Have you been thinking about learning a new craft? Maybe how to needle felt? Or crochet? Or maybe you’re interested in helping your children learn a crafting skill, but simply aren’t sure where to start. Starting a new craft can be an overwhelming process. You have to gather the correct supplies, plan your project and learn the skills needed to bring it to life. A kit is the perfect place to start. They contain all of the supplies you need, plus detailed instructions. Once yo

Beltane, or May Day is upon us tomorrow. Falling on May 1st, Beltane marks the mid point between the Spring Equinox and the Summer Solstice. As the earth bursts forth with new life of plants and animals alike, this vibrant moment in time has been honored across cultures as an omen of abundance to come as the wheel of the year steadily turns. On this day, we are called to remember what it means to be alive. Get outside and move! Laugh! Create! And of course, simply be. Turn yo

Wool is an extraordinary fiber. First off and potentially most importantly, it’s a completely renewable resource, so it’s environmentally conscious, much unlike synthetic polyester which uses crude oil for its production, degrading our environment with its creation and disposal. Sheep naturally grow wool, with only their diet of grass, water, and sunshine. It’s estimated that humans have been using this wool for up to 10,000 years for clothing and shelter. Wool is also biodeg

Holiday decorating is such a joyful time. Sprinkling bits of magical sparkles and light throughout our homes reminds us of the light we bring to the world, each in our own unique way. To make it even more special, skip spending a fortune on your decor and make some yourself. Today we’ll share ideas for tree ornaments you can make by hand - the perfect additions to your tree or to give to your loved ones as gifts. They even make great gift toppers, because who doesn’t love a s

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It’s Plastic Free July, and while we love the idea of a month dedicated to sustainability, we want to go further. At RVA Naturals we want...

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Summer is here and with it - nature’s abundance coming forward, berries to pick, hammocks to swing in, and a lot of heat (another story -...