paper dolls

I got this idea from a blog I read ( no surprises there!). There's a gorgeous looking book that they used as inspiration that I've added to my www.bookdepositry.co.uk wisk list already, I think it's one my girl would love. The boy enjoyed doing this activity too but asked that we make super heros next time, he he.  All the instructions are can be found at this link:

thecraftycrow.net

art storage

I thought I'd share how I store the kids creations. I can't bring myself to throw many out. They're either on their bedroom walls, the fridge, their pre school books, given as presents or even used as wrapping in order to save throwing them away. The 'special ones' I keep in clear files. I have an A3 for them each and an A2 one for them to share. They're both refillable so I'll be able to add to the books as the 'collection' grows.

mousehouse

 I follow lots of blogs, one of my favourites is mousehouse. See it here:

mousehouse blog

It's written by a 'crafter' and mum of 3 called Megan who lives in Tauranga. She posted recently about her blogging and about how much she hated the thought that any of her ( many) readers feel they are less of a mum because they don't make all the stuff she does. Anyway, I like her words that follow and her blog is awesome.

"My blog is not a reflection on my day to day life, it is purely a crafty, creative space. Sometimes I might mention something or other about what's happening in my life or write a post with photo's of a nice place we've been but not that much.  I don't want my blog to be a diary as such, I want it to be place where I am inspired and where I inspire others I hope!  Of course most of the things I make are for my children but that doesn't make me this amazing mother!  I'm just someone who really loves to make stuff and gets so much pleasure from the process of making- right from getting the idea, gathering the supplies, working out how to make it, and then seeing the joy on my kids faces when they get it/play with it.  Being creative and sharing ideas is such a part of me and I get so much pleasure from it.

So please don't think I am this super mum with a perfect house because I'm not and I never set out to make other mums feel like that from reading my blog- I share things to inspire and encourage others to have a go at making things- not to go 'Wow look at me aren't I amazing'!  I just want other mums to get a little bit of pleasure and enjoyment from reading my blog and get inspired to make some things as well if they are that way inclined! I really really enjoy writing blog posts and wish I had more time for it as I could honestly write one most days.  I have so much in my head so I hope you continue to enjoy reading my blog and know that it is just one aspect of my life and one that is a really positive and happy part of my life ".
Megan

fruit prints

These are a classic. I saw them again today in the latest Treasures magazine and wanted to try them with the handles cut out in them- perfect for wee hands.

easter printables

These are some of the cutest free printables I've seen in ages- and they're free!

easter-printables

found via

www.colourmethere.com

framed art

I saw this on Pinterest and knew the kids would like it. It's just a big piece of white paper with frames drawn on it in permanent marker. I blue tacked it to the girl's wall so they'd discover it when they got home from pre school. It will be something they'll add to over time so I'll post a photo when they tell me it's finished. I gave them their pastel crayons to use as they're bright colours and are thicker than coloured pencils and felts. You can cheat and spend money on this awesome wall paper too:

frames wallpaper