There are a few things Sebastian loves at the moment - crafting, under the sea and pirates (or more importantly, Jake and the Neverland Pirates). When planning crafts with Sebastian (and I use that term very loosely - have you tried planning crafts with a pre schooler?), I like to make sure that they are simple, easy and fun, plus relatable to what he is favouring at the moment. This paper treasure chest became the perfect afternoon craft. It combines a certain little dude’s love of Jake … [Read more...]
Under the Sea ~ Paper Plate Crafts
Winter is here and the school holidays are upon us once again. I have to admit, I actually quite like the school holidays (even though Sebastian isn't at school yet) because it’s a break from our usual activities. It’s a time for cruisier mornings and slower days. We tend to take each day as it comes; however, that being said, I like to have a bit of a plan up my sleeve of activities we can do. In particular, inside activities and those which can hold the attention of an active nearly three year … [Read more...]
Play Idea ~ Summer Snow
"Today, the lovely Charlene from Teacher by trade, Mother by nature is joining the Always Made With Love family and sharing a super fun messy play idea with you all. This one is perfect for all the hot, sunny Summer days we having been having here in the Southern hemisphere and one to file away for warmer days (for those of you in the North). I love the simplicity of it, which has meant I have already been able to do this with Sebastian - he had a ball!" Hello Always Made With … [Read more...]