Rainbow Tea Party Ideas
This is a fun and colourful activity to undertake with your kids that they will absolutely love. Setting up a rainbow tea party can get everyone involved from setting the table/picnic rug, making the...
View ArticleTuna & Fettuccine Bake
We love tuna pasta and this is a great way to have it – in a bake covered with cheese! It is easy to prepare and perfect for that busy week day as you can make it earlier in the day and it will be in...
View ArticleDIY Watercolour Paints
Homemade watercolour paints I couldn’t resist the urge to make my own watercolour paints as a small tray doesn’t last long in our house with 3 kids. It is an interesting experiment and one that I...
View ArticlePlaydough Nature Landscapes
Nature landscapes with playdough I love anything to do with nature and especially craft activities that get the kids out there amongst it. In this activity we created nature landscapes using playdough...
View ArticleFun Coloured Appliances
Sponsored by Spotlight and Nuffnang Spotlight has launched the IMK Colour range of appliances including kettles, toasters, blenders and stick mixers. I have been using some of these appliances...
View ArticleStretchy Slime
This is the most fun we have had with a sensory play activity in ages and is perfect with Halloween just around the corner. I must admit it has the been frustrating for me as I tried so many...
View ArticleCheesy Meatballs
This is a HUGE meal that is perfect for a large family, leftovers or for freezing. You can make it with any mince your family prefer but I like it with pork mince since we don’t eat a lot of pork in...
View ArticleGingerbread People
Who doesn’t love gingerbread? These delicious cookies are easy to make and keep for a long time. You can even freeze them (prior to decorating) to always have them on hand and actually, they are even...
View ArticleFingerprint Christmas Cards
Fingerprint Christmas Cards It’s time to start thinking about Christmas and what a fantastic way to get started is with some handmade Christmas cards for your family and friends. Use the little people...
View ArticlePassionfruit Cheesecake Slice
Cheesecake is one of my favourite desserts but I only make it for special occasions. This is because it is too dangerous for a whole cheesecake to be sitting in our fridge at home. My husband doesn’t...
View ArticleMelted Snowman Biscuits
MELTED SNOWMAN BISCUITS It is that time of year and soon we will be bombarded with end of year parties, kindergarten get-togethers, endless parties and family gatherings. Are you always stuck with –...
View ArticleIce Cream Playdough – It looks real!
This activity was so much more fun than I even expected, and it kept the kids entertained for over an hour. The dough is very easy to make and surprising realistic. It scoops exactly like real ice...
View ArticlePaddle Pop Christmas Decorations
Homemade Christmas Decorations – with paddle pop sticks Each year I crack out the same Christmas decorations – the same as everyone else has on their tree. Sometimes I might splurge on different...
View ArticleSalt Dough Christmas Decorations
Salt Dough Christmas Decorations The shops are full of Christmas decorations from about October each year but they are often generic – round shiny balls in different colours. As beautiful and cheap as...
View ArticleJurassic World Play Scene
Jurassic World – at home Since the release of the Jurassic World movie back in June, I have been under constant fire from my boys asking for Jurassic World toys. I just can’t justify paying $200 for...
View ArticleAlmond Bread Recipe
Almond Bread Almond bread is a fantastic Christmas treat to make for your family and friends. It is easier than you think to make, has minimal ingredients and is so addictive that you could devour it...
View ArticleHot Cobb Loaf
If you are looking for a delicious dip to entertain guests with on New Year’s Eve – then look no further. This cobb loaf is easy to prepare and can partially be made ahead of time which is a bonus if...
View ArticleBeef & Vegetable Pasties
Happy New Year everyone! Amanda from Simple Home Cook here to give you some easy recipes to start off your 2016. My first recipe for Be A Fun Mum this year is ‘Beef and Vegetable Pasties’. Not as easy...
View ArticleSesame Bars
Hi everyone! Simple Home Cook here to give you a lovely recipe that is perfect for that after school snack. These sesame bars are simple to make, use minimal ingredients and are much cheaper than store...
View ArticleDyson V6 Absolute Cordless Vacuum Review
Dyson V6 Absolute Review I must confess that I am a terrible cleaner. I despise cleaning and wish I was better at it. I tidy up a lot (I have 3 kids so this is a necessity) but vacuuming and dusting...
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