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How to make an Easter bonnet
By Junior on 11/03/2012 08:45:00
Get creative with a pretty hat for spring
The tradition for Easter bonnets originates from Victorian times when families paraded in the park at Easter and fashionable ladies sported ever-more-decorative hats. Get your children to form their own Easter parade once they’ve finished making these fun bonnets.You will needCol...
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The rites of spring
By Kate Donoughue on 23/02/2011 15:48:53
Five spring traditions your family can treasure forever
1 Freshen upSpring cleaning traditionally takes place when the weather is warm enough to open the windows and let the fresh air in. To make the task less daunting, break the task down in to small projects, and of course, many hands make light work. Turn it into a game, singing an...
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Shortlisted Most Promising New Talent 2012: This Book Is Totally Rubbish by Maggie & Rose
By Catherine O'Dolan on 20/05/2012 13:22:50
This brilliantly inventive and creative craft book is Shortlisted in the Junior Design Awards 2012
” book is totally brilliant!Fancy a go at one of Maggie & Rose's craft projects? How about making a bug hotel, or some lovely place settings for the family? This Book Is Totally Rubbish by Maggie & Rose (Walker, £5.99)
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Five Crafty Christmas Tree Trimmings
By Fiona McKim on 15/11/2011 13:12:10
Spruce up your Yule tree with these creative tips
, discover Junior’s pick of the best Christmas craft kits.Feeling inspired? A crafty course at ArtisON in North Yorkshire could be just the ticket. This popular arts centre offers a variety of creative courses including Christmas Decorations, vintage
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From the heart - handmade gifts
By Martha Thomas on 23/04/2012 10:25:54
Spread the love with these simple makes
Shaker heartA love-filled centrepiece for your table or to hang in your cupboardMaterials 57x50cm striped cotton fabric (such as Forbury Stripe £38 from Laura Ashley)Small amount of linenButtonWadding/dried lavenderWireBay leavesRibbon.How to makeCut out two heart shapes from the...
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Highly Commended Best Arts & Crafts 2012 - Carddies
By Maisie Jeynes on 20/05/2012 14:59:00
Time for artistic types to indulge their inner creative talents
A matchbox packed with 12 mini figures for your child to customise. Comes with coloured pencils and instant storage, too.Carddies £9 by Carddies Ltd Discover... More art & craft projects to create with your childFind out... who all of the lucky
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Highly Commended Best Arts & Crafts 2012 - Pony World
By Junior Design Awards on 20/05/2012 14:58:00
Time for artistic types to indulge their inner creative talents
A rainbow of teensy beads – 4,000 of them, no less – can be transformed into a wonderful equine world of ponies and pets.Pony World £15, by Hama BeadsDiscover... More art & craft projects to create with your child Find out... who all of the lucky
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Say “boo!” to this ghostly dress-up outfit
By Catherine O'Dolan on 15/10/2012 17:52:16
Playing games of peek-a-boo will never be the same!
You will needLarge white FabricScissorsTo makeSurely the most simple dress-up outfit to make ever: simply cut white holes in the centre of the fabric for the eyes, and get ready to say “Boo!”You can buy a brilliant range of art and craft materials
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Winner Best Arts & Crafts 2012 - Mouse House Sewing Kit
By Junior Design Awards on 20/05/2012 15:00:00
Time for artistic types to indulge their inner creative talents
own personality.Mouse House Sewing Kit £11, by ButtonbagFind out... who all of the lucky winners are in our Toys & Games categoriesDiscover... More art & craft projects to create with your child
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Shortlisted Best Arts & Crafts 2012 - Make It Yourself Wool Tank Top
By Junior Design Awards on 20/05/2012 14:57:00
Time for artistic types to indulge their inner creative talents
and rewarding crafty project. Make it yourself tank top kit £19.99 by Re-JiggedDiscover... More art & craft projects to create with your childFind out... who all of the lucky winners are in our Toys & Games categories
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