Pick up the December issue of Junior now for instructions on how to make this cute canine tree decoration by Cath KidstonDownload your Cath Kidston Santa Paws template here!More art and craft on Junior...Four fabulous autumn activities - whatever

and white have been removed, gently run water into the egg shell to rinse the insides well, before leaving to dry. Before decorating you can strengthen the eggshell by covering it with layers of tissue paper and PVA glue.1 Marbled eggsCrumple cling film

festive Stanley as a tree decoration or super-cute gift tag.Adapted from Make Your Own Christmas Decorations by Cath Kidston (Quadrille, £15). To buy at the special price of £11, including p&p, tel 01256 302699 and quote ref 7XG.

, 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

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

triangular flags. Decorate them with pretty crowns and hearts. This crafty activity is taken from 1000 Things To Make And Do (Usborne, £20, ISBN: 9781409536376)For more craft fun... Make A Crown

, hamburgers and cupcakes.More art & craft inspiration from junior:Print out and keep activity sheets by Disney's Spooky BuddiesFive ways to create beautifully decorated eggs for Easter

Shell collecting is a wonderful pastime. It doesn’t cost a thing, and it is full of possibilities for pleasure and learning alike. Children love shells because they are safe and easy to pick up, they are great for decorating sand pies

You will needSmall lidded gift boxAcrylic paintFeltPencilScissorsGlue3D paintBlack medium-size pom-pomChenille StemsWobbly eyesTo makeAllow: 1 hour plus drying time  Skill Level:Paint the box and lid with acrylic craft paint and allow to dry. Apply

Backstitch The backstitch is a basic embroidery stitch and is used decoratively in many of the softie projects. It is called backstitching because you move the needle a stitch backward before sewing the next stitch. To backstitch