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The Use of Color in Waldorf Education
“Color is the soul of nature … and when we experience color we participate in this soul.” -Rudolf Steiner As we all know from sayings...
Franzi Shelton
May 31, 20212 min read
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The Simple Living Collective: Spring
When we think of ‘simple living’, we often think of scenarios involving stuffed donation boxes, empty shelf space, and clutter free...
Franzi Shelton
May 31, 20212 min read
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Crafting with Toddlers
I have been getting a lot of questions lately on how to successfully involve toddlers in arts and crafts projects. To answer this...
Franzi Shelton
May 31, 20211 min read
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Tips for a Waldorf Inspired Home
When Matt (@waldorfdads ) and I first found out that we were pregnant with our daughter Emma, we had a long conversation about what we...
Franzi Shelton
May 31, 20212 min read
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The Power of Fairytales
Last weekend, I created a little window theater for Emma. All you need is a mini playsilk (I used a rainbow play silk from Sarah's Silks)...
Franzi Shelton
May 31, 20212 min read
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The Colors of the Week
In his research, Rudolf Steiner realized that establishing healthy rhythms in the home supports children in their development and growth....
Franzi Shelton
May 31, 20211 min read
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Mexican Hot Chocolate 'Sun Cake'
This moist and delicious chocolate cake surprises with hints of cinnamon and cayenne. Ingredients: 1 stick unsalted butter 0.5 cups dark...
Franzi Shelton
May 30, 20211 min read
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Whitsun Cake
I have a confession to make. Yesterday, I got tired of filling out paperwork and packing boxes, so I baked a delicious and decadent cake...
Franzi Shelton
May 30, 20211 min read
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Strawberry May Day Cake
A delicious and light strawberry cake for May Day. German Strawberry Cake: Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Use a stand mixer (or...
Franzi Shelton
May 30, 20211 min read
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Forager's Salad
Enjoy this nourishing and beautiful forager's salad. Forager’s Salad: Dandelion greens Nasturtium blossoms Shiitake mushrooms sautéed in...
Franzi Shelton
May 30, 20211 min read
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Caterpillar Bread Rolls
This bread roll caterpillar is super easy to make and the rolls are the perfect combination of sweet and savory. Oatmeal Caterpillar...
Franzi Shelton
May 30, 20211 min read
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Wild Boar Pie
Did you know that consuming game meats is good for the environment? Consuming abundant and sustainable game meats such as wild boar is a...
Franzi Shelton
May 30, 20211 min read
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Fossil Cookies
Have you ever heard about the Cambrian Explosion? These Burgess Shale cookies are a great addition to any earth science unit! Children...
Franzi Shelton
May 30, 20211 min read
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Hot Cross Buns
Hot cross buns! Hot cross buns! One a penny, two a penny, Hot cross buns! If you have no daughters, Give them to your sons One a penny,...
Franzi Shelton
May 30, 20211 min read
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Gnome Window Garland
If you have been following me for a while, you will probably know how much I love gnomes and toadstools! I made this colorful gnome...
Franzi Shelton
May 30, 20211 min read
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Crocus Garland
This crocus garland is a craft that is not only quick and easy but also visually stunning. What you need: Watercolor pad Semi-moist...
Franzi Shelton
May 30, 20211 min read
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Earthworm Activities
Have you ever looked at an earthworm with a magnifying glass? If not, now is the time! Go outside and find an earthworm in the soil (…...
Franzi Shelton
Feb 9, 20212 min read
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Flower Fairy Dress-up Doll
Download and print at 100%. If the download does not work for you (depends on your browser/ settings), feel free to use the chat box in...
Franzi Shelton
Feb 3, 20211 min read
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Bird House Window Transparency
I created this little (super easy) bird house to go along with our origami love birds (see prior post). It took me less than 30 minutes...
Franzi Shelton
Jan 29, 20212 min read
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Love Birds: Window Transparency
There is nothing sweeter than tiny birds meeting midair to share their song. Follow the directions below to make a set of tiny love...
Franzi Shelton
Jan 24, 20211 min read
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