November 2009

Christmas Wishlist: Online Stores

November 29, 2009

Most of my Christmas shopping was done online this year. The thought of braving the shops was daunting to me, to say the least. I’ve had a lot of people ask me about my favourite online shops so I’ve put together a list and some gift ideas. Hope it helps all those busy Mums out there scared about [...]

There’s More Than One Way to Tell A Story

November 29, 2009

It’s fun to deviate from the usual story telling method. If you want to mix it up a little, here are some ideas. In the car Been out late with the child/ren? Instead of missing story time tell them on the way home in the car. Object or toy inspired Ask your child to bring [...]

Christmas Mobile Craft

November 29, 2009

This Christmas mobile is a cheap and easy Christmas craft. Materials Wooden hanger child size Nylon knitting ribbon (white and red) Green wool (I used crimple wood for a bit of visual texture) Star Template (click for PDF File) Crayons (or pencils) Glue Glitter Laminator (optional) Instructions 1. Wind the red ribbon around the coat hanger until [...]

The Design Process

November 25, 2009

I did well in Home Economics at school. My success was not due to my technical ability (I don’t even sew buttons well) but because I was able to explore the steps involved to achieve the final product. This is called the design process. I decided to teach my children this process while making some Christmas clothes for their teddies. The Basic [...]

Romping in a Riotous Rumpus

November 24, 2009

Books, books, books; I love books! Saturday gone saw me and my childers romping in a riotous rumpus, all in the name of books! Cradle Fables hosted a wonderful morning tea for children, inspired by the much loved book, Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak. The morning had the feel of a good old [...]

North and South Period Hair Style and Makeup

November 20, 2009

HAIR I recently stayed up far too late to watch my favourite period drama, North and South (BBC). This tutorial was inspired by Margaret Hale’s hair style played by Daniela Denby-Ashe. Hair Tutorial Bobby Pins Tiny Hair Bands Hair Decoration The flower used in my hair was purchased from Lindcraft for about $3. If you want to [...]