tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-39063238394708391092024-02-02T15:34:06.189+00:00Adventures of a Cornish ZebraTheCornishZebrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09935168911372603518noreply@blogger.comBlogger61125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3906323839470839109.post-8522052730639660092016-04-09T23:33:00.001+01:002016-04-09T23:34:55.926+01:00Carrot & Apple Bites<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsB7P9hVG4UKxEzTsKc2Q4xtcjYagg3ydDuMxILZdwKtDEDfUiVPJj3F3xWfCbBl2HZ2hNOs_r8NcoGWPyfUJ8u5vDjsp00BwafHkRaqlCYGiWaPRg5HdGH_P5tV2tX6b3_GVMiOQHovbq/s640/blogger-image-269350101.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsB7P9hVG4UKxEzTsKc2Q4xtcjYagg3ydDuMxILZdwKtDEDfUiVPJj3F3xWfCbBl2HZ2hNOs_r8NcoGWPyfUJ8u5vDjsp00BwafHkRaqlCYGiWaPRg5HdGH_P5tV2tX6b3_GVMiOQHovbq/s640/blogger-image-269350101.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">The Zebra has a thing for biscuits right now, so we whipped up a batch of healthy biscuits that I can also have as part of my breakfast! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaTI4R8bQs1FzQ6HCjGAMEBdrj1dWNuejA5_yOHE6n17cYZ4R8t_7wHVwnAbKzJMqUiw-jtIUMNXlHlhh9Ic1Zd6WJy4BoZ6ZaIMMeF11kGGKJHePldXezmiBwPuq9RBt-987mIFJ7rn4_/s640/blogger-image--1945420477.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaTI4R8bQs1FzQ6HCjGAMEBdrj1dWNuejA5_yOHE6n17cYZ4R8t_7wHVwnAbKzJMqUiw-jtIUMNXlHlhh9Ic1Zd6WJy4BoZ6ZaIMMeF11kGGKJHePldXezmiBwPuq9RBt-987mIFJ7rn4_/s640/blogger-image--1945420477.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Ingredients:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">50g seeds (we used a mix of flaxseed, chia and quinoa)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">40g wholemeal self raising flour</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">35g porridge oats</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">1/2tsp grated ginger</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">1tsp cinnamon </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">40g chopped dried apricot </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">100g grated cooking apple</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">50g grated carrot </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">20g chopped pecans </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">20g coconut oil</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">60g honey </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">5g orange zest</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">1tbsp orange juice </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">10g grated coconut </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">****preheat oven to 180degs</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbX2Ts8RdZL_QPc0rhlW_ggwHnM58aIAeQSOFdVUL4P_yzIcJWHNbvrpPWUAWh1pByr8qGx-q7KEok-s7HbctH4uJepbvgcDFZre1egOXqpCwQ97FM3BNpQwy9P1WwNwjK_9hFKtxHuCmw/s640/blogger-image--2006361537.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbX2Ts8RdZL_QPc0rhlW_ggwHnM58aIAeQSOFdVUL4P_yzIcJWHNbvrpPWUAWh1pByr8qGx-q7KEok-s7HbctH4uJepbvgcDFZre1egOXqpCwQ97FM3BNpQwy9P1WwNwjK_9hFKtxHuCmw/s640/blogger-image--2006361537.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">The best tip I can give for cooking with toddlers is get everything ready and prepared before letting them in the kitchen!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg08bgVTUcItD210ZHMT0BIQqgTwnjxtNPy4alh4jEbjnwLxcJA6oTLNOlBeTH1vQa6LgjUzUOO3g5PavMnpTJqGqfQT2C0mRc7QskkpnRmOj8x0yBvHMB4d8naX-FxXvEFkKMXBwx-glNL/s640/blogger-image--817819329.