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Storm Ciara has kept us indoors this week, so the craft trolley has taken a serious hammering. I love that my children love creating things as much as I do so when the Little Man came in after having a wee with two toilet roll holders asking to make some spiders, this is what we came up with together. Quick and easy enough for little ones to make, this is a simple craft that will help keep toddlers and pre-schoolers… Keep Reading
I made a few versons of this crochet baby blanket as new baby gifts for friends over the past 12 months, but I had to hold off sharing the pattern until now in fear of the new mummies would see it. We are now clear though, all blankets have been gifted and I am free to share. Hurrah!
Nestled in the Barrowmore Estate near Tarvin, lies the cutest little cake class workshop. Ran by Sarah Yearsley, this little sweet treat studio gives people the chance to learn how to decorate cakes to a professional standard. I’m no baker and have had a serious amount of Pinterest fails over the years, so when my girls suggested a cupcake decorating class for our festive meet up, I was a good mix of excited and scared!
With Christmas right around the corner, we have for one last Christmas craft. We recently made a stack of gingerbread people using a lovely cinnamon dough recipe. The good news about this is that is smells amazing, and continues to do so year on year.
AD | craft challenge We were recently sent an amazing Christmas box filled with treats and supplies from Swizzels. The challenge was to create our own traditions by making a Christmas Eve plate with what we were provided. At a time of year, you are met with chocolate at every turn, Swizzels are a great alternative. Especially for someone like me who has a serious sweet tooth! So, there was only one thing for it. Fuelled by our Swizzels treats,… Keep Reading
