1787 days ago

DIY Chalkboard Houses

Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean Hamilton

These are super easy to make and provide hours of creative play as well as encourage the development of your toddler's hand-eye coordination and attention span.

To make some chalkboard blocks of your own you’ll need to gather a few supplies (Bunnings or Mitre 10 should have everything you need):
• plank of wood
• saw
• chalkboard paint
• paint brush
• paint tray
• sandpaper

Cut down the wood into rectangles and saw the corners off one end to form a house shape. You can make the blocks as tall, short, or narrow as you’d like. Variety makes your city scape more interesting!

When the blocks are cut, sand all the edges and front so they are smooth and there are no rough spots. Then, simply paint over with chalkboard paint and let dry overnight before use.


Once the paint has dried, have fun creating your little city!
Printable link: www.curtainclean.co.nz...

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12 hours ago

Poll: Do you set New Year’s resolutions?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

🎉 2026 is almost here!

We’re curious ... how do you welcome it?
Do you set resolutions, follow special traditions, or just go with the flow?

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Do you set New Year’s resolutions?
  • 9.8% Yes! New Year, New Me
    9.8% Complete
  • 22% Yes - but I rarely stick to them
    22% Complete
  • 68.1% Nah - not for me
    68.1% Complete
254 votes
1 hour ago

Treasured Book Workshop Series

Arts for Health from Arts for Health Community Trust

Create your own treasure book in this eight-week Hamilton workshop. Choose your cover, pick your papers, and learn simple book-binding techniques to craft a one-of-a-kind keepsake filled with pockets, textures, and space for your stories.

This workshop is all about slowing down, exploring new skills, and enjoying time just for you.
A relaxed, creative space to make something meaningful and uniquely yours.

Book now at www.artsforhealth.co.nz...

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12 hours ago

Art in the Making

Arts for Health from Arts for Health Community Trust

Hands-On Art Workshops Hamilton – Learn 2D & 3D Art

Looking for art workshops in Hamilton? Our hands-on art workshops are perfect for beginners or anyone wanting to learn new art techniques and grow their creativity. In these workshops, you’ll learn 2D 3D skills using a wide range of art materials, while building confidence and developing your artistic abilities.


Whether you want to learn new skills, grow your creativity, or enjoy a full hands-on art workshop, these art workshops in Hamilton are the perfect place to start. Enrol now and start learning!

Book at www.artsforhealth.co.nz...

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