The Wild Cherry Farm
~ Seasonal Living, Self-Care and Building a Creative Business ~
Did you know that there is a treasure trove of ideas hidden inside your mind, just waiting to be turned into something that can be shared with the world? The best thing is that it will be helpful and healing for you at the same time. You might have heard about morning pages, a tool …
There are countless German cookie recipes but two of our favourite ones are Cinnamon Stars and Vanillekipferl (Vanilla Moons or Crescents). I have been living in Ireland for over 14 years now but I kept up some of the German traditions that I grew up with in the 80s and 90s. One of them is …
This Avocado and Lime Toast is such a quick but delicious recipe for breakfast or lunch. It’s not really a recipe because it’s so easy but I want to write it down anyway, so I won’t forget. I always like to find new ideas for plant based spreads like hummus or different types of bean …
Making your own willow wreath base is easy and fun, and you will always have a frame ready to be decorated to suit the occasion. You can use it to make a Christmas wreath, flowery spring and summer wreaths or decorate them with colourful autumn treasures. I just love going outside to look for things …
This is a great project for beginning knitters, kids and anyone who wants to create something fun and useful in a short amount of time. You can knit these easy fingerless gloves in just a few hours while relaxing in front of the fire or watching a movie. Here is what you need: Step 1 …
by Alice Cary (1820-1871) The leaves are fading and falling, The winds are rough and wild,The birds have ceased their calling, But let me tell you, my child, Though day by day, as it closes, Doth darker and colder grow,The roots of the bright red roses Will keep alive in the snow. And when the Winter is over, The boughs …
Feeling overwhelmed and buried under a mountain of responsibilities, clutter and thoughts can be paralyzing. In this blog post, I’ll explore a practical step-by-step approach to help you regain control of your life and start getting organized. These techniques are designed to clear your mind, prioritize your tasks, and encourage you to take small, manageable …
When we were kids there used to be a picture on the wall near the entrance, saying: “In chaos, there is life and creativity. In too rigid order, there is lifeless stagnation.” ~ my mother 🙂 It was a funny way of dealing with the constant mess and overwhelm my mother faced as a single …
This month’s Art Challenge is all about sewing with felt (or other fabric scraps if you have some at home) and today I’ll show you how to make this easy pin cushion. I’ll guide you through this enjoyable sewing project which is perfect for beginners or parents and children to tackle together. Making a pin …
Over the last two weeks I have been playing with Gouache, and I have to say that I like it a lot. In this post I want to give you an overview of this captivating medium and hope you will give it a go too. What is Gouache? Gouache (pronounced “goo-aash” or “gwash”) is a …
