting, pasting and play dough; stockings and sparkling white lights… things we are so fortunate… Continue reading Dressember :: Day 6
Shop Update
Products are up in the shop – they aren’t for sale yet, but will be soon. I am just working on shipping costs. In addition to the free printables (some of which would make a great stocking stuffer or gift), and the Tiny Peasant Pantry package, there will be: Tiny Peasant Craft Kits: Tiny Stitcher… Continue reading Shop Update
This Moment
“A Friday ritual. A single photo – no words – capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause, savor and remember.” {joining Soule Mama today} If you’re inspired to follow along, please leave a link to your moment in the comments!
Advent Week 1 Activity :: Felted Stones
A great sensory activity to do as part of Advent Week 1 :: The Light of Stones and the whole Tiny Advent series. Materials smooth stones wool roving in desired colours sewing thread in same colours as roving (optional) large bowl or pot warm water natural dish soap nylons/pantyhose Instructions: 1. Wrap stone in roving. 2. Optional: Hold roving in… Continue reading Advent Week 1 Activity :: Felted Stones
Dressember :: Day 5
First, I can’t forget to share this photo today of my team mate. This month, one lucky winner will receive a medium, Urban Peasant neckwear in Slate, as shown in today’s Dressember photo. This piece is knit with 100% merino wool that is hand-spun and kettle-dyed and has a $45 value! (*will come with a similar… Continue reading Dressember :: Day 5