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg08bgVTUcItD210ZHMT0BIQqgTwnjxtNPy4alh4jEbjnwLxcJA6oTLNOlBeTH1vQa6LgjUzUOO3g5PavMnpTJqGqfQT2C0mRc7QskkpnRmOj8x0yBvHMB4d8naX-FxXvEFkKMXBwx-glNL/s640/blogger-image--817819329.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Gently heat the coconut oil until it melts and then stir in the honey, orange zest and juice. Leave to one side.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7ZMX9e7_klXeUxpXj_9sppWLo4OYX_Xwx1_fhdpz0nu5rgXMAdZXWTVmsoV-We0O8FblcPRgNb4wNFxd8KZhJohbJIVpIAhgP8MxkFQ6AymBV34S9ZB7AX4lgEMyGoHLYe_io_pWEFM9f/s640/blogger-image-914412246.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7ZMX9e7_klXeUxpXj_9sppWLo4OYX_Xwx1_fhdpz0nu5rgXMAdZXWTVmsoV-We0O8FblcPRgNb4wNFxd8KZhJohbJIVpIAhgP8MxkFQ6AymBV34S9ZB7AX4lgEMyGoHLYe_io_pWEFM9f/s640/blogger-image-914412246.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">The best thing about the recipe is its so easy! Apart from the grated coconut, add all the remaining ingredients into one bowl. Mix well and then add in the warm coconut oil and orange.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfQaZjASD_51BqHHA_FZJvCg5PuHqzIiGuBBdKmetSUUwcig1jArmroGHA2g5zrHejsyfZsaUA0HiraWq4_px12XD3ir-r70VMrlvDECfLDywW73n7hMXi3ipi-UIx94LsizbQmAK7Qtzn/s640/blogger-image-402677609.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfQaZjASD_51BqHHA_FZJvCg5PuHqzIiGuBBdKmetSUUwcig1jArmroGHA2g5zrHejsyfZsaUA0HiraWq4_px12XD3ir-r70VMrlvDECfLDywW73n7hMXi3ipi-UIx94LsizbQmAK7Qtzn/s640/blogger-image-402677609.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Split the mixture into 6 or 12 biscuits and place on a greased tray. 6 biscuits mean they have around 200 calories each. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Sprinkle on top the grated coconut.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgy9R-zqX5IciwV_W9RqxL5IVqAp2yPIuwgVLQlBc8bFBhxjzO6Lyuafc-wvYuJcz_2dJ9FQU0QwlKKmrez2UCDe2yKLaggLUPTXorPTV9H4_ymyDdVqkgDlS_kiuHXYysm6QT2BFaGqc5e/s640/blogger-image--757687987.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9DWwh0w1tOaN1wbY8VbJJqjOYVVVRJySLXucqRUAUrNTE8F7jFt0Tgscye0KbC600htDLtFb63-mCgJ-sfUjGb2QBsFOSLemdXsHkDGblC0VpuD4KaiBbd51IZUzVzb0H_0l9ZNrtq7xO/s640/blogger-image-1682494868.jpg"></a></div></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">When the sun comes out, so do the flowers!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIKdYwwjjZhjkrNxugna1C166d30ROTP9AsYXz73LUEzcOi7WWsMI-URTGMcYYncYjk4iXXPLiRRPf8BEL_ekeiV85_wXKPhxHr-i-yr_nkoBmpkTFKXGUUDW73WSXO2qQU8Qm-1mIeZvs/s640/blogger-image-712208842.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIKdYwwjjZhjkrNxugna1C166d30ROTP9AsYXz73LUEzcOi7WWsMI-URTGMcYYncYjk4iXXPLiRRPf8BEL_ekeiV85_wXKPhxHr-i-yr_nkoBmpkTFKXGUUDW73WSXO2qQU8Qm-1mIeZvs/s640/blogger-image-712208842.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Lots of bright, cheery materials for this flower craft!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiD_QsfriFTq57Y2roIkOiuwSgy7dbT3OXexHqimmFEPLVUxjmqxpb9TcOZxBFEkX-hoB9hK8ZQVrSRR0gLrhwPK9Yd_Pp0j_aCJ3HrLtzbG1AaALJHtvoy1ogpVPmTuP_IahWfVmE-lz3x/s640/blogger-image--1762298967.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiD_QsfriFTq57Y2roIkOiuwSgy7dbT3OXexHqimmFEPLVUxjmqxpb9TcOZxBFEkX-hoB9hK8ZQVrSRR0gLrhwPK9Yd_Pp0j_aCJ3HrLtzbG1AaALJHtvoy1ogpVPmTuP_IahWfVmE-lz3x/s640/blogger-image--1762298967.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Paint lots of different colours onto a sheet of bubble wrap...