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		<title>Fairy Lolly Stick Puppets</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 23 Sep 2022 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>These fairy lolly stick puppets are the sweetest and simplest craft to make. They came about during an after school crafting session with my daughter. We experimented making fairies with lolly sticks and discovered they make really lovely puppets! You can make these fairy lolly stick puppets with just a few things from your art...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>These fairy lolly stick puppets are the sweetest and simplest craft to make. They came about during an after school crafting session with my daughter. We experimented making fairies with lolly sticks and discovered they make really lovely puppets!</p>
<p><a href="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Finished-Fairy-Lolly-Stick-Puppets.jpg"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-8368" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Finished-Fairy-Lolly-Stick-Puppets.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="667" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Finished-Fairy-Lolly-Stick-Puppets.jpg 1000w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Finished-Fairy-Lolly-Stick-Puppets-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Finished-Fairy-Lolly-Stick-Puppets-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Finished-Fairy-Lolly-Stick-Puppets-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Finished-Fairy-Lolly-Stick-Puppets-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></a></p>
<p>You can make these fairy lolly stick puppets with just a few things from your art and craft supplies. Feel free to improvise with whatever materials you have to hand &#8211; it&#8217;s part of the fun!</p>
<p>First of all you&#8217;ll need to gather your materials. If you don&#8217;t have any sequins you can cut up bits of old gift wrap into shapes instead.</p>
<h3>Fairy Lolly Stick Puppets</h3>
<h3>You&#8217;ll need:</h3>
<p>Coloured/shiny card &#8211; for the wings</p>
<p>Recycled/plain card &#8211; either pink/brown card, or just a piece of cereal box</p>
<p>Lolly stick &#8211; any size or colour</p>
<p>Sequins &#8211; or any shiny bits you can find!</p>
<p>Scissors</p>
<p>Glue stick</p>
<p>Pen/pencil</p>
<p>Piece of pipe cleaner &#8211; any colour</p>
<p><a href="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Equipment-for-fairy-lolly-puppets.jpg"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-8367" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Equipment-for-fairy-lolly-puppets.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="667" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Equipment-for-fairy-lolly-puppets.jpg 1000w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Equipment-for-fairy-lolly-puppets-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Equipment-for-fairy-lolly-puppets-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Equipment-for-fairy-lolly-puppets-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Equipment-for-fairy-lolly-puppets-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></a></p>
<h3>How to Make a Fairy Lolly Stick Puppet</h3>
<p>1. Draw a circle for the fairy&#8217;s head. To make a perfect circle try tracing around the bottom of a small cup, or an empty toilet roll tube.</p>
<p><a href="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Drawing-circle-for-face.jpg"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-8365" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Drawing-circle-for-face.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="667" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Drawing-circle-for-face.jpg 1000w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Drawing-circle-for-face-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Drawing-circle-for-face-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Drawing-circle-for-face-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Drawing-circle-for-face-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></a></p>
<p>2. Draw a wing shape on your coloured or shiny card. This can be small or large &#8211; make sure it will fit on your lolly stick!</p>
<p><a href="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Drawing-shapes-for-fairy.jpg"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-8366" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Drawing-shapes-for-fairy.jpg" alt="" width="817" height="1225" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Drawing-shapes-for-fairy.jpg 817w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Drawing-shapes-for-fairy-200x300.jpg 200w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Drawing-shapes-for-fairy-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Drawing-shapes-for-fairy-768x1152.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Drawing-shapes-for-fairy-150x225.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Drawing-shapes-for-fairy-600x900.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 817px) 100vw, 817px" /></a></p>
<p>3. Cut out the shapes. Position the wings onto the back of your lolly stick, add glue and stick. Then position and stick the head onto the front of the lolly stick.</p>
<p><a href="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Head-and-wings.jpg"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-8372" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Head-and-wings.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="1000" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Head-and-wings.jpg 1000w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Head-and-wings-300x300.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Head-and-wings-150x150.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Head-and-wings-768x768.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Head-and-wings-600x600.jpg 600w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Head-and-wings-360x361.jpg 360w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></a></p>
<p>4. Draw a face with a pen or pencil.</p>
<p><a href="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Adding-face-to-fairy.jpg"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-8363" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Adding-face-to-fairy.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="1000" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Adding-face-to-fairy.jpg 1000w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Adding-face-to-fairy-300x300.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Adding-face-to-fairy-150x150.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Adding-face-to-fairy-768x768.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Adding-face-to-fairy-600x600.jpg 600w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Adding-face-to-fairy-360x361.jpg 360w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></a></p>
<p>5. Add sequins to decorate the fairy&#8217;s wings. Use a small piece of pipe cleaner to create hair. Add a sequin for a hair decoration.</p>
<p>Tip: Place your sequins where you would like them first. When you are happy, stick them with a small amount of glue.</p>
<p><a href="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Finished-fairy-puppet.jpg"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-8369" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Finished-fairy-puppet.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="1000" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Finished-fairy-puppet.jpg 1000w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Finished-fairy-puppet-300x300.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Finished-fairy-puppet-150x150.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Finished-fairy-puppet-768x768.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Finished-fairy-puppet-600x600.jpg 600w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Finished-fairy-puppet-360x361.jpg 360w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></a></p>
<p>You&#8217;ve finished your fairy lolly stick puppet! Why not make a few different fairies and put on a puppet show?!</p>
<p><a href="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Finished-Fairies-with-Equipment.jpg"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-8356" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Finished-Fairies-with-Equipment.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="667" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Finished-Fairies-with-Equipment.jpg 1000w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Finished-Fairies-with-Equipment-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Finished-Fairies-with-Equipment-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Finished-Fairies-with-Equipment-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Finished-Fairies-with-Equipment-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></a></p>
<p>Do you have any other tips for making a fairy lolly stick puppet? Do share!</p>
<p>Go ahead and pin this idea on pinterest to use later!</p>
<p><a href="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Fairy-Lolly-Stick-Puppets-Pin.jpg"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-8378" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Fairy-Lolly-Stick-Puppets-Pin.jpg" alt="" width="800" height="1200" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Fairy-Lolly-Stick-Puppets-Pin.jpg 800w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Fairy-Lolly-Stick-Puppets-Pin-200x300.jpg 200w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Fairy-Lolly-Stick-Puppets-Pin-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Fairy-Lolly-Stick-Puppets-Pin-768x1152.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Fairy-Lolly-Stick-Puppets-Pin-150x225.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Fairy-Lolly-Stick-Puppets-Pin-600x900.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /></a></p>
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		<title>Easy Washi Tape Hearts</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 28 Jan 2022 10:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>These easy washi tape hearts are so quick and easy to make &#8211; ideal for younger crafters. These washi tape hearts are perfect to create little valentine notes, or as thank you cards. The effect of the torn washi tape looks really cool! Children of all ages will enjoy experimenting with different colours and patterns....</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>These easy washi tape hearts are so quick and easy to make &#8211; ideal for younger crafters. These washi tape hearts are perfect to create little valentine notes, or as thank you cards.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8313" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Finished-hearts.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="667" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Finished-hearts.jpg 1000w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Finished-hearts-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Finished-hearts-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Finished-hearts-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Finished-hearts-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></p>
<p>The effect of the torn washi tape looks really cool! Children of all ages will enjoy experimenting with different colours and patterns. See what different effects you can create with the washi tapes!</p>
<p>You only need a few things to make these washi tape hearts, they really are so simple!</p>
