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Crafts
Looking for a fun new craft project that all the family can enjoy? Whether you’re inspired to recreate a National Trust landmark or want to help the wildlife on your doorstep, follow our step-by-step craft guides to make something new.
Crafts to try this autumn
Make fat cakes for birds
Encourage birds to visit your garden or outdoor space throughout winter and early spring by making these nourishing fat cakes. They're also a great way to make use of your food scraps and yoghurt pots.
Build your own World Heritage Site
Challenge yourself to build a World Heritage Site or historic place with whatever you have at home and discover the history and legends of your favourite landmark.
Carve a pumpkin lantern
Learn how to make a pumpkin lantern this Halloween and find tips for recycling it afterwards. You can also find ideas for using natural materials as an alternative to plastic decorations.
How to build a bee box
Bee populations have been dwindling in recent years, and building homes is just one way of encouraging them to stick around. Follow these steps to build your own nesting box to attract bees to your garden.
