Category: Halloween

Oct 29
Healthy Halloween Treats

The wonderful thing about parenthood is taking inspiration when we want, and choosing to do our own thing when we want. Just because Instagram and Pinterest show all kinds of elaborate Halloween ideas doesn’t mean us Families have to feel the need to do them. If we want to, perfect. If we don’t want to, […]

Oct 29
Ghost Hanging

We always love an activity that can be made using bits and pieces that you may already have in the house. And this ghostly creature is one such activity … ghostly but cute activity! What you need: White Card Scissors Pencil Black Marker Wool or Ribbon [Halloween inspired colours if you have them e.g. orange, […]

Oct 28
Halloween Treat – Made Easy!

Halloween is not about ‘Pinterest Perfect’ ideas or having to keep up with what you think others might be doing. Halloween is a time to enjoy with your family, in your way. We got a message from a lovely mom who was looking for a way to make a Halloween Evening over Midterm nice for […]

Oct 28
Halloween Bat Wand

Looking for a fun Halloween Activity that won’t cost much? Looking to make part of your own costume? Then we have the exact activity for you! It can be adapted in numerous ways .. from total budget using stick and card, to a few purchased pieces to elevate it a little. Either way, or anything […]

Oct 27
Sleep Consultant Tips for Dealing with Scary Things at Halloween – Clock Changes and Costumes.

Kelly from Sleepy Stars is a qualified Maternity Nurse and is a member of the International Association of Child Sleep Consultants and also the Association of Professional Sleep Consultants. She has shared some great tips and ideas with us ….. This year the clock goes back on Halloween: Sunday the 30th of October 2022 at […]

Oct 01
Halloween Events for Families 2022

With Halloween just around the corner, we are sharing some of the fun Events and Happenings for the spooky season! Lots for families of all ages, with a mix for different tastes. Worth clicking on the website links to see availability. Tickets being added to certain places closer to the dates. Let us know if […]

Oct 23
Paper Plate Mummy

Paper Plate Mummy – The Paper Plate strikes again!! A wonderful resource to have in the Art Press for Halloween Art and Crafts ideas.   We love making a Paper Plate Mummy and they look great hanging from the ceiling.   They are a really easy Art Activity for kids of all ages. Only a […]

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 […]

Oct 20
Paper Plate Pumpkin Bags

Is there any limit to the wonderful paper plate?! So many options and ideas for using them, and Halloween Crafts for Kids are an ideal time to use them!   These Paper Plate Pumpkin Bags are such a great idea to make with kids. They are so nice and easy to make for kids … […]

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