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MasterClass – The Gift That Keeps on Giving

I love learning new things, and being able to learn from the best in the world is a great opportunity.

How about being able to pay a subscription and do any course from the best and most famous experts in their field and all from the comfort of your own home… in fact, you can learn with MasterClass anywhere, on a train, in a plane, on a bus or in your bedroom.

It is up to you where you login to start your MasterClass journey. The one thing that I love is that it is up to you and you can be in comfort while you are learning from the world’s best.

MasterClass is a subscription-based streaming service that offers online classes taught by renowned experts in various fields, including cooking, writing, music, business, and more. Each class is created and taught by a master in their respective field, such as Gordon Ramsay, Serena Williams, Neil Gaiman, and Martin Scorsese.

3 Reasons Why MasterClass Makes A Great Gift Idea

  • First, it provides access to high-quality instruction from the world’s most successful and influential people.
  • Second, it allows people to learn new skills and expand their knowledge from the comfort of their own home.
  • Third, it’s a gift that keeps on giving, as subscribers can access all classes for a full year and learn at their own pace.

The classes are unique and offer a mix of practical instruction and inspirational guidance. They not only teach the technical aspects of a craft but also provide insights into the creative process and the mindset of successful individuals. I for one love to learn how

Classes are well-organised, with lesson plans and course materials that are easy to follow. Additionally, the platform offers the ability to interact with other students and to ask questions of the instructors.

I believe that it’s an investment in personal and professional growth that allows you to learn and to invest in yourself.

Learning is fun with MasterClass. First, the classes are designed to be engaging and entertaining, featuring high-quality video production and a mix of practical instruction and inspirational guidance. This helps keep learners interested and motivated throughout the course.

Second, the instructors themselves are often famous and accomplished individuals in their field, making their classes both educational and entertaining. For example, a cooking class taught by Gordon Ramsay will not only teach you how to make delicious meals but also provide insights into the world of professional cooking.

Third, MasterClass provides learners with the ability to learn at their own pace and on their own schedule. This flexibility allows learners to enjoy the learning experience without the pressure of deadlines or the need to attend classes at specific times.

My favourite classes so far have been

  • Margaret Atwood Teaches Creative Writing – I loved hearing about Margaret’s background, how she started writing and learning about the Handmaid’s Tail. The course was a highlight as Margret’s dark sense of humour kept me watching and wanting to learn more.
  • Steve Martin Teaches Comedy – I love Steve Martin and am a HUGE fan of all his work. I think he is super clever with his writing and comedy and wanted to learn from the best. Steve was very giving and caring when he gave advice to new comic writers and it was interesting to learn from his insight on what works and how to make things better.
  • Richard Branson Teaches Disruptive Entrepreneurship – Richard discusses how he founded Virgin and how he never gave up even if he didn’t have the skills, he kept on going to fulfil his dream.
  • Dan Brown Teaches Writing Thrillers – I am a huge fan of Dan Brown and his book The Da Vinci Code. I am keen to learn more about writing a book and Dan’s course is informative and fun. You will learn lots about writing while having a good time too.
  • James Patterson Teaches Writing – James Patterson was fun, down to earth, and a great teacher about writing books. How to get inspired, what to do to create a book outline and so much more.
  • Shonda Rhimes Teaches Writing For Television – I love Grey’s Anatomy and all that Shonda has done in television. Shonda not only has been a showrunner for Grey’s she has also created many more shows that are very successful. I would love to write for TV and there is no one better to learn from than Shonda Rhimes.

Learning from experts in the comfort of your own home is also a great advantage of MasterClass. It allows learners to avoid inconvenience. This can be especially helpful for people who have busy schedules or who live in remote areas without access to traditional classroom learning.

Moreover, learning from experts in the comfort of your own home provides a more personalized and individualized learning experience. You can watch the classes as many times as you need to fully grasp the concepts being taught, and you can also ask questions of the instructors and interact with other learners in the online community.

