• 12 crafts to celebrate Elmer Day
    crafts - Elmer Day - Kids crafts

    12 Elmer the Elephant crafts to celebrate Elmer Day

    May 17, 2016 - By 

    My children love Elmer the Patchwork Elephant. He is a loveable character with an important message for children (and adults too!) – “Why fit in when you were born to stand out?”.  We had so much fun painting our ceramic elephant to look like Elmer! The first Elmer Day will be held on May 28th 2016. There are events all over the country to celebrate and I have brought together 12 of my favourite Elmer the Elephant crafts to help celebrate Elmer Day.   12 Elmer the Elephant crafts to celebrate Elmer Day Hama bead elephants from Jennifer’s Little World Elmer…

  • baby - baby products - parenting

    Celebrating Little Champions with Pampers and Jessica Ennis-Hill

    May 16, 2016 - By 

    My children have kept me on my toes since the day they were born. After a particularly busy weekend, once again running around after my children, I am beginning to wonder if it will ever end 🙂 Pampers have teamed up with Jessica Ennis-Hill CBE, Olympic Heptathlon Champion, to launch the ‘Little Champions Campaign’ which will help to shine a light on the next generation of little athletes and encourage parents to celebrate their own little champions too. You can take a look at the video by clicking here. Celebrating Little Champions with Pampers Did you know – a crawling baby moves…

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    days out - mindfulness

    Monday happy list – week 86

    May 16, 2016 - By 

    One of my favourite things about blogging is the chance to sit down and look through my pictures, seeing what we’ve been up to and writing about them. It’s such a cliche but true – the days are long but the years are short. Looking through photos of the past week there are lots of pictures from school as I was involved in the annual School Fair at the weekend. The day went really well, everyone seemed to have fun and hopefully we raised lots of money for school. The second biggest number of photos was crafty photos as we…

  • Aquabeads Minnie Mouse Playset
    Aquabeaders - crafts - playing - toy review

    Aquabeads Minnie Mouse Playset review

    May 14, 2016 - By 

    I’m always surprised that my children love anything with small beads but they do. It’s been drilled in to them that they have to be careful, but they are, and I love that the benefits of this kind of toys are huge. Both children love Aquabeads and I like the fact the beads stick with a simple spray of water. Last week we received one of the new Aquabeads Playsets to review – the Minnie Mouse Playset. We’d actually seen this Playset in our local toy shop so my 4 year old was really happy to open it. I think this is…

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    baking - crafts - Kids crafts

    BKD Mini Bakers Club review

    May 13, 2016 - By 

    My children enjoy receiving subscription boxes as much as I do. We’ve already tried some crafty ones but were excited to hear about BKD Mini Bakers Club, perfect for my little mini Mary Berry and Paul Hollywood. The boxes are personalised which is a lovely touch and come filled with activities. We received the gingerbread biscuit kit which my daughter really enjoyed opening. Each baking box is personally addressed to your child and include a different flavour BKD artisan baking mix (100% Natural) along with a beautifully illustrated baking guide full of exciting baking themed craft projects. There are instructions…

  • Simple dream catcher tote bag
    crafts - die cutting - Sizzix crafts

    Simple dream catcher tote bag

    May 13, 2016 - By 

    I’m embracing the crazy British weather with a simple make using one of the latest Sizzix dies. Dream Away is a lovely die and I used it to create a simple dreamcatcher tote bag, perfect for carrying supplies to the beach. You can find the full tutorial over on the Sizzix blog today.   Sizzix Thinlits Die Set 3PK – Dream Away (661245) You may be interested in my other Sizzix makes: Easy felt flamingo badge DIY flamingo drinking straws Kid-friendly floral bracelet Simple dreamcatcher luminary Easy heart shaped wooden pegs DIY sandcastle flags My Little House gift box Easter treat…

  • Fine and Wide Glu Pen from Bostik
    Bostik Family Craft Bloggers Network - crafts

    Weather observation craft for kids

    May 12, 2016 - By 

    Each month we are sent a surprise box of crafting supplies and a new Bostik product to try. This month the theme was the weather and we received the Fine & Wide Glu Pen from Bostik. This is a clever glu stick with two ends (one thin and one thick) which makes it perfect for all kinds of craft projects. We have been experiencing lots of crazy English weather lately so the contents of the craft box were great for us to talk about the weather. Inside were lots of foam weather stickers, wooden pegs, the Glu Pen and other…

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    parenting

    How to Travel with Toddlers Without the Tantrums

    May 12, 2016 - By 

    We know how wonderful it is to let your kids experience the joys of going on holiday. When you have younger children, it can sometimes be a trip full of trials and tribulations that don’t make for much of a relaxing getaway – and let’s face it, sometimes we all need a break. Here are a few top tips to get your holiday with your little one(s) off to a great start. Choose Somewhere Family-Friendly With the smallest bit of research you can find a whole host of places that are family friendly and will provide all the facilities and…

  • #ILoveMrFrosty
    parenting - playing - toy review

    Mr Frosty Crunchy Ice Maker review

    May 11, 2016 - By 

    Did you have a Mr Frosty when you were younger? I vividly remember watching the adverts for them in the 1980s but sadly never had one. Which is why I was so happy to hear they have been brought back so I can try it with my children! It no longer comes with unhealthy syrups and and is now easier for children to use. With the Mr Frosty Crunchy Ice Maker you can make your own delicious frozen treats. He comes with everything you need to create your own crunchy ice, fruity ice shapes and ice lollies! We filled up our ice trays…