🎉 Children's Creative Parties at Crafty Monkey
Crafty Monkey parties are a stress-free experience, creative and fun for everyone.✨
Why Choose Crafty Monkey for Children's Birthday Parties? 🎉
Looking for a fun and creative way to celebrate your child's birthday? Crafty Monkey Pottery Studio offers creative children’s 🎨Pottery Painting and 🧸Build a Bear party packages for kids of all ages!
Both children and parents LOVE Crafty Monkey birthday parties! Kids have a fantastic time getting creative, and parents appreciate the calm, relaxed atmosphere of our studio.
Enjoy the following benefits with a birthday party held at Crafty Monkey:
💆 Stress-Free for Parents: Sit back and relax - we’ll handle everything so you can enjoy the party worry-free!
🎨 Fun for All Ages: From pottery painting to bear-building, our wide range of items cater to various ages.
🪑 Dedicated Party Area: Enjoy a private party space (subject to numbers) to keep your celebration special and exclusive.
🎁 Personalised Parties: We can tailor your child's party to suit your unique needs, ensuring a memorable and magical experience for all!
🖌️ Party Plate Keepsake: We offer the option of creating a special memento of your child's birthday by printing their hand onto a plate and adding their friends fingerprints!
Have a look our kids birthday party options below and book early to avoid disappointment!
Personalised Birthday Plate Keepsake Option
Our customised party plate keepsakes are a popular option. They cost £20 and include the birthday child's handprint, friend's fingerprints, names and simple text.
If you'd like further personalisation such as turning fingerprints into characters, animals etc, or want a different item of pottery inquire on the booking form for a price.
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How to Make Baby Hand and Foot Casts?Creating baby hand and foot casts at Crafty Monkey is a simple and safe process. We handle the entire casting process for you. During your appointment, we gently create the mould of your baby’s hands and feet, ensuring a perfect replica. Step 1: Book a 3D baby cast session at our studio. Step 2: At your session, our skilled team will mix the moulding material and guide you through the process. Step 3: We will gently place your little one's hand or foot into the mould until it sets (usually a few minutes). Once set we carefully remove your baby’s hand or foot from the mould. Step 4: After you have left, we pour the casting material into the mould to create the final cast. Step 5: Once the cast has hardened, we remove it from the mould and leave it to completely dry out. Step 6: Once dry we spend time sanding areas and making little repairs if needed before applying a sealant. Once dry we decorate it as desired. Step 7: The final step is framing or mounting the casts onto a display plinth and fixing the plaque in place. Step 8: Once ready we email you and ask you to book a pick up slot!
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What Is the Best Material for Baby Hand and Foot Castings?At Crafty Monkey, we use only the safest and highest quality materials: Alginate: A natural, hypoallergenic product derived from seaweed, ideal for creating detailed moulds. Plaster: We use high-quality stone plaster for the final cast to ensure durability and fine detail.
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How Much Do Baby Hand and Foot Castings Cost?Our pricing is competitive and transparent: Baby: up to 12 months Toddler: 12 to 24 months Pre-schooler: 25 - 48 months Child: 49 months - 12 years Adult: 13 years up All the above come with a plaque. We can also do adults hand with or without baby. Enquire for different options.
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What is the minimum age to get hand and foot casts?There is no minimum age and we can do from age 0, however, we would recommend waiting a few weeks after baby is born.
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Is the Casting Process Safe for Newborns?Yes, the casting process is completely safe and comfortable for newborns. We use high-quality, hypoallergenic materials that are safe for your baby’s delicate skin, ensuring a durable and detailed cast. The process requires us to hold your baby's hand/foot in a material called alginate which starts off as a liquid and sets within a couple of minutes to a rubber-like consistency. The set alginate is soft so baby's hand/foot can be gently removed.
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How Long Does It Take to Make Baby Hand and Foot Casts?The casting process itself takes just a few minutes. The creation and finishing of the casts takes a few weeks, after which your keepsake will be ready for pickup. Creating the mould at your session is a quick and simple process: Creating the Mould: Takes a few minutes (2-5 minutes) for each hand or foot. Curing Time: The mould usually sets quickly, within minutes. Deciding on options: You then choose what finish you would like along with frame or plinth colour and what you would like on the plaque. After your session: Final Cast Preparation: Pouring and hardening the final cast material can take several hours to a day. Drying Time: We like to leave the casts to dry for around 10-14 days for baby casts, longer for larger casts. This insures they are properly dry before they are sealed and later decorated and then mounted on a plinth or in a frame. Total Time: From start to finish, the entire process can take 3 -5 weeks, including drying and finishing time.
