Almost May Day. One of my favourite holidays. The nearest Monday to May Day is a Bank holiday in the UK. I’ve been mulling over how to celebrate May Day, this year. Last year we made a maypole cake. Using jelly babies as the dancers. I’m pretty sure that the […]
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Making Bath Bombs with Children
Yesterday, I spent a lovely morning with a classroom of 4-5 year olds. I admit that does sound like a recipe for a headache, but it really wasn’t. They were so calm and peaceful. By the time I left at lunchtime, I felt less stressed than I had started the […]
Read moreA distracted book craft
I love when a book sparks a craft. I also love when a book inspires a discussion. I’ve been dying to do this craft ever since we read the book and this weekend I finally put idea and materials together. I need to back track slightly. A few months ago, […]
Read moreFestive crafting with the little ones
I love cinnamon and apple sauce christmas ornaments. It’s one of those activities that just keeps on giving. Not only does my kitchen smells spicy and seasonal when we make them, but each year, when I open up the tin I store them in, they smell as gorgeous as ever. […]
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