Everyone loves the Gruffalo story. My youngest is no exception. Very helpfully, the Gruffalo, we have a ready written list of requirements. But before we can add features from the list, we need a base to attach them to. We searched high and low for brown tracksuit, or even t-shirt and trousers. It seemed impossible.Continue reading “The Gruffalo”
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Arrietty Clock Costume
I’m really proud of this one. Not because there is a whole lot of making involved. But because my daughter chose to go as a book character from a book that challenges her. She is also old enough now to get stuck in with the creating, so she has done just that. I hope thatContinue reading “Arrietty Clock Costume”
No Sew Headband Holder
My daughter has acquired a lot of headbands. Its gotten to the point where we needed to do something about sorting out a decent storage option for them. Something that she can use easily. Something that is easy to make and works. After a bit of research, this is what I came up with. Simple,Continue reading “No Sew Headband Holder”
Festive Bookmarks
These are a great quick crafty project, that will keep the kids entertained for a bit. They can unleash their creativity without making too much mess. So if you hear the chorus of “I’m bored” this festive holiday, open up this blog, grab some paper and pens and make some festive bookmarks. Your paper needsContinue reading “Festive Bookmarks”
Easy Folded Christmas Trees
These Folded Christmas Trees are super simple, and so effective. You can use them anywhere. Impress your friends and family by adding them to the front of Christmas cards and gift tags. Hang them on your Christmas Tree. Or maybe you could attach a piece of string or ribbon and turn them into some festiveContinue reading “Easy Folded Christmas Trees”
Festive Wreath
Having a festive wreath hanging on your door is really welcoming to come home to. This moss based wreath is super simple to make. The beauty of it is that you can make it your own. Use foliage you can get hold of easily. Maybe you have some you can use growing in your garden.Continue reading “Festive Wreath”
Yarn Wrapped Owls
Aren’t these yarn owls great? An adorable craft that preschoolers and kids can get stuck into. Its a great adventure going out looking for sticks for their owl to perch on as well. Crafting with little ones is so very important. It boosts their confidence and self esteem having created something from average materials. ItContinue reading “Yarn Wrapped Owls”
Fireworks Salt Painting
We had a go at salt painting this week. Have you ever tried salt painting? Salt painting is a great way to add a little texture and shine to a picture. It’s quick, cheap and easy. The perfect crafty activity for little pre-school fingers (and not so little fingers). I had a go with myContinue reading “Fireworks Salt Painting”
How to tie an adjustable knot
The basic adjustable knot is very handy to know when you’re making bracelets and necklaces out of leather or cord that doesn’t stretch. I have used 2 different colours in this blog so that you can see what is going on. You will of course have each end of the same cord. Lay your cordsContinue reading “How to tie an adjustable knot”
Woven Bowls
These woven bowls are a great addition to a desk or dressing table to keep hair bands and clips, paper clips and other stationery in. They are very easy to make, and a little bit addictive. Experiment with different size bases and heights to make your woven bowl truly unique. Setting up your bowl DrawContinue reading “Woven Bowls”