Family Fun

What Other Fun Mums Are Doing

October 29, 2010

Welcome to a new section here at Be A Fun Mum where I’ll be showcasing the fun things YOU are doing with your kids. If you would like to be featured in the next one, read the submissions guidelines. 1. We Did a Post IDEA! FunMum Erin read this post: Pink Lemonade and Pink Pasta Please, and made some [...]

Paper Dolls

September 14, 2010

What fun can be had with a bit of paper cut out into the shape of a doll! 1. Decorate with pencils and play “Mums and Dads” like this pair. 2. Make a family line for the wall like my older daughter did. See what your child can do with paper dolls. Note: For best results, [...]

Balloon Fight Fun

August 5, 2010

Simple-Cheap-Easy Activity 1. Materials: newspaper, masking tape and a balloon. 2. Roll a section of newspaper 3. Tape roll together along entire roll All that is left to do is blow the balloon up and let the fight games begin. I must warn you, this is a fun but LOUD activity. Disclaimer: Enjoy in small doses. Loud [...]

Vintage Butterfly String

July 7, 2010

I kept the leftover paper used in the Vintage Secret Treasure Box and Vintage Paper Hanging Lantern to make a Vintage Butterfly String for my daughter to run around with in the fallen leaves. It’s a simple joy. What you need: Vintage Paper (from a vintage book) ** Ribbon/Wool/String 1. Fold paper back and forth to make a fan [...]

Family Holiday: Go and Make Memories

June 23, 2010

I fondly remember my childhood family holidays. My Dad asked a grown-up-me this question recently: “Do you remember us taking you to ________?” I couldn’t remember, and I could tell my Dad was a little disappointed. Then I said, “Dad, it doesn’t matter that I can’t remember every single place we visited, what matters is [...]

Finger Food Night

January 8, 2010

I decided to do a finger food night instead of a sit-down dinner. It was a wonderful family time experience. The excitement was audible; my 4 year old said it just right, “WE’RE HAVING A TEA PARTY!” Ingredients Anything you like. This was my list: * Spring rolls * Carrot sticks * Sliced Cucumber * Chips * Chicken strips * Spinach and Fetta Triangles [...]

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