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Tag: crafts

Aquabeads Finding Dory Playset

Aquabeads Finding Dory Playset review

Posted on May 6, 2017 by jenny

It’s been a while since we have reviewed any Aquabeads sets. Both the children (aged 5 and 7) enjoy Aquabeads. They are the perfect after school activity for them, as they require a little bit of concentration, and peace and quiet for me! Aquabeads Finding Dory playset Dory might not remember her unforgettable adventures but…

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apple print butterflies craft for kids

Apple print butterflies {A-Z Play at Home series}

Posted on May 5, 2017December 7, 2023 by jenny

Today I am starting a new series on my blog – the A-Z Play at Home blog hop organised by Teach Me Mommy. The idea is lovely and simple – to use everyday objects around the home for crafting or a learning activity. The first letter is A so I challenged my 7 year old to…

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Easy Star Wars Day wreath

Star Wars Day wreath {decorating for Star Wars Day}

Posted on May 4, 2017December 8, 2019 by jenny

My children have embraced Star Wars Day as they do Easter and Christmas. To them it’s completely normal to decorate our little indoor seasonal tree with Star Wars decorations. This year we decorated our little tree and made a Star Wars Day wreath! Decorating for Star Wars Day We hung the little Star Wars toys…

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12 Star Wars inspired food and drink ideas {Star Wars Day}

12 Star Wars inspired food and drink ideas {Star Wars Day}

Posted on May 3, 2017April 24, 2024 by jenny

Since having children it feels like I’ve embraced Star Wars a little more each year. This year we are celebrating Star Wars Day with decorations and hopefully some food! My 7 year old is the biggest Star Wars fan, despite my attempts to introduce other things. Now I just embrace it along with him, and…

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Mollie Makes Embroidery Purse Kit

Mollie Makes Embroidery Purse Kit

Posted on April 27, 2017 by jenny

Every month I challenge myself to make the Mollie Makes magazine cover gift. I’ve subscribed since it first came out and have had a drawer full of unopened kits – but no more! I’ve been making more time for grown up crafting and I love to make the kits and hopefully try something new. I skipped the…

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Win a Pirate Colour In Top from Selfie Clothing Co.

Posted on April 23, 2017January 19, 2022 by jenny

This weekend my crafty 5 year old has been colouring in her clothes. I don’t normally encourage her to do this, but it’s ok, because she had a very special pirate Colour In Top from the Selfie Clothing Co., handmade in the UK. There are lots of different designs, from a Princess to a Superhero,…

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Paper plate bird craft for kids

Paper plate bird craft for kids

Posted on April 19, 2017April 19, 2017 by jenny

Spring is in the air and we’ve packed away our Easter decorations for another year. Thankfully there are plenty of Spring crafts on our to do list. We recently received our latest Bostik Bloggers box which was stuffed full of crafty pieces to make a fun Spring bird-themed craft. We raided our own craft stash…

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EARTH DAY HAND PRINT CRAFT FOR KIDS

Earth Day hand print craft

Posted on April 18, 2017April 18, 2017 by jenny

Every year on April 22 people across the globe celebrate Earth Day. Earth Day is an annual event marked across the world to show support for environmental protection. The aim is to encourage people to do things that will benefit the Earth, such as recycling more, using solar power or plant trees. The first Earth Day took…

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14 Princess Leia crafts and activities for kids

14 Princess Leia crafts and activities for kids

Posted on April 15, 2017March 7, 2026 by jenny

The release of the new trailer for Star Wars Episode VIII yesterday got us all excited for the new film. Let’s ignore the fact we still have to wait another 8 months. I’m sure it will go in a flash! Our whole family loves all things Star War so I thought I would bring together my favourite Princess…

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