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• Girlish Chocolate Flower

  

  It's no secret that children say the darnedest things. Mimi came up to me yesterday and said, "I'm pretty awesome with a handbag." I assumed she met she looked... Read more

  Posted on 09 March 2012 ARTS & CRAFTS, FAMILY, PARTIES

• Making Family Photo Stick Puppets

  

  It's no secret that when it comes to kids, the simplest things often have the greatest impact. Take a recent craft project I made with my preschoolers; "the... Read more

  Posted on 08 March 2012 ARTS & CRAFTS, FAMILY, PARTIES

• Parent Submission: Mermaid Party

  

  It's no secret that mermaid parties are fabulous, for children and parents alike. I was thrilled when Jemma and her mum sent me photos of her 5th birthday... Read more

  Posted on 08 March 2012 ARTS & CRAFTS, FAMILY, PARTIES

• Jungle Safari Party Craft and Activity Ebook

  

  It's no secret that Jungle / Safari Parties are wild. Whether you hold them indoors or in the great outdoors, it's fabulous fun to dress up as either a... Read more

  Posted on 06 March 2012 ARTS & CRAFTS, FAMILY, PARTIES

• Pin The Tail on the Whatever Party Game

  

  It's no secret that "Pin The Tail" on the whatever is a fun party game for kids. All those years ago when I was young, party people were always sticking... Read more

  Posted on 05 March 2012 ARTS & CRAFTS, FAMILY, PARTIES

• Whimsical DIY Wreath Ideas

  

  It's no secret that wreaths are in vogue, whether they're made of Christmas 'ball-balls,' felt flowers, or vintage ephemera. Surrounded by so much inspiration, ... Read more

  Posted on 05 March 2012 ARTS & CRAFTS, FAMILY, PARTIES

• Airy Fairy Terrarium Project

  

  It's no secret that when you're feeling inspired you ought to keep going! Yesterday I blogged about the fake aquarium (post-party craft-conversion) I made for m... Read more

  Posted on 04 March 2012 ARTS & CRAFTS, FAMILY, PARTIES

• Magical DIY Terrarium Craft

  

  It's no secret that for my daughter's mermaid party last year I made a mini fish bowl table decoration (scroll down in the gallery to see it). Read more

  Posted on 03 March 2012 ARTS & CRAFTS, FAMILY, PARTIES

• Golden Angel Baby

  

  It's no secret that my four year old daughter has imaginary friends. Last week as we were reversing out of the drive she said; "I don't have any of my big-girl... Read more

  Posted on 02 March 2012 ARTS & CRAFTS, FAMILY, PARTIES

• Baby Shower Soap Keepsakes

  

  It's no secret that Baby Showers are coming back into fashion in a big way. And why not; they're a simply divine way to celebrate the pending arrival of a... Read more

  Posted on 01 March 2012 ARTS & CRAFTS, FAMILY, PARTIES

• Leap Year Balloon Craft... with Frogs

  

  It's no secret that today is that magical day for Leap Year. When I was little I felt so sorry for anyone who was born on leap year; how sad that they missed... Read more

  Posted on 28 February 2012 ARTS & CRAFTS, FAMILY, PARTIES

• Which Came First; The Chicken Or The Egg?

  

  It's no secret that the egg came before the chicken. The first chicken appeared out of an egg; whatever laid it, was whatever laid it. Read more

  Posted on 28 February 2012 ARTS & CRAFTS, FAMILY, PARTIES

• Editing Digital Photographs

  

  It's no secret that photo-developing tools abound. One which I recently tried out was photobucket. You upload your photos, to a location which is presumably... Read more

  Posted on 27 February 2012 ARTS & CRAFTS, FAMILY, PARTIES

• Reusing Preschool Art

  

  It's no secret that many of the paintings preschoolers bring home are blobby messes. Occasionally they get focused and create a house, family, rainbow or... Read more

  Posted on 25 February 2012 ARTS & CRAFTS, FAMILY, PARTIES

• Having Eyes in the Back of Your Head

  

  It's no secret that our mothers told us they had eyes in the back of their heads, and we generally believed them. I say the same thing to my kids, and they... Read more

  Posted on 25 February 2012 ARTS & CRAFTS, FAMILY, PARTIES

• Dying Eggs with Onion Peel

  

  It's no secret that Easter is coming, and that the supermarkets are already selling chocolate by the tonne, about which; I have a confession. Read more

  Posted on 23 February 2012 SELF EXPRESSION

• DIY Swizzle Sticks

  

  It's no secret that many party books show swizzle sticks in drinks. I'm not convinced they're very practical, especially for children's parties where they're... Read more

  Posted on 22 February 2012 ARTS & CRAFTS, FAMILY, PARTIES

• Pirate Flag Bunting for a Pirate Party

  

  It's no secret that the Jolly Roger flag, with it's skull and crossed bones beneath, is a motif that screams 'pirates!' If you're holding a pirate party, or a... Read more

  Posted on 21 February 2012 ARTS & CRAFTS, FAMILY, PARTIES

• Pinkie-Blue

  

  It's no secret that sisters rock. I have two younger sisters, and the only thing as good as that, is being lucky enough to have two daughters. Today's a short... Read more

  Posted on 21 February 2012 ARTS & CRAFTS, FAMILY, PARTIES

• Cherry Blossom Craft - Take 2

  

  It's no secret that Chinese New Year was a few weeks ago. For the celebration, my daughter's and I made paper cherry blossoms. Here's a second version of a... Read more

  Posted on 20 February 2012 ARTS & CRAFTS, FAMILY, PARTIES