The Wild Cherry Farm
~ Seasonal Living, Self-Care and Building a Creative Business ~
Inspiration for seasonal crafts and celebrations throughout the year.
Get your November Nature Journal E-Book HERE. I think late autumn and winter are perfect times to start nature study. Join me and my son today as we go on a nature walk and he gets inspired to sketch a fern. I quite like doing nature study in November. It can be really nice to …
In this video I talk about an exercise that inspired me to take creative action. I also take creative action myself and enjoy some relaxing autumn doodles with pen and watercolour. Welcome back to the Wild Cherry Farm. Today I don’t really feel like being in front of the camera so I decided to just …
Here’s a simple baby hat pattern for 5mm (US 8) knitting needles. This pattern is easy to follow and can be made with aran / worsted weight yarn. It’s perfect for beginners, and you’ll be using two straight needles. If you want to knit a different sized hat have a look at this popular post: …
Today, I will show you my seasonal reflection and intention-setting practice that I love to do at the end of each season. This simple practice helps me get a better overview of the past three months and set my focus for the next three months. I find that planning and reflecting in three-month chunks works …
I love experimenting with different fruit and herbal tea combinations. This blackberry lemon tea turned out especially delicious, and it’s full of Vitamin C which is perfect for going into the autumn season soon. If it’s still too hot for tea in your part of the world, you can easily turn this into a refreshing …
Today I want to show you how I nature journal from start to finish, to give you a better idea of my process which is very simple. Join me as I sketch a twig of the European Turkey Oak. Let me know if you give it a go too. What’s the first thing you see …
Meal Planning in Spring Would you like to eat more fruit and vegetables, more whole grains and less animal products? Do you want to provide wholesome, nourishing meals for yourself and your family but find yourself overwhelmed and disorganized in the kitchen? If the answer is yes, you will love my upcoming Spring Meal Planning …
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 …
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 …
