These shiny foil decorations are ideal for hanging in windows, around your room or on your tree. These easy decorations offer a wonderful way to engage your children in crafting. With simple materials you likely already have at home, this creative activity will keep them entertained this festive season. You will need… Let’s get making…Continue reading “Festive Foil Decorations”
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Folded Paper Angels
These are super quick and easy, and so versatile. You can customise them to match your decorations, or add them to a length of ribbon or jute twine to create a garland. You will need: 2 sheets of plain paper. You can use A4 or A5 paper here. A large bead a short length ofContinue reading “Folded Paper Angels”
Christmas Ribbon (Star Bow)
These make any gift (Christmas or otherwise) look extra special. They only take minutes to make, so why not add a personal touch to your gifts this year? You will need: Approximately 4.25m ribbon. I used 19mm wide ribbon for this bow. Use a smaller width ribbon for the smaller templates. A stapler. You willContinue reading “Christmas Ribbon (Star Bow)”
Giraffe Pot
It was “take your child to work” day last week. So my 12 year old had the pleasure of writing me a blog post. As a massive giraffe fan, this one was perfect for her. She gathered her materials, took the photos and took great pride in created her giraffe pot. The words are hersContinue reading “Giraffe Pot”
Easter Bunny Garland
This is a super simple craft. No expertise necessary. All you’ll be doing is cutting paper and glueing ribbon or string. Easy. Get the kids involved and get decorating your house for Easter. You will need: Let’s get started… Start by downloading my bunny template. You will find it here. Stick your template to someContinue reading “Easter Bunny Garland”
Last Minute World Book Day Outfits
So, you’ve left making the kids World Book Day outfits to the last minute. You are very much not alone! I do this every year, There’s always plenty of time, until there isn’t! I have put together a few helpful suggestions for you. Corners you can cut. Costumes you can throw together with what youContinue reading “Last Minute World Book Day Outfits”
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”
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”