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3 Ways to Creatively Use Photo Prints at Your Child’s 1st Birthday Party

September 23, 2021 by In The Playroom

First birthday parties are special occasions that you want to make sure will go off without a hitch. While your child may not remember a great deal about their first birthday, you, your friends, and family members will remember it fondly.

Many parents make the mistake of thinking that to make their child’s first birthday party one to remember, they need to spend lots of money. But by adding some personal touches, such as your own photo prints, you can make their first birthday the most memorable and create memories that will last for years to come. So here are our 3 top tips on how you can get creative and use photo prints to make your child’s first birthday party one to remember!

3 Ingredient Garlic Dough Balls: Quick & Easy Snack Recipe

September 23, 2021 by In The Playroom

If you’re looking for something quick and easy to make for your kids after school, these dough balls are perfect. You can whip them up in just a few minutes with only 3 ingredients.

It’s easy enough for kids to make if they would like to help, or you can quickly throw it together in time for the school run. You will need just 5 minutes to make the dough and they will oven bake in 15 minutes tops.

Easy three ingredient garlic dough balls recipe, to make dough balls without yeast

We made our Garlic dough balls using just flour, yoghurt and Cannamela powdered garlic.

11 Simple Additions to Enhance Your Bathroom Space

September 23, 2021 by In The Playroom

The bathroom is one of the most important rooms in the home. So if you’re looking to improve your space and make more of it, it’s important to consider the small changes that you can make that’ll help to create a more functional and aesthetically pleasing space.

But which simple additions are likely to have the biggest impact on your space? That’s something that we’re going to talk about today. There are so many different ways in which you can approach the task, but you’ll find at least a few ideas below that work for you in your home. So read on now and find out more about how you can enhance your bathroom with these 11 simple and easy bathroom improvements.

How to Make a Puppet with Kids: 6 Easy Ways to Make Puppet Crafts with Things from Around the House

September 21, 2021 by In The Playroom

Children have a natural ability to create and explore their imagination. This is why puppets are an excellent tool for children to play with. With these easy steps you can make puppets with kids in no time. Children will be able to use their creativity while exploring the world around them, and soon they will be off telling their own stories using their new sock puppet or shadow theatre.

Puppets are always a great way to make learning come alive. They can be used in the classroom, during birthday parties, or just for fun. You don’t need much to create your own puppets, either. Here are some easy ways to make them with your kids at home.

Puppet crafts for kids. Six fun and easy ways to make puppets

If you’re looking for new ways to spend time with your child, this blog post will show you how to get involved in some puppet play together! Before you know it, you will have made your very own easy diy puppet theatre ready for a puppet show performance.

How to Make Puppets with Kids: 6 Easy Ways

We will show you six fun puppetry ideas and easy crafts from recycled materials using basic supplies from around the house, so gather up your craft supplies and let’s get started!

My Little Pony A New Generation Movie Review

September 23, 2021September 21, 2021 by In The Playroom

My Little Pony A New Generation is out on Netflix on September 24th, but we were lucky enough to attend the UK premiere and watch the movie a little early so that we can share our review with you.

Once upon a time, ponies, pegasi and unicorns all lived in harmony, but those days are no more. When a happy-go-lucky unicorn wanders into Maretown, Earth Pony “Sunny” and her new friends set out on an adventure to restore magic and friendship to all of Equestria!

In this new My Little Pony movie, join a new generation of ponies as they set out on an adventure to prove that friendship is for every pony, and our sparkle is brightest when we shine together!

Crystalina Fairy Dolls Review

September 20, 2021 by In The Playroom

Crystalina fairy dolls are a new brand of light-up fairy dolls that are themed around the powers and magic of Crystals.

We were sent the Turquoise (Healing) and Amethyst (Wisdom) dolls and N (age 4) was so excited to play with them. You can also collect the Crystalina dolls Rose Quartz (Love) and Aventurine (Luck)

I was instantly attracted to the concept too, as I have been learning more about the meanings of crystals in spirituality. These dolls are a great concept that can be shared together for mother and daughter play and bonding.

The Crystalina Fairy Dolls combine the empowering energy of crystals with LED lights, bringing bring together the fun of role play with collectable dolls

What to expect when travelling first class on a train

September 20, 2021 by In The Playroom

It’s easy to get disillusioned with rail travel, especially if you’re a commuter who needs to head to and from a busy place at rush hour. Your experience of travelling by train might consist of trying to keep yourself balanced while standing inches from other passengers, or maybe even sharing a ride with other people’s luggage! But it doesn’t have to be this way. You know that just a few carriages in front of yours is a world of peace, space and comfort. It seems like bliss when you have your head in a fellow-commuter’s armpit, but what do you actually get for the extra money when you travel first class?

Peace and quiet

If you’ve ever wandered into a first-class carriage by accident, you’ll have noticed how peaceful it is. It’s one of the key reasons people choose to travel first class. And if this is what you’re looking for, you’ll find you’re surrounded by like-minded folk. People in these carriages generally want to sleep, admire the view or work. Therefore, the only distraction you might have is from being given your courtesy coffee.

Felt Hedgehog Sewing Craft for Kids

September 16, 2021 by In The Playroom

Hedgehogs are one of the cutest little woodland animals, and with their distinctive shape they make an ideal creature for children’s crafts.

My daughter loves these small, cute and cuddly animals so we decided to make this simple hedgehog craft together. With the sewing element, this craft is also a really good way to work on fine motor skills and give little hands and fingers a bit of a challenge.

Hedgehog craft for kids felt sewing with free printable template to use

Disney Book of Maps: A Guide To The Magical Worlds of Disney & Pixar

September 16, 2021 by In The Playroom

Maps are an incredible way to explore the world. When you look at a map, it’s like you’re travelling for miles and miles without ever leaving your living room or bedroom.

There is something so magical about exploring lands via detailed maps, and when combined with the magic of Disney & Pixar, this is an amazing combination.

Disney book of maps a guide to the magical worlds of Disney and Pixar

We were sent the Disney Book of Maps from Lost Universe, the UK-based retailer that’s all about supplying super-fans with the coolest pop culture merch around. They have a wide range of products from brands including Disney, Star-Wars, Harry Potter, Pokemon and more.

How to Be Your Best Self for Your Child

September 16, 2021 by In The Playroom

Becoming a mom puts you under a lot of pressure and stress. Just because you love being a mom doesn’t mean that it is going to be a walk in the park. There are going to be bad days, good days, and all sorts of different colors in between. There are going to be times when you think you may never catch your breath, and there are going to be days that seem like nothing is going on at all. Because there are so many ups and downs to parenting, it helps to constantly place yourself in the center of the wheel. That’s the best way to put it. Imagine life is a wheel. No matter how many bumps the wheel hits in the road, if you are in the center you will remain unaffected. Although it’s not going to be easy, here are some ways you can remain centered and consistently bring your best self to your child everyday.