<h3>Easy Washi Tape Hearts</h3>
<h4>You&#8217;ll need:</h4>
<p>Card &#8211; you can use recycled card such as an old cereal box if you like</p>
<p>Washi Tape &#8211; assorted colours and patterns</p>
<p>Black Pen &#8211; to draw a face</p>
<p>Goggly eyes &#8211; optional</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8307" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Heart-and-Equipment.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="667" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Heart-and-Equipment.jpg 1000w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Heart-and-Equipment-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Heart-and-Equipment-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Heart-and-Equipment-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Heart-and-Equipment-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></p>
<p>Draw a heart on your piece of card, large or small, any size you like. Cut out. This is a great opportunity for little ones to practice their fine motor skills.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8303" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Cut-out-of-heart.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="667" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Cut-out-of-heart.jpg 1000w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Cut-out-of-heart-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Cut-out-of-heart-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Cut-out-of-heart-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Cut-out-of-heart-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></p>
<p>Leave out a selection of washi tapes and show children how to tear a piece off and create a collage. Let children get creative and add any combination of colours and patterns they like!</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8308" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Stick-washi-tape-onto-heart.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="667" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Stick-washi-tape-onto-heart.jpg 1000w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Stick-washi-tape-onto-heart-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Stick-washi-tape-onto-heart-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Stick-washi-tape-onto-heart-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Stick-washi-tape-onto-heart-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></p>
<p>If you would like to you can add a face with a black pen or some goggly eyes!</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8305" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Finished-purple-heart.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="1500" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Finished-purple-heart.jpg 1000w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Finished-purple-heart-200x300.jpg 200w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Finished-purple-heart-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Finished-purple-heart-768x1152.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Finished-purple-heart-150x225.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Finished-purple-heart-600x900.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></p>
<p>Write a note on the back of your heart and give it to someone special!</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8314" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Finished-heart-with-note.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="667" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Finished-heart-with-note.jpg 1000w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Finished-heart-with-note-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Finished-heart-with-note-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Finished-heart-with-note-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Finished-heart-with-note-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></p>
<p>I hope you like this simple idea. I think these washi tape hearts make sweet little notes for children to give on Valentines Day! Let me know what else you might use them for?</p>
<p>If you like these you might also like these <a href="https://littlefishblog.com/miniature-envelope-craft-for-kids-to-make/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Miniature Fairy Envelopes</a> that kids can make for Valentines or for creative play. If you&#8217;re looking for more easy Valentine ideas you might also like to try these <a href="https://littlefishblog.com/heart-stencil-cards-for-kids/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Heart Stencil Cards </a>or these <a href="https://littlefishblog.com/toilet-paper-roll-animal-valentine-craft/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Animal Toilet Roll Valentine Crafts.</a></p>
<p>Do let me know if you give any of these a try!</p>
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		<title>Santa Claus and Mrs Claus Toilet Roll Ornaments</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 18 Dec 2021 23:35:01 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Who loves a good &#8216;ole recycled toilet roll craft? I think the best Christmas decorations are the homemade ones, how about you? Toilet roll crafts are one of our faves as you don&#8217;t need much to make them &#8211; it also reuses those cardboard tubes. These Santa Claus and Mrs Claus toilet roll ornaments are...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Who loves a good &#8216;ole recycled toilet roll craft? I think the best Christmas decorations are the homemade ones, how about you?</p>
<p>Toilet roll crafts are one of our faves as you don&#8217;t need much to make them &#8211; it also reuses those cardboard tubes.</p>
<p>These Santa Claus and Mrs Claus toilet roll ornaments are really easy to make with just a few materials. Inspire children to make their own Santa or Mrs Claus &#8211; or perhaps they might decide to make their own Christmas characters!</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8274" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Finished-decorations.jpg" alt="" width="800" height="533" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Finished-decorations.jpg 800w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Finished-decorations-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Finished-decorations-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Finished-decorations-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Finished-decorations-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /></p>
<p>You&#8217;ll only need a few materials to make these Santa Claus and Mrs Claus ornaments.</p>
<h3>You&#8217;ll need:</h3>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8269" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Equipment-for-Santa-and-Mrs-Claus.jpg" alt="" width="800" height="533" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Equipment-for-Santa-and-Mrs-Claus.jpg 800w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Equipment-for-Santa-and-Mrs-Claus-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Equipment-for-Santa-and-Mrs-Claus-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Equipment-for-Santa-and-Mrs-Claus-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Equipment-for-Santa-and-Mrs-Claus-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /></p>
<p>Toiler Roll Insert &#8211; one for each ornament</p>
<p>Red felt</p>
<p>White felt, or cotton pads</p>
<p>Black card</p>
<p>Green card and red sequins &#8211; for Mrs Claus</p>
<p>Skin coloured paper &#8211; yellow, brown, white&#8230;</p>
<p>Black pen</p>
<p>Scissors</p>
<p>Glue</p>
<h3>How to make your ornament:</h3>
<p>Cut a piece of skin coloured paper to fit around the toilet roll. It should cover approximately half of the toilet roll. Stick carefully.</p>
<p>Cut a piece of red felt to fit around the toilet roll as a coat. Stick carefully.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8272" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Felt-on-toilet-roll-santa.jpg" alt="" width="800" height="533" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Felt-on-toilet-roll-santa.jpg 800w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Felt-on-toilet-roll-santa-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Felt-on-toilet-roll-santa-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Felt-on-toilet-roll-santa-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Felt-on-toilet-roll-santa-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /></p>
<p>Cut the white felt or cotton pad into a hair shape and stick. Repeat to make a beard if making Santa.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8268" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Cutting-cotton-wool-hair.jpg" alt="" width="800" height="533" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Cutting-cotton-wool-hair.jpg 800w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Cutting-cotton-wool-hair-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Cutting-cotton-wool-hair-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Cutting-cotton-wool-hair-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Cutting-cotton-wool-hair-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /></p>
<p>Cut some black card into two small circles. Stick on to make buttons.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8270" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Felt-buttons-on-Mrs-Claus.jpg" alt="" width="800" height="533" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Felt-buttons-on-Mrs-Claus.jpg 800w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Felt-buttons-on-Mrs-Claus-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Felt-buttons-on-Mrs-Claus-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Felt-buttons-on-Mrs-Claus-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Felt-buttons-on-Mrs-Claus-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /></p>
<p>Cut some red felt into a hat shape. Add a band of white felt or cotton pad, plus a white circle on the top of the hat. Stick on top of the hair.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8271" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Felt-on-Mrs-Claus.jpg" alt="" width="800" height="533" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Felt-on-Mrs-Claus.jpg 800w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Felt-on-Mrs-Claus-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Felt-on-Mrs-Claus-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Felt-on-Mrs-Claus-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Felt-on-Mrs-Claus-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /></p>
<p>Add eyes and a mouth with a black pen. If making Mrs Claus you could add some holly using green card and red sequins, or card.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8277" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Mrs-Claus-Toilet-Roll-Ornament-Close-Up.jpg" alt="" width="800" height="533" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Mrs-Claus-Toilet-Roll-Ornament-Close-Up.jpg 800w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Mrs-Claus-Toilet-Roll-Ornament-Close-Up-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Mrs-Claus-Toilet-Roll-Ornament-Close-Up-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Mrs-Claus-Toilet-Roll-Ornament-Close-Up-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Mrs-Claus-Toilet-Roll-Ornament-Close-Up-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /></p>