Overall, MasterClass is a great way to make learning fun and enjoyable and to gain new skills and insights from experts in the comfort of your own home.

You can access the classes from anywhere and at any time, making it easy to fit learning into your schedule. Additionally, you have the ability to learn at your own pace and revisit classes as needed.

MasterClass is a great gift for friends and family, if you’re interested in learning from experts in various fields and enjoy the convenience and flexibility of online learning, MasterClass may be a great investment for you.

Grab a MasterClass Pass for a loved one today, perfect for Easter, Birthdays, just because gifts, Christmas, and more!

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Osmo Pizza Co for Kids

Alexander loves his Osmo Pizza Co game and iPad Stand

I got sent an Osmo Pizza Co with an iPad stand, I must say that I wasn’t sure what to expect, but I am blown away.

Osmo is fabulous! It is so interactive and teaches kids when they are having fun playing.

Once I unwrapped the game and the iPad stand, I then set it up for Alex.
The Pizza shop was open for business. It is so interesting that the game is not just played on the iPad, it is also played with the pizza board, the pizza ingredients and the money to make change for the customers orders.

The customers do get angry and annoyed at you if you get their order wrong….however it is fun to see their happy faces when you get it right.

Customers then pay you with an amount of money that is listed on the iPad and you have to give them change. To give change to the customer you need to turn the pizza board over and use the black/grey side. Add the money to this side and then the customer is super happy.

I had to help Alex with the money part as he is still a little young for this part of it, but it won’t be long until he is telling me how much money the customer needs.

My boy did have a lot of fun creating the pizzas and also making pizzas that the customer didn’t order. He loved the fact that the game saw what he was doing with the ingredients.

Alex loved the castle game that I downloaded for him

Games that allow kids to learn while having fun is ideal in my book.

We loved our Osmo Pizza Co and I am keen to get Alexander some more Osmo games.

This game is so perfect for a Christmas gift or a special treat during the holidays. You can purchase Osmo games and iPad stands at the following places: BigW, Kidstuff, JB Hi-Fi, Amazon.com.au, Apple Store, and OfficeWorks.

I am sure you will love an Osmo game as much as we do.

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Dec 18 2020

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What did I think of EveryPlate

I think you already know my thoughts on having meals delivered.

I love it. Anything that makes my life easier is something I embrace and want to continue to do. 

Mexican Chicken & Corn Salad with Sweet Potato Wedges & Mayo

The ingredients were fresh and the recipe cards were easy to follow, with only 4 steps in most of them.

The ingredients from EveryPlate

Below are my favourite things about meal kits

  • You don’t have to think about what is for dinner – you just need to cook it
  • You don’t need to leave the house to collect the items for your meals – they are delivered to your door, thanks EveryPlate.
  • Even for the extras, you can still get home delivery from Woolworths.yes you never have to leave the house if you don’t want to. 
  • Now, all we need to do is to think about how to pack a chef, cleaner, and housekeeper in an EveryPlate box and I will be winning on all fronts. 

A few things we were not happy about:

  • Some of the recipes were missing a few ingredients but I substituted them, and the meals still tasted great. I did think that the kids might have used an ingredient for another meal, but they assured me they hadn’t. Maybe it was packing haste at EveryPlate HQ that meant we were missing a few things from our box.
  • I was given a free code to get an EveryPlate meal box to review. I waited until the box arrived to then cancel my subscription. I thought it was successfully cancelled but I was billed for another week. I was then told that I had to cancel on Tuesday, not Wednesday. 
The Nutty Sweet Chilli Noodles with Veggies and Sesame Seeds

Although I paid for the experience, I did enjoy the meals. My extra box allowed me to make my very first risotto, I had always thought that this was a terribly complicated meal to create…in fact it was super easy to do.  

Getting the salad ready

Another thing that I never really noticed before was how the two weeks of having the EveryPlate meal box made me more relaxed.

