Waldorf knitting

There is something supremely satisfying for our children when they are able to make a tangible creation with their own two hands. It’s one of the things I love most about Waldorf education, this sense that kids can make whatever they want. I’ve seen the gift unfold often over the years. I have watched as […]

Nestled Leaf Pod Knitting Pattern

Please welcome Linda, from Natural Suburbia, as our Guest Blogger on Discovering Waldorf today. Linda is a superb knitter and spends many hours a day knitting delightful toys for her children and her Etsy shop. She has four sweet kids, all of whom are homeschooled. Linda’s homeschooling is Waldorf inspired and you have just to […]

Want to up your craft game? Need handwork inspiration, or new things to do with kids at home? Read this guide to HANDMADE DIY WALDORF TOYS

We’re excited to share the first of 3 guest posts from author, educator, and all around amazing human, Elizabeth Seward! Elizabeth brings decades of experience, and will be sharing her insights into Waldorf handwork.

Public Service Announcement: Your swatch doesn't count if you don't block it. Remember the photo of the swatch I showed you last time? Take a look at it after a little soak! Totally different beast (with a whole stitch per inch difference in gauge). If I'd started the

This is a fabulous knit horse with a wakeful spine that third graders can do in Waldorf schools. Its a great project with counting / division & with close attention to detail with that great spine. I did one at school and then I had this supper thick wool yarn that I had no idea what to do with - voila. Some folks use felt for the feet pads - you can also crochet them and I might be putting leather on the bottom of the white horse. I do think a unicorn might appeal to some as well. There is…

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