This is a colourful, fun activity to spark joy for children of all ages. There’s something about the colours, textures and embellishment process that really captures children’s hearts and minds. This weaving concept is derived from The Huichol, indigenous...
Technically – not a lot. If you’re learning about Japan – plenty. It’s a natural segue from bead making (apparently) to cultural sculptures inspired by Japan. The original idea for the class was to show the children how they could design their...
Inspired by a book of close-up flower images, we kicked off the first after-school craft programme for Glenmore Road Public School with a paper wild flower project. Children just love making things. I had barely finished demonstrating the projects and they were...
Hi my name is Betty and I’m addicted to bunting. Well there must be bunting addicts because you can’t turn sideways without noticing that nearly every shop is selling bunting right now. Everywhere you look all sorts of gorgeous bunting is on display...
Children’s ability to make quick decisions – when it comes to creative projects at least – really astounds me. They know instinctively what they want and they don’t question themselves. In the school holidays I was teaching 9-14 year old girls...
