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Welcome to Catherine Failor's enchanted world

The Dragon Tree

Step into a day of wonder and mischief! Pym, a plucky young troll with a curious heart, must deliver a package for his grandmother. Simple—until her map leads him into enchanted forests, sky-high cliffs, and a wild river that sweeps him into a world beyond imagining. Along the way, he meets two-headed mimsies, a six-eyed quintipus, and a cheeky tribe of sprites. Who's the package for, and what's inside? Open The Dragon Tree and discover the adventure within!

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From wire to wilderness

Wire. Foam. Cardboard. Wool. Cloth. Whatever it takes. Every character and prop is hand-built by Catherine, then carried into the woods around Portland, Oregon, and photographed right there on the moss — no studio backdrops, no AI, just real rocks, real trees, and her vivid imagination.

The art of dragon making—a tutorial

Because sometimes the best way to believe in dragons… is to make one yourself.

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Dragon making 101

Coming soon... Straight from The Dragon Tree — learn how these dragons are grown.

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Dragon making 102

Your first dragon, made simple. Pipe cleaners, yarn, and felt — Let's create!

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Dragon making 201

Ready to level up? Learn Catherine's techniques — from scaling to texture to wings.

About the Author

From soapmaking to comic books to a forest full of dragons — get to know Catherine's winding path.

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More books from Catherine

Making natural liquid soaps by Catherine Failor

Making natural liquid soaps by Catherine Failor

Make our own liquid soaps and body products right in your kitchen.

Making transparent soap by catherine failor_bookcover

Making transparent soap by catherine failor_bookcover

Craft transparent soaps with basic ingredients and kitchen tools.

Making natural liquid soaps (Spanish translation) by Catherine Failor_bookcover

Making natural liquid soaps (Spanish translation) by Catherine Failor_bookcover

¡Por fin un libro sobre cómo hacer jabones líquidos en casa!

Making transparent soap-spanish version by catherine-failor_bookcover_edited

Making transparent soap-spanish version by catherine-failor_bookcover_edited

Here's a brief description of the book. Click on book to buy it on Amazon

Making jellies and jams (Spanish edition) by Catherine Failor_bookcover_edited_edited

Making jellies and jams (Spanish edition) by Catherine Failor_bookcover_edited_edited

Descubra el arte de hacer mermeladas y jaleas.

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Making_cream_soap_catherine-failor_bookcover_edited

A guide to creating all-natural shaving, hand and body cream soaps.

Branch In Sunlight

Reach out. Let's connect

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