Feature Friday - Tilly Tilda

Waldorf Doll - RESERVED



Greetings Cards - Illustrations



Greetings Cards - New Mom - Christening



Waldorf Doll - Waldorf Boy - Steiner Doll

Nursery Art - Mother and Child Illustration

Feature Friday - Earthy Mama Goods



Earthy Mama Goods




Snowman Christmas Ornament

 

Winter Wonderland Playscape, Playmat, Story Mat 

 

Custom Wool Felt Letter Birthday Crown - Made to Order

 

Redwork Pine Tree Christmas Ornament

 

 

 

 

Fox In A Box With Green Bedding

Team Member Interview With Kari of EarthyMamaGoods

Tell us a little about yourself.My life has had many twists and turns and I feel like I've finally landed where I belong. Right now I'm mothering two little girls and my son is off at college. I spend my days creating. During the summer months I spend a fair amount of time working in our gardens and helping to create life there. During the winter months you'll find me spending more time indoors and creating art there. My life is very seasonal and at any given moment you'll see it governed by natural seasons as well as the seasons of life.



Gnome and Toadstool Needlefelted Playscape



How did you begin working in your craft and how did it develop into a business?I've always created - ever since I was a child, really. One of my first projects was hand sewing an outfit for my little sister's favorite stuffed rabbit. Our dog had chewed the rabbit's dress and I sewed a replacement to cheer up my sister.

As for how I developed it into a business, it's really simple. One day I decided that I was done creating just for myself and my children and opened the etsy shop.



Autumn Acorn Wool Felted Waldorf Crown




What is one of your favorite homeschool memories thus far?
I'm really not keen on picking favorites of anything, but I can say that I am absolutely thrilled when I see the look of joy on my children's faces when they grasp a concept or discover something new. My goal is to help them always retain that love of learning.

What advise would you give to other homeschool families who are also trying to run a home business?
Practice balance. If you must, instill rules or schedules to ensure that the business doesn't take over your life.







Set of Five Counting Manipulatives

     

Where do you find inspiration for your pieces?Literature, nature, my children. Honestly, a better question might be, "Where DON'T you find inspiration?"

What is your favorite item in your shop right now? Seriously, I don't think I could pick a favorite. Some items I really enjoyed creating and others were part of a much more challenging creative process. I don't know if all artists are like me, but I don't know that I'm ever satisfied with my work.

Life's Triad Maiden Mother and Crone Goddess

Do you have specific goals for your business or for your homeschooling? Would you share some of those with us?
My goal for my business is to always love the work. If it ever stops being a joy then I know it's time for me to stop. While I enjoy the bit of extra income it brings in, I really began the business as a creative outlet. There just weren't enough shelves in our home to house my creations. As for our homeschooling, my only goal is to help my children learn to love learning. To help them retain that passion for learning is what drives us.

Custom Wee Mouse in Altoids Tin

Do you have any other websites that you would like to share? ie, Facebook, Twitter, Blog, Shop...
You can find me on Twitter at twitter.com/MooMamaKari
 on Facebook at www.facebook.com/pages/Moo-Said-the-Mamas-Urban-Homestead/188640327836258
, and my blog can be found at moosaidthemama.blogspot.com/ .

I do spend probably more time than I ought to on Pinterest and folks can find me there at pinterest.com/karimoomama/ .

The Four Seasons

WINTER...


SPRING...


SUMMER...


FALL...


Sheteam has something for them all!
Find the items in each collection here:
Winter
~Boutique Knit Baby or Toddler Earflap Hat - Baruchs Lullaby
~Four White Five Pointed Waldorf Inspired Stars - Harvest Moon By Hand
~Winter Musk Goat Milk Soap - Country Soap By Marlen
Spring
~Spring Fling Earrings - Mompotter
~Bunnies and Eggs Table Runner - Prairie Cottage Rose
~Forget Me Not Flower of the Month Necklace - Empty Nest Egg
Summer
~Little Miss Firecracker Knit Summer Dress
~Sweet Rose Hand Embroidered Tamari Ball - Julie and Co
~Polka Dots and Cherries Boutique Dress - Adorable Blessings
Fall
~Pumpkin Muffins Soy Wax Melts - Smokey Mountain Scents
~Leaves Falling Bracelet - Little Miss Beady
~ Oak Leaf Abstract Original Drawing - Ellemar Designs
~Posted By VeryVerdant

It's Beginning To Look A Lot Like...

Christmas!?! Are You serious?!? I am not sure how an annual holiday can catch me by suprise, but this one always does. It always falls on December 25 but I always find myself scurrying around on December 1st thinking, "I only have 24 days till Christmas."

So once again winter is on it's way and with it the colors and sounds of the holiday season. Whether you are celebrating Kwanzaa, Hanukkah, Christmas, or Winter Solstice this holiday season, the talented Sheteam has selections to help you cross off gift items from that shopping list. Here are just a few.

How about this adorable Waldorf Inspired Toy Party Time Playset from TheEnchantedCupboard

For the cooks in the family I love this Mini Apron and Dress Form made by The Good Ole Days
Who doesn't have a young fashionista in their family? And what young girl wouldn't love to bundle up in style with a Flowered Earflap Beanie made by those Crochet Sisters over at CrochetRUs?
Finally, get a gift for yourself - a gift in which you can carry your stash of presents. This Soft Green Backpack Purse can be custom monogrammed by The Blissful stitcher.

- VeryVerdant

The Thanksgiving Dinner

Once there lived a woman,
who was hosting her family Thanksgiving.












She cleaned for days and the house smelled so nice.











Dressed in her best, she welcomed her guests.




Herbs from her own garden formed the humble wreath on her door,as guests arrived bearing gifts to say Thank You to their hostess...










Her table was set with lovely dishes...







...and the food was...well...divine.


Buzz, buzz, buzz...The alarm clock sounds. Wait it was only a dream. What time is it? What is today? Tuesday? The 23rd? Wow, I have a lot of work to do. Cleaning, scrubbing, cooking, baking...Thanksgiving is only two days away!





Wishing you all the best,
VeryVerdant