Lavania Oluban
This is such a simple idea but it’s just stunning. I know it’s not even half way through November but this project is stylish enough to not scream “Santa I know him” – here’s how to make a twig Christmas tree. The best thing about this is that you’re going to have to head out … Read more
I bought these log slices for crafts ages ago and I’ve had them stashed for what seems like forever. Using these log slices for Christmas decorations seemed like the most obvious place to start. I found a reindeer log slice idea on design bundles for a previous sponsored blog post and downloaded the SVG file … Read more
Looking for fun and festive projects? Here’s a selection of quick and easy Christmas craft ideas to keep you busy until the big guy (my best mate Santa) makes his visit. If you’ve landed here, chances are you’ve spotted one of our projects on Pinterest, Facebook, or Instagram. Take a look around—there’s plenty to spark … Read more
This project was created using a design bundles Resource which was gifted to us for the purposes of a previous blog. This is my favourite winter themed craft project so far, just because with the addition of lights it really does look magical. I love paper craft and sitting and folding with my hands is … Read more
There’s nothing I love more than a craft which features pom-poms, because it means that Arlo will love it. There are so many different ideas for fillable baubles – this is simple and so effective…. so here’s another easy Christmas craft for you to try along with us. For this project you will need: Transparent … Read more
I decided last week to buy some gold leaf on Amazon for the mirror above my fireplace. I painted the mirror bright pink in the summer and I loved the flashing colours but as we approach winter and I’m thinking about the Christmas decor I have planned I wanted to go for something a little … Read more
I have been browsing the internet for 30 day challenge ideas and have collated some of my favourites …. thirty of them in fact! I’m not sure I’ll be able to stick to them all but on days when motivation is scarce hopefully these will give me some inspiration. My top tip is to find … Read more
This Halloween tree was one of Arlo’s favourite things this season. We made all of these Decorations together and used plaster of Paris for the first time. You will need: Plaster of Paris Silicone mould Jug Water Wooden skewers String Paints Pens This one was a messy two part project but so much fun. Mixing … Read more
This little collection of funny bones was surprisingly simple to put together and is by far my favourite home made Halloween decoration. I’ve just wrapped it carefully in tissue paper so we can save it and bring it out next year. You will need: Gingerbread man cookie cutters Air dry clay Rolling pin Wooden Skewer … Read more
This product was provided to us free of charge for the purposes of a review however all opinions are my own Arlo loves playing in sand. We returned home from a week’s break at the seaside to our parcel which had been delivered by courier from Big Game Hunters and I had to open it … Read more
This blog contains a review of an app which I was granted free access to. Follow this link to get 30 days access free to try it yourself I have begun to introduce Arlo to limited interactive technology during this lockdown as part of our home schooling activities, because let’s face it we can’t have … Read more
A really simple painting invitation to play. You will need: Paper plates Brushes Paint Collected materials – pinecones and leaves etc. We have been collecting all sorts of random bits and bobs on our nature walks, from pebbles, to pinecones and leaves because Arlo takes his scavenger hunting very seriously. So finally putting all of … Read more
This is a really simple but effective way to brighten up a garden on summer nights. You will need: Jam jars Tissue paper PVA glue Water This really is a simple craft, preparation is key. Make sure your jam jar is thoroughly clean and free of label gunk, and get your tissue paper cut in … Read more
This is a really simple craft activity which will be enjoyed by kids of all ages. You will need: Toilet roll Paper plate cut in half Paint PVA glue Bits and bobs Googly eyes Small yellow felt or card for a beak When I say bits and bobs, you can use pretty much anything you … Read more
These lovely little birds were made out of spare scrap book paper – we usually make these as a Christmas craft but as we have a lot of time to spare then we thought we’d try these one rainy day. You will need: Cardboard Scrap booking paper (double sided pattern) Craft paper Scissors Bird template … Read more
This was a really simple Sunday afternoon activity, as part of our bird themed activities it only seemed right to make something to hang in our garden for the little robin who visits every day. You will need: Cardboard Peanut butter Bird seed Hole punch Twine I chose to use our wooden shapes as stencils … Read more
Our little spitfires were made during our busy VE Day celebrations, using toilet rolls and a bit of scrap cardboard. You will need: One loo roll Cardboard Paper fastener Masking tape Scissors or scalpel Paint First things first you need to cut your wing, propellor and fail shapes out of some scrap card. I used … Read more
Paper chains are the perfect decoration for any occasion but they never last long, especially outdoors. So here’s a new way to make them. You will need: A4 Felt sheets Velcro dots Scissors Marker Ruler This really is as simple as it sounds. Lay the felt landscape and use the ruler to draw lines about … Read more
Disclaimer: We received the product featured in this blog free of charge Introducing kids to technology is a divisive parenting choice. Finding the right screen time for children is such a difficult challenge, and there are many parents out there who understandably want to avoid it as much as possible. I think Play Osmo have … Read more
This is the most simple idea which I have seen doing the rounds lately….. and requires minimal set up compared to our recent tuff tray set ups like our car wash, construction and dinosaur swamp so worth trying out: You will need: Water based paint Paint brush Tuff tray Hose pipe Water spray Fire characters … Read more