How you ask? I think it was not having to plan and think about all the meals for the weeks ahead, not having to shop and be in charge of it all.

It wasn’t my job to create the meals, it wasn’t my job to get all ingredients for the meals, and finally it was easy to just tell someone that there is a meal kit ready to go and to pick a recipe and cook something for the family – as it was family friendly the kids were able to help out more.

The Chorizo & Roast Veggies cooked a super simple and tasty meal.
Adding the salad the Chorizo & Roast Veggies – this was soooooooo yummy!

If you are thinking about simplifying your life and getting more time for yourself and the family then I would urge you to try an EveryPlate meal box, if you do you will win at dinner. 

What were my favourite meals from EveryPlate

It is so easy to get stuck in your ways. You get tired, and don’t have the time or energy to do anything different or complicated so an easy meal you have made a million times is what is served.

My favourites were:

Sticky Lemon Chicken with Fries and Stir-fried Veggies – This meal was so tasty and the sauce was tangy with the lemon. 

Chorizo & Roast Veggie Salad with Garlic Aioli – I really loved this meal. It was so yummy and morish, and oh so simple to make. I will make this again, as it was a HUGE hit with all the family. 

Try EveryPlate to break your monotony of everyday meals…yes you can win at dinner with EveryPlate.

My readers can get up to $115 on your first four boxes, with dinner from as little as $2.39 per plate. To get this deal click here

If you would love to give EveryPlate a go I have a great discount for you.

Try EveryPlate today and you’ll get up to $115 on your first four boxes, with dinner from as little as $2.39 per plate. Click here to get this deal. 

Here is my discount code: TWINS115 (The link should automatically have the discount code applied to it)

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Westward American Single Malt Whiskey

I’d not been aware of WestWard before or their whiskey offering. I normally lean towards an Irish whiskey or an American bourbon if given the chance – or even a pint a Guinness – so I was keen to sample WestWard’s mash.

On cracking open the bottle of WestWard American Single Malt Whiskey, I was struck with the classic full aroma that you get from good whiskeys – not the severe eye-watering alcohol waft that comes from those cheap mass-market brands – especially, I find, from scotch whiskeys – but a well-rounded and glorious sniff that comes from whiskeys that have been crafted with skill, care, and quality ingredients and equipment, which I’d expect from a craft distiller like Westward.

And it was a good introduction to the brand, as on first sip it didn’t disappoint. The rolling flavours that came forth were light, rich, bold, and very well balanced, giving off notes and aromas that I’d expect from a much more high-end and expensive bottle of whiskey. In fact, the full-body-flavours lasted well after I’d finished the sip – they kept dancing around my mouth enticing me to take another – of which I generously obliged.

This whiskey is not a weak, vapid, cheap tipple, but a whiskey that grabbed me with both arms, a whiskey that I’d look forward to after a hard day on the chainsaw, a whiskey that will keep me warm and toasty on the bitterly cold nights here in the upper Blue Mountains – especially when the snow has started falling or when the Antarctic cold blasts hit us from Kosciuszko!

This whiskey is certainly now on my watch list.

 

You can pick up a bottle of WestWard American Single Malt Whiskey 700mL from Dan Murphy’s for $115.90

A BIG THANK YOU to WestWard American Whiskey for sending us this fabulous bottle to try.  Grab a bottle for the perfect gift or surprise for someone special.

Stay tuned for an upcoming giveaway to win some smaller bottles of WestWard Whiskey Cold Fashioned.

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Ever UGG Miracle Moccasin with Special Flower Fragrance

Winter is upon us and it was like it knew it and hit with a vengeance.  From June the 1st we have had icy temperatures and winds and just very cold days and nights.

