Gentle Homeschooling Starts Here
If you’re looking for a simple place to start… Over the last 20 years of homeschooling, I’ve heard the same question asked in a dozen different ways:“What do I need to buy for my 3-year-old?”“Which subjects should I cover?”“Do I need to start phonics now?”“What curriculum should I use for preschool?” And behind every question, I hear a mama’s heart trying to do the right thing. Often, first-time homeschoolers feel pressure to do all the things — to check every subject box, to buy the big box curriculum, to recreate public school at the kitchen table. It’s no wonder that preschool, of all things, starts to feel heavy. But now, as I find myself in the preschool years again — this time with two decades of homeschooling behind me — I see it differently. This time, I have more wisdom.This time, I have more clarity.This time, I’m choosing a gentler start. Our days are shaped by play, by rhythm, by stories and nature walks. We learn through baking and block towers and chasing butterflies. We follow the wonder. The Gentle Start Guide was born from that shift. When Preschool Feels Too Complicated — Start Here It’s for the mama who’s asking, “Shouldn’t this be easier?”Yes, it should — and it can be. If you’re not sure where or how to begin…If you’re weary of expensive curriculum and rigid schedules…If you want your home to feel more like a safe haven than a schoolroom…If you want to protect the sacred magic of early childhood… This guide is for you. And the best part? It’s free. A gift for every new subscriber. By signing up, you’ll also unlock full access to the Secret Library — a growing collection of gentle homeschooling resources — and you’ll be the first to hear when new support tools are released. You’re already listening to your heart by asking the right questions. Now take the next step. Embrace this journey with gentleness and joy. Subscribe now and download your Gentle Start Guide.Because homeschool beginnings don’t need to be big to be beautiful.
The Big Rebrand Reveal: Meet Wrinkles & Rainbows
To the sweet friends who have read, followed, or visited my blog over the years—thank you. Today is a big day. A gentle one, but a big one. After quietly planting seeds behind the scenes, the full rebrand is official. Classic Housewife has grown into something new. Welcome to Wrinkles & Rainbows. The Story Behind the Shift Last August, I quietly changed the name of my blog to Wrinkles & Rainbows. At the time, I had only a whisper of what it might become. I wasn’t ready to promote it or fully explain it—I just knew something new was stirring. Now I know what that whisper was. It’s grown into a mission. A message. A movement. And today, I’m ready to share it with you. After homeschooling three kids into adulthood, I found myself starting over. A surprise pregnancy in my 40s, followed by a devastating loss. Then, two years to the day, God gave us a rainbow baby—our fourth child, our little light, our new beginning. Now at 46, I’m homeschooling preschool again, but with gentler hands, a softer pace, and a whole lot more wisdom. What worked before doesn’t always fit this season—and that’s a gift. A calling. A deeper way to serve. Introducing: Wrinkles & Rainbows The name says it all. I’m the wrinkles—marked by motherhood, time, loss, and growth.She’s the rainbow—joyful, vibrant, born after the storm. Together, Wrinkles & Rainbows is a place where wisdom meets wonder. It’s where seasoned motherhood and sacred childhood come together. It’s about beginning again—with intention, gentleness, and grace. What’s New & What’s Coming The site has a new address – you can type in wrinklesnrainbows.com to get here. The voice is softer, the message clearer: gentle homeschooling for preschoolers, rooted in faith and wonder. You’ll find devotionals, rhythms, printables, and encouragement for moms who want to homeschool without pressure—but with presence. And if you’re new here? You’re right on time. A Gift for You To celebrate the rebrand, I’ve created two special gifts: Over the years, a recurring question I have been asked by new homeschool moms just starting out on this journey is how to begin, what to do for preschool, and where to start. I feel compelled now to provide that gentle starting point for these precious little ones. One is for subscribers. One is for everyone. Both are offered with love. What’s Next You’ll find refreshed, rebranded products in the shop that reflect this new season—simple, sweet, and faith-filled. And something new is blooming: a gentle preschool curriculum called “A Gentle Start: The Rhythms of Preschool.” It’s rooted in daily rhythms, play, and the wonder of God’s creation. If you’ve ever wished for a soft place to start, you’re going to love it. Want a sneak peek or to help test it out? Stay tuned to sign up for that. Come Walk With Me Whether you’ve been with me from the Classic Housewife days or just found your way here—welcome. This isn’t just a rebrand. It’s a return. A deeper yes to the work God has placed in my hands. Wrinkles & Rainbows is for the mama who is beginning again—with littles, and with herself—and it’s for the mom who is just beginning. I’m so glad you’re here.