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Almond, Citrus, and Lavender Lembas Printable Recipe
It’s been a few years since I perfected my recipe for Lembas, waybread of the Elves. While some recipes remain more minimal, I felt anything elvish would have a very distinct floral or herbal flavor and so I chose to incorporate citrus and lavender into mine. My little hobbits have grown to love these and look forward to them every year, which has been such a joy to see…
The Lord of the Rings Party Supplies: “Speak Friend” Party Goods (Free Printables & Canva Templates)
This design is inspired by the Doors of Durin, located at the western entrance of Moria. Built in the Second Age, these doors serve as a reminder of the friendship which was one strong between Dwarves and Elves. Tolkien himself provided an illustrated of these doors, which can be found below.
The Lord of the Rings Party Supplies: “Star of Eärendil” Party Goods (Free Printables & Canva Template)
The great tale of the voyage of Eärendil is a common thread which unites nearly all of Tolkien’s legendarium, so it felt appropriate to use as a starting point for designing party goods for a The Lord of the Rings or The Hobbit (or even The Silmarillion) inspired party. Below are four free party-planning resources that I’m happy to share: two editable Canva templates, and two free digital downloads. I hope you enjoy them!
Silmarillion Summer: Of the Rings of Power and the Third Age (Part Five)
“There at the last they looked upon death and defeat, and all their valour was in vain; for Sauron was too strong. Yet in that hour was put to the proof that which Mithrandir had spoken, and help came from the hands of the weak when the Wise faltered. For, as many songs have since sung, it was the Periannath, the Little People, dwellers in hillsides and meadows, that brought them deliverance.”
Silmarillion Summer: Akallabêth (Part Four)
Despite their long lives, the Númenóreans grew to fear death and wondered how they might escape their fate. The Númenóreans murmured against their mortality and the Ban, asking why they should die when the Valar and the Eldar would not? Why should they not go to Avallone? Why should they not even travel all the way to Valinor?
Silmarillion Summer: The Great Tales (Part Three)
“Here ends the Silmarillion; and if it has passed from the high and the beautiful to darkness and ruin, that was of old the fate of Arda Marred; and if any change shall come and the Marring be amended, Manwë and Varda may know; but they have not revealed it, and it is not declared in the dooms of Mandos.”
Silmarillion Summer: Part One Recap
Thank you so much to everyone who has been participating in our Silmarillion Summer Read-Along! As we are moving on to Part Two this week, I wanted to share a recap of what we’ve read and discussed in Part One. I’ve really enjoyed keeping up with the text chat, and our voice chats have been an absolute delight!
Tolkien Books & Films on Sale for 'Prime Day'
I was checking in on a few things on Amazon and I noticed that several of Tolkien’s books and other Tolkien-related items were on sale this week due to Amazon’s ‘Prime Day’, so I wanted to share a few of the best deals. If you’ve been waiting to purchase a deluxe or collector’s edition of one of Tolkien’s works, this might be a good time to do so. With the premiere of The Rings of Power in September, Amazon seems to be placing an emphasis on all things Tolkien and their Prime Day deals are certainly reflecting this…
3 Baby Shower Gifts for the Tolkien Fan
Today I’m sharing three baby shower gift ideas for the parent who loves Tolkien. Each item featured is something I own and highly recommend. I hope you love them as much as I do!
Silmarillion Summer: Of Fëanor and the Silmarils (Part Two)
Finwë was wed to Míriel, and their son Fëanor was born. However, after the birth of Fëanor, Míriel languished and was unable to continue living. She went to Lórien to rest, and her spirit departed from her body and went to the Halls of Mandos. Finwë was grieved at the loss of his wife. Fëanor grew swiftly and was the most subtle in mind and skilled in hand of the Noldor. Fëanor devised letters that bear his name (Fëanorian letters), and was the first who discovered how to make gems. Fëanor was married to Nerdanel.
Silmarillion Reading Resources & Favorite Editions of The Silmarillion
After it came up during our last discord chat, I wanted to share some recommended Silmarillion Reading Resources as well as favorite editions of The Silmarillion for those who were interested.