<p>To finish, cut a strip of felt and stick inside the top of the toilet roll &#8211; to make a loop for hanging the ornament.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8267" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Attaching-Loop-to-Mrs-Claus-Ornament.jpg" alt="" width="800" height="533" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Attaching-Loop-to-Mrs-Claus-Ornament.jpg 800w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Attaching-Loop-to-Mrs-Claus-Ornament-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Attaching-Loop-to-Mrs-Claus-Ornament-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Attaching-Loop-to-Mrs-Claus-Ornament-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Attaching-Loop-to-Mrs-Claus-Ornament-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /></p>
<p>Repeat if you would like to make both characters! Or encourage children to make some of their own ideas, using the materials available. They could make some of the elves from Santa&#8217;s workshop or any other characters they can think of!</p>
<p>You can hang these ornaments on the tree or anywhere else in the house. We discovered a mug tree makes a good place to hang ornaments in the kitchen!</p>
<p>Do your children like to make toilet roll crafts? What characters do your children like to make?</p>
<p>Remember to pin this post for later!</p>
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		<title>Wooden Spoon People Puppets For Kids</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 05 Jun 2021 22:25:37 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Are you looking for a simple and fun craft that your kids can make by themselves? These wooden spoon people puppets are a creative activity that children will love. They can use their imagination to create any different characters that they like! My children enjoyed making all sorts of wooden spoon people; mermaids, ladies with...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Are you looking for a simple and fun craft that your kids can make by themselves? These wooden spoon people puppets are a creative activity that children will love. They can use their imagination to create any different characters that they like!</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8228" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Finished-wooden-spoon-puppets.jpg" alt="" width="1050" height="700" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Finished-wooden-spoon-puppets.jpg 1050w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Finished-wooden-spoon-puppets-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Finished-wooden-spoon-puppets-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Finished-wooden-spoon-puppets-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Finished-wooden-spoon-puppets-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Finished-wooden-spoon-puppets-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 1050px) 100vw, 1050px" /></p>
<p>My children enjoyed making all sorts of wooden spoon people; mermaids, ladies with pretty dresses, even super heroes.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8243" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Wooden-Spoon-People-Puppets-Pin.jpg" alt="" width="800" height="1200" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Wooden-Spoon-People-Puppets-Pin.jpg 800w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Wooden-Spoon-People-Puppets-Pin-200x300.jpg 200w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Wooden-Spoon-People-Puppets-Pin-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Wooden-Spoon-People-Puppets-Pin-768x1152.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Wooden-Spoon-People-Puppets-Pin-150x225.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Wooden-Spoon-People-Puppets-Pin-600x900.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /></p>
<p>You&#8217;ll only need a few things to get your children started on these wooden spoon people puppets.</p>
<p>We used this art and craft kit which contains wooden spoons (and forks), pens, sequins, buttons, goggly eyes, pipe cleaners, feathers, felt and sparkly card. Having all of the bits and pieces together in a kit made this a really simple activity to set up. But of course you can also buy or collect all of the components separately. You may have some of the materials already in your craft cupboard at home!</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8225" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Art-and-Craft-Kit.jpg" alt="Art and Craft Kit" width="800" height="533" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Art-and-Craft-Kit.jpg 800w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Art-and-Craft-Kit-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Art-and-Craft-Kit-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Art-and-Craft-Kit-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Art-and-Craft-Kit-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /></p>
<h3>You&#8217;ll need:</h3>
<p>Wooden spoons</p>
<p>Glue</p>
<p><strong>Plus any of the following:</strong></p>
<p>Goggly eyes</p>
<p>Sequins/buttons/feathers</p>
<p>Pipe cleaners</p>
<p>Felt</p>
<p>Coloured paper/card</p>
<p>Or remember you can buy an art and craft kit with everything you need.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8227" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Wooden-Spoon-Puppet-Equipment.jpg" alt="" width="1050" height="700" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Wooden-Spoon-Puppet-Equipment.jpg 1050w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Wooden-Spoon-Puppet-Equipment-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Wooden-Spoon-Puppet-Equipment-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Wooden-Spoon-Puppet-Equipment-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Wooden-Spoon-Puppet-Equipment-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Wooden-Spoon-Puppet-Equipment-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 1050px) 100vw, 1050px" /></p>
<h3>How to make wooden spoon people puppets:</h3>
<p>You can simply put out all of the materials. Encourage children to use their imagination to create their people by sticking features onto their spoons. To stick hair on, or any intricate details, you can use a glue gun or super glue (only with a grown up to help!)</p>
<p>Here are some ideas as inspiration:</p>
<p><strong>To make a mermaid:</strong></p>
<p>Cut out a sparkly tail and stick on your spoon. Add goggly eyes, a mouth, a sparkly pipe cleaner for hair, plus sequins for a bikini.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8226" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Mermaid-Wooden-Spoons.jpg" alt="" width="1050" height="700" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Mermaid-Wooden-Spoons.jpg 1050w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Mermaid-Wooden-Spoons-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Mermaid-Wooden-Spoons-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Mermaid-Wooden-Spoons-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Mermaid-Wooden-Spoons-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Mermaid-Wooden-Spoons-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 1050px) 100vw, 1050px" /></p>
<p><strong>To make ladies with pretty dresses:</strong></p>
<p>Cut a dress shape out of felt. Add sequins, or any bits of sparkle. Stick goggly eyes, hair and draw a mouth.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8230" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Lady-Wooden-Spoons.jpg" alt="" width="1050" height="700" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Lady-Wooden-Spoons.jpg 1050w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Lady-Wooden-Spoons-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Lady-Wooden-Spoons-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Lady-Wooden-Spoons-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Lady-Wooden-Spoons-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Lady-Wooden-Spoons-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 1050px) 100vw, 1050px" /></p>
<p>I hope your children have as much fun making these wooden spoon people puppets are much as mine did! Once you&#8217;ve made your puppets you can go ahead and put on a puppet show!</p>
<p>If you like these puppets, you might also like my <a href="https://littlefishblog.com/sea-creature-stick-puppets-with-free-printable/">Sea Creature Stick Puppets (with free printable!)</a></p>
<p>You can also sign up to <a href="https://mailchi.mp/a39819ec4600/littlefishfamily">Little Fish Family</a> for more simple ideas to inspire kids!</p>
<p>Will try this wooden spoon craft? What wooden spoon people will you make?</p>
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		<title>Peter Rabbit Toilet Roll Craft</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Rosie]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 17 Mar 2021 10:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Do you have a Peter Rabbit fan in your house? My daughter adores the Peter Rabbit books and the tv show. How about your children? We love making our own toys from recycled bits and bobs in the house, so decided to have a go at making a Peter Rabbit craft using a toilet roll!...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Do you have a Peter Rabbit fan in your house? My daughter adores the Peter Rabbit books and the tv show. How about your children? We love making our own toys from recycled bits and bobs in the house, so decided to have a go at making a Peter Rabbit craft using a toilet roll!</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8208" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Peter-Rabbit-Craft-with-equipment.jpg" alt="" width="1050" height="700" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Peter-Rabbit-Craft-with-equipment.jpg 1050w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Peter-Rabbit-Craft-with-equipment-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Peter-Rabbit-Craft-with-equipment-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Peter-Rabbit-Craft-with-equipment-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Peter-Rabbit-Craft-with-equipment-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Peter-Rabbit-Craft-with-equipment-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 1050px) 100vw, 1050px" /></p>
<p>This Peter Rabbit Toilet Roll Craft is really simple to make. We&#8217;ve all got empty toilet rolls, recycled paper and bits and pieces we can use to craft with. You can rustle together the materials for this quite easily. As always use this post as inspiration and feel free to tweak the idea to suit you. I&#8217;m sure your children will also have lots of their own ideas to add. If you like you can try making one of the other Peter Rabbit characters too. My favourite when I was a kid was Benjamin &#8211; how about you?!</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8224" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Peter-Rabbit-Pin.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="1500" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Peter-Rabbit-Pin.jpg 1000w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Peter-Rabbit-Pin-200x300.jpg 200w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Peter-Rabbit-Pin-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Peter-Rabbit-Pin-768x1152.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Peter-Rabbit-Pin-150x225.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Peter-Rabbit-Pin-600x900.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></p>
<p>To start with you&#8217;ll need to gather your supplies. I like to make this into a &#8216;treasure hunt&#8217; to get the kids on board &#8211; but I know this doesn&#8217;t always go to plan (!) so if not then gather the supplies yourself!</p>