Ever UGG Miracle Moccasin with Special Flower Fragrance
Ever UGG Miracle Moccasin with Special Flower Fragrance

You would think that living in the Blue Mountains has made me love the cold and winters but that is so very wrong, I long for the summer days and the warm weather and to keep happy during this freezing time I am happier with toasty warm feet, a roaring fire and a nice warm drink to keep my super warm.

I was very pleased when UGG Express sent me some of their new Ever UGG Miracle Moccasin’s to test out, and boy did it come at just the right time (My feet were pleased about this new addition to my wardrobe)

There are a number of bright colours to pick from and I for one normally go for black or blue, however this time I wanted to inject some colour into my world.

I was tossing up between red or purple but decided upon the purple – am more partial to blues and thought that the purple would go with my PJ’s, loungewear, and of course jeans.

When sent my request for the purple UGG Moccasin I thought it would be a bright and vibrant colour, when the shoes arrived I was eager to see the stunning colour and to try them out, however, I was relieved that they were not neon purple and a nice shade that goes with my other clothing.

Getting ready to wear my Ever UGG Miracle Moccasin with Special Flower Fragrance
Getting ready to wear my Ever UGG Miracle Moccasin with Special Flower Fragrance

You can get pink, purple, yellow and red EVER UGG MIRACLE MOCCASIN WITH SPECIAL FLOWER FRAGRANCE
You can get pink, purple, yellow and red EVER UGG MIRACLE MOCCASIN WITH SPECIAL FLOWER FRAGRANCE

My normal shoe size is 7 and a half, and lately, it seems that no one makes a half size shoe. Due to not being able to get exact I always opt for the size 8 for my feet as I believe that this will give adequate room. I am not sure if it is just due to the moccasins being new and possibly my feet being a bit swollen but I have found them to be rather tight.  However, after a while of wearing my new Purple UGG’s I have noticed that they are giving a little bit. I am not sure if I need the next size up or just to wear them more and break them in.

While wearing my new snazzy Ever UGG Miracle Moccasin‘s I have found that my feet stay so warm and it is like I am walking on a cushion of wool and air.

I live in a very cold place and lately, it is getting colder and colder by the day, and of course, my feet without shoes or socks get ice cold and therefore my whole body becomes freezing.

Doesn't the purple colour match my jeans, I love purple what about you?
Doesn’t the purple colour match my jeans, I love purple what about you?

My Ever UGG Miracle Moccasin has been a savior to ensure that my whole body is not an ice block and allows me to wear comfortable shoes inside the house and look fabulous too.

The moccasins have a great grip rubber sole that means that you will never slip or fall over while wearing them…well I have been super impressed and with a four-year-old playing and tumbling I have been able to grip to the floor and make sure that my tootsies are comfortable to boot!

Keeping warm in my new purple UGG Moccasins and relaxing with a glass of wine
Keeping warm in my new purple UGG Moccasins and relaxing with a glass of wine

My new UGG Moccasins come with a subtle fragrance of lavender, I was worried at first if this would overpowering but it is just a hint of lavender and makes the shoes smell nice even after you have been wearing them for a while.

If you are looking for a gift for mum, your wife, girlfriend, or anyone then these amazingly warm and comfortable Ever UGG Miracle Moccasin with Special Flower Fragrance would be perfect.

They are now priced at $50 and used to be $129, so that is a $79 saving.

Ever UGG Miracle Moccasin’s Will Help me Stay warm this Winter
Ever UGG Miracle Moccasin’s Will Help me Stay warm this Winter

What did I think?

  • A little snug at first but starts to loosen up (I would love to see what the size 9 feels like but happy with my purple shoes – make sure to measure your feet to ensure you get the best fit)
  • Love the bright colours
  • The wool inside makes it super soft and comfortable and my feet are always so warm
  • The bottom of the shoe has a great grip for a moccasin and since I live somewhere wet and cold this is great for the Blue Mountains.
  • I would recommend them to friends and family as they are stylish and keep your feet warm.

