Crafting Connection: How Crafting With Your Little One Can Strengthen Your Bond

In a world of digital overload against a backdrop of messages to spend less time on screens, what gives? Finding a balance between the two is like starting a marathon with zero training. When so much information, entertainment and even speaking to loved ones is done via technology, finding ways to switch off and provide our children with screen-free activities is tough. We found ourselves in this boat in the heart of lockdown. Stuck at home with two little ones, there is only so many banana breads one can make. This inspired our mess-free, award-winning craft-kits. Beyond entertaining the kids for enough time to have a cuppa in peace, doing the crafts together has been an unexpected joy. Crafting together is a chance to connect, create and strengthen your bond with little ones. 

Whether you are the fun Aunt, cool Gran or frazzled parent these are some of the simple, wonderful ways crafting can strengthen the bond with your Mini Maker. 

Care-Free Chit-Chat

Is there anything better than every day chit-chat with your little one? Whether you are sticking together a space ship or painting a ladybird, crafting is an invitation to talk and listen to each other. Without the distractions of work, to-do lists or replying to messages you can be present and get lost in care-free conversations. Getting your full attention is the ultimate gift you can give. It is amazing (and often hilarious) some of the things they come out with while lost in the magic of crafting. 

Learning Together Through Play

A big element of our craft kits is learning through play. Sticking, cutting and gluing develops vital skills for their curriculum and life. Experiencing this together makes it even more special. Being there to witness big learning moments from exploring the world of bugs to mastering the art of organisation are memories to treasure. And who knows, you may learn a new skill or two yourself in the process. 

Explore How They Are Feeling

Crafting with your little one is a great opportunity to explore how they are feeling. While they are having fun and getting creative, they are more likely to open up and answer any questions. From how they feel about school, what they enjoy most to how they like to learn. Exploring little minds is best done in a care-free relaxed environment without distractions like screens and technology. 

Being A Kid Again

Grown-upping is hard work, right? The joy of crafting with your little one is it is a chance to take off the hat. Escape back to the wonderful world of being a kid. Making animals, exploring textures and getting lost in creativity strengthens connection through understanding how they see the world. No matter how much washing up there is to do, emails waiting for replies or shopping lists to take care of - sometimes the most important thing in the world is having fun.

Making Memories

Time together is truly priceless. Every My Mini Maker Activity Kit provides a chance to make magic memories to cherish forever. Building, creating and exploring new worlds from the comfort of the living room table is what it’s all about. Being able to witness key learning moments and having fun is one of the biggest joys our craft-kits offer grown ups. Where could a My Mini Maker Kit take you next? Subscribe now to find out. You get to enjoy crafty savings and the magic of time together to develop connections and learn through play every month. 

Crafty Take Aways

Finding easy (weather proof) ways to spend screen-free activities with your little one can be a challenge. Crafting provides the perfect opportunity to do just that. Choosing an activity that you can do together allows a real chance to get lost in chit-chat, creativity and make memories to cherish forever. The best bit? My Mini Maker Kits deliver everything you need in one box straight to your door. Whether you go for a monthly subscription or one off kit, you can tap into hours of fun, play and connection from the comfort of home. Ready to give it a go? Explore our plans. 

Happy Crafting!

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Explore The Journey From Order To Wonder

The Big Day

The postman’s been… And their craft kit is waiting. Clear the kitchen table, it’s time for your Mini Maker to learn, play and explore a whole new world. 

As for you? Put the kettle on, and enjoy some grown up - fun while they get creative. 

Press Play: Screen-Free Wonder Begins

Inside your craft kit will be a set of activities for Mini Makers to get stuck into. From putting together animals, experiencing sensory play to exploring colours. What will they create? Enjoy that cuppa and watch them get lost in imagination. 

Discover What They Made

It’s time to discover what they’ve made. A rare chance to peek inside those little heads and find out what they learned. Watch out for your ‘snuggle & cuppa time’ questions to get them thinking, enjoying a moment of calm connection and reflection. 

Operation: “How Quickly Can We Clean- Up?”

After all the fun, our craft kits can be cleared up in less than two minutes. Why not get your Mini Maker involved with a special promise - “you can do it all again next month if you help” 

Our craft kits can be delivered every month for more memories, learning and screen-free fun. 

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