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<p>Here are the things you&#8217;ll need to make a Peter Rabbit Toilet Roll Craft. There is an option to make a little satchel for Peter Rabbit, but if you prefer you can leave this out altogether.</p>
<h3>Peter Rabbit Toilet Roll Craft</h3>
<h3>You&#8217;ll need:</h3>
<p>Empty toilet roll</p>
<p>Card &#8211; such as a piece of cereal box card</p>
<p><a href="https://amzn.to/3gzSgno" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Brown parcel paper</a>, or similar</p>
<p><a href="https://amzn.to/3nmjUFA" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Blue felt</a></p>
<p><a href="https://amzn.to/3dSpOvi" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Goggly eyes</a></p>
<p><a href="https://amzn.to/2QUd0LM" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Pen</a></p>
<p>Optional:</p>
<p>Grey or white felt</p>
<p>Paper</p>
<p>Scissors</p>
<p><a href="https://amzn.to/2R3AkXG" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Glue</a></p>
<p>Needle and thread or hot glue</p>
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<h3>How to Make Your Peter Rabbit Toilet Roll Craft</h3>
<p>First, cut a piece  of brown paper to fit around the empty toilet roll. Carefully stick into place.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8201" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Covering-toilet-roll.jpg" alt="" width="1050" height="700" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Covering-toilet-roll.jpg 1050w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Covering-toilet-roll-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Covering-toilet-roll-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Covering-toilet-roll-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Covering-toilet-roll-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Covering-toilet-roll-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 1050px) 100vw, 1050px" /></p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8200" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Covering-toilet-roll-in-brown-paper.jpg" alt="" width="1050" height="700" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Covering-toilet-roll-in-brown-paper.jpg 1050w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Covering-toilet-roll-in-brown-paper-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Covering-toilet-roll-in-brown-paper-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Covering-toilet-roll-in-brown-paper-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Covering-toilet-roll-in-brown-paper-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Covering-toilet-roll-in-brown-paper-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 1050px) 100vw, 1050px" /></p>
<p>Cut a face with ears from a piece of card. Cover with brown paper, stick and cut around.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8213" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Sticking-bunny-head.jpg" alt="" width="1050" height="700" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Sticking-bunny-head.jpg 1050w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Sticking-bunny-head-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Sticking-bunny-head-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Sticking-bunny-head-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Sticking-bunny-head-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Sticking-bunny-head-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 1050px) 100vw, 1050px" /></p>
<p>Stick the face onto the brown paper tube. Add goggly eyes, plus a nose and mouth with a pen.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8212" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Sticking-bunny-head-onto-toilet-roll.jpg" alt="" width="1050" height="1575" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Sticking-bunny-head-onto-toilet-roll.jpg 1050w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Sticking-bunny-head-onto-toilet-roll-200x300.jpg 200w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Sticking-bunny-head-onto-toilet-roll-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Sticking-bunny-head-onto-toilet-roll-768x1152.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Sticking-bunny-head-onto-toilet-roll-150x225.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Sticking-bunny-head-onto-toilet-roll-600x900.jpg 600w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Sticking-bunny-head-onto-toilet-roll-1024x1536.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 1050px) 100vw, 1050px" /></p>
<p>Cut a strip of blue felt to fit around the brown tube to make a jacket. Stick the felt to the tube.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8211" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Putting-jacket-on.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="667" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Putting-jacket-on.jpg 1000w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Putting-jacket-on-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Putting-jacket-on-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Putting-jacket-on-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Putting-jacket-on-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></p>
<p>Cut four circles from brown paper. Stick to the jacket to create buttons.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8210" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Portrait-finished-craft.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="1500" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Portrait-finished-craft.jpg 1000w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Portrait-finished-craft-200x300.jpg 200w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Portrait-finished-craft-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Portrait-finished-craft-768x1152.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Portrait-finished-craft-150x225.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Portrait-finished-craft-600x900.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></p>
<p><strong>Optional:</strong></p>
<p>If you like you can make a miniature satchel for Peter Rabbit.</p>
<p>Fold a small piece of felt in half. Either sew or hot glue the sides of the felt.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8206" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Folding-satchel.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="667" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Folding-satchel.jpg 1000w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Folding-satchel-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Folding-satchel-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Folding-satchel-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Folding-satchel-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></p>
<p>Cut a thin strip of felt to create a handle. Either sew or hot glue to the bag.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8204" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Finished-satchel.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="667" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Finished-satchel.jpg 1000w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Finished-satchel-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Finished-satchel-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Finished-satchel-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Finished-satchel-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></p>
<p>If you&#8217;re feeling creative you could make a small book out of folded paper to put in the satchel.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8205" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Finished-satchels.jpg" alt="" width="1050" height="700" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Finished-satchels.jpg 1050w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Finished-satchels-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Finished-satchels-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Finished-satchels-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Finished-satchels-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Finished-satchels-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 1050px) 100vw, 1050px" /></p>
<p>Well done, you&#8217;ve finished your Peter Rabbit Toilet Roll Craft. Run Rabbit Run! If you like you can try making other characters from the stories.</p>
<p>My daughter loves to role play with her Peter Rabbit characters. Let me know if you give this craft a try!</p>
<p>Why not read some of the Peter Rabbit stories to inspire some Peter Rabbit play and crafts?<br />
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		<pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2021 10:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Who doesn’t love receiving a homemade card? Homemade cards are like being sent a hug in the post! Children will love making these dancing heart stencil cards to send to family and friends. We all love being given something that has been made for us and it’s just as special being the ones to create...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Who doesn’t love receiving a homemade card? Homemade cards are like being sent a hug in the post!</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8176" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Stencil-Heart-Cards-Landscape.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="667" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Stencil-Heart-Cards-Landscape.jpg 1000w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Stencil-Heart-Cards-Landscape-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Stencil-Heart-Cards-Landscape-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Stencil-Heart-Cards-Landscape-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Stencil-Heart-Cards-Landscape-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></p>
<p>Children will love making these dancing heart stencil cards to send to family and friends.</p>
<p>We all love being given something that has been made for us and it’s just as special being the ones to create and send a card.</p>
<h3>Heart Stencil Cards for Kids</h3>
<p>You only need a few simple materials to make these heart cards and kids can personalise them to their hearts content.</p>
<h3>You’ll need:</h3>
<p>•Card for the stencil &#8211; an old cereal box will do, or you can print the template onto thin card</p>
<p>•White card &#8211; for the actual card!</p>
<p>•Red and white paint</p>
<p>•Small sponge</p>
<p>•Black pen</p>
<p>•Googly eyes</p>
<p>•Washi tape or removable tape (useful but not essential)</p>
<h3>How to make:</h3>
<p>1. First, draw a heart onto a piece of cereal box.</p>
<p>2. Cut the inside of the heart to create your stencil.</p>
<p>3. Fold your piece of white card in half and place the stencil over the top. You can gently tape it in place with washi tape or removable tape if you wish.</p>