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Garmin vívofit® jr. 2 – Star Wars BB-8

Being active is so important, walking, playing sport and just moving is ideal.

It is said that you should do 10,000 steps each day. I am not sure I get close to that at all times, sometimes close and other times I just try and move and do some exercise every day.

My kids wanted to get a Vívofit Jr. due to other kids at school having them.

Hubby and I were constantly told about why we should buy them a Garmin Vívofit Jr. activity tracker.


Why the girls wanted a Vívofit Jr.

  • It tracks how many steps and minutes of activity you do.
  • If you do 60 minutes of activity or more you get a certain number of moves in an online game.
  • You can track chores and assign pocket money or if you don’t wish to pay money you can take kids to an event, movie or special outing.
  • The kids wanted one so that they could compete with their friends at school.
  • It’s also to waterproof so kids can wear while swimming or in the shower.

We decided that it the Vivofit was a good idea, and purchased one each for the girls just before they were nine.  The girls love their activity watches and find it fun to hit goals.

We were thrilled to review the new Garmin vívofit® jr. 2 – Star Wars BB-8.

 

Garmin vivofit jr2, Adjustable, Resistance
Garmin vivofit jr2, Adjustable, Resistance

What the girls have loved about the new vívofit® jr. 2

  • The new Star Wars themed game and characters on the activity watch.
  • It has colour now on the screen. The original vívofit jr. the screen is just black and white.
  • With the new colour screen when you hit a goal you get fabulous fireworks to celebrate.
  • You can get adjustable bands for your new activity watch so that your child can grow with it.
  • “The app experience corresponds with the style of band you choose. That means the fun never has to end. Purchase additional vívofit jr. 2 bands to let your kiddo enter a whole new world of app adventures.”
  • Having cool characters from Star Wars is a plus, my kids are mad Star Wars fans.

 

The Garmin Vívofit jr. 2 is so easy to setup and start using.

All you need to do is to download the app from the app store, available for iPhones and on Google Play.

Pair the device and then set it up with name and details for the child that is going to wear it.

You can choose an avatar, pick a name (or nickname) and once done all good to go.

If you already had the original Vivofit Jr. all you have to do is to pair the device and set it up and then it will show up on the app.

The girls called their new trial Jeff, or otherwise known as BB-8 Vívofit jr. 2.

You can set up chores and also reminders for kids that need that extra boost to do a chore.

I just synced the girl's info from their Garmin Vívofit jr's to get all the updated info. As you can see Jeff hit 2 goals today.
I just synced the girl’s info from their Garmin Vívofit jr’s to get all the updated info. As you can see Jeff hit 2 goals today.

From the above image, you will see that the number in blue on the far right-hand side is the number of moves each child has in their online game.

Moves in the game are dependent on how much activity you have done.

The BB-8 Star Wars game on the Garmin Vívofit jr. 2
The BB-8 Star Wars game on the Garmin Vívofit jr. 2

After monitoring the kid’s activity for a while I can clearly see that they go above and beyond 10,000 steps per day.

The kid who was wearing Jeff or otherwise known as the Star Wars BB-8 Garmin vívofit jr. 2 did 13,080 steps on Monday the 2nd of July! Yep, that’s a lot of steps. No wonder the kids are tired after school.

The activity watches also monitor sleep patterns, after a while you can easily see if your kids are getting deep sleep or constantly waking.

The kids are sad that we have to send this tester back to Garmin.

I know you can picture it but I can hear it, the tears and the constant pestering to get the new versions. Maybe we need to get the new Garmin Vívofit jr. 2  for their 10th birthday (I still cannot believe my babies will be 10 soon)

I must say that the version 2 of Garmin’s Vivofit Jr is better than the original, although the kids still love both. I think the introduction of colour and the ability to have bands change the game you play is a fab idea.

Have you got your kids a Garmin Vívofit jr. 2 ?

If you haven’t it would make an awesome present and help kids be more active.

