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!
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”
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”
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”
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”