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Can I Personalise My Baby’s Hand and Foot Castings?Absolutely! Personalisation options include: Engravings: Add your little one's name, birthdate, or how old they are. Finishes: Choose from different finishes such as bronze, silver, gold, baby pink, baby blue or pearl. Solid Colour or over black: We can either paint a solid colour or a black base coat and use coloured waxes on top of the black which emphasise all the tiny detail. Mounting: You can choose to display the casts on customized display plinths or in decorative deep box frames. There is a choice of colours.
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What Finishes Are Available for Baby Hand and Foot Casts?We offer several finishing options to suit your style. The below are the popular colours and finishes: Bronze Finish: Adds a timeless, elegant touch Copper Finish: Ancient copper associated with Venus Silver Finish: Sleek and modern Gold or Antique Finish: Luxurious and eye-catching Pearl Finish: The classic look of pure white plaster Baby Blue Pearlescent Finish: Traditional baby blue Baby Pink Pearlescent Finish: Traditional baby pink You can also choose to have: Solid Colour: Custom colors to match your décor or preference Waxes over black: This defines the wrinkles and creases to a greater extent
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What are some good gift ideas involving baby hand and foot casts?Baby hand and foot casts make great keepsakes and gifts for various occasions: - Newborn Gifts: Celebrate the arrival of a new baby. - First Birthday: A memorable keepsake for the first milestone. - Christenings or Baptisms: A special memento for religious ceremonies. - Mother’s Day or Father’s Day: Unique and personal gifts for parents. - Grandparent Gifts: Cherished gifts for grandparents to display and treasure. For more ideas, visit our 3D Casts page on our website.
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Where Can I Get Baby Hand and Foot Castings Done?Book a casting session at our studio located in St. Neots near Cambridge.
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How can I purchase a gift card or gift voucher from Crafty Monkey?Gift Cards: Buy our gift cards online through our website. Simply select the desired amount, add it to your cart and proceed to check out. You can choose what date you want it emailed and we’ll send the gift card directly to yours or the recipients' email. Gift Voucher: You can either visit us at Crafty Monkey Pottery Studio in St. Neots to purchase your gift vouchers in person where our friendly staff will be happy to assist you. Or you can purchase online and opt to pick up from the studio or have it posted to yours or the recipients home.
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How long do gift vouchers take to arrive?If you opt to have your gift voucher posted, we aim to post within two working days via 2nd Class Royal Mail. During busy periods, please allow for extra time. If you need it sooner, opt for an environmentally friendly eGift Card that can be emailed immediately. This ensures you receive your gift promptly and reduces our carbon footprint.
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How do I redeem a my gift card or voucher?To redeem your Crafty Monkey gift voucher or card simply book a session online and bring your voucher with you when you visit our studio. It's that easy! To redeem e gift cards online just enter in the card number during check out. Unfortunately, you can't use the physical gift voucher at checkout so will need to email us your voucher number and what you would like to redeem it for.
Pottery Painting Parties for Kids
Kids Pottery Painting Party
🎨Looking for a party that's fun, creative, and memorable? Our Pottery Painting Parties for kids, tweens or even teens is the perfect choice!
Children get to pick a pottery item from our Party Animal range 🐾- popular with all ages, or choose to paint a mug ☕- a perfect keepsake to take home and cherish!
Kids love the excitement of 'paint your own pottery', creating a unique masterpiece they can proudly call their own.
Why Choose a Children's Pottery Painting Party at Crafty Monkey? 🖌️
⭐ Encourage creativity and build fine motor skills.
⭐ Keep children happily engaged in a calming and enjoyable activity.
⭐ Are a stress-free experience for parents – no noisy chaos, just focused fun!
⭐ Once glazed and fired each child gets their hand-painted creation - a reminder of the fun they had!
Want more information? You should be able to find all the information you need in our FAQ sections - both here and also our general kids party FAQ's above. Or visit our pottery painting page.
Make your child’s birthday extra special with a pottery painting party at Crafty Monkey! Book today to ensure a creative celebration.
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How to Make Baby Hand and Foot Casts?Creating baby hand and foot casts at Crafty Monkey is a simple and safe process. We handle the entire casting process for you. During your appointment, we gently create the mould of your baby’s hands and feet, ensuring a perfect replica. Step 1: Book a 3D baby cast session at our studio. Step 2: At your session, our skilled team will mix the moulding material and guide you through the process. Step 3: We will gently place your little one's hand or foot into the mould until it sets (usually a few minutes). Once set we carefully remove your baby’s hand or foot from the mould. Step 4: After you have left, we pour the casting material into the mould to create the final cast. Step 5: Once the cast has hardened, we remove it from the mould and leave it to completely dry out. Step 6: Once dry we spend time sanding areas and making little repairs if needed before applying a sealant. Once dry we decorate it as desired. Step 7: The final step is framing or mounting the casts onto a display plinth and fixing the plaque in place. Step 8: Once ready we email you and ask you to book a pick up slot!
