Projects For Winding Down
What does it look like for your family to wind down for the night? Our evening routines change over the years — what babies (and their parents) need is different from what tweens (and their parents need). But no matter your ages, we all need some rhythms to settle down. Let Sparkle show you a few ideas to soothe your system and get your sleepies on.
Sparkle Sleepytime Collection
It wouldn't be a post about winding down without mentioning our beloved Sparkle Sleepytime collection. The stories in Sparkle Sleepytime are simple, soft and slow, all told with the aim of welcoming young and old into a time of rest or sleep. Each features a delightful young animal on a gentle adventure, and each ends with the animals snuggling into their burrows, nests or downy beds, ready to close their eyes and fall asleep. This series is perfect for nap-times, quiet times and bedtimes – or any time you want a particularly quiet and soothing story for your little ones!
You can listen to the full collection here.
Lavender and Sweet Orange Sleepy Spray
Here’s our simple recipe for a Lavender and Sweet Orange Sleepy Spray that will complete a successful bedtime routine and have your children snoring away like the animals in their bedtime stories. Infused with sleep-inducing lavender and relaxing sweet orange, this spray is easy to mix up and a treat to use.
Learn how to make Sparkle Sleepy Spray here.
Sock Bunny
Have you got an old pair of socks lying around? Take a look at this simple tutorial and turn that trash into a sweet little stuffed bunny, perfect for snuggles at bedtime. This would also be a great first sewing project for older kids, offering a clever way to bypass the trash can and make something beautiful.
Learn the steps to crafting your very own Sock Bunny!
Starry Night Chamomile Shortbreads
Bake up a batch of these chamomile shortbread cookies, perfect for a bedtime snack and maybe even a star watching party. The cookies feature chamomile, an herb with time-honored relaxing properties and a delicious floral note. Let the star shape inspire you and your children as you head off into dreamland.
Check out the full recipe here.
Lavender and Coconut Bath Bomb Wands
After a busy day, there is nothing like a soothing bath to wash away the cares of the day — and what a bonus if that bath water can be steeped with something sweet-smelling and healing. Make your bath extra-special with a special tutorial for making your own lavender and coconut bath bomb wands and experience the magic of a soak in the tub!
Need some more help winding down? Check out our Meditations & Practices to Soothe collection. We hope this helps!
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