This year, in place of a wreath, we’re going to have an Advent Spiral as our table centrepiece. We’ll move our candle one step closer to the centre every day, using it as a sort of Advent calendar, and introduce an extra candle for each Sunday of Advent. Remembering the spirals my children have walked at school festivals, we’re going to have a big candle in the centre from which the smaller ones are lit, but there really is no right or wrong way to do this. Some people add a new candle every day, which is...
During winter we don't have so many outdoor activities because temperatures here are constantly below zero. But luckily there are tons of winter crafts and arts activities to make with kids and have cold winter days amusing. I especially love seasonal Waldorf activities inspired by nature, followed by Waldorf books that are helping us understand
This year at our CCD Family Advent Night, we decided that we would focus on the meaning of the Advent Wreath and have the kids make their own to take home. I will post pictures of how we make that wo
Printable advent wreath craft is perfect for kids to make to prepare for Christmas.
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Weeks before Chanukah I planned to make a chanukiah out of toilet roll tubes. Then I saw one made by Creative Jewish Mom which was so elegant I nearly gave my plans away! But my daughter and I bot…
For years, I’ve been meaning to make an advent calendar. To stop me from procrastinating, I’m hosting an Advent Calendar Craft-Along. Will you join me?
These fall leaf suncatchers are an easy autumn craft for kids or toddlers and a fun way to practice scissor skills or colour mixing too!
We're getting ready for Advent around here, and I love making Advent wreaths with my kids. When kids craft their own, they are always so excited about and proud of what they make. Also, they
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Paper plates with the middle cut out make a perfect base for a wreath. And they’re cheap & easy if you’re working with a whole class of young kids. Head outside so the kids can …
We had Grandparents Day at school this week, and each student got to bring a grandparent to school with them! We had an assembly, and then the
The great thing about the O Antiphons is, they don't start until December 17! That means even if you missed the boat with an Advent wreath or a Jesse tree, you've still got time for
The meaning and significance of Advent is often overlooked during the month of December these days. I actually find it to be the heart of Christmas. It technically begins on the Sunday closest to November 30, this year being December 2nd and the following 4 Sundays. For ease, we often talk about Advent being the …
A few weeks ago, I shared open shelving ideas and inspiration for kitchens, as well as a sneak peak at my own kitchen solution for open shelving. I encourage you to check out that post because it allowed me to brainstorm alternatives to create a look that I loved without having to grapple with budget […]
Oh the magic an advent calendar can bring to the Christmas Season!! I came across some spectacular DIY advent calendars!! Check them out!
Print out this writing activity for the beginning of Advent. The kids can do some research to write about the meaning of the Advent Wreath....
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By Jessica Gordon “O come, O come, Emmanuel, and ransom captive Israel, that mourns in lonely exile here until the Son of God appear.” — “O COME, O COME, EMMANUEL,” AN ANCIENT HYMN INSPIRED BY THE O ANTIPHONS The O Antiphons, also known as “The great O’s,” are sung or recited each evening during Vespers …
For years, I’ve been meaning to make an advent calendar. To stop me from procrastinating, I’m hosting an Advent Calendar Craft-Along. Will you join me?
This year, in place of a wreath, we’re going to have an Advent Spiral as our table centrepiece. We’ll move our candle one step closer to the centre every day, using it as a sort of Advent calendar, and introduce an extra candle for each Sunday of Advent. Remembering the spirals my children have walked at school festivals, we’re going to have a big candle in the centre from which the smaller ones are lit, but there really is no right or wrong way to do this. Some people add a new candle every day, which is...
All my children love tiny things. One recent morning, my son spent time making tiny scrolls and putting them in empty match boxes. Everyone was so charmed, we could not stop talking about all the things we could do with the concept. We thought about birthday invitations, poetry boxes, wish boxes, and treasure hunt directions. We thought it would be fun to mail them, leave them on our friends' porches, or in random public places (that one I want to do soon!). We also spent the morning making beeswax bottle cap candles. So, I turned all my goodies into a tiny meditation box. I wrote a meaningful quote and tied up my scroll with three matches. Tucking it into the match box, I thought what a sweet little gift this would make for anyone going through a tough time. How about a new mama? A recent graduate? Someone who has met sudden sadness or is facing a big change? The candle idea was inspired by craftaholics anonymous. She uses crayons, which is super cool, but for this application I really like the beeswax. Even from this small candle, it smells amazing. We keep our beeswax in a tin can and remelt it in a water bath for different projects. Super simple.
Ready to make Advent awesome? I have worked hard to round up a boatload of Advent ideas--ideas for kids, adults, our homes, and our families.
Kids aren’t the only ones who can have fun with a batch of salt dough…although this project is simple enough for a child! I’ve long been a big fan of the wooden Advent/Easter spir…
It's the time of year to grab your supplies and get busy creating Catholic Advent crafts for your family! My kids have been busy going through my Pinterest boards and deciding on their favorites. We have enough ideas to celebrate all the way through the 12 days of Christmas, and then on to the Epiphany.
As I was sitting at my dining room table making my Advent seasonal plans and I came up with this idea for my girls to make for St. Lucy's day. After creating one, to test my idea, I thought, "Duh!! I feel sooo silly...This is a nice easy activity for the kids to make their
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It's the time of year to grab your supplies and get busy creating Catholic Advent crafts for your family! My kids have been busy going through my Pinterest boards and deciding on their favorites. We have enough ideas to celebrate all the way through the 12 days of Christmas, and then on to the Epiphany.
How to make dried orange slices & ideas for Thanksgiving Christmas decorations, crafts & gifts like citrus ornaments, wreath, garland, potpourri etc! - A Piece of Rainbow, fall, winter, farmhouse decor, vintage, natural decor, garden decor
