I recommend this ebay-shop: http://www.ebay.de/itm/250923528350?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2648.
I just bought 9 colored (Waldorf) scarves to either decorate the season's table or for L. to build caves, houses, rooms, wrap her babies... whatever. This lady has them in all colors and for a really good price. I had been looking around for a while, but all I found from "real" Waldorf suppliers (catalogues etc.) were quite expensive, I thought. So I'm happy I found these... I can't post pictures yet, because the set of rainbow scarves is going to be my birthday gift for L. ;)
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Tuesday, March 13, 2012
Tuesday, February 7, 2012
Die kleine Raupe Nimmersatt
This book is a classic over here in Germany.
M found this video on youtube, which L loves. I would prefer, if the pictures were the original ones. But they also just listen to the song and go through the book continually. Maybe something for our German friends...
Sunday, July 24, 2011
Felting
Lisa Jordan made these - so wonderful and inspiring! I'm in love with her work! And she has some tutorials too!
These are stones!
And here's my try:
I'm really not happy with the result. I predict it'll all fall apart, when Lenara is playing with it. :(
These are stones!
And here's my try:
I'm really not happy with the result. I predict it'll all fall apart, when Lenara is playing with it. :(
Saturday, June 4, 2011
Friday, June 3, 2011
Nice crafty Mommy blog
Since we are busy ourselves... here is some inspiration:
http://thebeetleshack.blog>http://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gifspot.com/2011/05/rainy-day-room.html
Check out the rest of her blog. I like her style!
http://thebeetleshack.blog>http://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gifspot.com/2011/05/rainy-day-room.html
Check out the rest of her blog. I like her style!
Monday, March 28, 2011
Hello Handmade
"hello handmade is a place for independent, handmade design and original ideas. hello handmade wants to support the growing handmade-scene and provide a new network for its creative members as well as other parties interested in their products, projects and ideas.
hello handmade is founded and organised by Sophie Pester, Designer and Maker (jodii.de) from Hamburg, Germany."
Articles are in German, but pictures and links speak for themselves. Check it out!
hello handmade is founded and organised by Sophie Pester, Designer and Maker (jodii.de) from Hamburg, Germany."
Articles are in German, but pictures and links speak for themselves. Check it out!
Friday, March 11, 2011
YouTube Fun
We have just been watching some funny YouTube videos. Lenara doesn't get to watch TV yet (hopefully for a while). But sometimes we look at photos or videos of other kids (my friends kids on facebook or YouTube). Just small scenes, that I think she can relate to. There are also funny and good children's songs animations. But not all are recommended. I'd recommend to review them first and make a little collection before showing them to your child. For example, I don't like the flashing bright colored ones. I've also researched finger games in the past. Also something Lenara liked and I thought was appropriate to share with her. I'm trying not to skip or switch videos (like we grown ups switch between window browser all the time and interrupt videos) and not show many in a row.
Here are some examples we liked:
Dancing Baby
Laughing Baby
Father in crib (ohhh, how I can relate!!)
Alle meine Entchen (Lenara knows the words to this song):
Hoppe Hoppe Reiter (Lenara knows the words to this one as well):
Here are some examples we liked:
Dancing Baby
Laughing Baby
Father in crib (ohhh, how I can relate!!)
Alle meine Entchen (Lenara knows the words to this song):
Hoppe Hoppe Reiter (Lenara knows the words to this one as well):
Sunday, March 6, 2011
Tampon Bag Industrie
There seems to be a market for tampon bags... at least on DaWanda. That's news. So precious!
Friday, March 4, 2011
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
DaWanda: Manati-Mum
Just found MANATI-MUM on DaWanda. I like her style. It reminds me of our style... Check out her shop and blog!
Monday, February 21, 2011
HypnoBirthing® - Mongan Method
I am thinking a lot about Hypnobirthing these days - again. It's always in the back of my mind. My dream is to work as a Hypnobirthing instructor one day - sooner or later. I'm not sure, if it's something I can achieve soon, bc the programme costs quite a bit plus considering the fact, that I have to earn our living with my next job, which I'm not sure teaching Hypnobirthing would offer.
Anyway, I have to get more information first, which I'm about to do. But I think, the reason why I'm thinking about it again these days is the fact, that a lot people around me are having babies (again). And I wish everyone to have a good birthing experience - which is a gift for life, both the baby's and the family's life. Having a stress-free, trauma-free, spiritual birth that keeps in mind the miracle and power of nature and women - it's something every family deserves. It should be a basic right. I feel so sorry for all women who are trying to delete their memories about their birthing experience as it wasn't a good one. This doesn't have to happen like that - and especially, it doesn't have to stay like. I'm very convinced of this method - even though I didn't have the chance yet to try it myself. I'll link to information, so you can get your own opinion.
Unfortunately in Germany, health insurance only pays for regular birthing classes - although it seems to me that Hypnobirthing classes are so much more helpful. But even though you have to pay for it on your own, I think it's worth it. For my next birth I would ask my family and friends to donate for a good birthing experience, instead of baby clothes that last for about 2 weeks, 126 stuffed animals in pink etc etc. There's really not much you need to take care of a baby (something I've learnt after having had my first child). Therefore I will invest in the greatest gifts of all next time - a natural and positive birthing experience.
