Make a dinosaur small world in a suitcase! This craft has been designed as a DIY toy for an adult to make for a child, although older kids could make a version of it too. The finished dinosaur small world makes a cool handmade gift idea that is perfect for dinosaur-loving kids. Putting the small…
Create a gorgeous paper tulip craft using our printable template. This is a fun Spring craft idea and the finished woven paper basket of tulips looks great hanging on the wall. Paper weaving is great practice for fine motor skills too. Get the template here Who doesn’t love tulips? They’re so colourful and bright. This…
Make a sweet 3D paper mouse from simple shapes. This craft is perfect for Valentines Day and looks adorable hanging on the wall. Get your printable template here We have an imaginary pet mouse living in our home who goes by the name of Mousie. She is very cheeky, loves sweets (especially donuts) and tickles…
This reindeer pillow box printable is a quick and easy DIY gift idea that’s perfect as a little something to hand out to kids’ friends. You could also use it as wrapping for gifting small items (like jewelry, or mini stationery items). Best of all, we’re giving the reindeer pillow box template away for free!…
Today we have a new Christmas colouring craft for you – a printable nativity card! This craft is about the real reason behind Christmas, the nativity, plus because it’s a card it also celebrates the true spirit of Christmas – giving. We all love a good freebie, right? Yesterday I shared over 50 fun and…
Today I’m sharing how to make fluffy pet rocks. This is a simple rock craft for kids using yarn trimmings for “fluffy” hair – and they turned out so cute! I’ve been asked before what to do with the pom-pom trimmings that are left over when you use our DIY cardboard pom pom maker. Usually…
Make some adorable DIY sponge cakes for pretend play! This is a fun and easy sponge craft for kids of all ages. The finished sponge cakes become a DIY toy which are perfect for pretend cafes, kitchens or tea parties. You could even use them to set up a pretend cake shop, and why not…
Have you ever made DIY bath bombs? These “Easter surprise” bath bombs with layered pastel colours have been created by bath bomb expert Kelly Hutchison from Kicking it with Kelly. They are eggstra special because once the bath bomb fizzes away, leaving gorgeous scented bath water, they have a surprise inside to delight kids. Hidden…
Today we’re showing you how to sew your own fluffy DIY pencil case for school or home. This sewing project for kids is great back to school craft and would also make a gorgeous handmade gift idea. My kids are back at school this week from their Summer break, and what a long, hot Summer…