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1WDZXKYZlwaO8J6yXyAQYq-kHoOqQ_-68fr3yuFQU65wceReISmfkDM_uGluRkoMonlk2AFoel4-HXVOg2c4vDoSCwx_hvglXtNT_VhkTIzjk3WklKX82J94zMxoZNlhtj0pJh9Wg-A5O/s640/blogger-image-1396374377.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1WDZXKYZlwaO8J6yXyAQYq-kHoOqQ_-68fr3yuFQU65wceReISmfkDM_uGluRkoMonlk2AFoel4-HXVOg2c4vDoSCwx_hvglXtNT_VhkTIzjk3WklKX82J94zMxoZNlhtj0pJh9Wg-A5O/s640/blogger-image-1396374377.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Then press a piece of card or paper onto it to get the bubbley paint print!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfy28uCQ-ivlrfN2ZE0vvm9lI1hAyUsP4wZHX4XAmJahttnwZl6G55rB77bG2FRmVdcnsbl9gcTJ4TzwXlacsy7OkhwKOQTU3-pdFAISKDuJNEIqtSROLwbCd8h9XYU-q_Qc0hvueXkZKY/s640/blogger-image-336637056.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidl8KwHbCeIDTIMius7KmYIt4ao4YMF87BhignYhPN6Ify1_aeNKcMB56OiwAOkxY-w9kWqbfv5txeSQwsbtxAFDzQLKXutgXcn7Hol0MPwnIXk9BufwafSd47ekVrhnpXOH_icoE5SrH9/s640/blogger-image-537546809.jpg"></a></div><br></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Make some holes and poke in pipe cleaners for the stems </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><br></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieWIDHM4WvaQQmf2HKaaWbu6grtAHc9lPU2hez_puh-bAv9NBcjAohY7U1jfBnPmccmP7nQztlMxnZhNzqGpE8qmuFy7ztTEQGjwL-qYeGj6DPVwep_3VaJ4l6OWQzdJMREIn08gUqPx0r/s640/blogger-image--811202950.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKAm95PDLHlYxl8XRsqtkt7xa3fNqM7PJbk8bzVBXYTgQo1CM0BmyJfg4W_gt-6I4fWttH_wOeqAtcdbed6xqPwDQQAukandUuoA0v1lK1vCboXxA0DNwOOdy1cF7vmfursrOJwLMj8rgS/s640/blogger-image-1900981180.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Quick and easy and will last longer than a real bunch 🌺</div><br></div>TheCornishZebrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09935168911372603518noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3906323839470839109.post-53517112732752724732016-04-04T10:35:00.001+01:002016-04-04T14:17:59.127+01:00Springfields Fun Park<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaTpOU-jm_TC0uVpzbOd9InaxLB8ej4rcQsSSPycoWXanQxoIUiiq0h2u9QR2-7kPunG1mqXiaqWbLphVqOvUkAWlfjlb5SUa7kuHAseA4lHs_suCpu-dMomLn7fO-_1zMCnCmpieHqDWU/s640/blogger-image--1195042168.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaTpOU-jm_TC0uVpzbOd9InaxLB8ej4rcQsSSPycoWXanQxoIUiiq0h2u9QR2-7kPunG1mqXiaqWbLphVqOvUkAWlfjlb5SUa7kuHAseA4lHs_suCpu-dMomLn7fO-_1zMCnCmpieHqDWU/s640/blogger-image--1195042168.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">A big thank you to Springfields for our recent invitation and the fun-filled day we had at their park! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh09f9u37BZMtJU5rNB1s_AgtbAW0JiBrm4BnsE-3HpfTfbkbSdQ_kXitiQAYFdRlE25rYGU2xpw6gb3_nLO8161vuMww8pM3pQP11ICmCrFaCJKQ9rwt7lPLLuHvkBwtHztffoarYa9vPe/s640/blogger-image-1006133931.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh09f9u37BZMtJU5rNB1s_AgtbAW0JiBrm4BnsE-3HpfTfbkbSdQ_kXitiQAYFdRlE25rYGU2xpw6gb3_nLO8161vuMww8pM3pQP11ICmCrFaCJKQ9rwt7lPLLuHvkBwtHztffoarYa9vPe/s640/blogger-image-1006133931.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Growing up in Cornwall, Springfields was always my favourite place to visit - even spending my birthday trips here! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">However, I held back from visiting with the Zebra due to local feedback that the park had become run down and unloved. