Christine Fynes-Clinton

Born in Switzerland, Christine Fynes-Clinton is a teacher of music and crafts at Michael Hall Steiner School in East Sussex, England.

Together with Anne Druitt and Stephanie Cooper she co-authored The Children’s Year, a sourcebook for the celebration of the annual festivals illustrated by Marije Rowling. The trio also wrote The Birthday Book and All Year Round, staples of Hawthorn Press’ Festivals series.

Author’s Books

cover of All Year Round

All Year Round: A calendar of celebrations

Ann Druitt, Christine Fynes-Clinton, Marije Rowling

This book is a festival store cupboard: a treasure trove of tomorrow’s much loved childhood memories, all mingled together with a mix of coloured thread, delicious cooking smells, softly sparkling candle light and the snatch of a favourite song.

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The Birthday Book: Celebrations for everyone

Ann Druitt, Christine Fynes-Clinton, Marije Rowling

Birthdays are milestones on our journey through life. Here is a complete resource for creating your own birthday rituals to show the special people in your life how much you love them.

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A full-colour second edition of The Children’s Year is now available:

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Making the Children’s Year: Seasonal Waldorf Crafts with Children

Marije Rowling

Making the Children’s Year reminds us that making things by hand brings inner and outer rewards, and encourages joy in creating and in acknowledging the rhythms of the year.

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