These handprint lilies would make a perfect gift for Mum on Mother’s Day, or as a spring craft to brighten your day. They are super easy, and very low mess. My 4 and 7 year olds loved making these. Start by drawing around your hand on the coloured paper. We have used paper in theseContinue reading “Handprint Lilies”
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Woven Paper Heart
This is a lovely craft to make for Valentine’s Day. Even really young crafters can get involved with this one. My youngest is not quite 2, and very much enjoyed decorating the template for her woven paper heart. Start by downloading my template, and printing it out onto coloured paper. If you don’t have anyContinue reading “Woven Paper Heart”
Jumping Paper Frogs
Have a go at making these jumping paper frogs. My lot loved making different colour frogs and then raced them across the table. We had loads of fun! You will need: Happy Crafting!
Happiness Pancakes
Those of you that follow me on social media will know my eldest is a bit of a worrier. In an attempt to cheer her up on a weekend where she was particularly miserable, I decided to make happiness pancakes for breakfast. I can’t take credit for the recipe. I’m not sure where that cameContinue reading “Happiness Pancakes”
Basic Finger Knitting
Did you know, you don’t even need needles to knit? You can knit with just some yarn and your fingers, or even your arms! Check out my video, and have a go at some finger knitting. Let me know how you get on. You will need:
Yarn Wrap Butterflies
How cute would a group of these yarn wrap butterflies look hung in a window, or from a wooden ring as a mobile? You will need: Happy Crafting!
Fork Pompoms
Did you know you can make pompoms using forks? Have a go at making these super cute fork pompoms. They make great mini pompoms. I’ve made some from blues and whites as snowflakes. You could try making fork pompoms to match the colour of your bedroom to make a pretty garland or curtain. They areContinue reading “Fork Pompoms”
Snowflake Templates
Who remembers cutting snowflakes out of circles of paper? I used to make loads of them when I was little. I enjoyed experimenting with different cuts to make different shapes and patterns. It kept me occupied for ages! I have drawn a few templates for you to have a go at. Click the link toContinue reading “Snowflake Templates”
Why is Beading Brilliant Different?
I just sell craft kits, right? Wrong! My ethos goes so much deeper than that! I recently ran a Facebook ad campaign. One evening I received a comment on this ad. Someone recommmended their friend should look at a major online craft supplier for their craft kits. Although panicked initially. I pulled myself together toContinue reading “Why is Beading Brilliant Different?”
Which type of Crafty Parent are you?
Whether you’re into crafts or not, the chances are your kids will have gotten stuck in at some point. Since starting Beading Brilliant, I have noticed there are generally four types of crafty parent. Some fit squarely into one single category. Others are spread across a couple, depending more often than not on how theirContinue reading “Which type of Crafty Parent are you?”