Roll the card into a card shape, so it resembles a carrot – make sure it fits your child’s head! Then use glue or sellotape to fix the cone in place. The Grade II-listed gardens at Borde Hill are set among heritage parkland and are bursting with magnolias, camellias, hellebores and rhododendrons in spring. During Easter, children (ages 3-8) can explore through the eyes of Ludo the lamb, on a trail collecting clues. It ends with a race over hurdles, after which children who know the code word can win a mini egg ice cream.

The history of Easter bonnets is a colourful blend of tradition, fashion, and cultural evolution that spans many centuries. Here's an extended look at its rich tapestry, starting with long before the bonnet was even conceived! If the sight of chubby cheeks beneath a wide-brimmed pile of tissue-paper flowers isn’t enough to entice you to Allan Bank, the villa also overlooks Grasmere and was home to Wordsworth. An Easter bonnet parade takes place daily and materials are available to make one. There’s an art gallery, an Easter-themed trail and possible sightings of red squirrels in the woods. Always supervise toddlers and younger kids while they're crafting. Small items like googly eyes, buttons and pipe cleaners can easily find their way into a child's mouth, so keep a careful eye on them to reduce the risk of choking. Lily, Amy, and I all worked together to paper mache Amy’s hat, but took a lot of time and care to paint it herself carefully. Simon & I cut out the Batman mask and bat symbol as we had just worked on a similar design for James the previous week for a themed day at school. Amy helped choose the buildings and windows for the silhouettes, but we again had to use a scalpel to cut these out so we cut these for her! Ava’s Sheep Hat (aged 3) We have no less than 30 different Easter bonnet ideas for boys and girls to craft – most of which are cheap and easy to do, with supplies you're likely to have in your cupboards already!We didn’t win anything this year, but the competition was tough and it’s not really about the winning – it’s the taking part that counts. The smiles from all the children and their friends were amazing to see, as well as the creativity & thought that had gone into some of the designs were brilliant! We have decided to salvage and save some of the materials from this year, just in case they can be reused again in future years. The flowers we will use to decorate our easter shelf. We started to paper mache Amy’s hat first before we collected some newspaper. We papered Amy’s hat in normal white paper. This turned out to be brilliant as it only needed 2 coats of paint! The term "bonnet" comes from the French word 'bonnette,' a type of cap. But why is it specifically linked to Easter? The Easter bonnet symbolises the tail end of winter and the joyous emergence of spring. In the past, new hats or bonnets were worn during Easter as a symbol of prosperity and new beginnings. They were also associated with Easter parades, where wearing new and fashionable clothing was a must. So, the term "Easter bonnet" beautifully captures the essence of this joyful holiday tradition.

Homemade Easter bonnets make for a sweet and personal touch, and can be a lovely keepsake for mums, dads, grandmas and grandads alike.But, we’re getting ahead of ourselves. Let’s start by taking a look at what Easter actually is. What is Easter, and why do we celebrate it? Ribbons and bows: Colourful ribbons and bows add a whimsical touch and can be matched with your child's Easter outfit. I’m really proud of how James’ hat turned out, mostly because crafting isn’t really his thing, and if he could have done this whole project on his computer, he would! But he showed lots of resilience and determination, even staying up late two nights to finish coats of paint. He really enjoyed the painting and the paper mache (although I didn’t enjoy finding his used paintbrushes, or where he decorated our white hallway with blue paint!) He didn’t enjoy the fiddly bits! Lily’s Bunny Ears Easter Bonnet (aged 8) But Easter Sunday across the world is celebrated in different ways, too. Many typically celebrate this rebirth by hiding eggs, planning egg hunts, and eating chocolate for breakfast (well, maybe that one is just us).

Always be sure to put down plenty of newspaper or plastic sheeting before you start. You'll want to protect a wide area of floor – it's surprising how far paint can go when kids are involved! Keep kitchen roll or baby wipes close for any emergency clear-ups. If you’re wanting to decorate your house for Easter, why not try making these Marshmallow Bunny Paper Chains with your little one? These could look fantastic in your living area or your little ones' room, or even on your front door! Easter bonnets are all about creativity, flair, and the spirit of spring. Here's what you can include:If your kids don’t fancy anything with flowers or ribbons, these Easter bonnets for boys should keep them happy. And of course, girls can get in on the action, too! What you'll need for Easter bonnet making

How “egg-citing”! Easter is around the corner and celebrations are getting underway. Easter Sunday 2023 falls on the 9th of April, so there’s not long to go to get Easter ready. Maybe you’ve started decorating for Easter or maybe, you’re not sure how to celebrate or you want to try something new this year. One great way to get into the celebrating mood is to create something with your child. Most children love Easter and get extremely excited at the thought of receiving lots of chocolate! So, why not enhance their excitement and creative skills by taking the time to make an Easter Bonnet with them? If this is something you’re interested in, then we’ve got some creative Easter bonnet ideas lined up for you. Lily worked really hard on her hat, most of the time working independently with us only helping to cut and to supervise/help with the hot glue gun and a little bit of paper mache help from Amy. She did a fantastic job of covering all the holes with the paper mache which was fiddly, and she persisted with painting even when she was the only one working on her project and everyone else was playing. Amy’s Batman Hat (aged 6) The possibilities are endless! Let your child's imagination run wild and create a unique masterpiece together. Why is it called an Easter bonnet? The Walled Garden on the Blenheim Palace estate will host appearances from the Easter Bunny over the weekend, while also staging balloon-modelling, bubble shows, circus skills and a vintage variety show. Children love the permanent features of the Palace’s 2,000 acres too – zooming around two miles of yew trees in the Marlborough Maze and riding the miniature train. Lace and tulle: These delicate fabrics can create a vintage look, giving a nod to the bonnet's historical roots.

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Dress the kids in old clothes, or give them an apron to protect their outfit. An old adult T-shirt is an easy way to protect clothes if you don't have an apron to hand. This sheep Easter bonnet is getting us all excited about spring! You'll need a nice big wad of cotton wool for this one, plus a hat, card, and some tissue paper.