How to make no sew fold over elastic hair ties
As I rarely tie my hair up, I don’t tend to have many hair ties. Just a basic set of brown elastic after all my no snag clear Claire’s Accessories ones were in the sun and perished before I could…
Activities
Everything we get up to – activities, learning and play
The return of tennis after lockdown
Wow, it’s felt like ages since tennis has been on. But step one of lockdown restriction easing was outdoor activities and sport, being able to meet up with 6 others, and organised sport, so it’s all a go with the…
Activities for tweens age 9-12
Tweens, those children between 9 and 12 years, are at that awkward inbetween age. Not old enough to be left to their own devices, most aren’t allowed to roam about on their own, so still need to be taken places….
How to make homemade felt Easter bunting
I finally got out the sewing machine again. It takes me a while to get round to it, even though I’ve loads I want to make. But it takes me so long to get all my equipment and fabric out,…
Making felt stuffed hearts for Valentine’s day
It’s not often I get crafty but sometimes I’m inspired. This last year I’ve started using the sewing machine (finally, it’s only been 6 years since I took ownership after my mum died). Sometimes, it’s nice to handstitch something. I…
How to make pom pom hearts for Valentine’s Day
We haven’t celebrated Valentine’s day for years, but I’m hooked with making pom poms at the moment. I spotted some pom pom hearts the other day, and decided to try making some. With heart pom poms it’s all about the…
On the back of children’s swimming lessons
I was flicking back through my blog, and came across my swimming posts. There are a lot, but if you’ve a baby, toddler or older child who’s struggling or want some clarity about children’s swimming lessons, do check them out….
How to make pom poms 5 ways
Pom poms are so much fun to make, with people having enjoyed making them from before I was a girl. With home decor and clothing trends including them, they’re an easy craft to teach to children, whether for Christmas decorations,…
Easy sewing machine projects for beginners
If you’ve got a sewing machine but you’re a beginner sewer, why not try one of these easy sewing machine projects. The last time I did sewing was at secondary school in textiles in the 3rd year (year 9). It…
Homemade Christmas papercraft decorations
Every year I plan to make decorations and this year I have got round to it. Usually it’s nice to be able to persuade N to craft with me, but this year he wasn’t so keen. He’s liked to see…
Capturing Christmas on film when you’ve got reluctant family
One of the things that Christmas provides for everyone is memories. Generally good memories, with many of them captured on camera to look back on over the years. As children, our parents take photos to put in albums and years…
