Art is good for the soul and has so many benefits. It is a brilliant way to relax and unwind and it is also great for mental health. You don’t have to be a talented artist creating masterpieces to be able to feel the benefits of art. I love art but I am definitely no …
We are all loving the rock painting craze and have enjoyed getting involved in it, I included. It is such a great activity not only do you get to let your artistic side flow when painting the rocks but it helps you get out and about when you go to hide them. Find a Facebook …
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Rainy Day Activities for Kids Here is a list of rainy day activities for kids to keep them entertained on those long rainy days. Hama Beads Hama beads are a perfect rainy day craft for both children and adults. I enjoy crafting with them just as much as they do and we can all enjoy …
My daughter learned how to make pompoms at her after school club and since then she has been making them every chance she could. We ended up with a whole carrier bag full of pompoms. I then mentioned to her that we should make a pompom rug with them so I ordered some rug underlay. …
Hama Bead bowls are so pretty and will add colour and decor to any room. They are also great for storing your odds and ends in. My girls use theirs to store there jewellery and lip glosses in. The best thing is they are so simple to make and the kids will feel so proud …
Hama beads are always a favourite in our house and we are always looking for new Hama beads ideas. What are Hama Beads For anyone not familiar with them, Hama Beads are small hollow round beads that you place on a pegboard in a pattern. Once you have finished you place the ironing paper over …
When I was childminding I was always on the lookout for new activities for the children to do. My pens, paper and glue were a permanent fixture on my table and every day after school the children headed straight to the table, asking me what they would be making today. I would try to introduce …
We love making homemade pizza it is one of our favourites, below is our homemade pizza recipe including the dough for the pizza recipe and why we love it. After searching through the fridge in the morning trying to think what we could have for dinner tonight without me having to bear a trip to …
I love these salt dough beach shell keepsakes, they are easy and cheap to make and a perfect way to use up all the shells and assortments that come home in children’s pockets after a beach trip. Why Beach Shell Keepsakes Last summer we spent a lot of time at the beach with the kids. …
Our Experience Pond Dipping There are so many benefits of pond dipping for children. I think it is so important for kids to be kids, to explore, get messy, discover nature and what is around them. I am always on the lookout for new exciting ways to get the children into nature and the great …
