Solstice lanterns

Winter solstice has been celebrated all over the world for thousands of years. It occurs on the shortest day and longest night. Although this is often the first day of winter, it also promises the return of the sun after an extended period of darkness.

Learn how to make willow lanterns - they're easier than you think! Once you've mastered it, get creative and try different shapes and sizes.

This classic Waldorf method of making beautiful, translucent lanterns by using vegetable oil is tried and true - works every time! What you need:Part 1: The Background Painting • Watercolor pad (I used this one) • Semi-moist watercolors (I used this brand) • Sharp pencil • Black felt pen (I used this brand) • Several different sized brushes (I like these) • Sharp scissorsPart 2: Making the Lantern • Vegetable Oil (I used olive oil) • Large brush • Stapler • School Glue • Cheese Box (I used a…

Looking for amazing winter solstice rituals for your family or homeschool? Host a Waldorf Solstice Spiral to celebrate the return of light.

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This new lamp named LUNA from Acorn Studio, a Taiwanese design firm, has made a way to make it possible for everyone to bring bright moon in Home. The round shape symbolizes family reunion, an auspicious token of abundance, harmony, and luck. And moon light are one favorite of lighting all over the world. The Luna lighting […]

Today we are celebrating the Winter Solstice, the beginning of winter and the darkest day of the year. We made watercolor Solstice candle lanterns (inspired by Garden Mama), one painted in hues to remind us of the night and wintertime and one painted to invoke thoughts of warm days and sunsets. Both are brightly burning...

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Add some beautiful glow and magical ambiance to your winter solstice ritual by creating your very own pressed flower lantern.