Friday, November 20, 2009

highlights of today



Thought I’d share the highlights of our day.
Araina LOVES making clothespin people! I know this is not a new idea to the blog world.....READ MORE.

Thursday, November 19, 2009

make leaf rubbing plates



Here's another good reason to get a laminator! You can make your own leaf rubbing plates....READ MORE.

need more votes



Yikes! I've been up in the ranks of this contest for a while and now all of a sudden second place is gaining QUICKLY on me (only 10 points behind)! I could really use some more votes now. If you haven't voted please click here or on the picture, it will take you right to the voting. Thanks!

Wednesday, November 18, 2009

sweater softies- gremlins and owls (wip)



Work in progress update- lots of gremlins and owls.....READ MORE.

Tuesday, November 17, 2009

milkweed mice

Three blind mice?



Hardly! Can you tell what they were made from? Here’s a hint- fluffy and soft, little ones (and big ones) like to make wishes on them……READ MORE.

Monday, November 16, 2009

odd leaf out (card game using pressed leaves)



We have been collecting and pressing Autumn leaves all season, we just can’t resist those pretty colors! Part of our nature study is learning the names of the trees, especially the ones in our yard (I quiz my little ladies, husband and sisters all the time, poor things). I came up with a card deck to help the little ladies learn and identify the leaves in a fun way. READ MORE to learn how.

Saturday, November 14, 2009

lavender/rosemary ink (handmade holidays)



On our Williamsburg trip, my granny (that’s great granny to the little ladies), bought the girls each a white feather quill pen. The timing was great because I have been wanting to make a lavender/rosemary scented ink. This was a wonderful herbal activity leaving the house smelling great! READ MORE........

Friday, November 13, 2009

field of gold



An adventure is always to be found when this run down fence is crossed! READ MORE.....