DIY Activities & Play
Unleash creativity with our DIY activities and play ideas. Explore fun, engaging projects and games for kids that are easy to make at home. Discover crafts, educational play, and creative ways to entertain and bond with your little ones.
Treasure your tot’s artwork with Jimmy Halfpenny
A familiar household scene: your kiddo bursts through the door, shining with pride and presents you with their latest abstract masterpiece. The next day, repeat. The […]
21 clever ways to get creative with cardboard
Keeping the kids entertained at home without spending a penny or reaching for the remote is no small feat. But, getting a little creative with our […]
13 water games to keep kids cool on hot days
It’s summer and your kids have tasked themselves with reminding you it’s hot about once every five seconds – there’s nothing left to do except […]
9 DIY wands for magical play
Imaginary play does wonders for mini-minds and a good game of dress-ups is always a winner. Whether it be fun at home or passing the time at […]
The wig that’s bringing Cabbage Patch Kids back
Hold onto your knitting needles kids and get ready for a big ball of cuteness! Inspired by the 1980’s phenomenon The Cabbage Patch Kids, Amanda […]
11 Bananalicious Minion craft ideas
Can we hear a bannannaa? If everyone has gone Minion mad in your house, we’ve got your back. From toilet rolls to homemade slime we’ve found a […]
10 games you can play with a bed sheet
The humble bed sheet can provide hours of fun for the whole family. Bring out those florals, flannels and plain whites to have some rocking […]
Plate it up: 15 craft projects to make with paper plates
Do you have a bunch of paper plates left over from the last BBQ? Did you realise you are sitting on a crafting gold mine? […]
Take off! 7 paper aeroplane designs for flying fun
Did you get the memo? 26 May is National Paper Aeroplane Day – a day totally dedicated to celebrating the awesomeness that is paper aeroplanes. […]
13 ridiculously easy Autumn crafts
There’s a crispness in the morning air and the leaves are starting to fall – there’s no denying that Autumn is well and truly here. […]
14 cool things to make with recycled milk cartons
If your kids guzzle milk and fruit juice like there’s no tomorrow then it’s time to get creative with your cartons! To show that recycling […]
14 ways to upcycle old toys back to life
Do you get a warm, eco-friendly glow when you remember to take your own shopping bags to the supermarket? Does dropping off outgrown and pre-loved […]
Craft: How to rock paint like a pro
Summer time is about getting the kids outside and enjoying nature in all its glory. It seems silly to depend on gadgets and gizmos for […]
11 fresh kids’ gardening crafts
With spring in the air and summer in sight, it’s time to get savvy with craft ideas for the kids. We’ve rounded up some seriously […]
15 impressive DIY toy makeovers
With toys now cheaper than ever, it’s tempting to send old, battered and worn-out toys to the tip. But many parents don’t want to add […]