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.

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!

sweater softies- gremlins and owls (wip)

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

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.

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.

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........

field of gold

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