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Crafting eco friendly sensory bags bringing joy! Handcrafted with care, fostering play.

08/05/2026

Happy Birthday !!!!

Today marks 100 years of the incredible Sir David Attenborough 🌍💚

15 years ago, I had the absolute pleasure of meeting Sir David at a book signing. We spoke briefly about my travels and my love of wildlife and nature. I told him about seeing seals and penguins in New Zealand and even swimming with turtles in Australia — moments I still remember so clearly today.

It reminded me how powerful nature really is.

Nature invites curiosity, calm, wonder and connection — which is exactly why I love weaving natural elements into sensory play for children. 🍃

Whether it’s:
✨ collecting leaves
✨ splashing in puddles
✨ playing with sticks and stones
✨ exploring textures and scents outdoors
✨ or reading books about our planet

…it all helps little ones slow down, explore, imagine and connect with the world around them.

Sensory play doesn’t always need lots of “stuff.” Sometimes the greatest inspiration comes from outside our front door. 🌿

Thank you Sir David for inspiring generations to care for our planet and notice the beauty in the world around us 💚

05/03/2026

📚✨ It’s Not Just a Book… ✨📚

It’s imagination, creativity, learning, and discovery.

On World Book Day, we celebrate the magic that happens when little ones open a book and step into a whole new world. But books aren’t just for reading — they are a wonderful starting point for sensory play and creative exploration too.

A story can quickly turn into a play scene, a craft, or a sensory activity that brings the story to life.

📖 Reading inspires sensory play because it helps children:

✨ Spark creativity – Stories encourage little ones to imagine characters, places and adventures, which they can then recreate through play.

🧠 Support learning and development – Reading builds language skills, memory and understanding of the world around them.

🎨 Encourage hands-on exploration – Acting out stories with play dough, toys, or sensory materials helps children deepen their understanding of what they’ve read.

💛 Strengthen emotional understanding – Books help little ones explore feelings, empathy and different experiences.

👶 Build connection – Reading together creates calm, mindful moments between parents and children.

I love combining books with sensory play — using play dough, textures and creative play setups to bring stories to life and help little ones learn through play.

Because sometimes the best stories aren’t just read…they’re played, explored and imagined too. ✨

What book are you reading today for World Book Day? 📖💛

10/02/2026

💌✨ Treasure Dough Pouches have arrived! ✨💌

I’ve dropped off a limited batch of our brand-new Treasure Dough Pouches to the lovely Chicken & Frog Bookshop — just in time for Valentine’s and Easter gifting 💕🐣

Each pouch is filled with soft, scented sensory dough and little treasures to discover, squish, hide and find again… perfect for calm play, imagination and keeping little hands busy.

💖 Creativity (Pink) – A refreshing blend of cinnamon bark, peppermint, sweet orange & sage to spark ideas and storytelling play.
💛 Positivity (Yellow) – A joyful mix of bergamot, lavender, sweet orange, ylang-ylang & lemon for happy, feel-good sensory moments.

They make such a lovely alternative to chocolate and a gift that can be used again and again ✨

🏷️ £5 each

📍 Available now at Chicken & Frog Bookshop
📩 DM me to reserve one
🎥 Or come join me live on Whatnot to grab yours!

Limited numbers — once they’re gone, they’re gone! 💛

07/11/2025

A huge thank you to for hosting such a wonderful Christmas Coffee & Cake session today!

It was so lovely to chat with everyone — thank you to each and every person who stopped by, supported me, and treated their little ones to some festive sensory fun!

It’s always a joy being surrounded by amazing small business owners too — lovely to catch up with you all today, what a talented, supportive community ✨

Feeling very grateful and very Christmassy! 🎄
Until the next one!

24/10/2025

✨ Happy Half Term, Little Monsters! ✨

Wishing you all a spooky week full of fun, creativity and a little bit of sensory magic! 🧡

My Halloween Play Dough is perfect for some screen-free sensory fun this half term — think spooky shapes, squishing spiders and imaginative play! 🕷️🎃

Pop into to pick up your pots of sensory magic —
🪄 Small £4.50 | Large £8

✨A little mindful fun for curious hands this Halloween✨

09/09/2025

✨ Every morning I ask my little Bear & Buddy ‘What are you going unto be today’ ✨

✨ Back-to-school can feel big for little ones – and affirmations are such a powerful tool for calming nerves and building confidence. ✨

💭 Try starting the day with:
“Today I am kind.”
“Today I am brave.”
“Today I will try my best.”

Then, instead of the usual “How was your day?” ask questions that help reflect:
👉 What made you smile today?
👉 How were you kind today?

These small shifts can help children feel more grounded, positive, and connected – and it’s a beautiful way to build mindful routines around school.

💛 Save this post for your back-to-school mornings and after-school chats.

18/07/2025

Not to be dramatic… but your party bags just got way more exciting 🎉

Say goodbye to sugar-filled chaos and hello to screen-free, sensory fun with our personalised play dough party favours!

Each pouch is handmade with love, themed to match your party, and designed to:
🌈 Spark creativity
🧠 Encourage storytelling
💛 Support emotional regulation
🎨 Promote imaginative play

Perfect for on-the-go fun, little hands, and big feelings.

✨ Got a theme in mind? Let’s create something magical.

DM to book yours now! 💌

09/06/2025

Check out events happening this week for the Brentwood Art Trail

Including one event run by me -

Come and join me for a night of creativity on Wednesday - Sip and create a beautiful macrame coaster.

Limited tickets left so book now:

https://bookwhen.com/bloomandbearcreative

05/06/2025

🎨✨ PARENTS, THIS ONE’S FOR YOU! ✨🍷

Did you know that I run events for adults not just for the little ones?

I also run creative, fun-packed Sip & Create workshops for adults right here in Brentwood — because grown-ups need time to unwind and get arty too!

Whether you’re looking for a unique night out, some creative “me time,” or something fun to do with friends — come and join us!

Here’s what’s coming up:

🧵 Wed 11th June – Punch Needle Coasters at The Duchess & Dressmaker (Brentwood Art Trail special!)

🌸 Wed 26th June – Paper Petals at Hey Joe – make crepe paper flowers & paint a ceramic vase

📱 Thurs 3rd July – Macramé Phone Strap & Bead Charm at Chantilly – includes a grazing board & Prosecco

🎟 Tickets start from £35–£49 and include everything you need + a welcome drink!

Because you deserve to sip, create & feel great.

Don’t forget to head over to my page and tap the link in bio to book your spot! 💛

22/04/2025

🎨✨ Sip, Create & Unwind! ✨🍷

‼️last remaining tickets‼️

What if your next night out was all about creativity, connection, and fun?

Join me for Bloom & Bear Creative’s Sip & Create event on Thursday, 24th April at Hey Joe, Brentwood!

🧶 Punch Needle & Vino? Yes, please!
🖌️ All supplies provided—just bring yourself!
🍷 Drinks available from the bar
🎟 £35 - Bring a friend and save! Enjoy 20% off when you book 2 or more tickets – the perfect excuse for a midweek creative escape.

Tickets - https://bookwhen.com/bloomandbearcreative

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