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Summertime art and craft for kids

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…

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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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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…

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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…

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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…

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An Autumn Scavenger Hunt (with free printable)!

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5 fabulous things to make with loo roll tubes!

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…

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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…

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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…

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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:…

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5 fantastic New Years Eve craft ideas for kids!

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…

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New Year family focus collage

This New Year family focus collage is a great craft to do together after the excitement of Christmas is over & feel positive about new year! Last year, our kitchen…

10 minutes or less Christmas free

DIY cut-out star jam jar lantern

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…

1 hour or more Christmas free

DIY Alternative Advent Calendar

Last year we made this DIY alternative advent calendar using paper cups which was a big hit with the boys! This year I wanted to do something similar (i.e. activities…

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No mess Christmas craft recycled gift boxes

There aren't many genuinely no mess Christmas craft ideas (most seem to involve glitter)! But this cute little gift box (made from an old Christmas card) creates absolutely NO mess…

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The 5 best firework craft ideas for kids!

The 5 best firework craft ideas and activities for kids: nature collage, picture spinning, pasta, cotton bud painting and fizzy fireworks! Remember, remember the 5th of November! It's almost bonfire…

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5 Fantastic Loom Band Crafts that aren’t bracelets!

Loom bands are the hottest craze this year and everyone is making cute friendship bracelets.
However, this post contains 5 fantastic other loom band crafts, including a loom band turtle!

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How to create Leaf Art (after an adventure)

A fun, free craft for all ages, combining a nature adventure, collaborative art and imagination.

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Summer crafts for kids: messy crafts & activities

Do your kids love messy crafts? Mine do! And Summer is a great time to get outside and get messy without worrying about cleaning up. So I decided to round…

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How to make an easy origami dress

Find out how to make this cute, easy origami dress.
All you need is a square of pretty paper!