How to Make Solstice Stars (Waldorf Paper Stars)
Waldorf Paper Stars: A Beautiful Tradition for the Winter Solstice Find our tutorial here: The Winter Solstice, the longest night of the year, marks a moment of stillness and reflection....
The Kumi Kit in WILD + FREE Magazine
We were honored to write a piece for WILD + FREE Magazine for the December 2025 issue entitled, CALM. Our founder, Katy and her daughter Penny were featured in a...
The Best Homemade Play Dough Recipe
How to Make the Best Homemade Play Dough Homemade Play Dough: a simple, fun activity Ingredients for The Best Homemade Play Dough Instructions for making The Best Homemade Play Dough...
What is Paper Sloyd? Discovering the Art of Paper Modeling
Discovering Paper Sloyd: The Art of Paper Modeling **Scroll down for a FREE instructional guide on how to make the mini booklet pictured above. “Miss Mason always says she believes Sloyd to...
Fall Handwork Roundup - but make it Charlotte Mason Inspired
Following the rhythm of the seasons is something we incorporate in many areas of life. In September, when the cool breezes start blowing, we dig out our woolens, unpack extra...
Letting Creativity Lead - A Letter from our Founder
Hello! Welcome! Katy here, founder of Grow Creative and I'm popping in today to share a little behind the scenes with you. There has been a lot of shifts, changes and...
How to use your Kumi Wheel from the Kumi Bracelet Making Kit
Welcome! We're so excited for you to begin your adventure with the very special Kumi Wheel. If you purchased the Kumi Kit, you're in the right place for instructions and...
Back to School Supply List - Our Favorite Art Supplies
Top 8 Art Supplies for Back to School Supply List Sketchbooks and Drawing Paper Pencils, Pens and Erasers Colored Pencils and Markers Paints and Brushes Canvas and Paper Pastels and...
What is Charlotte Mason Style Handwork?
Check out our new Facebook Group that is centered around Charlotte Mason style crafts and handwork and building community around these beautiful skills. Introduction to Charlotte Mason Charlotte...
25 Alternatives to Screen Time for your Kids
25 Alternatives to Screen Time for Kids *Photo from Fable Kids* In an age where screens dominate so much of our daily lives, finding meaningful alternatives to screen time for...
10 Truths to Encourage Creativity in Your Kids (and Yourself!)
Hello and welcome! Today we're talking about 10 Creative Truths to encourage creativity in your kids...and yourself! Creativity isn't just paintbrushes and crafts. Creativity is a thread that runs through...
The Importance of Handwork for Kids: Nurturing Creativity, Skills, and Well-Being
Contents Handwork for Kids is Essential Development of Fine Motor Skills Cultivation of Creativity and Imagination Promotion of Patience and Persistence Enhancement of Focus and Mindfulness A Place for Independence...
Exploring the Art of Sashiko Stitching: Tradition, Technique, and Beauty
Contents The Art of Sashiko Stitching A Glimpse into History The Technique of Sashiko Stitching Patterns and Symbolism of Sashiko Stitching Modern Revival and Global Influence of Sashiko Stitching Learning...
Simple Creativity : Up-Cycle your Things with Slow Stitching
In a world where speed reigns supreme and instant gratification is the norm, the art of slow stitching offers a welcome respite—a gentle rebellion against the relentless rush of modern...
3 Books to Start Your Creative Journey (or Reignite It!)
Contents The Creative Journey How These Books Can Support Your Creative Practice Our Top 3 Creative Books Overview The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron Free Play by Stephen Nachmanovitch The...