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What Is the Best Material for Baby Hand and Foot Castings?At Crafty Monkey, we use only the safest and highest quality materials: Alginate: A natural, hypoallergenic product derived from seaweed, ideal for creating detailed moulds. Plaster: We use high-quality stone plaster for the final cast to ensure durability and fine detail.
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How Much Do Baby Hand and Foot Castings Cost?Our pricing is competitive and transparent: Baby: up to 12 months Toddler: 12 to 24 months Pre-schooler: 25 - 48 months Child: 49 months - 12 years Adult: 13 years up All the above come with a plaque. We can also do adults hand with or without baby. Enquire for different options.
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What is the minimum age to get hand and foot casts?There is no minimum age and we can do from age 0, however, we would recommend waiting a few weeks after baby is born.
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Is the Casting Process Safe for Newborns?Yes, the casting process is completely safe and comfortable for newborns. We use high-quality, hypoallergenic materials that are safe for your baby’s delicate skin, ensuring a durable and detailed cast. The process requires us to hold your baby's hand/foot in a material called alginate which starts off as a liquid and sets within a couple of minutes to a rubber-like consistency. The set alginate is soft so baby's hand/foot can be gently removed.
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How Long Does It Take to Make Baby Hand and Foot Casts?The casting process itself takes just a few minutes. The creation and finishing of the casts takes a few weeks, after which your keepsake will be ready for pickup. Creating the mould at your session is a quick and simple process: Creating the Mould: Takes a few minutes (2-5 minutes) for each hand or foot. Curing Time: The mould usually sets quickly, within minutes. Deciding on options: You then choose what finish you would like along with frame or plinth colour and what you would like on the plaque. After your session: Final Cast Preparation: Pouring and hardening the final cast material can take several hours to a day. Drying Time: We like to leave the casts to dry for around 10-14 days for baby casts, longer for larger casts. This insures they are properly dry before they are sealed and later decorated and then mounted on a plinth or in a frame. Total Time: From start to finish, the entire process can take 3 -5 weeks, including drying and finishing time.
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Can I Personalise My Baby’s Hand and Foot Castings?Absolutely! Personalisation options include: Engravings: Add your little one's name, birthdate, or how old they are. Finishes: Choose from different finishes such as bronze, silver, gold, baby pink, baby blue or pearl. Solid Colour or over black: We can either paint a solid colour or a black base coat and use coloured waxes on top of the black which emphasise all the tiny detail. Mounting: You can choose to display the casts on customized display plinths or in decorative deep box frames. There is a choice of colours.
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What Finishes Are Available for Baby Hand and Foot Casts?We offer several finishing options to suit your style. The below are the popular colours and finishes: Bronze Finish: Adds a timeless, elegant touch Copper Finish: Ancient copper associated with Venus Silver Finish: Sleek and modern Gold or Antique Finish: Luxurious and eye-catching Pearl Finish: The classic look of pure white plaster Baby Blue Pearlescent Finish: Traditional baby blue Baby Pink Pearlescent Finish: Traditional baby pink You can also choose to have: Solid Colour: Custom colors to match your décor or preference Waxes over black: This defines the wrinkles and creases to a greater extent
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What are some good gift ideas involving baby hand and foot casts?Baby hand and foot casts make great keepsakes and gifts for various occasions: - Newborn Gifts: Celebrate the arrival of a new baby. - First Birthday: A memorable keepsake for the first milestone. - Christenings or Baptisms: A special memento for religious ceremonies. - Mother’s Day or Father’s Day: Unique and personal gifts for parents. - Grandparent Gifts: Cherished gifts for grandparents to display and treasure. For more ideas, visit our 3D Casts page on our website.
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Where Can I Get Baby Hand and Foot Castings Done?Book a casting session at our studio located in St. Neots near Cambridge.
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How can I purchase a gift card or gift voucher from Crafty Monkey?Gift Cards: Buy our gift cards online through our website. Simply select the desired amount, add it to your cart and proceed to check out. You can choose what date you want it emailed and we’ll send the gift card directly to yours or the recipients' email. Gift Voucher: You can either visit us at Crafty Monkey Pottery Studio in St. Neots to purchase your gift vouchers in person where our friendly staff will be happy to assist you. Or you can purchase online and opt to pick up from the studio or have it posted to yours or the recipients home.
