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Vegetable "Pakoras" with an Avocado Mint Dipping Sauce
My take on vegetable pakoras served with an avocado mint dipping sauce make for an easy and delicious appetizer. Ingredients (vegetable...

Franzi Shelton
Apr 30, 20201 min read


Orange Spice Candles
These super easy homemade candles smell amazingly good and make for a stunning centerpiece. Materials: - 2 Naval Oranges - Beeswax...

Franzi Shelton
Apr 29, 20201 min read


Apple Streusel with Rum Raisins
This Streusel recipe is an old German favorite with a little boozy twist. Ingredients: For the Filling: 4 large (or 5 small) Granny Smith...

Franzi Shelton
Apr 27, 20202 min read


Nature Mandalas
These nature inspired mandalas are a beautiful Mother's Day gift and are a fast and easy craft that can be used to practice mindfulness...

Franzi Shelton
Apr 25, 20201 min read


Dino Puzzle: Exploring the Triassic
This science-based homeschooling activity is a great way to introduce your child to the fossil record. Because it involves creating a...

Franzi Shelton
Apr 21, 20202 min read


Cinnamon Harvest Tomato Soup
A cozy bowl of this tomato based soup has sweater weather written all over it! Enjoy with some hot apple cider and/or a loaf of farmers'...

Franzi Shelton
Apr 20, 20202 min read


Vegetarian Mezze
Below are a collection of my own recipes for a small vegetarian Mezze feast! Mezze are small, tasty appetizers in parts of the Middle...

Franzi Shelton
Apr 19, 20202 min read


Blackout Poetry
Blackout Poetry is a wonderful way to practice mindfulness in your home. Also, if you are currently homeschooling your child due to...

Franzi Shelton
Apr 16, 20201 min read


Flower Fairy Approved Banana Bread
This banana bread recipe is guaranteed to make a beautiful loaf! Add chocolate chips and/or walnuts for extra flavor. Ingredients: 1 cup...

Franzi Shelton
Apr 15, 20201 min read


Dairy-Free Pfannkuchen with Blueberry Sauce
Our Easter breakfast consisted of dairy-free chocolate chip Pfannkuchen (German pancakes) and homemade blueberry sauce. See the yummy...

Franzi Shelton
Apr 13, 20201 min read


Easter Nests
One of my favorite Easter traditions... super yummy, yeast-dough Easter nests. So easy and fun! Ingredients: 2 packages of active dry...

Franzi Shelton
Apr 10, 20201 min read


Fool-Proof Ginger Molasses Cookies
These ginger molasses cookies are guaranteed to be a success. Makes about 25 cookies. Ingredients: - 2 and 1/4 cups flour - 1 large...

Franzi Shelton
Apr 8, 20201 min read


Insalata di Arance e di Finocchio
Prepare this Italian Antipasto salad as a simple and nutritious appetizer when hosting guests. Looks and tastes delicious! Ingredients: -...

Franzi Shelton
Apr 4, 20201 min read


Cozy Harvest Soup
Make this warm and cozy harvest soup on any rainy day - it is sure to heat up your heart and soul! BONUS recipe: Dairy-free German...

Franzi Shelton
Mar 31, 20202 min read


One-Pan Harvest Chicken Dinner
This one-pan harvest chicken dinner is an easy family dinner that everyone will enjoy! Ingredients: - 2 lbs organic, bone-in chicken...

Franzi Shelton
Mar 31, 20201 min read


Mason Jar Lanterns
These simple mason jar lanterns look beautiful when lit in the dark and are a perfect craft to do on Martinmas, November 11. What you...

Franzi Shelton
Mar 31, 20202 min read
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