If I can't be an instructor just now and can't try it myself, it's my goal to at least spread the word. Feel free to tell all your pregnant friends about it. You can also contact people, who have done Hypnobirthing classes before (via websites or facebook).
Here is a quote from the official website:
Official Hypnobirthing Website for Germany and Switzerland (English language)
Official Hypnobirthing Website for US
Hypnobirthing Instructor that teaches in my area. She has a very good website with lots of information, links and her own birthing story.
I also own the official book. If any of my German friends would like to have a look at it, please don't hesitate to ask me about it. Or purchase at Amazon here.
Anyway, I have to get more information first, which I'm about to do. But I think, the reason why I'm thinking about it again these days is the fact, that a lot people around me are having babies (again). And I wish everyone to have a good birthing experience - which is a gift for life, both the baby's and the family's life. Having a stress-free, trauma-free, spiritual birth that keeps in mind the miracle and power of nature and women - it's something every family deserves. It should be a basic right. I feel so sorry for all women who are trying to delete their memories about their birthing experience as it wasn't a good one. This doesn't have to happen like that - and especially, it doesn't have to stay like. I'm very convinced of this method - even though I didn't have the chance yet to try it myself. I'll link to information, so you can get your own opinion.
Unfortunately in Germany, health insurance only pays for regular birthing classes - although it seems to me that Hypnobirthing classes are so much more helpful. But even though you have to pay for it on your own, I think it's worth it. For my next birth I would ask my family and friends to donate for a good birthing experience, instead of baby clothes that last for about 2 weeks, 126 stuffed animals in pink etc etc. There's really not much you need to take care of a baby (something I've learnt after having had my first child). Therefore I will invest in the greatest gifts of all next time - a natural and positive birthing experience.
If I can't be an instructor just now and can't try it myself, it's my goal to at least spread the word. Feel free to tell all your pregnant friends about it. You can also contact people, who have done Hypnobirthing classes before (via websites or facebook).
Here is a quote from the official website:
HypnoBirthing® is a rewarding, relaxing, and stress-free method of birthing that teaches a mother, along with her birthing companion the art and joy of experiencing birth in an easier, more comfortable and often pain-free manner that most nearly mirrors nature. HypnoBirthing® - the Mongan method is time proven since 1989 celebrating an internationally known birthing program using self-hypnosis. The program is based on the theories from Grantly Dick-Read, the father of natural childbirth. [...]
Advantages of HypnoBirthing®
* Eliminates the Fear-Tension-Pain Syndrome before, during and after birthing.
* Eliminates or greatly reduces the need for chemical painkillers.
* Shortens the first stage of labor by several hours.
* Eliminates fatigue during labor, leaving mother fresh, awake, and with energy for actual birthing.
* Eliminates risk of hyperventilation from "shallow" breathing methods.
* Promotes special bonding of mother, baby, and birthing companion.
* More rapid postnatal recovery.
* Returns birthing to the beautiful, peaceful experience nature intended.
* Creates a more integral role for the birthing companion.
Official Hypnobirthing Website for Germany and Switzerland (English language)
Official Hypnobirthing Website for US
Hypnobirthing Instructor that teaches in my area. She has a very good website with lots of information, links and her own birthing story.
I also own the official book. If any of my German friends would like to have a look at it, please don't hesitate to ask me about it. Or purchase at Amazon here.
Monday, January 31, 2011
Bookcrossing
http://www.bookcrossing.com/
Have you heard of bookcrossing before?
I like the idea. Will read more about it soon. Since I can't afford any own new books right now, this might be a good idea. I'm just not sure, if there's a way to get a specific book that you'd like to read.
Have you heard of bookcrossing before?
I like the idea. Will read more about it soon. Since I can't afford any own new books right now, this might be a good idea. I'm just not sure, if there's a way to get a specific book that you'd like to read.
Sunday, January 9, 2011
Shirring (Shirt Skirt)
I love this tutorial and I have spent a couple of hours by now at my sewing machine, try to figure out how shirring works. It just doesn't work out! I don't know what I'm doing wrong. I've looked at several tutorial and it sounds so simple. Jen, have you done this before? It would be perfect for our girls' summer outfits... and I want to do a skirt for myself.... but I'm so frustrated now.
Here's the link The Shirt Skirt
This is said to be a good tutorial: shir madness tutorial
And another tutorial I liked (with good pictures step-by-step): Pretty Ditty. This lady points out that the shirring effect only starts appearing a couple of rows down the road. This was helpful. No wonder I got frustrated after the first row. And she says to water spray the fabric after you finished - the wrinkle effect will turn out more and even. I'll try this next time.
The author also recommends this book (there must be a shirring tutorial in it too): Weekend Sewing - more than 40 projects for inspired stitching. Sounds like our style!
Here's the link The Shirt Skirt
This is said to be a good tutorial: shir madness tutorial
And another tutorial I liked (with good pictures step-by-step): Pretty Ditty. This lady points out that the shirring effect only starts appearing a couple of rows down the road. This was helpful. No wonder I got frustrated after the first row. And she says to water spray the fabric after you finished - the wrinkle effect will turn out more and even. I'll try this next time.
The author also recommends this book (there must be a shirring tutorial in it too): Weekend Sewing - more than 40 projects for inspired stitching. Sounds like our style!
Saturday, December 4, 2010
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