Creating and Weaving
Children's imaginations are inspired by materials and the number of different ways they can be used. We have bought together resources in this section that are natural and have a variety of uses. The process of creativity often leaves no permanent product i.e. Transient art. The reuse of materials make this an economical approach, so that the centres often feel able to invest in more expensive and unusual materials.
£40.00
Box of Fir Cones and Stones
Our children are fascinated by the nature and complexity of the fir cones
£40.00
Box of Sticks
Sticks are truly awe inspiring, beautiful in both their simplicity and yet detailed complexity
£40.00
Box of Naturally Creative Bits
A box of seed pods and weird and wonderful shapes created by nature
£24.00
Clover Needle Holder and Felt Mat
If you have explored wet felt making with children then extend their skills with this set
£80.00
Weaving Frame
Support this natural frame with harmonious colours outside such as long grasses, wool or textured ribbons
£68.00
Felt Making Kits
Children love making their own felt. This kit with easy to follow instructions has everything you need for 24 children provided in the set.
£12.00
Fairy Wool
This packet of fairy wool in assorted colours is extra fine and very soft to stimulate children to twist, pull and blend to create and experiment.
£17.00
Re-cycled Paper Making Kits
Everything you need to encourage children to make their own designer paper. Add glitter, petals to make unusual paper. Very tactile and gives a positive environmental message to young children.
£8.95
Handmade Paper
For those people who have found the fun of making paper with children, this book gives some suggestions for progression and extension. Beautiful papers that can be used far beyond the writing zone.
£5.00
Skeleton leaves
If your outdoor play area is bereft of trees then these leaves may be the only way for your children to see these fascinating shapes. A wonderful addition to transparent art materials for use on a light box.
£3.00
Florists ribbon
A wonderful ribbon that will not bleed in the rain, tears easily and can be used over and over again to save waste. Use it for windsocks, kites, fence decoration, large scale colourful weaving outside, there are too many uses to list.
£6.30
Weaving ring
This fabulous quilting ring is large enough to take a whole range of fabrics from net curtains to garden netting. For use indoors and out.
£30.00
Rug canvas
A stiff base for children to sew/weave through. Wide holes mean that children can easily use a twig needle and yarn.
£7.00
Weaving easy-clip frame
A great invention, allowing canvas to be held onto a frame without the need for sewing. Work can be changed to allow other children to have their time weaving.
(pack of 6)
£4.50
Circular rings
These plain wooden circles can be used for transient art or for the creation of wind chimes and windsocks outside.