Dreamcatchers have always fascinated me. They look so delicate and intricate. They have always been on my list to make, but it’s something that I never really got round to. So, I decided to investigate them. To figure out how they are made, and if it’s something the kids could get involved with. So DContinue reading “Dreamcatcher”
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Rainbow Cupcakes
I’ll be honest, I’d planned something else for C. But in the end, I ran out of time, and the kids were not impressed with my original idea for C. We have recently joined a family “Great Lockdown Bake Off” group. A different theme each week with your bake photos to be submitted on aContinue reading “Rainbow Cupcakes”
Monster Bookmarks
Have a go at making these monster bookmarks. These are super easy, and great fun. You will need:– A square sheet of coloured paper (I trimmed down an A4 sheet)– Small scraps of white and coloured paper– scissors– glue– pens or pencils Prefer written instructions? Here you go… Fold the square paper in half, creatingContinue reading “Monster Bookmarks”
Bubble Wands
What glorious weather we have for this one this weekend. Give these bubble wands a go. They are super easy for little hands to get stuck into, and they are lots of fun to play with when the crafting in done! Start by wrapping your pipe cleaner around your cookie cutter. Bend it into theContinue reading “Bubble Wands”
Straw Aeroplanes
There are loads of designs for paper aeroplanes out there. We did have a go at a couple. I did have every intention of trialling a few out and writing about the best ones to have a go at. But my lot weren’t that enthusiastic in the end. The planes that did the best tricksContinue reading “Straw Aeroplanes”
The Bored Jar
I very much hope one or two of our “Boredom Busters” have helped you through this half term. But if not, here is a trick you can get ready for the next school holiday. The Bored Jar. It’s completely customisable to you and your kids. Put in it what works for you. Even better, getContinue reading “The Bored Jar”
Dragon Sock Puppet
I’ve saved the best for last! This dragon sock puppet is by far my favourite. It is not the quickest, or easiest of crafts. But it is a lot of fun, and has plenty of play value when the crafting is done. This is the kind of craft you need patience for. There is aContinue reading “Dragon Sock Puppet”
Balloon cup shooters
We had a couple of friends over when we tried this one out. It went down a treat. Very simple to make. It took no time at all. And lots of fun had with them after. Win win! Why not make your own balloon cup shooters for an instant boredom buster! You will need: plasticContinue reading “Balloon cup shooters”
Folded Paper Bracelets
This is totally up our street. There is something quite satisfying about folding paper to create something new. It has always fascinated me and this boredom buster is no different. Folded paper bracelets are a little bit fiddly, but easy to get the hang of. Once you’ve caught the bug, you’ll be making loads ofContinue reading “Folded Paper Bracelets”
Unicorn and Dinosaur Pen Pots
This was originally going to be just a Unicorn pen pot post. My eldest is obsessed with Unicorns. I don’t know what it is about them, but for the last couple of years, everything seems to be unicorn themed. My three year old was less enthused by the unicorn idea, so went with a dinosaurContinue reading “Unicorn and Dinosaur Pen Pots”