Kids have iPads, computers and the television to watch and it is all more screens. Having something that helps kids get outdoors and away from screens is fabulous.

Ohhhh and having chores and incentives attached is a plus for any parent.

You can set up chores and also reminders for kids that need that extra boost to do a chore.
You can set up chores and also reminders for kids that need that extra boost to do a chore.

 

We loved testing the new Garmin Vívofit jr. 2. the kids had so much fun with the new BB-8 Star Wars Activity Tracker.

A HUGE thank you to Garmin for letting us test out the new Garmin Vívofit jr. 2.

Note: You can get replacement bands and have access to all new games on the Vivofit jr. 2. The girls were so taken with the new version of the Garmin vivofit jr 2’s that I got them a Marvel Avengers one for their birthday this year.

Get a replacement adjustable band that allows you to play new games and have a whole new look. The twins now have the Marvel Avengers Garmin Vivofit jr 2.
Get a replacement adjustable band that allows you to play new games and have a whole new look. The twins now have the Marvel Avengers Garmin Vivofit jr 2.

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Decorate Handkerchiefs with Stained Sharpies

It is always nice to have gifts that are unique. A gift that has meaning, and of course is special to you and others.

Creating a gift that is a work of art is even better.

How about decorating a handkerchief for dad, mum, or anyone!

This gift idea is not only just for dads but can be for mum, grandparents, friends or even as a teacher gift.

Yes, this idea is easily adapted to whoever you wish to give it to. It just depends on your imagination.

This simple DIY gift is super easy to create and won’t cost the earth.

Equipment Need:

  • Handkerchiefs – You can purchase some or even make some if you are crafty at sewing. I purchased plain white ones. You can get different colours with patterns if you wish and incorporate this into your design.
  • A pack of Stained Sharpie Pens (Fabric Markers)
  • Cardboard or paper to put on desk to make sure that the pens don’t bleed onto the desk.

Before you get started with your design it is always advisable to think about what you would like to achieve.

Check out what I created below:

A Breakdown of my decorated handkerchief:

  • For my first attempt at decorating the handkerchief, I just stuck to patterns in one colour.
  • I alternated rows to give it a better visual effect.
  • As the handkerchief had a pattern on the border I decided to not decorate there and leave the pattern the way it was originally.
  • Once the patterns in the red colour were finished, I then added some text on one side of the handkerchief and did it on the other end, and it is upside down from each other. This was done on purpose to make sure the text can be read no matter which way you have the handkerchief.
  • I was going to iron the handkerchief afterwards to heat set but have read that this is not needed for the Sharpie pens.
  • One post that I read recommended leaving the decoration for an hour to set.

Lillian working on her masterpiece for daddy.
Lillian working on her masterpiece for daddy.

The twins have both decorated their own handkerchiefs for daddy and I think they look amazing.

If you need a quick gift I would give this a go. I’m sure he will not have anything like it and of course love the fact that it is such a personal gift.

 

Julia creating her own colourful handkerchief for daddy.
Julia creating her own colourful handkerchief for daddy.

If you do create a handkerchief decorated with sharpies for Father’s Day it would be amazing if you could share your pictures on our Facebook Page. I am sure that we can gain inspiration from your creations.

My first attempt at using Stained Sharpie Pens to decorate a handkerchief for hubby.
My first attempt at using Stained Sharpie Pens to decorate a handkerchief for hubby.

 

Thanks for following another great craft idea from Mummy to Twins Plus One. Stay tuned for more on the blog soon.

 

Julia's finished artwork on a handkerchief for Father's Day.
Julia’s finished artwork on a handkerchief for Father’s Day.

Lillian's brightly coloured Sharpie coloured handkerchief for daddy.
Lillian’s brightly coloured Sharpie coloured handkerchief for daddy.

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Review: VQ Retro Mini – The Perfect Gift

I love cool new products and if they look awesome on my desk all the better.

