Welcome to the Wendy & Willow Journal
A collection of Waldorf-inspired reflections, seasonal ideas, creative projects, and gentle encouragement for families seeking a childhood rooted in rhythm, wonder, and connection.
Here we share thoughts on parenting, home education, nature, handcrafts, storytelling, faith, and the beauty of everyday life. Our hope is that these articles inspire you to create a home where learning, creativity, and meaningful family life can flourish naturally.
May you find encouragement, inspiration, and a little wonder here.
Making Elderberry Ink
We turned a handful of elderberries into ink, gathered some foraged feathers and spent an afternoon simply experimenting with colour, marks and imagination. A simple natural activity, full of little surprises.
From Willow to Charcoal: Making Our Own Drawing Materials
There is something wonderfully satisfying about making something with your own hands from what the natural world provides. We once made our own drawing charcoal from Willow and other pieces of wood, transforming simple gathered materials through fire into something we could create with.