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Easy Halloween crafts: spooky spider plants

October 23, 2020 by Catherine 8 Comments

spooky spider plants nature craft

We've had so much fun making these spooky spider plants!  Aren't they just perfect for Halloween? I saw this easy Halloween crafts idea on the Amateur Gardening website, and thought the kids would love to have a go.  We did this craft outdoors, but it would work perfectly well indoors if the weather isn't great. How to make spooky spider plants Here's what you need to make your very own spooky spider plants. We went for ...

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Fun autumn crafts to do with your family

September 3, 2020 by Catherine Leave a Comment

autumn leaves and seeds

Collaborative post The autumn season, known to many as fall, is on it's way after what can only be described as an out-of-the-ordinary spring and summer. As well as being a great time of year to get outdoors and enjoy the changing of the seasons, the arrival of autumn means we can celebrate that 2020 is that bit closer to being over. But you're still going to need some inspiration for keeping the family busy over the next few months! When ...

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Nature Crafts for Kids: how to make a journey stick

July 24, 2020 by Catherine 31 Comments

journey stick outdoor activity children

Making a journey stick is such an easy, fun outdoor craft to do with the kids - and a great low-cost way to have some fun family time. It's just one of the fun nature projects in my new book, *'A Year of Nature Craft and Play'.  There’s an activity for every week of the year and it includes fun crafts, gardening, nature games, art and science experiments - perfect for inspiring kids to get creative with nature and explore the amazing ...

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25 easy nature crafts for kids to try

April 8, 2020 by Catherine Leave a Comment

nature craft - how to make noughts and crosses from natural materials

Are you searching for inspiration on how to keep the kids busy? This selection of easy nature crafts for kids is a great place to start! Nature craft and nature play is such a simple way for kids to explore the world around them and get creative. You don't need lots of fancy equipment, money or crafting skills to make some really beautiful creations. Making kids crafts from nature is also very eco-friendly, because you're using natural ...

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How to make twig-wrapped flower pots

March 3, 2020 by Catherine 7 Comments

How to make your own twig wrapped flower pots - a simple and fun nature activity for children, great for a homemade mother's day gift!

If, like us, you have an ever-growing stick collection, this is the perfect nature craft for you! Sticks and twigs are just brilliant for crafting, and this little project turns them into a lovely homemade gift.  All you need is a plant pot, some string, and a little plant to pop in when you're finished. The idea is to create a length of tied-together twigs that you then fasten around the pot.  Start off by measuring each stick ...

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Six fun name crafts and activities for kids

December 18, 2019 by Catherine Leave a Comment

Collaborative post Do your kids love crafts and activities that involve doing something creative with their name?  It's a real favourite with my two! As well as being lots of fun, personalising a child’s creation with their name is a great way to make  lovely homemade gifts for friends and family.  You’ll also be helping your little ones develop their fine motor skills and flex their creative muscles. Here are my ...

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Homemade Christmas decorations: Pom Pom Pine Cones

December 11, 2019 by Catherine 8 Comments

how to make natural christmas decorations with pine cones and pom poms, a fun nature craft to get the kids involved in preparing your home for the holiday season

Well it's official: the Christmas prep has started in our house :) We've been having fun with some homemade Christmas crafts, making these cute DIY Christmas decorations from pine cones and pom poms.  Is there any limit to the crafting potential of pine cones?! I do love homemade Christmas decorations. They're so full of personal meaning, and a great way to spend some fun time crafting with the kids. Every year our Christmas ...

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Ideas for easy homemade Christmas cards

December 7, 2019 by Catherine Leave a Comment

simple ideas for homemade christmas cards to make with the kids

This post contains affiliate links.  Affiliate links will be clearly marked with a * and if you click through and make a purchase, I will receive a small commission from that sale. When it comes to festive craft, homemade Christmas cards are a great option to make with the kids.  Mine make DIY Christmas cards every year for grandparents and their dad. We always have fun getting crafty with the glue, paint and pens, and their ...

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DIY Christmas decorations using baking soda dough

December 4, 2019 by Catherine Leave a Comment

make these beautiful homemade christmas ornaments using baking soda clay - a fun craft to help prepare your home for the holiday season.

This post contains affiliate links.  Affiliate links will be clearly marked with a * and if you click through and make a purchase, I will receive a small commission from that sale. I do love Christmas crafting.  At this hectic time of year, it's so lovely to spend some calm time with the kids, creating crafty masterpieces to add to our growing collection of homemade christmas ornaments. How do you make homemade ...

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Autumn activities for kids outdoors: free printable

September 12, 2019 by Catherine 18 Comments

Are you looking for inspiration on activities for kids outdoors this autumn? These simple, low-cost ideas for outdoor play in autumn will make it easier for you to get outside and have fun. There's also a free printable autumn bucket list to grab - scroll down for more details! There's so much to enjoy outdoors in autumn.  The weather is still mild, the sunlight is at a fabulous angle, and nature is visibly changing everywhere you ...

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Catherine is a gardener, plant lover, writer, and award winning author of children’s nature books. Her blog is a Vuelio Top 5 gardening blog and her work has been featured in many online and print publications including Grow Your Own Magazine, House Beautiful, Daily Mail, Suttons, National Children’s Gardening Week, and many more. She is also a member of the Garden Media Guild.

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