Fun ways to hang your Christmas stockings when you don’t have a mantlepiece
This post was contributed by The Christmas Cart There is nothing quite like the sight of Christmas stocking hanging on a mantlepiece to add a festive feeling to a home. However, these days with central heating and modern interiors, not every home has a mantelpiece, particularly in warmer clients like Australia. To help us solve this Christmas […]
5 Tips To Remove Slime Stains From Around The House
Call me a killjoy, but I have been avoiding the slime craze at all costs in my house. The number one reason? The mess. The idea of having to remove slime makes me shudder. I’m not the world’s most houseproud mum but I hate things that add unnecessarily to the chaotic and messy existence that […]
Make Your Own Glitter Tea Lights
Are you up for some Christmas twinkling? Here is a sparkly craft to try with the kids. You will need: mini glass candle (Kmart set of 12 for $6) glue glitter paint brush sticker/labels scissors Step One Decide what you would like on the outside of your candle and trace this on to a […]
Get The Kids Busy With These 6 Christmas Wrapping Ideas
If you’re looking to entertain the kids this week in the lead up to Christmas, how about getting them busy wrapping your Christmas gifts with a bit of flair. Below are 6 simple ideas for you to consider: 1. Christmas JOY [Joy: a feeling of great pleasure and happiness!] Doesn’t that sum up Christmas time? […]
Easy Paper Straw Christmas Craft
Are you looking for a low fuss Christmas craft to do with the kids in the lead up to Christmas? Well, these paper straw decorations might just be what you’re looking for! They are simple & fun. You can choose to either hang them on the Christmas Tree or perhaps at each person’s place […]
Remembrance Day Activities For Kids : Make Their Own Poppy & Gratitude List
Every year in Australia on the 11th of November at 11am we pause to observe a minute’s silence to remember those who served and died in all wars. Remembrance Day falls on a Saturday this year in Australia so it is a great opportunity to spend some time with your kiddos discussing why we […]
Make Your Own BIG EYES For Halloween
I LOVE googly eyes (especially the over-sized ones) so why not make some BIG EYES and put them somewhere fun for Halloween. You will need: paper plate black paper scissors glue pencil small plate (something to trace around to make a circle) Step One Trace around a small plate on the black paper to […]
Make Your Own Cork Message Board for $2
Keep all your notes and invitations together with this simple DIY corkboard craft. These are cork hot pot mats from Kmart and come in a pack of 2 for $4! This is a cool and practical craft to do with your kids. They can personalise their noticeboard and keep all their important bits & […]
Sail Away….With Our Paper Boat Tutorial
Do you remember making these when you were a kid? They are a favourite of mine and although they only float for a little while (ie. until the paper gets too soggy!) they are fun! There are other good uses for these – like decorating your child’s room or using them to serve party food […]
Something’s Fishy About This Craft…
One, Two, Three, Four, Five.. Once I caught a fish alive, Six, Seven, Eight, Nine, Ten.. Then I let it go again! There are some really cool children’s books about Fish. Here is a simple fish craft you can do with your kiddos to link in with these AND the best bit is, it […]