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Waldorf Paper Star Lanterns

11/23/2022

Learn how to make beautiful paper star lanterns. These are perfect for your winter nature tables, for a lantern walk, or to decorate your advent spirals. They are also an excellent way to use up watercolour paintings. You can even coat the paper in olive oil and let it dry before folding it into a lantern. The oiled paper creates a beautiful translucent effect when lit up.

Remember to never leave your candle unattended.

Things You'll Need

Square paper of your choosing. We used a piece that was 30cm by 30cm which worked well, but you may want to make yours smaller or larger.
Scissors
Olive or Vegetable oil (optional)
A tea-light (you can use battery operated tea-lights too)

How to Make Your Lantern

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Martinmas - The Festival of Compassion

11/1/2022

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Felted Artwork by Mimi Hirsch

The Meaning of Martinmas
Throughout the year, Waldorf education celebrates festivals to connect with the cycle of nature, establish a yearly rhythm for the children, and strengthen the community. The Festival of Compassion (Martinmas) is celebrated around November 11, between Michaelmas - the Festival of Courage's fiery out-breath and the winter holidays' deep in-breath. Universally, it honours St. Martin's story, patron saint of beggars and outcasts, who was known for his gentleness and his ability to bring warmth and light to those in need. He is best known for his act of kindness toward a poor beggar freezing outside in the cold. Martin used his sword to cut his cloak in two and gave one half to the beggar. This act of compassion, which gave the beggar warmth and hope, is why this festival is also called the Festival of Compassion. Waldorf education celebrates this festival by making lanterns with the children and gathering together for an evening Lantern Walk.

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