<p>4. Sponge red and white paint over the stencil. You can show children how sponging red and white together creates pink.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8174" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Sponge-the-Heart-Card.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="667" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Sponge-the-Heart-Card.jpg 1000w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Sponge-the-Heart-Card-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Sponge-the-Heart-Card-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Sponge-the-Heart-Card-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Sponge-the-Heart-Card-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8173" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Printing-the-stencil-heart.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="667" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Printing-the-stencil-heart.jpg 1000w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Printing-the-stencil-heart-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Printing-the-stencil-heart-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Printing-the-stencil-heart-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Printing-the-stencil-heart-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></p>
<p>5. Allow to dry. Repeat on as many cards as you wish!</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8178" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Stencilled-Heart.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="667" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Stencilled-Heart.jpg 1000w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Stencilled-Heart-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Stencilled-Heart-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Stencilled-Heart-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Stencilled-Heart-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></p>
<p>6. Add faces and features with a black or coloured pen and googly eyes.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8175" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Stencil-Heart-Cards-Landscape-2.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="667" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Stencil-Heart-Cards-Landscape-2.jpg 1000w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Stencil-Heart-Cards-Landscape-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Stencil-Heart-Cards-Landscape-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Stencil-Heart-Cards-Landscape-2-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Stencil-Heart-Cards-Landscape-2-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></p>
<p>Send your cards to someone you love!</p>
<p>Do your children like to make Valentine cards? Take a look at some of our other <a href="https://littlefishblog.com/category/valentines/">Valentine crafts</a>. Let me know if you give these heart stencil cards a try!</p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>We were recently lucky to be invited to Roarr Dinosaur Adventure in Norfolk. Both my children are huge dinosaur fans and were beside themselves with excitement to explore a whole world of dinosaurs! Do you have a dinosaur lover in your family? If you are visiting Norfolk anytime soon, Roarr Dinosaur Adventure is a must...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We were recently lucky to be invited to Roarr Dinosaur Adventure in Norfolk.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8119" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Over-the-fence.jpg" alt="" width="800" height="533" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Over-the-fence.jpg 800w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Over-the-fence-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Over-the-fence-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Over-the-fence-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Over-the-fence-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /></p>
<p>Both my children are huge dinosaur fans and were beside themselves with excitement to explore a whole world of dinosaurs!</p>
<p>Do you have a dinosaur lover in your family? If you are visiting Norfolk anytime soon, Roarr Dinosaur Adventure is a must visit for young paleontologists. Let’s face it, that’s most young kids!</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8110" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Dinosaur-Jaws.jpg" alt="" width="800" height="533" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Dinosaur-Jaws.jpg 800w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Dinosaur-Jaws-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Dinosaur-Jaws-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Dinosaur-Jaws-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Dinosaur-Jaws-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /></p>
<p><em>Disclosure: We were gifted tickets in exchange for an honest review.</em></p>
<p>We’re all a little cautious about visiting places in these strange ‘new normal’ times. But a visit to <a href="https://www.roarrdinosauradventure.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Roarr Dinosaur Adventure</a> was brilliant outdoor fun. It was easy to social distance, with plenty of hygiene procedures in place.</p>
<p>Here&#8217;s what we got up to and what we thought&#8230;</p>
<h3>Roarr Dinosaur Adventure Review</h3>
<p>We started in the central area of the park, which had tree houses and playground areas to explore. My son especially loved going inside the dinosaur’s mouth!</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8116" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/In-the-dinosaur-mouth.jpg" alt="" width="800" height="1200" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/In-the-dinosaur-mouth.jpg 800w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/In-the-dinosaur-mouth-200x300.jpg 200w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/In-the-dinosaur-mouth-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/In-the-dinosaur-mouth-768x1152.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/In-the-dinosaur-mouth-150x225.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/In-the-dinosaur-mouth-600x900.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /></p>
<p>We also headed to the Splash Zone to bag a spot for later in the day. With the new social guidance, time slots have to be booked in advance. Do this as soon as you get there, to ensure you can get the time slot you would like.</p>
<p>There were ample picnic areas to sit and have a snack, away from others. We also caught a bit of the &#8216;Dippy Live&#8217; show, before the kids were itching to explore.</p>
<p>After a picnic, we set off on the Dinosaur Trail. The trail wound this way and that through magical woodland and the children loved spotting dinosaurs amongst the trees. I liked the &#8216;fact finding missions&#8217; dotted through the trail &#8211; they kept the children excited to explore.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8111" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Dinosaur-Trail.jpg" alt="" width="800" height="533" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Dinosaur-Trail.jpg 800w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Dinosaur-Trail-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Dinosaur-Trail-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Dinosaur-Trail-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Dinosaur-Trail-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /></p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8121" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/T-Rex.jpg" alt="" width="800" height="1200" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/T-Rex.jpg 800w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/T-Rex-200x300.jpg 200w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/T-Rex-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/T-Rex-768x1152.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/T-Rex-150x225.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/T-Rex-600x900.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /></p>
<p>At the end of the nature trail we discovered a new part of the park &#8211; with a secret animal garden, cafe and high ropes course. If you have older children the high ropes course would be a real hit. The children opted for the secret animal garden, where we discovered goats, guinea pigs and a turtle!</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8132" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Goat.jpg" alt="" width="800" height="533" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Goat.jpg 800w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Goat-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Goat-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Goat-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Goat-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /></p>
<p>Next we set off through the Neanderthal Walk, towards the Jurassic Putt. One of my son&#8217;s favourite hobbies is putting (I know!) so this was a must do! The kids loved putting round the holes, though dinosaurs and volcanoes. The spots on the ground made it easy to know where to wait and ensure social distancing, which I thought was a great idea.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8117" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Jurassic-Putt.jpg" alt="" width="800" height="533" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Jurassic-Putt.jpg 800w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Jurassic-Putt-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Jurassic-Putt-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Jurassic-Putt-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Jurassic-Putt-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /></p>
<p>After our putting, we treated ourselves to an ice cream. The kids loved lining up on the dinosaur footprints by the cafe, so it was easy to stay apart and the cafe was take away, so it all felt very safe.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8133" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Foot-Print.jpg" alt="" width="800" height="533" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Foot-Print.jpg 800w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Foot-Print-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Foot-Print-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Foot-Print-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Foot-Print-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /></p>
<p>Finally it was time to head to the Splash Zone! With slides, fountains, cannon shoots and a giant bucket, the kids had an absolute blast. This was an after the splash zone shot! I think it&#8217;s safe to say this was the highlight!</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8120" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Splash-Zone.jpg" alt="" width="800" height="600" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Splash-Zone.jpg 800w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Splash-Zone-300x225.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Splash-Zone-768x576.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Splash-Zone-150x113.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Splash-Zone-600x450.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /></p>
<h3>Social distancing</h3>
<p>All around the park it was easy to keep a distance from others and the markings around areas such as the cafe, made it easy for children to maintain 2 metres. There was plenty of hand sanitiser around the park, such as at the Jurassic Putt and the toilets were clean and quiet. Whilst in the shop we wore masks around a one way system, whilst payments were through a plastic screen.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8118" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/One-Way-sign.jpg" alt="" width="800" height="533" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/One-Way-sign.jpg 800w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/One-Way-sign-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/One-Way-sign-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/One-Way-sign-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/One-Way-sign-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /></p>
