There is nothing like the quiet, nearly continuous conversation that goes on between children as they happily concentrate on a joint crafting project. Little nudges amongst themselves to keep everyone on the same path, or at least aiming for the same objective. A stream of words. Relevant. Not relevant. Siblings […]
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How to make a witch’s cauldron
Our Halloween garland above the fireplace is taking shape. Little handmade extras appear as the days go by. This weekend, cauldrons were added. A quick and easy craft activity for all ages. The best part was that everything we used to make them, came from my collection of pre-used junk […]
Read moreI can see orange
(repost from yesterday) I am so excited about Halloween and autumn, this year. The seasonal bug has truly bitten. I’m seeing orange everywhere I look at the moment. The start of the decorations are up around the house already and I am making plans. Not just for All Hallows Eve. […]
Read moreCurtains to Cloaks
I’m not sure what my Grandmother would say, but I’ve cut up her curtains. The ones she used to put up in her front room in the winter. I’ve also cut up an old maternity dress of mine. I’m not going to use it again. Why? Well I had requests […]
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