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhg9KBYgiLaZsMEOzrW_JLeSFzRkYXD-jh8nNhvhV61hR0dzTA-Hpy5BuALFHgWg8PhcibqJDT-Fk4ozsCkXqiLNTlZ6pF-LtM0PsuWB8lmhhEPx1QSxEUngaa9oH0vqPlvibR6KzsPwVy/s640/blogger-image-954385368.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhg9KBYgiLaZsMEOzrW_JLeSFzRkYXD-jh8nNhvhV61hR0dzTA-Hpy5BuALFHgWg8PhcibqJDT-Fk4ozsCkXqiLNTlZ6pF-LtM0PsuWB8lmhhEPx1QSxEUngaa9oH0vqPlvibR6KzsPwVy/s640/blogger-image-954385368.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Before arriving it was great to find out that the park had not only changed ownership, but that there had been a lot of restoration work carried out over the winter.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhP_lqwLSWZfe_95UVIC1Lap_-0QjcBV2C_ulheSepN-dqgCddRyHyUD47LnaYf9UdpjUtf-MwQTs8lHJlLa-qlPfJRduzm4Jxq4ryWguIRE_xIfRvJik5-iYvpja5T9PSm0nXXRHFFUGMI/s640/blogger-image--1907755202.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhP_lqwLSWZfe_95UVIC1Lap_-0QjcBV2C_ulheSepN-dqgCddRyHyUD47LnaYf9UdpjUtf-MwQTs8lHJlLa-qlPfJRduzm4Jxq4ryWguIRE_xIfRvJik5-iYvpja5T9PSm0nXXRHFFUGMI/s640/blogger-image--1907755202.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">First impressions of the park were great! The ticket office is inside the big play barn, a bright and colour soft play area filled with all sorts of activities - the Zebra was champing at the bit to get in and explore...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQlitDoxDyp6ShTDOxfHY1NsTN3K50ByGgFg1tZq3pp9XERKggfkMtA9mAqKQ4Pc4fUaucG82galPlioyXSRAvWiYl-xLEtX-CTBWh07ANpiGyu_NQXAsxD2JTusyNL3ei5y4XQa5xo6oS/s640/blogger-image-1621342099.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQlitDoxDyp6ShTDOxfHY1NsTN3K50ByGgFg1tZq3pp9XERKggfkMtA9mAqKQ4Pc4fUaucG82galPlioyXSRAvWiYl-xLEtX-CTBWh07ANpiGyu_NQXAsxD2JTusyNL3ei5y4XQa5xo6oS/s640/blogger-image-1621342099.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">There is a 2 story play structure<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> which the Zebra was soon climbing and jumping all around. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSulzMOh1d1argfKBlK1BCMV1eBet_SKgUo6cDYQjgcaGyksMa5Tkd0ZgneWHt5VMOWlax10V4SY6GW5wBdGH_5AnUXtqBWDDU7GszVJtMOVxTEL1Cj7KJqlM_nrGdn3aVUMKTpY_u3vEL/s640/blogger-image-2093207397.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSulzMOh1d1argfKBlK1BCMV1eBet_SKgUo6cDYQjgcaGyksMa5Tkd0ZgneWHt5VMOWlax10V4SY6GW5wBdGH_5AnUXtqBWDDU7GszVJtMOVxTEL1Cj7KJqlM_nrGdn3aVUMKTpY_u3vEL/s640/blogger-image-2093207397.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">The Enchanted Wood is a psychedelic experience of miniature houses and slides in trees... </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXQ0FEZ9zFmNTK7DDbqrAAcbaUBL88RZcCJCUKgunsDYyU5DaJlckRx-VdQkeTez-zLTQacd16sa-4OVDsn62HdeChSCbAlkBkU7UeHeajRdU4Rw00dFzfFmzjp0c_SJgII_PQIpM2OU_2/s640/blogger-image--826267278.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXQ0FEZ9zFmNTK7DDbqrAAcbaUBL88RZcCJCUKgunsDYyU5DaJlckRx-VdQkeTez-zLTQacd16sa-4OVDsn62HdeChSCbAlkBkU7UeHeajRdU4Rw00dFzfFmzjp0c_SJgII_PQIpM2OU_2/s640/blogger-image--826267278.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Like any good soft play area there are some big slides to whizz down! The Zebra is to small for the drop slide but was brave enough to take on the waves all on her own! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">What we liked most about the play barn is all the imaginative and pretend play activities - some of our favourites were the houses, <span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">kitchens and buses! </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><br></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJYe3UgvD49KUe-7f_VXgnhT91SPAosM3ZyDBNCyjM0CIvLTCqvEnIt5F-H5dIviUUwpfNdS41xX4A1TG_2Hy_ayaROV8VgykhzFrw9Xy1MxkNsfiLChD8ejQP2aeK8GH3lebJJEm5XiOT/s640/blogger-image-1150547924.