Things to do
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Cardboard box village
Create this pretty little village out of just a few cardboard boxes and some wrapping paper. Let us show you how, here.
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How to make a paper aeroplane
This classic craft is sure to keep the little ones busy for a while.
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How to make a paper hat
Learn how to make this childhood staple in three easy steps
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Christmas tree pinecones
Get stuck into this Christmas pincone craft and transform nature into glittering Christmas trees with this simple guide.
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Snowmen tin can bowling pins
These adorable snowmen are a game too, and take just a few household items to make.
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Cardboard reindeer head
Transform your house into a hunting lodge using little more than a cardboard box...
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Make your own Christmas paper chains
This classic Christmas craft never goes out of style. Paper chains are oh-so-simple to make and are a great way to get the little ones involved in some homemade festive fun.
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How to make a toilet roll Santa
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Homemade gift tags
Add a purse-friendly personal touch to your gift-wrapping this year with these easy homemade gift tags.
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Homemade Christmas cards
Can you believe this homemade Christmas card design takes just 10 minutes?
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Cardboard snowflake wreath
Turn paper towel and toilet roll tubes into a pretty hanging cardboard snowflake wreath with this easy Christmas craft.
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Homemade Christmas bunting
Add some easy festive cheer to your windows and doorframes with this delightful Christmas bunting decoration
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27 of the most amazing wrapping ideas that you can actually do yourself
We've scoured the web to bring you the brightest and most beautiful ways to present your presents - they're all quick, cheap and easy too!
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How to make personalised tealight holders
These gorgeous little tealight holders are easy to put together with a little know-how. Lucky for you we're going to share our secrets...
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How to make a paper boat
It's time to set sail for a classic crafting adventure with this easy-to-do paper boat… all aboard!
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How to make a paper rose
Whip these paper roses up in mere minutes with your mini crafters. We've even got ways to turn these pretty flowers into a whole bouquet of paper prettiness.
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Hand painted Christmas art
Help your little ones print a pretty hand painted Christmas wreath picture - the perfect gift for a grandparent!
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Homemade wizard wands
Cast a spell this Halloween with this magically easy craft. Any little witch or wizard won't be complete without his or her own personalised spell creator. Read on to find out how to make this wizard's wand from your own back garden!
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Halloween witch's potions
Double, double toil and trouble; fire burn and cauldron bubble! Your little witches and wizards will love making these colourful, magical potions in time for Halloween night.
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Homemade trick or treat bags
Your kids can stand out from the crowd with these homemade trick or treating bags. Follow our method for customising a plain cotton bag into the perfect accessory for Halloween night
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Halloween scary steps
Get ready for Halloween night with these super spooky monster feet. Use our template to create a pair of scary footsteps that your kids can wear on their feet.
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Halloween light shades
Follow our simple guide to making these fantastic fright lights out of white paper light shades. With three different spooky designs, this craft will brighten up your house whilst adding a fright factor for Halloween night
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Halloween glove goodie bags
Add a ghastly twist to trick or treating goodie bags by encasing the sweets and treats in surgical gloves
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How to personalise your pillowcase
This personalised craft is so easy to do any 5-7 year olds in your life can get involved, all you need is a plain pillowcase.
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How to make your own key rack
Keep your family organised with a handmade tidy key rack
