Bee shows a greater interest in what I do, and she loves to honor nature outside and inside at her nature table / play altar. The one thing she was missing was a representation of fire – one of the Three Hallows in my Druidic tradition, and an important part of any Celtic spirituality. I’veContinue reading “Faux Candles for Imbolc: A Toddler-Friendly Craft”
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Pagan Parenting: Pinecone and Acorn Treasure Basket
I’ve already written a bit about treasure baskets in the past. Now that Bee is older, they’re becoming even more fun! Currently, she has a basket of different pinecones and acorns on her “play altar” / “nature table.” It’s been a great way for her to explore some of Mother Nature’s diversity. It’s anContinue reading “Pagan Parenting: Pinecone and Acorn Treasure Basket”
Pagan Parenting: Spring Gnome Tutorial
With spring right right around the corner, I thought it was time to make Bee another gnome! I decided to make a tutorial so you could make your own gnomes for the little ones in your life. Follow along or get creative and follow your own whimsy! Materials: Grey Catsidhe’s gnome pattern felt in theContinue reading “Pagan Parenting: Spring Gnome Tutorial”
Pagan Parenting: Treasure Baskets
Have you ever heard of treasure baskets? They are a simple, wonderful, and magical idea for play. They are a large part of Montessori philosophy which embraces heuristic play. Here’s a great introduction to the concept, including suggestions. I was inspired to make a treasure basket all about Druidism. Traditionally, treasure baskets areContinue reading “Pagan Parenting: Treasure Baskets”
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