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How long do gift vouchers take to arrive?If you opt to have your gift voucher posted, we aim to post within two working days via 2nd Class Royal Mail. During busy periods, please allow for extra time. If you need it sooner, opt for an environmentally friendly eGift Card that can be emailed immediately. This ensures you receive your gift promptly and reduces our carbon footprint.
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How do I redeem a my gift card or voucher?To redeem your Crafty Monkey gift voucher or card simply book a session online and bring your voucher with you when you visit our studio. It's that easy! To redeem e gift cards online just enter in the card number during check out. Unfortunately, you can't use the physical gift voucher at checkout so will need to email us your voucher number and what you would like to redeem it for.
Children's Build a Bear Birthday Parties 🧸
🎉Bear Making Birthday Party
Looking for fun, creative and interactive kids' party ideas? How about a Teddy Bear Making Party!
Our popular Teddy making parties at Crafty Monkey are a magical experience filled with creativity, fun, smiles and are perfect for children who adore animals and cuddly toys!
What's more, children leave with their very own creations, so there's no need for party bags.
Parents comment a how much their child enjoyed their bear party and how attached they are to the teddy they created!
What Makes Our Build a Bear Parties Special?
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🐾 Children get to stuff, fluff and personalise their very own teddy bear or animal.
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🏠Every child adopts their new furry friend to take home as their forever friend.
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🧸 The teddies provide hours of joy to the children long after the celebrations and it's a great keepsake to remember the party by!
Book your teddy bear-building adventure today and make memories that last a lifetime! 🐻
Give Your Child a Teddy Bear Making Party to Remember ✨
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How to Make Baby Hand and Foot Casts?Creating baby hand and foot casts at Crafty Monkey is a simple and safe process. We handle the entire casting process for you. During your appointment, we gently create the mould of your baby’s hands and feet, ensuring a perfect replica. Step 1: Book a 3D baby cast session at our studio. Step 2: At your session, our skilled team will mix the moulding material and guide you through the process. Step 3: We will gently place your little one's hand or foot into the mould until it sets (usually a few minutes). Once set we carefully remove your baby’s hand or foot from the mould. Step 4: After you have left, we pour the casting material into the mould to create the final cast. Step 5: Once the cast has hardened, we remove it from the mould and leave it to completely dry out. Step 6: Once dry we spend time sanding areas and making little repairs if needed before applying a sealant. Once dry we decorate it as desired. Step 7: The final step is framing or mounting the casts onto a display plinth and fixing the plaque in place. Step 8: Once ready we email you and ask you to book a pick up slot!
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What Is the Best Material for Baby Hand and Foot Castings?At Crafty Monkey, we use only the safest and highest quality materials: Alginate: A natural, hypoallergenic product derived from seaweed, ideal for creating detailed moulds. Plaster: We use high-quality stone plaster for the final cast to ensure durability and fine detail.
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How Much Do Baby Hand and Foot Castings Cost?Our pricing is competitive and transparent: Baby: up to 12 months Toddler: 12 to 24 months Pre-schooler: 25 - 48 months Child: 49 months - 12 years Adult: 13 years up All the above come with a plaque. We can also do adults hand with or without baby. Enquire for different options.
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What is the minimum age to get hand and foot casts?There is no minimum age and we can do from age 0, however, we would recommend waiting a few weeks after baby is born.
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Is the Casting Process Safe for Newborns?Yes, the casting process is completely safe and comfortable for newborns. We use high-quality, hypoallergenic materials that are safe for your baby’s delicate skin, ensuring a durable and detailed cast. The process requires us to hold your baby's hand/foot in a material called alginate which starts off as a liquid and sets within a couple of minutes to a rubber-like consistency. The set alginate is soft so baby's hand/foot can be gently removed.
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How Long Does It Take to Make Baby Hand and Foot Casts?The casting process itself takes just a few minutes. The creation and finishing of the casts takes a few weeks, after which your keepsake will be ready for pickup. Creating the mould at your session is a quick and simple process: Creating the Mould: Takes a few minutes (2-5 minutes) for each hand or foot. Curing Time: The mould usually sets quickly, within minutes. Deciding on options: You then choose what finish you would like along with frame or plinth colour and what you would like on the plaque. After your session: Final Cast Preparation: Pouring and hardening the final cast material can take several hours to a day. Drying Time: We like to leave the casts to dry for around 10-14 days for baby casts, longer for larger casts. This insures they are properly dry before they are sealed and later decorated and then mounted on a plinth or in a frame. Total Time: From start to finish, the entire process can take 3 -5 weeks, including drying and finishing time.
