Franzi Shelton
Swedish Heart Baskets
I created these little Swedish Heart Baskets in order for each person in the family to have a space for little Valentines tokens and...
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Franzi Shelton
Jan 14, 20212 min read
'Sandy Fossils' Valentines Necklaces
Materials (Makes 10 Valentines): 1 cups of all-purpose flour 1/2 cup of salt 1/2 cup of warm water 1 Tablespoon ground cinnamon 1...
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Franzi Shelton
Jan 7, 20212 min read
'Paper Swan' Trinket Baskets
Follow the tutorial below to create super easy trinket baskets for your littles. Also a perfect way to package your Valentines. What you...
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Franzi Shelton
Dec 27, 20202 min read
Eco-friendly New Years Crackers
I have been brainstorming ways to recycle our wrapping paper and ribbons, and came up with these eco-friendly crackers for New Years Eve!...
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Franzi Shelton
Dec 18, 20201 min read
Lussekatter
Lussekatter are Saffron buns from Sweden that are traditionally made on Santa Lucia day (December 13). Santa Lucia day celebrates the...
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Franzi Shelton
Nov 29, 20201 min read
Spiced Christmas Tree
These spiced Christmas trees smell so good and do not require any difficult-to-find materials. They are super easy and fun to make and...
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Franzi Shelton
Nov 24, 20201 min read
Marzipan Hedgehog
This is a craft I remember vividly from my childhood in Germany. Marzipan hedgehogs are not only a delicious treat, but also an...
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Franzi Shelton
Nov 17, 20201 min read
Gingerbread House Advent Calendar
This gingerbread house advent calendar is super easy to make as well as a sustainable and budget-friendly option. Materials: - 6 brown...
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Franzi Shelton
Nov 14, 20202 min read
Stained Glass Cookie Ornaments
These (super easy) stained glass cookie ornaments can be strung up as a garland or individually hung on your Christmas tree. Materials: 1...
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Franzi Shelton
Nov 1, 20202 min read
Classic Balloon Lantern
Balloon lanterns are a fun craft to do with the entire family. The process is a bit messy, so be sure to use a tarp or another type of...
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Franzi Shelton
Oct 28, 20201 min read
Colorful Leaf Garland
Bring autumn into your home by crafting this colorful leaf garland. Materials: 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup fine salt 1/2 cup warm...
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Franzi Shelton
Oct 28, 20201 min read
Crayon Resist Art
This easy art project is appropriate for even the smallest artists. Materials: - Watercolor paper - Wet cloth - Brushes - Watercolor set...
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Franzi Shelton
Oct 28, 20201 min read
Window Kites
Create colorful sun catchers using transparency paper and craft sticks. Materials: - 4 craft sticks per kite - wood glue (I used Titebond...
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Franzi Shelton
Jun 18, 20202 min read
'Summer Solstice' Window Sun
Summer solstice is the longest day for the Northern Hemisphere and kick starts a season of fire festivals and long nights under the...
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Franzi Shelton
Jun 16, 20202 min read
Waldorf Lanterns
This classic Waldorf method of making beautiful, translucent lanterns by using vegetable oil is tried and true - works every time! What...
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Franzi Shelton
Jun 14, 20202 min read
Under the Sea: Birthday Ring and Mermaid Garland
Below, you will find some beautiful birthday ideas for the little mermaids in your life. Birthday Ring Tutorial: What you need: 1/2 cup...
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Franzi Shelton
Jun 8, 20202 min read
Naturalist Illustrations
Naturalists such as Maria Sybilla Merian and Ernst Haeckel were some of the first researchers to actually merge their scientific...
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Franzi Shelton
Jun 5, 20201 min read
Mermaid Pendants
"Look at this trove, treasures untold. How many wonders can one cavern hold?". Although these mermaid pendants are super easy to make,...
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Franzi Shelton
Jun 3, 20202 min read
Sea Anemone Craft
Yesterday, I received Julia Rothman's beautiful new book 'Ocean Anatomy' in the mail and am super excited to use her book as inspiration...
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Franzi Shelton
May 27, 20201 min read
Doily Doves
Pentecost (5/31) celebrates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles. The symbols of Pentecost include a dove representing the...
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