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Fun Outdoor Activities for Kids
Posted on Wednesday 1st of May 2013Well the swallows are out and the sun is shining - Spring has finally arrived! We can't believe it's May already, I swear Christmas was only a few weeks ago?! Sorry we've been quiet on here the past month, we've had so much new stock arriving for our online store and shops in Wadebridge and Fowey, it's keeping us busy as always! Seeing as the weather is now much warmer and May Day AND Spring Bank Holiday are on their way, I thought I'd share some fun activity ideas that will get you and your...Read More
A Magical Easter Egg Hunt
Posted on Wednesday 27th of March 2013Easter weekend is almost upon on us, and I've spent more hours than I should browsing through crafty ideas to keep little ones busy. Anything that gets everyone outdoors and having fun scores high in my book, and even as an adult Easter Egg Hunts are a favourite of mine. They were always full of fun, magic and excitement, and if you're planning one this weekend, I've found a few ideas to make this years Easter Egg Hunt particularly special. I came across the idea of a rainbow trail from...Read More
Our Favourite Children's Book
Posted on Wednesday 20th of March 2013Good children's stories stay with us far past childhood. We remember them well into our twenties, forties and hopefully, into our twilight years. The best children's stories are those that connect with us as children, and continue resonating with us throughout our lives. Below are some of our favourite children's stories which have stood the test of time.
Where The Wild Things AreFirst published in 1963, Where the Wild Things...Read More
Make Your Own Playdough
Posted on Tuesday 5th of March 2013We all know how messy kids love to get. Whether its mud, paint or water, there's few things they love more than getting it everywhere. It's good and healthy for your little one to love exploring the world they're in, but it's not good and healthy for you to constantly worry about what they're putting in their mouth and all over themselves. Now, playdough is one of those things that is extremely fun and creative, as well as educational and stimulating for your...Read More
Painting for Children with Birdkids
Posted on Wednesday 13th of February 2013With the advent of laptops and iPads, and children's games getting more and more technological, it can be easy to forget about the more simple ways of learning and having fun with your kids (not to mention cheaper!). Painting is one of those activities that's fun for all parties involved – parents included! The beauty with painting is the versatility and range of activities that you can do with just a tub of paint and some paper. Below are two of my favourites ways to get kids...Read More
Get Creative with Birdkids!
Posted on Wednesday 30th of January 20132013 is turning out to be a pretty wet year so far, and if it isn't raining, it's probably snowing! Keeping kids occupied in the snow is easy enough, but when they're stuck inside all weekend because it's raining sideways, then I'm sure all parents could do with a little help and inspiration. Rainy days get a bad reputation, but they are fantastic opportunities for your little ones to get creative and for you to get your hands stuck in too. We have a whole range of arts and crafts ideas for...Read More
