This July weather is a bit of a non-starter. “It just doesn’t know what it wants to do!” sounds the familiar lament at the school gates and supermarket checkout. Personally, I have just resolved to having all manner of coats - and suncream - at the ready should it decide to ‘turn’ without warning, like some crazy dictator.
It is supposed to be summer and on some days it certainly feels like it is. On most days it doesn't but never mind about that. I want to talk gorgeous, warm and delightfully dry weather, when the children can get outside and enjoy some real playtime.
I don’t know about you but on such lovely days, I was always a lover of den making. Back to back dining chairs dragged into the garden with a duvet thrown over the top and a pillow to sit on. Ta-daa! We didn’t really worry about what it looked like on the inside, or the outside for that matter, we were just happy to be hidden from the ‘big people’ by whatever means.
I loved our little dens, but I’m sure I would have adored a Little Lucy Willow playhouse or pavilion too given half the chance. The Gingerbread Cottage is a favourite of mine, especially since there are so many beautiful accessories to match. I also love the Pirate Shack for girls or boys, not least because of the crows nest, captain’s wheel and treasure map which adorn the sides.
How much fun I would have had making my cottage all cosy inside, with my teddies and a few stolen cushions from the lounge. Hours of entertainment without getting into mischief. What a perfect pastime for your little ones to enjoy, while you sit back, relax and listen to their giggles as their lively imaginations run wild!