Nature play has to be one of the most wonderful ways to connect with your child. Not only does it give opportunities to have lots of fun, get a little bit messy and to get outdoors, but it also lets you be creative together! Here is a list of all the ways we love to...
Happy Hands creates colourful, creative playdough kits filled with soft homemade playdough and carefully selected extras to spark imagination and keep little hands busy. Each themed kit is thoughtfully designed to encourage screen-free, hands-on play that supports...
Looking for fun and easy sensory play ideas to keep your little ones engaged at home? Sensory play is not only exciting and fun for kids but also helps with brain development, fine motor skills, and creativity. Whether you’re using household items, simple DIY setups,...
In the lead up to Easter it's pretty much a craft bonanza at our house. We have a few rules: It's got to be kid-oriented and age appropriate (eg. no origami or glass blowing!) . This year my kids are 3 and 2 (and 10 weeks, but he doesn't really count this year- sorry...
Update Sept 2021 - Congratulations EcoCrayons for taking out a swag of awards at the 2021 Ausmumpreneur Awards. First place - product design. First place - against the odds. Second place - sustainability. Third place - product innovation. Handmade in South Australia,...
Here are a couple of quick and easy art activities inspired by Winter. SNOWFLAKE DECORATIONS You will need: PaperScissors Method: Start with a square. Fold in half to make a triangle, then fold the points upwards (check picture for reference) Then draw the snowflake...
Making and building things with your kids (or lets face is 'for' your kids, because they often bail half way through) is rewarding and fun. We recently found a version of this 'hot wheels' style shelf on Pinterest and thought we would give it a go. Not only was it...
Halloween - you either love it or loathe it! But there's no denying it's growing in popularity every year in Australia. With so much marketing in the shops these days Mr 4 has been so inquisitive about what it is, but mainly how he to can get candy (thanks YouTube)....
We love to get messy with paint and finding new things to paint each week, and with the sun out if we can do it outside it's a winner for us. The best news is little man has taken to Mumma's plant obsession (can hardly contain my happiness) So with Spring Sprung and...
This week we found a fantastic little project page through Spotlight (you can find the link here) where you can make your own face masks. Thankfully here in SA it isn't quite mandatory to wear masks due to Covid-19 like it is elsewhere, but it may be worth preparing...
Love Stones for Daddies The Fathers in this world hold their children in their arms and hearts and carry the thought of them all through their days. For this, we are so very grateful. Love Stones for Daddies is a beautiful gift idea for Father’s Day. It allows your...
