Weighted blankets can really come in handy for those of us that need a hugging feeling when we lie down at night. They can be very beneficial for both children and adults, and can help manage anxiety and promote better sleep habits. Furthermore, a weighted blanket is ideal for keeping you warm during chilly nights - and it's also a great way to wrap up warm when you're relaxing outdoors in the evening and the temperature starts to drop. If ...
14 ways that crafting benefits mental health
Collaborative post Hands-on activities are an inspired way to strengthen your mental health. You don't need lots of money, fancy equipment, or a particular area of skill to tap into the many benefits of a creative hobby. Whether you'd like to lower stress levels, express creativity, ease symptoms of depression, or simply improve your mood, crafting can be an enjoyable way to promote positive thoughts, behaviours and emotions. If you ...
3 hands-on educational projects to keep kids busy
With the kids at home more right now, you're probably on the lookout for ways to keep them busy that don't involve screens. Arts and crafts are a great option. As well as being really entertaining, they're educational projects that offer an easy way to develop essential skills. Firstly, arts and crafts are great for improving hand-eye coordination. This is an especially important skill because we use it in a variety of different activities ...
Fun autumn crafts to do with your family
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 ...
25 easy nature crafts you can do at home with the kids
Are you searching for inspiration on how to keep the kids busy? This selection of easy nature crafts is a great place to start! I've rounded up 25 lovely nature crafts that you can do with materials from your garden - perfect for combining some outdoor activity with a fun craft. Scroll down for nature craft online resources and recommended reads too. 25 easy nature crafts to do at home Natural noughts and crosses game from Growing ...