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My Top 10 Elf on the Shelf Ideas
So, I have to admit, until a few years ago, I literally had no idea who the Elf on the Shelf was or what he did! So I certainly didn’t know there was a need for Elf on the Shelf ideas. But then my sister called me and said, the kids have found out about the Elf on the Shelf at school, and now I’ve got to get one. So she got one but just moved him around a few times, and to be fair, the kids seemed pretty happy with that as they were only little. But they’re a little older now, so she really needs to up the…
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Santa Hat Napkins
Here are my top tips for perfecting this cute Santa Hat napkin fold! It's simple but so effective and a lovely activity to try with the kids. You'll be sure to impress your guests on Christmas Day.
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Halloween is creeping up on us!
So it’s high time I shared my recommendations for Halloween fun! Countdown! If you’re anything like me, I find the build-up to an occasion as much fun as the actual day, so enjoy the build-up to Halloween by counting down to it! Mark the days off the calendar, and in reverse to the well-known Christmas advent calendar, give the little ones some sweets to add to their Halloween sweetie pot each day, so they build up a stash to enjoy on the big day! Dracula fangs, eyeballs, and mini chocolate pumpkins are just a few recommendations to keep things spooky! Download my Countdown to Halloween calendar here, and we can…
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Creating a traditional kids party in the 21st century
Growing up in the ’80s has shaped my life. Yes, I still love to listen to cheesy 80s music, and sadly my fashion sense hasn’t changed much since then either, much to my husband’s dismay! But for all the things to cringe about from the 80s, there’s one thing parents knew how to do back then. And that was how to kids party! From parties at home with plastic sheeting on the carpet to protect it. To parties at the local community centre. And if you really hit the jackpot, a party at McDonald’s with Ronald making an appearance. Ahhh simpler times. They’re what I like to call the traditional…
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Do you remember your first birthday?
I’m pretty sure I know the answer because I don’t remember mine! But I love looking back at the photos my folks took of what looked like a fun family occasion. It’s a celebration of your little ones first year and the change it’s brought to you all. It’s a chance for family and friends to get together and celebrate that amazing change together. And it’s an opportunity to create memories for your little one to look back on in years to come. My mum made the most amazing pram-shaped cake for my 1st birthday, and I know this because I’ve seen many photos of it. And 1st birthdays are…
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Peter Rabbit – Easter and Birthday Celebrations
Whether you’re holding an Easter celebration or a kids party, here are my top tips for celebrating with Peter Rabbit in style!
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Lockdown Birthday Parties!
As lockdowns continue, more and more children’s birthday celebrations are taking place at home in a much simpler way. In fact they are very much like the parties I had as a child and I, for one, think that’s a good thing! Trends come and go but some things are just too good to ever go out of fashion; pass the parcel, musical statues, cheese and pineapple hedgehogs, and jelly and ice cream to name but a few! If you’re unsure where to start or just want to be sure you have all bases covered, check out my top lockdown birthday party tips! Party Theme and DecorationsA birthday tea at…
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Is the thought of party bags stressing you out?
Don’t worry, you’re not alone. Because planning a party for your little one is a stressful thing. There’s a list of jobs as long as your arm and organising the party bags is pretty much a full-time project in itself! But don’t panic. Help is at hand!
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Christmas table fun for everyone!
Christmas with my family always revolves around the table. For one thing, Christmas for us is a non-stop eating and drinking marathon! But it’s also where we get to spend quality time together chatting, and most importantly having fun! It’s fair to say, the little ones tire of the table pretty quickly though, unless there’s something really cool to keep them entertained! Due to Covid, my parents and I can’t visit my sister and her young family this year, so my sister and her husband are spending their first year alone with the little ones. It’ll be special for them to be together as a family unit, but it does mean…
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Make Christmas special this year!
There’s not been much time for elfing around here recently as my little elves have been super busy getting ready for the festive season! We all know Christmas may look a little different this year but it’s such an exciting time for children. We need to make it special for the little ones, whatever’s going on in the world. With that in mind, I’ve put together some bright, colourful, and fun Christmas party boxes for little kids, and big kids, to enjoy. Whether it’s for the big day itself, a pre-Christmas party at home or to brighten up a rainy afternoon in December, my boxes will get the party started!…