<h3>In summary</h3>
<p>In a world where we are all trying to explore outdoors more, Roarr Dinoasaur Adventure fits right in. We were gifted tickets for this review &#8211; but would happily pay next time. It was reasonably priced and an awesome day out &#8211; the kids are already asking when we can go back!</p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Children are the masters of their own creativity. Given the time and space, children will think of ideas for play or creative projects that will never fail to surprise you! Sometimes though, children do need a little reminder of how creative they can be. We all have those moments when children are &#8220;bored&#8221; or at...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Children are the masters of their own creativity. Given the time and space, children will think of ideas for play or creative projects that will never fail to surprise you!</p>
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<p>Sometimes though, children do need a little reminder of how creative they can be. We all have those moments when children are &#8220;bored&#8221; or at a loose end &#8211; sometimes my children are like this on rainy days! A little inspiration can go a long way.</p>
<p>Here I have 40 simple ideas to inspire children&#8217;s creativity.</p>
<p>I&#8217;ve included a <a href="https://mcusercontent.com/0d9cca1843a425b789eac5e0d/files/c02b88bf-c83a-4146-a82a-960fc85e7842/40_Simple_Ideas_to_Inspire_Children_s_Creativity.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">printable version</a> of these ideas. You could print and cut up the ideas and put them in a jar or a box &#8211; ready to pull out an idea when it&#8217;s needed. You can set up many of these activities for children to do independently. Some of them may require your support, or you might just want to join in!</p>
<p>Here are all 40 simple ideas to inspire children&#8217;s creativity!</p>
<p><strong>1. Dig for dinosaurs in the sand.</strong></p>
<p>Hide some plastic dinosaurs in an outdoor sand box, or in <a href="https://littlefishblog.com/5-reasons-to-play-with-kinetic-sand/">kinetic sand</a>. Give children some tools to dig and find the dinosaurs!</p>
<p><strong>2. Make a den.</strong></p>
<p>Such a timeless activity for kids. Make an indoor fort with sheets over a table and fill with pillows. Or build an outdoor den with sticks!</p>
<p><strong>3. Paint Outside.</strong></p>
<p>Painting outside is fun when the weather is warmer &#8211; plus if you&#8217;re worried about mess it&#8217;s much simpler.</p>
<p><strong>4. Make a treasure map (and hide some treasure).</strong></p>
<p>If you can spare a few minutes the night before, dip some sheets of paper into some cold tea and leave to dry &#8211; this gives the treasure map an authentic look! Or you can use any paper of course. Provide pens and pencils to draw details onto the map. Crumple and tear at the edges. Argh! You&#8217;re ready for a treasure hunt!</p>
<p><strong>5. Decorate cookies.</strong></p>
<p>Shop bought cookies or homemade, both are equally fun to decorate. Give children ready made icing tubes, sprinkles and candies to decorate.</p>
<p><strong>6. Make a small world.</strong></p>
<p>Children get lost in their imaginations in small world play. Provide some lego, play mobil or other figures and some loose parts, such as beads, wooden bricks or similar &#8211; appropriate to their age. A tray or box is ideal to set up small world play. You can also get some ideas from this <a href="https://littlefishblog.com/make-snail-whale-ocean-tray/">Snail and the Whale Ocean Tray</a> or this <a href="https://littlefishblog.com/how-to-make-a-construction-small-world-for-beginners/">Construction Small World</a>. Either set up a small world for your child to play with, or give them the parts to set up their own.</p>
<p><strong>7. Hunt for mini beasts.</strong></p>
<p>Send children off in the garden or yard on a mini beast scavenger hunt! There&#8217;s <a href="https://www.messylittlemonster.com/2018/03/bug-scavenger-hunt.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">fab printable here</a> that you can give children to help focus them on their task. Happy bug hunting!</p>
<p><strong>8. Make a magic wand with a stick.</strong></p>
<p>A stick can be so much more than a stick in creative play! Make a wand with a stick and then encourage making some potions and spells.</p>
<p><strong>9. Make a boat with recycled things.</strong></p>
<p>Empty margarine tubs, or similar make a good base for a recycled boat! Challenge your children to make a boat with recycled things, that will really float!</p>
<p><strong>10. Float your boat in the bath.</strong></p>
<p>Test out your recycled boat in the bath!</p>
<p><strong>11. Build a sand castle fort in the sand box.</strong></p>
<p>A classic activity if you have a sand box &#8211; build a fort! Add shells or stones and a moat around the outside.</p>
<p><strong>12. Make a fairy garden.</strong></p>
<p>This is a <a href="https://rhythmsofplay.com/start-your-own-fairy-garden/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">lovely tutorial</a> on how to make a fairy garden. This is a project that will need adult support to get started. Once created a fairy garden is a wonderful basis for imaginative play.</p>
<p><strong>13. Set up a play shop outside.</strong></p>
<p>&#8220;How can I help you?&#8221; I used to love setting up play shops when I was little! Give children some tubs and an area to set up shop outside. They can fill their shop with flowers, leaves, sticks &#8211; any bits and pieces they can find in the garden.</p>
<p><strong>14. Paint rock stones.</strong></p>
<p>A classic art activity for kids! Collect stones from the garden, or on a walk, clean them, then paint! You might like to read this post on <a href="https://littlefishblog.com/book-character-painted-rock-craft/">Book Character Painted Rocks</a> to give you some inspiration.</p>
<p><strong>15. Make a fairy potion with water and flower petals.</strong></p>
<p>One of my memories of childhood &#8211; making magical fairy potion with water and flower petals.</p>
<p>1<strong>6. Make a &#8216;mud kitchen&#8217; with old pots, pans and spoons.</strong></p>
<p>You don&#8217;t need anything fancy to make a mud kitchen &#8211; old pots and pans on a raised plank of wood or an old pallet, or just on the ground. Children love making mud pies and cakes in a mud kitchen!</p>
<p><strong>17. Have a hula hoop challenge.</strong></p>
<p>See how many you can hula!</p>
<p><strong>18. Make something out of a cardboard box.</strong></p>
<p>Cardboard boxes can be an endless source of creativity! Take a look at these <a href="https://littlefishblog.com/cardboard-box-activities-and-crafts-for-kids/">cardboard box activities and ideas</a> to get your kids started!</p>
<p><strong>19. Create a road map with chalk on the ground.</strong></p>
<p>Chalk art! Why not use chalk to create a play road map for your children&#8217;s cars?</p>
<p><strong>20. Decorate paper bags and fill with treats.</strong></p>
<p>Decorate ordinary paper lunch bags into something special! Paint, collage or colour patterns or shapes onto paper bags. Use this idea of <a href="https://littlefishblog.com/finger-paint-people-goodie-bags/">finger paint treat bags</a> for inspiration!</p>
<p><strong>21. Make dinosaur fossils with dinosaurs and play doh.</strong></p>
<p>Use plastic dinosaurs and play doh to make pretend fossils!</p>
<p><strong>22. Create an obstacle course outside.</strong></p>
<p>Challenge your children to set up an obstacle course outside. Give them hoops, balls, bean bags, skipping rope, whatever outside toys you have.</p>
<p><strong>23. Make a fairy door.</strong></p>
<p>You can make a fairy door to put inside the house or outside in the garden. These <a href="https://www.messylittlemonster.com/2018/08/painted-rock-fairy-houses-rock-painting-ideas.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">painted rock fairy houses</a> are a really sweet and easy idea!</p>
<p><strong>24. Decorate cupcakes.</strong></p>
<p>Shop bought or homemade, doesn&#8217;t matter! Kids love decorating cupcakes with icing and candies!</p>
<p><strong>25. Have a teddy bears picnic.</strong></p>
<p>&#8220;If you go down to the woods today&#8230;&#8221; Gather all your teddies and head to the garden for a picnic!</p>
<p><strong>26. Make a picture with stones or pebbles.</strong></p>
<p>Go hunting for stones in the garden, then create a picture!</p>
<p><strong>27. Make a necklace with flowers from the garden.</strong></p>
<p>String together flowers and leaves to make a necklace.</p>
<p><strong>28. Make a giant board game.</strong></p>
<p>Challenge your children to create a giant board game outside!</p>
<p><strong>29. Create a museum of something that you love.</strong></p>
<p>Imagine a museum of minecraft, or a gallery of teddy bears! Making museums at home used to be one of my favourite things to do as a kid &#8211; I even charged my parents an entrance fee!</p>
<p><strong>30. Invent a play (practice it, then perform it).</strong></p>
<p>Get dressed up in costumes, practice a play and get ready to perform it!</p>
<p><strong>31. Start a club (design your stickers and membership cards.</strong></p>
<p>Invent a club based on something you love! Make membership cards, stickers and get ready to invite some members!</p>
<p><strong>32. Make sun catchers.</strong></p>
<p>Sun catchers are a fun craft activity and brighten your windows too. I love this <a href="https://www.craftsonsea.co.uk/moana-crafts-heart-of-te-fiti-suncatcher/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Heart of Te Fiti Sun Catcher </a>&#8211; gorgeous!</p>
<p><strong>33. Build a Lego town.</strong></p>
<p>Get building! Build where you live, or build an imaginary world!</p>
<p><strong>34. Build a rocket with recycled materials.</strong></p>
<p>Cardboard boxes are the start to many a creative adventure! Stack them together and create a rocket to blast into space! Take a look at these other <a href="https://littlefishblog.com/cardboard-box-activities-and-crafts-for-kids/">recycled cardboard box crafts and ideas for kids</a>.</p>
<p><strong>35. Make a book about your hobby.</strong></p>
<p>If you&#8217;re trying to encourage your child to write, ask them to write a book about a hobby. A how to, or a beginner&#8217;s guide to their favourite hobby is a great way to inspire them to get writing!</p>
<p><strong>36. Build a bug hotel.</strong></p>
<p>Check out this tutorial on how to build <a href="https://www.redtedart.com/simple-bug-hotel-for-kids/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">a simple bug hotel</a> in your garden. A bug hotel is a wonderful opportunity to explore the nature that is on your doorstep.</p>
<p><strong>37. Make a car wash with toy cars and soapy water.</strong></p>
<p>My daughter loves this simple creative play activity. All you need is a bucket of soapy water, a cloth and some toy cars.</p>
<p><strong>38. Make a paper plate mask.</strong></p>
<p>Paper plates are the perfect basis for making a mask &#8211; an animal, or a super hero character.</p>
<p><strong>39. Build a tower with stones.</strong></p>
<p>Stack up stones into a tower in the garden, or by the river, or anywhere! When we were little we used to like throwing stones to knock the tower down.</p>
<p><strong>40. Design a poster for a movie night.</strong></p>
<p>Get kids creative and excited about movie night, by designing a poster!</p>