The VQ Team sent me a VQ Retro Mini to test out. The Retro Mini is now my best pal while I work.

Watch my unpacking and review video on youtube about the VQ Retro Mini is and how I tested it out.

What is the VQ Retro Mini?

The VQ Retro Mini is a digital radio that can also use Bluetooth to stream songs and podcasts. Yes, you can listen to your podcasts via this new digital radio. (As a blogger I find this super cool and helps me work and learn at the same time).

You also you can use USB to charge your device while you stream. How cool is this!

With Father’s Day around the corner, this super cool digital radio is a great gift for dad.

VQ is a British brand that is “passionate about design, colour and innovative materials combined with premium technology.” The company creates quality digital radios and Bluetooth speakers. The products are all retro looking and I think this adds to the quirkiness of the brand and products.

Love my new VQ Retro Mini Digital Radio. I'm listening to my podcast while working away at my desk.
Love my new VQ Retro Mini Digital Radio. I’m listening to my podcast while working away at my desk.

My Retro Mini is sturdy, stylish and well made, which means that it will be on my desk for years to come and I will be listening to all sorts of things from my new digital radio.

The Retro Mini is a fabulous gift for anyone, get one for yourself and enjoy working with this super cool radio on your desk.

Actually, this stylish and multi purpose digital radio is a fab gift for anyone.

More details about the VQ Retro Mini

“The VQ Retro Mini is small but perfectly formed with making it a stylish and functional addition to any home. Retro Mini will compliment any décor thanks to its premium leatherette wrap which is available in 11 design influenced colours.

Retro Mini features DAB, DAB+ and FM radio reception which means you have access to the full range of digital and analogue services across the UK, Europe and Australia.”

Thanks so much to the VQ Team for gifting me a Retro Mini to review and to try out. I love it. If you wish to purchase one for you or dad this Father’s Day visit your local David Jones store or visit www.MyVQ.com.au to get one today.

I love this product so much I had to share. I hope you love it as much as I do and have fun listening while you work with your stylish retro digital VQ radio.

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DIY: Hand & Foot Print Canvas

Need a unique gift for a family member? Don’t have heaps of money? Well, this great project will give you a cheap gift and your family member will cherish the present for years to come.

This gift can be for birthdays, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Celebrating being a new mum/dad, or even Christmas.  So don’t worry it will be perfect for any occasion.

Create your own hand and feet print canvas, great gift idea. Be prepared for mess. It was a bunch of fun though, but the baby got the messiest. Enjoy!
Create your own hand and feet print canvas, great gift idea. Be prepared for a mess. It was a bunch of fun though, but the baby got the messiest. Enjoy!

Gather Your Materials

  • Washable Paint. If you have more than 1 child you will need different colours for each child. I purchased red, blue and white paint. I made purple paint and also pink out of these colours. I ended up having purple, pink and blue for the 3 kids to use.
  • Canvas (You can small sizes, large ones or enormous size canvas. It is up to you and the project you are making) I chose small square ones so that they would easily fit in the post and also on a wall.
  • Newspaper to cover the floor or outside area. This makes sure you don’t get too messy.
  • Towels – You might want to have towels set up on the floor to protect the path to the bathroom so that your very messy kids can not mess things up too much once they get in there to get clean. I do find that if my kids are head to toe covered in paint, the walls and doors get covered in it too. Therefore having a washable paint is ideal as all you have to do is to give the wall and floor a quick wipe and all is good.
  • Paintbrushes – We used paintbrushes to put the paint on hands and feet. You can just put your hands and feet in the paint but using the paintbrush made it a bit easier.

How To Create the Prints

Step 1: Have your paint ready to go. If you need to mix colours have it all organised before the kids get near it.

Step 2: Put the newspaper down and then lay the canvas on top.

