DIY felt Christmas baubles for the kids to make
I’m feeling a little bit proud. I just taught 27 Year 3 students how to do a running stitch so that they could DIY felt Christmas baubles for home. I …
Christmas
Raspberry rum balls are a new Christmas classic
Nothing says ‘Christmas’ to me more than rum balls. My mum faithfully makes them every year for the (extra) silly season. Never at any other time of year. I’ve riffed …
25 easy Elf on the Shelf ideas for mums who are over the elf
A couple of years ago, you caved in and got The Elf. The kids loved it, you kinda loved it, that cheeky, funny, lovable elf brought the Christmas joy in …
The gift giving formula: What kids really need for Christmas
Ah, Christmas. Christmas, Christmas, Christmas. I love you, I loathe you. Love the community, the festivities, the merriment and kindness. Loathe the STUFF. All that grabbiness from the kids, even …
Kindness advent calendar for older kids
Deck the halls! Or at least the living room! Christmas officially kicks off on 1 December with the advent calendar. This year, instead of the usual advent chocolate box, I’m …
Make a natural Christmas wreath for your front door
This natural Christmas wreath tutorial comes to you from my friend Louise Trevitt. Lou is a gifted artist and stylist who over many years of friendship has taught me to …