<p>Remember to <a href="https://mcusercontent.com/0d9cca1843a425b789eac5e0d/files/c02b88bf-c83a-4146-a82a-960fc85e7842/40_Simple_Ideas_to_Inspire_Children_s_Creativity.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">grab the free printable</a>, with all these ideas in one place. Print, cut and place in a box or a jar ready for when inspiration is needed!</p>
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		<title>Simple Cardboard Box Activities and Crafts for Kids</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Cardboard boxes! One of the simplest art and craft materials around! Often overlooked, the humble cardboard box can be the beginnings of many an art project or play time adventure! I love that cardboard boxes are something that we all have lying around at one time or another, so are a simple resource to use...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Cardboard boxes! One of the simplest art and craft materials around! Often overlooked, the humble cardboard box can be the beginnings of many an art project or play time adventure!</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8029" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Cardboard-Box-Activities.jpg" alt="" width="800" height="500" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Cardboard-Box-Activities.jpg 800w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Cardboard-Box-Activities-300x188.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Cardboard-Box-Activities-768x480.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Cardboard-Box-Activities-150x94.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Cardboard-Box-Activities-600x375.jpg 600w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Cardboard-Box-Activities-720x450.jpg 720w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Cardboard-Box-Activities-360x225.jpg 360w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /></p>
<p>I love that cardboard boxes are something that we all have lying around at one time or another, so are a simple resource to use to encourage creativity in our children. Try saving cardboard boxes of all sizes in your home or school &#8211; put them in a bag or box to keep them organised. You&#8217;ll have instant, free and environmentally friendly materials for both craft and play!</p>
<p>Most children given a cardboard box will come up with any number of ideas on what to do with it. Give children a selection of cardboard boxes, felt pens, craft paper, scissors and glue &#8211; and see what they can create!</p>
<p>However, if you are faced with the dreaded &#8220;I&#8217;m bored..&#8221; or are just looking for some ways to get started &#8211; here are fifteen simple ideas for cardboard box activities and crafts for kids to make.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8044" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Cardboard-Box-Crafts-and-Activities-Square.jpg" alt="" width="1050" height="1050" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Cardboard-Box-Crafts-and-Activities-Square.jpg 1050w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Cardboard-Box-Crafts-and-Activities-Square-300x300.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Cardboard-Box-Crafts-and-Activities-Square-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Cardboard-Box-Crafts-and-Activities-Square-150x150.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Cardboard-Box-Crafts-and-Activities-Square-768x768.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Cardboard-Box-Crafts-and-Activities-Square-600x600.jpg 600w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Cardboard-Box-Crafts-and-Activities-Square-360x361.jpg 360w" sizes="(max-width: 1050px) 100vw, 1050px" /></p>
<p>I just LOVE that most of these ideas are open ended and children can take them in their own direction. PLUS many of them start out as an art or craft activity, but can then be used for imaginative play &#8211; hooray!</p>
<p><a href="https://www.redtedart.com/diy-cardboard-pirate-boat/">Make a DIY Pirate Ship</a></p>
<p>Ahoy there me hearties! Argggh! Sorry, got a bit carried away there&#8230; This pirate ship is the ultimate transformation of a cardboard box! Use this tutorial from the ever amazing Red Ted Art to occupy your kids and bring their pirate play to life!</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8032" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/cardboard-pirate-ship.jpg" alt="" width="800" height="533" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/cardboard-pirate-ship.jpg 800w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/cardboard-pirate-ship-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/cardboard-pirate-ship-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/cardboard-pirate-ship-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/cardboard-pirate-ship-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /></p>
<p><a href="https://besttoys4toddlers.com/take-along-finger-puppet-theater-tutorial/">Take Along Finger Puppet Theater Tutorial</a></p>
<p>This little puppet theater is a fun way to repurpose a cardboard box into a toy. You can make this with only a small cardboard box ready to entertain kids on a trip or outing. Useful as well as fun see?!</p>
<p><a href="https://www.kiddycharts.com/activities/cardboard-box-crafts-a-snorkel-with-a-view/">A Snorkel Mask with a View</a></p>
<p>Splish, splosh, splash! Oh I am partial to an ocean themed craft! This snorkel mask with sea creatures inside is such a fun way to reuse a cardboard box.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8034" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/bostik-bloggers-snorkel-mask.jpg" alt="" width="800" height="1067" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/bostik-bloggers-snorkel-mask.jpg 800w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/bostik-bloggers-snorkel-mask-225x300.jpg 225w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/bostik-bloggers-snorkel-mask-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/bostik-bloggers-snorkel-mask-150x200.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/bostik-bloggers-snorkel-mask-600x800.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /></p>
<p><a href="https://www.redtedart.com/make-knights-shield/">How to Make a Knight&#8217;s Shield and Sword</a></p>
<p>Whose children love to re-enact tales of old? Use left over cardboard to make a knight&#8217;s shield and sword &#8211; perfect for imaginative role play.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8036" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Knights-Costume-DIY-from-Cardboard.jpg" alt="" width="800" height="532" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Knights-Costume-DIY-from-Cardboard.jpg 800w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Knights-Costume-DIY-from-Cardboard-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Knights-Costume-DIY-from-Cardboard-768x511.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Knights-Costume-DIY-from-Cardboard-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Knights-Costume-DIY-from-Cardboard-600x399.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /></p>
<p><a href="https://theresjustonemommy.com/cardboard-box-robot-recycled-craft/">Cardboard Box Robots</a></p>
<p>Is it a man? Is it a box? No it&#8217;s a cardboard box robot! These cardboard box robots are the ultimate simple and inspiring cardboard box activity. Kids will love building and customising their robots in their own unique way.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8038" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/robots-2.jpg" alt="" width="452" height="600" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/robots-2.jpg 452w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/robots-2-226x300.jpg 226w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/robots-2-150x199.jpg 150w" sizes="(max-width: 452px) 100vw, 452px" /></p>
<p><a href="https://littlefishblog.com/make-a-dinosaur-habitat-box-with-things-you-have-at-home/">Make a Dinosaur Habitat Box</a></p>
<p>Roar!!! Any dino lovers in your family? I bet there are! This habitat box idea is a fun and open ended activity for any dino fan or for a dinosaur topic at school or home. You can use any size cardboard box for this. Plus use any bits and pieces from your art and craft supply, or around the home. Just add dinosaurs!!</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-7053" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Dinosaur-Habitat-Box.jpg" alt="Dinosaur Habitat Box" width="800" height="533" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Dinosaur-Habitat-Box.jpg 800w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Dinosaur-Habitat-Box-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Dinosaur-Habitat-Box-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Dinosaur-Habitat-Box-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Dinosaur-Habitat-Box-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /></p>
<p><a href="https://myboredtoddler.com/cardboard-shapes-easy-toddler-craft-activity/">Cardboard Shapes &#8211; Easy Toddler Craft Activity</a></p>
<p>Cardboard shapes! A fun way to learn and play with shapes for toddlers &#8211; all whilst using recycled card!</p>
<p><a href="https://theresjustonemommy.com/build-your-own-cardboard-castle-playhouse/">Build Your Own Cardboard Castle Playhouse</a></p>
<p>Woah! Such a cool playhouse! I think I&#8217;d want to live in this cardboard castle. I expect you and your kids would too! Looks simple to make and hours of imaginative play time. Now what can I buy that will come in a box big enough for this&#8230;?!</p>
<p><a href="https://www.mamasmiles.com/cardboard-space-shuttle/">DIY Cardboard Space Shuttle</a></p>
<p>Zoom! Off to space we go! Love this idea of making a DIY space shuttle. It reminds me of the book &#8216;Whatever Next&#8217; &#8211; if you haven&#8217;t read it with your kids you should!</p>
<p><a href="https://www.mamasmiles.com/awesome-homemade-gift-for-kids-cardboard-laptop/">Cardboard Laptop</a></p>
<p>Here&#8217;s one way to deal with any requests for &#8216;screen time&#8217; &#8211; he he! Seriously though, this is such as sweet idea for children who want to role play &#8216;working&#8217; on the laptop like mummy or daddy. Love this, genius idea!</p>
<p><a href="https://preschooltoolkit.com/blog/cardboard-box-small-world-play/">Small World Play with a Cardboard Box</a></p>
<p>What a cute and open ended cardboard box idea! My daughter currently loves small world play and she&#8217;d be all over this! Lots of room for creativity and children&#8217;s own ideas which of course I LOVE.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8035" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Pet-shop-or-kennel-small-world-play-for-preschoolers.jpg" alt="" width="600" height="600" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Pet-shop-or-kennel-small-world-play-for-preschoolers.jpg 600w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Pet-shop-or-kennel-small-world-play-for-preschoolers-300x300.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Pet-shop-or-kennel-small-world-play-for-preschoolers-150x150.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Pet-shop-or-kennel-small-world-play-for-preschoolers-360x361.jpg 360w" sizes="(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px" /></p>
<p><a href="https://www.danyabanya.com/robot-costume/">Kid Made Robot Costume</a></p>
<p>Take that cardboard robot just one step further and you have&#8230; a robot costume, ta da! Such a cool idea. Not just a craft, but doubles for role play, or you can use for a costume day!</p>
<p><a href="https://www.schooltimesnippets.com/2018/03/carrot-shape-matching-peter-rabbit.html">Peter Rabbit Shape Matching Activity</a></p>
