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Posted in1 hour or more 10 minutes or less 20-30 minutes

Family Christmas traditions (some crafty, some not)!

I LOVE Christmas.  I mean seriously LOVE IT.  I think it's because my parents (Mum especially) always made a huge deal out of it when we were growing up and…
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Posted inChristmas older kids / adults toddlers

30 fun advent calendar activities

Fun, festive advent calendar activities from baking and crafting to carol singing and gift giving.

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Ideas & prompts for Summer drawings
Posted infree older kids / adults pennies

Ideas & prompts for Summer drawings

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…
A scavenger hunt exploring texture in nature
Posted infree Nature toddlers

A scavenger hunt exploring texture in nature

This scavenger hunt is inspired by nature and the myriad textures found outdoors.  It's a great way to get kids excited about going for a walk and exploring the natural…
Easy yarn craft wrapped sticks
Posted in20-30 minutes free Make with kids

Gorgeous yarn craft: wrapped sticks

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…
autumn scavenger hunt
Posted in20-30 minutes free Nature

An Autumn Scavenger Hunt (with free printable)!

*this post contains affiliate links* When you purchase something after clicking on an affiliate link, the price you pay will not be affected, but I will receive a small commission…
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Posted in1 hour or more Make with kids pennies

Planet Alfie: a guest post for autism awareness month

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…
Cork printed poppies
Posted in10 minutes or less Make with kids older kids / adults

Watercolour cork print easy poppy craft

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. …
Pretty firework crafts for kids
Posted in20-30 minutes 4th July Make with kids

More firework crafts for kids!

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…
Glitter pumpkin close up
Posted inHalloween older kids / adults young kids

Halloween crafts for kids including magic pumpkins!

One of our favourite Halloween crafts for kids is magic pumpkins!  They look a little bit like Cinderella's pumpkin just before it turns into a carriage and are SO easy…
7 DIY gifts for kids
Posted in#Pintorials babies Make for kids

DIY toys for kids

Today I'm sharing 7 super DIY toys for kids (and babies) from last week’s #Pintorials linky and around the web. Wouldn't these make great gifts? 7 clever DIY toys for…
Autumn craft pasta necklaces
Posted inMake with kids pennies toddlers

Painted pasta necklace Autumn craft

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…
handmade cards
Posted infree Make with kids pennies

5 recycled art & craft ideas for kids using cards

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…
Alternative Painting Techniques
Posted in#Pintorials 10 minutes or less Make with kids

10 alternative painting techniques for kids

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…
fearless painting & drawing
Posted inbabies free Make with kids

5 ways arts & crafts can help with your child’s development

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…
back to school crafts
Posted in#Pintorials older kids / adults young kids

10 of the best back to school crafts & activities

Today I'm sharing 10 of the best back to school crafts and activities from last week’s #Pintorials linky and around the web. This September will bring a new milestone for…
10 pretty princess crafts & activities
Posted in#Pintorials Birthday toddlers

10 pretty princess crafts & activities

Today I'm sharing 10 pretty princess crafts & activities from last week’s #Pintorials linky and around the web. 10 pretty princess crafts & activities: Glitter bracelets from A Pumpkin &…
How to make a dinosaur garden PIN
Posted in20-30 minutes pennies toddlers

How to make a dinosaur garden

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…
Junk robot Pin
Posted in20-30 minutes free Make with kids

Earth day kids’ craft: recycled junk robot

Today is Earth day & I'm sharing our easy Earth day kid's craft with you - a junk robot! To make this Earth day kids' junk robot, you will need:…
10 Fairy Tale Crafts for Kids
Posted in#Pintorials Make with kids pennies

10 Fairy Tale Crafts for Kids

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…

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