Step 3: Make sure kids are in clothes that can get dirty and then paint a foot or a hand and press on the canvas. (You might want to figure out where each hand and foot is going to go on the canvas. You don’t want to figure it out with excited kids who are ready to paint everything and anything. Before we put anything on a canvas I spoke to the girls about where each person’s hand was going to go and we were going to save space for the baby as well.)

Step 4: Since I was making more than one canvas at the same time I did this 3 times for each person. I made one for my Mother in Law, one for my mum and also one for me!

Step 5: Once you have all the hands and prints on the canvas, it now needs to dry. It should dry well overnight and be ready to post the next day. I picked one up for my Mother in Law. It just needed some bubble wrap to protect it and it sat in the box with the other goodies for her birthday.

 

This is a good rainy day activity. I am sure it will keep the kids happy and having fun. Afterward, they can have a bubble bath and you get some peace and quiet after they are relaxed and tired.

Maybe after the bath put on a film for them to watch or read them a story…… I do live in hope that the kids will be super tired after activities.

Oh well, whatever you do enjoy. I hope this gives you some great ideas and a cheap gift idea to create.

 

 

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DIY: Hand & Foot Print Canvas

Need a unique gift for a family member? Don’t have heaps of money? Well this great project will give you a cheap gift and your family member will cherish the present for years to come.

This gift can be for birthday’s, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Celebrating being a new mum/dad, or even Christmas.  So don’t worry it will be perfect for any occasion.

Create your own hand and feet print canvas, great gift idea. Be prepared for mess. It was a bunch of fun though, but the baby got the messiest. Enjoy!
Create your own hand and feet print canvas, great gift idea. Be prepared for mess. It was a bunch of fun though, but the baby got the messiest. Enjoy!

Gather Your Materials

  • Washable Paint. If you have more than 1 child you will need different colours for each child. I purchased red, blue and white paint. I made purple paint and also pink out of these colours. I ended up having purple, pink and blue for the 3 kids to use.
  • Canvas (You can small sizes, large ones or enormous size canvas. It is up to you and the project you are making) I chose small square ones so that they would easily fit in the post and also on a wall.
  • Newspaper to cover the floor or outside area. This makes sure you don’t get too messy.
  • Towels – You might want to have towels set up on the floor to protect the path to the bathroom so that your very messy kids can not mess things up too much once they get in there to get clean. I do find that if my kids are head to toe covered in paint, the walls and doors get covered in it too. Therefore having a washable paint is ideal as all you have to do is to give the wall and floor a quick wipe and all is good.
  • Paint brushes – We used the paint brushes to put the paint on hands and feet. You can just put your hands and feet in the paint but using the paint brush made it a bit easier.

How To Create the Prints

Step 1: Have your paint ready to go. If you need to mix colours have it all organised before the kids get near it.

Step 2: Put the newspaper down and then lay the canvas on top.

Step 3: Make sure kids are in clothes that can get dirty and then paint a foot or a hand and press on the canvas. (You might want to figure out where each hand and foot is going to go on the canvas. You don’t want to figure it out with excited kids who are ready to paint everything and anything. Before we put anything on a canvas I spoke to the girls about where each persons hand was going to go and we were going to save space for the baby as well.)

Step 4: Since I was making more than one canvas at the same time I did this 3 times for each person. I made one for my Mother in Law, one for my mum and also one for me!

Step 5: Once you have all the hands and prints on the canvas, it now needs to dry. It should dry well overnight and be ready to post the next day. I packed one up for my Mother in Law. It just needed some bubble wrap to protect it and it sat in the box with the other goodies for her birthday.

 

This is a good rainy day activity. I am sure it will keep the kids happy and having fun. Afterwards they can have a bubble bath and you get some peace and quiet after they are relaxed and tried. Maybe after the bath put on a film for them to watch or read them a story…… I do live in hope  that the kids will be super tired after activities.

Oh well, whatever you do enjoy. I hope this gives you some great ideas and a cheap gift idea to create.