<p>Any Peter Rabbit fans here? We&#8217;ve had the Peter Rabbit phases in our house! This is such a sweet matching activity for younger children, plus makes use of a cardboard box to make a &#8216;field of carrots&#8217;.</p>
<p><a href="https://artsycraftsymom.com/diy-cardboard-house/">DIY Cardboard House</a></p>
<p>If you&#8217;ve never made a cardboard house out of a massive cardboard box, then, well you have been deprived! A must for every child. Pounce on any enormous cardboard box you can get your hands on and you&#8217;ll have hours of craft and play time fun ahead! There&#8217;s an even <a href="https://preschooltoolkit.com/blog/cardboard-box-playhouse-kids-pretend-play/">simpler version of a cardboard box playhouse here</a>.</p>
<p>Do you have any other ideas for cardboard box crafts or activities?</p>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 08 Jan 2020 10:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>We love making homemade cards in our family. I especially love incorporating buttons, scraps of paper and all those bits and pieces we all have lying about! This colorful and fun fish card makes use of scraps of colored card, newspaper, foil, buttons and sequins &#8211; collaged together into a wonderful fish. I&#8217;ve used a...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We love making homemade cards in our family. I especially love incorporating buttons, scraps of paper and all those bits and pieces we all have lying about!</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-7968" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Finished-Recycled-Fish-Craft.jpg" alt="" width="800" height="533" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Finished-Recycled-Fish-Craft.jpg 800w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Finished-Recycled-Fish-Craft-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Finished-Recycled-Fish-Craft-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Finished-Recycled-Fish-Craft-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Finished-Recycled-Fish-Craft-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /></p>
<p>This colorful and fun fish card makes use of scraps of colored card, newspaper, foil, buttons and sequins &#8211; collaged together into a wonderful fish. I&#8217;ve used a round cutter to create the scales &#8211; a genius invention, because it avoids too much cutting!</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-7972" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Purple-Fish-with-Bubbles.jpg" alt="" width="800" height="533" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Purple-Fish-with-Bubbles.jpg 800w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Purple-Fish-with-Bubbles-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Purple-Fish-with-Bubbles-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Purple-Fish-with-Bubbles-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Purple-Fish-with-Bubbles-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /></p>
<p>This craft is perfect for kids of 3 and up, as everything can be stuck down with a glue stick. Older or more able children can cut out the fish and can make more complex designs if they wish.</p>
<p>To start with you&#8217;ll need to gather your supplies:</p>
<h3>You&#8217;ll need:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Colored card &#8211; choose any colors you think look good or that you happen to have. You&#8217;ll need a large piece for the actual card and can use up any smaller pieces to cut out the circles.</li>
<li>Newspaper</li>
<li>Aluminium foil</li>
<li>Buttons</li>
<li>Sequins</li>
<li>Circle cutter (or use scissors)</li>
<li>Scissors</li>
<li>Glue stick</li>
<li>Black pen</li>
</ul>
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<h3>To make your recycled fish card:</h3>
<p>Fold your piece of card in half.</p>
<p>Draw the shape of a fish onto the card, so that the top of the body and of the tail touches the top of the fold.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-7980" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Folded-Card.jpg" alt="" width="800" height="533" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Folded-Card.jpg 800w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Folded-Card-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Folded-Card-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Folded-Card-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Folded-Card-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /></p>
<p>Cut out the fish carefully, ensuring the parts that touch the fold remain attached.</p>
<p>Use the circle cutter to cut out circles of colored card, newspaper and foil, or you can use scraps of paper, tissue paper, or even thin fabric.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-7979" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Circles-of-Card.jpg" alt="" width="800" height="533" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Circles-of-Card.jpg 800w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Circles-of-Card-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Circles-of-Card-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Circles-of-Card-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Circles-of-Card-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /></p>
<p>Stick the circles of card, paper, foil, newspaper and anything else onto the fish. Overlap the circles to create the effect of scales. You can collage the whole of the fish, or just part of the fish. If you wish to collage the whole fish, then stick circles right over the edge of the fish &#8211; you can trim these off later.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-7983" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Sticking-Circles-on-Fish.jpg" alt="" width="800" height="533" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Sticking-Circles-on-Fish.jpg 800w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Sticking-Circles-on-Fish-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Sticking-Circles-on-Fish-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Sticking-Circles-on-Fish-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Sticking-Circles-on-Fish-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /></p>
<p>When you have finished sticking, trim the edges of the fish if necessary.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-7976" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Trim-Edges-off-Recycled-Fish.jpg" alt="" width="800" height="533" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Trim-Edges-off-Recycled-Fish.jpg 800w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Trim-Edges-off-Recycled-Fish-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Trim-Edges-off-Recycled-Fish-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Trim-Edges-off-Recycled-Fish-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Trim-Edges-off-Recycled-Fish-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /></p>
<p>Add sequins and buttons to add a bit of extra shimmer!</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-7974" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Sticking-Circles-on-Recycled-Fish.jpg" alt="" width="800" height="533" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Sticking-Circles-on-Recycled-Fish.jpg 800w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Sticking-Circles-on-Recycled-Fish-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Sticking-Circles-on-Recycled-Fish-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Sticking-Circles-on-Recycled-Fish-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Sticking-Circles-on-Recycled-Fish-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /></p>
<p>Finish by cutting and sticking a white circle for an eye. Use a black pen to draw the pupil of the eye and to add a mouth.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-7972" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Purple-Fish-with-Bubbles.jpg" alt="" width="800" height="533" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Purple-Fish-with-Bubbles.jpg 800w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Purple-Fish-with-Bubbles-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Purple-Fish-with-Bubbles-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Purple-Fish-with-Bubbles-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Purple-Fish-with-Bubbles-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /></p>
<p>Your little fishy is all ready to write inside and send to a friend!</p>
<p>These little fish card crafts make perfect birthday, Mother&#8217;s Day or Valentine cards. They would also look wonderful in a picture frame as a keepsake to put on the wall!</p>
<p>What occasion would you make a recycled fish card for?</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-7986" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Standing-Card.jpg" alt="" width="800" height="533" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Standing-Card.jpg 800w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Standing-Card-300x200.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Standing-Card-768x512.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Standing-Card-150x100.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Standing-Card-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /></p>
<p>Remember to pin this craft idea for another day!</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-7984" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Square-Image.jpg" alt="" width="1050" height="1050" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Square-Image.jpg 1050w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Square-Image-300x300.jpg 300w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Square-Image-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Square-Image-150x150.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Square-Image-768x768.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Square-Image-600x600.jpg 600w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Square-Image-360x361.jpg 360w" sizes="(max-width: 1050px) 100vw, 1050px" /></p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-7991" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Recycled-Fish-Craft-Pin.jpg" alt="" width="800" height="1200" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Recycled-Fish-Craft-Pin.jpg 800w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Recycled-Fish-Craft-Pin-200x300.jpg 200w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Recycled-Fish-Craft-Pin-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Recycled-Fish-Craft-Pin-768x1152.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Recycled-Fish-Craft-Pin-150x225.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Recycled-Fish-Craft-Pin-600x900.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /></p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-7995" src="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Recycled-Fish-Card-Pin-2.jpg" alt="" width="800" height="1200" srcset="https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Recycled-Fish-Card-Pin-2.jpg 800w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Recycled-Fish-Card-Pin-2-200x300.jpg 200w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Recycled-Fish-Card-Pin-2-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Recycled-Fish-Card-Pin-2-768x1152.jpg 768w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Recycled-Fish-Card-Pin-2-150x225.jpg 150w, https://littlefishblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Recycled-Fish-Card-Pin-2-600x900.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /></p>
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