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Can I Personalise My Baby’s Hand and Foot Castings?Absolutely! Personalisation options include: Engravings: Add your little one's name, birthdate, or how old they are. Finishes: Choose from different finishes such as bronze, silver, gold, baby pink, baby blue or pearl. Solid Colour or over black: We can either paint a solid colour or a black base coat and use coloured waxes on top of the black which emphasise all the tiny detail. Mounting: You can choose to display the casts on customized display plinths or in decorative deep box frames. There is a choice of colours.
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What Finishes Are Available for Baby Hand and Foot Casts?We offer several finishing options to suit your style. The below are the popular colours and finishes: Bronze Finish: Adds a timeless, elegant touch Copper Finish: Ancient copper associated with Venus Silver Finish: Sleek and modern Gold or Antique Finish: Luxurious and eye-catching Pearl Finish: The classic look of pure white plaster Baby Blue Pearlescent Finish: Traditional baby blue Baby Pink Pearlescent Finish: Traditional baby pink You can also choose to have: Solid Colour: Custom colors to match your décor or preference Waxes over black: This defines the wrinkles and creases to a greater extent
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What are some good gift ideas involving baby hand and foot casts?Baby hand and foot casts make great keepsakes and gifts for various occasions: - Newborn Gifts: Celebrate the arrival of a new baby. - First Birthday: A memorable keepsake for the first milestone. - Christenings or Baptisms: A special memento for religious ceremonies. - Mother’s Day or Father’s Day: Unique and personal gifts for parents. - Grandparent Gifts: Cherished gifts for grandparents to display and treasure. For more ideas, visit our 3D Casts page on our website.
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Where Can I Get Baby Hand and Foot Castings Done?Book a casting session at our studio located in St. Neots near Cambridge.
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How can I purchase a gift card or gift voucher from Crafty Monkey?Gift Cards: Buy our gift cards online through our website. Simply select the desired amount, add it to your cart and proceed to check out. You can choose what date you want it emailed and we’ll send the gift card directly to yours or the recipients' email. Gift Voucher: You can either visit us at Crafty Monkey Pottery Studio in St. Neots to purchase your gift vouchers in person where our friendly staff will be happy to assist you. Or you can purchase online and opt to pick up from the studio or have it posted to yours or the recipients home.
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How long do gift vouchers take to arrive?If you opt to have your gift voucher posted, we aim to post within two working days via 2nd Class Royal Mail. During busy periods, please allow for extra time. If you need it sooner, opt for an environmentally friendly eGift Card that can be emailed immediately. This ensures you receive your gift promptly and reduces our carbon footprint.
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How do I redeem a my gift card or voucher?To redeem your Crafty Monkey gift voucher or card simply book a session online and bring your voucher with you when you visit our studio. It's that easy! To redeem e gift cards online just enter in the card number during check out. Unfortunately, you can't use the physical gift voucher at checkout so will need to email us your voucher number and what you would like to redeem it for.
DIY Party Kits for Creative Parties at Home!
Looking for a fun and flexible way to host a creative kids' party? Our DIY Party Kits are the perfect option for those who are not local to us or prefer to celebrate at home or at a venue of their choice. Whether it’s Pottery Painting or `Build-a-Bear, our kits are designed to make hosting your child's party easy and stress-free!
Both options are perfect for creating a memorable and creative experience without leaving your home. Our kits include clear instructions to guide you through every step, ensuring everyone has a fun and successful crafting session! Bring the creativity to your doorstep with our DIY kits and create lasting memories from the comfort of your own space.
🎨 DIY Pottery Painting Kits
You can order pottery pieces, our speciality underglaze paints, and brushes (if needed). You can also download paper paint palettes which makes for an easy clean up!
If you're not local, you can either order pottery items from our Kids Party Animal range or choose from our extensive range in our online shop and they can be painted with acrylic paints instead of our special glazes, meaning there’s no need for returning them to us for firing or glazing.
Simply paint, let them dry and they can go home with the children at the end of the party!
Handy tip: Have a hairdryer on hand to speed up the drying process!
🧸 DIY Build-a-Bear Kits
Run the party yourself with our no-sew DIY teddy bear making kits!
Each kit comes with:
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A special letter to the birthday child
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Stuffing
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A wish heart or star
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A bear T-shirt to decorate
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Adoption certificate
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Easy-to-follow instructions
What you need to provide: Felt tips to decorate the T-shirt or you can get speciality fabric pens.