Category: Arts and Crafts

Apr 09
Clay Easter Bunnies

Seriously tempted to buy a bag of clay today so the kids can make these Clay Easter Bunnies during the week! They would make such gorgeous Easter decor … and full of memories in years to come of the little hands that made them. So sweet. Clay is a beautiful multi-sensory activity for kids and […]

Apr 07
Easter Craft Ideas – Nature Easter Eggs

Easter Craft activities like this are ideal for kids of all ages. They get to use their imaginations, hunt for suitable pieces, repurpose pieces of cardboard and end up with a beautiful Easter Egg … all inspired by nature! We like to spread an activity like this over a couple of days, or head off […]

Oct 22
Counting Spiders

This is a fun Maths activity that can be played over and over again.   Once you’ve cut out the spider on black card, you can use a white chalk pen to write the number and, if you have them, you could add some googly eyes. A box of pegs and they’re set to go! […]

Oct 21
Spooky String

The rain is in for the afternoon, so it’s stove on and some spooky crafting!   A popular choice here is some string / twine, card / paper, sellotape and pom-poms and they made all sorts of creations. Some googly eyes and they’re set!   They sometimes draw by hand, other times they use cookie […]

Sep 27
Autumn Leaves Mobile

With a birthday in our house next week, we’re not quite ready to jump into the Halloween Crafts yet, so an activity like this is perfect for now!   Branch, leaves and string … and you’ve a gorgeous morning / afternoon activity. One for younger and older kids too!   A walk in a local […]

Aug 03
Nature Faces

These type of simple ideas, that let kids run wild with their imaginations, are the best!!   A leftover piece of cardboard (delivery box, cereal or pizza box, any kind!), some glue and off they go!!   A lovely idea for kids to potter and do at home, in a local park with friends, or […]

Jul 14
Nature Names

Sun is out and it’s the ideal day to head outside for a little fun. Nature Names are a really simple activity that can be adapted and enjoyed by all ages – an activity for younger kids, and one that older kids can get stuck into as well! Our eldest loves writing her own name […]

Mar 29
Flower Easter Eggs

Decorate an egg in flowers for Easter. 1. Make a small hole in the bottom of the egg and empty the contents into a bowl. Give the egg a small shake to help move the yolk through the hole. 2. Wash out the egg with water and leave to dry. 3. Now it is time […]

Mar 28
Egg Carton Gifting

Have you ever seen an egg carton looking so well?! This would be a gorgeous gift to leave on the doorstep of a friend or family for Easter. -Paint the egg carton (best to not paint the inside of the egg holder to prevent the paint going onto the goodies!) -Pop in your little goodies […]

Mar 27
Toilet Roll Bunny

This is up there as one of our all-time favourite Easter activities! It’s so easy and so cute! All you need …– 3 toilet rolls– Paint of your choice (white and pink are always popular for this!)– Glue and tape– Paper– Marker / Pen / Pencil How to …– Gather your three toilet rolls. You’re […]

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