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Gift Tags
I spent the morning making gift tags using watercolors as well as a black felt pen. It was so relaxing to add all of the details to the...

Franzi Shelton
May 26, 20202 min read


'Fairy House' Lantern
I am so excited to be sharing this tutorial with you all. This beautiful 'fairy house' lantern is made from common household items and is...

Franzi Shelton
May 24, 20202 min read


'The Burgess Shale' Memory Game
This science-based homeschooling activity is a great way to introduce your child to the fossil record. The memory game is super easy to...

Franzi Shelton
May 19, 20202 min read


Coastal Backdrop (nature table)
The Great Blue Heron or Ardea herodias is a species of coastal herons in Santa Barbara County. Blue Herons nest in colonies known as...

Franzi Shelton
May 16, 20202 min read


Moon Calendar
I have always wanted a moon calendar and because tonight is the last quarter moon, I thought that today is the day. This template is...

Franzi Shelton
May 14, 20201 min read


Homemade Orange Liqueur
A fragrant orange liqueur for those hot summer nights! Also makes a beautiful housewarming gift. Ingredients: 1/2 organic orange 1/4 cup...

Franzi Shelton
May 12, 20201 min read


Marble Cake
My mom used to make me this cake for my birthdays. Definitely a kids' favorite! Ingredients: 1.5 sticks of unsalted butter 3/4 cup cane...

Franzi Shelton
May 11, 20201 min read


Artist Inspired Bug Hotels
Apparently, even insects appreciate the fine arts! Extend an invitation to your littlest of friends by granting them an exclusive...

Franzi Shelton
May 11, 20202 min read


Moon Pendant
Today is my first ever Mother's Day and it has been the most special day ever. Becoming Emma's mama has been the greatest adventure of my...

Franzi Shelton
May 10, 20202 min read


I Caught A Bug! Watercolor Art
The springtime art project introduces your child to a variety of friendly arthropods: the potato beetle, the stag beetle, and the...

Franzi Shelton
May 7, 20201 min read


Wheel Of The Year Printable
Happy New Year, friends!! Use this free template to create your own wheel of the year. #wheeloftheyear #jahreszeitenkreis #waldorf...

Franzi Shelton
May 6, 20201 min read


Biscuits à la Lavande
Our orange tree is currently blooming and its almost ambrosial smell is making me want to eat all things orange flavor. These lavender...

Franzi Shelton
May 4, 20201 min read


The Orange Blossom
Serve this cocktail on a hot summer's (or spring's) night. Serves two people. Ingredients: 1 cup cold-pressed, unfiltered apple juice 1/4...

Franzi Shelton
May 3, 20201 min read


Orange Amaretto Snickerdoodles
These Orange Disaronno Snickerdooles are so good and a fun twist on the popular original. Makes 20 cookies! Ingredients: 1 stick of...

Franzi Shelton
May 1, 20201 min read


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
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