Peek-a-boo sprites and nature vases

Our latest toymaking project, inspired by the life giving Springtime!

A peek-a-boo sprite!

They live in the trees and only come out when they are ready to cause jolly mischief:)

I was inspired to create these little sprites after a windstorm blew branches down from the trees at the Rose Garden near our home.

That, and countless games of peek-a-boo here in our home lately:)

If you have a hole drill, a thick tree branch, some metal hinges, and a wooden peg doll, you can create this sweet little plaything.

Screwing in the hinges was a bit tricky, and I've got some troubleshooting to do before I start gifting them for Easter!

I also found that they make beautiful flower vases...a cute (and very budget friendly!) addition to a nature table, for sure!

I don't think I'll be filling them with water for fresh flowers, but rather using them for dried sprigs...

*By the way, how do you feel about dried flowers? Personally, I've always loved them. I remember my mother requesting for me to take down the myriads I had in my bedroom growing up...hanging from the posts of my beloved canopy bed, etc. She thought they were giving me an allergy!*

Buddha and our breakfast cereal on top of the fridge.

He also doubles as a secret candy stash location...

(I love sweets so much it's almost a little frightening...)

Spring is coming, and we feel its breath.

It feels incredible and promising.