Summer is here (yay!) and today I want to share with you some awesome ideas and prompts Summer drawings. These are great for all ages – I know I can’t wait to start the 30 day drawing challenge… Ideas & prompts for Summer drawings: Try shadow drawing – see the ideas at Tinkerlab Doodle…
Today’s wonderful yarn craft tutorial is by super talented blogger Jennifer from Jennifer Grace Creates. By the way, she has a fantastic giveaway running at the moment, so why not pop over after you’ve finished reading this post – you could win some fantastic prizes! Over to Jennifer… This easy yarn craft is a perfect…
Planet Alfie a guest post by Alfie Rona for autism awareness month Hello, my name is Alfie. I am 4 years old and I live with Mummy, Daddy and my little sister Holly. I have blue eyes, red hair, and a really good sense of humour. I also have autism which means I see the…
I think it’s really important to try to explain to our children about who we are remembering on Remembrance day, why we wear poppies and have a 2 minute silence. I don’t find it easy, because of course it involves talking about war and death and sadness, but it is still important. This CBBC Newsround…
I’ve already shared 5 of my favourite firework crafts for kids and since bonfire night is coming up next month, I wanted to share some more with you. These are easy, safe, fun and pretty! Young children love the bright colours of fireworks, but sometimes the real thing can be a little overwhelming, loud and…
The weather has turned chilly & damp here in Kent and we are enjoying more cozy crafting activities like this easy Autumn craft: painted pasta necklaces. What you need to make this Autumn craft: pasta tubes (we used elicoidali – a bit like rigatoni, a giant form of macaroni with ridges – perfect for little…
Today I’m sharing 5 fantastic things to make with loo roll tubes from last week’s #Pintorials linky and around the web. I think these all make easy, fun after school activities… 5 fabulous things to make using toilet paper tubes: Easy car craft from A Little Pinch of Perfect Sweet hula girl & mermaid from…
Today I’m delighted to welcome Lesley at Decorque Cards (check out her blog here), who is guest posting about recycled art & crafts using greetings cards. Over to Lesley… You plan out what seems like an endless array of activities to keep the kids entertained during the summer, yet still hear the words ‘I’m bored’…
Today I’m sharing 10 of the best alternative painting techniques for kids from last week’s #Pintorials linky and around the web. Why limit yourself to using a brush..? 10 awesome alternative painting techniques for kids: Invitation to mix colours on foil from Sand in my Toes Bubble wrap roller painting from My Bored Toddler Co-operative…
Today I am pleased to share with you a wonderful guest post from Joanna Santillan: 5 ways that art & crafts can help with your child’s social, emotional and physical development. With many little ones starting school next month (mine included!), it’s reassuring to hear how art & craft activities can help them prepare for…
Today I’m sharing 10 ideas for Summertime art and craft for kids from last week’s #Pintorials linky and around the web. These are perfect for doing outside in the sunshine where mess doesn’t matter – enjoy! Summertime art and craft for kids: Flying rocket craft from Sand in my Toes Messy craft ideas for kids from…
I’m so pleased that lovely Kate from Crafts on Sea is going to show us how to make a Dinosaur Garden today! Kate Williams blogs at Crafts on Sea and is a stay at home mum to two small superheros. They like dressing up as Batman and Robin, crafts where they can get messy and…
Well, it feels as if Spring has certainly sprung here (April showers included!) and today I want to show you how to make a wreath using origami flowers. It’s super simple and looks great – plus it won’t wilt like real flowers do… *this post contains affiliate links, which means that if you click on…
Today I’ve rounded up 10 of the best fairy tale crafts for kids from last week’s #Pintorials linky and around the web. From fairy godmother wands to a cardboard tube princess castle & the gingerbread house from Hansel & Gretel, these crafts are perfect for imaginative play and inspiring creativity through books. 10 Fairy Tale…
My preschoolers helped make this Spring bunny garland to decorate our living room. It was quick and easy to make, working as a team. Sticking the dots on was quite a meditative, calming activity for all of us! *this post contains affiliate links, which means that if you click on something here, then buy it,…
These fun floral craft ideas include some of your posts from last week’s #Pintorials linky and others from around the web. They’re perfect for springing into Spring (even during the notorious April showers)! 10 fun floral craft ideas: Texture flower painting insired by Renoir from Mini Monets and Monnies DIY pipe cleaner flower stamps from…
This happy St Patricks day art idea is easy and fun for all ages. It needs very little prep and can be adapted for different interests and abilities. After seeing Crafty Morning’s gorgeous St Patrick’s day crayon resist paintings, I thought I would have a try a variation with my little ones (aged 2 &…
I always think everyone is a little bit Irish (and/or Italian). My Mum was born in Ireland, so I think I’m entitled to celebrate St Patricks day by wearing green and getting tipsy (not with Guinness though – can’t stand the stuff)! Anyway, if you’d like to celebrate the 17th March in a more wholesome…
These 5 exciting New Years Eve craft ideas for kids are perfect to welcome in the New Year and reflect on the past one. They help children to think about family events and personal achievements, plus focus on ambitions and hopes for the new year. Most of these New Years Eve craft ideas for kids use materials…
This DIY cut-out star jam jar lantern is super quick and easy, but only costs a few pence to make. Save your jam jars and create a beautiful display for your home at Christmas, or for a wedding reception! *this post contains affiliate links* (which means that if you buy from Amazon using these links,…