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJYe3UgvD49KUe-7f_VXgnhT91SPAosM3ZyDBNCyjM0CIvLTCqvEnIt5F-H5dIviUUwpfNdS41xX4A1TG_2Hy_ayaROV8VgykhzFrw9Xy1MxkNsfiLChD8ejQP2aeK8GH3lebJJEm5XiOT/s640/blogger-image-1150547924.jpg"></a></div><br></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">We left the playbarn just in time to see the baby lambs being bottle fed! The children are given a bottle and allowed to actually feed them which is so adorable. We arrived a little late so wasn't able to hold a bottle, but one of the staff members let the Zebra meet and stroke a baby instead. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxAP40icfkEURafvMpppWwfv8eeuN49vJQonMGcm_uROGgH2Qll-2vpSwgtXw_1N-kSqgTSZxWMg8qZHWMLQ-lmRtFKW-AjIM1KL-Wcx6sYqhAyEck9lxURckZrTX2y1h9wRBZ54aOhGZH/s640/blogger-image--1701843651.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxAP40icfkEURafvMpppWwfv8eeuN49vJQonMGcm_uROGgH2Qll-2vpSwgtXw_1N-kSqgTSZxWMg8qZHWMLQ-lmRtFKW-AjIM1KL-Wcx6sYqhAyEck9lxURckZrTX2y1h9wRBZ54aOhGZH/s640/blogger-image--1701843651.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">There are lots of other animals to feed as you walk round the park - but please buy the proper food on sale at the ticket office! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3GrwOVQqs21aXy6QPA1vnQ0hjhwfa3AAjmzt1MDf0Pavcq0Px1b0ak25sPOPI__5MdfQFZ8LukbPYUCFjiyQvwfJMtDgtdDm5j8Ou9aHsUva0tPlD6fbmxXFzDXk_Ck6dUanPHiMyp-Au/s640/blogger-image--1510156794.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3GrwOVQqs21aXy6QPA1vnQ0hjhwfa3AAjmzt1MDf0Pavcq0Px1b0ak25sPOPI__5MdfQFZ8LukbPYUCFjiyQvwfJMtDgtdDm5j8Ou9aHsUva0tPlD6fbmxXFzDXk_Ck6dUanPHiMyp-Au/s640/blogger-image--1510156794.jpg"></a></div><br></div>With the sun out and only a few clouds in the sky, it was time to really explore the grounds of the park. I'm glad to say it did not seem run down in any way, with lots of different areas all in good condition - some even seemed brand new.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNgRSqVpISy3Zkxph_37KItQ-RNlDgPZjaRcFRltW_HcTfAZYmkTVCxyHvamnquxqlueFYVbp6EHRX6ri5q87l80JEDMbTnq4AfVK8mQQW4EX-rZy9wcuu4UEtTwrzLqxoS60BxrwAa6nw/s640/blogger-image-83890653.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNgRSqVpISy3Zkxph_37KItQ-RNlDgPZjaRcFRltW_HcTfAZYmkTVCxyHvamnquxqlueFYVbp6EHRX6ri5q87l80JEDMbTnq4AfVK8mQQW4EX-rZy9wcuu4UEtTwrzLqxoS60BxrwAa6nw/s640/blogger-image-83890653.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">The first part of the park had some big, enclosed trampolines which the Zebra spent a long time bouncing on! There are also lots of wooden play centres which give a great natural feel to the park. The bell in the front of the train was a big hit with all the little people and the pirate ship has a wonderful slide.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPIutUMcQgLDLb67Iqxp_QWDgA1SbdwK3IfP5hZEJGN-pOvfusoCYoUbvpCuEOprnQEE5La5eZ8JCvxKltHba1vWDwPfKuBc2VNRfJaEkA7oSm0oHbk5nFM8t9qA8Y3Pkm57xLCkmWQTpP/s640/blogger-image--1928475454.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPIutUMcQgLDLb67Iqxp_QWDgA1SbdwK3IfP5hZEJGN-pOvfusoCYoUbvpCuEOprnQEE5La5eZ8JCvxKltHba1vWDwPfKuBc2VNRfJaEkA7oSm0oHbk5nFM8t9qA8Y3Pkm57xLCkmWQTpP/s640/blogger-image--1928475454.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Once the Zebra spotted the ponies, no amount of playgrounds would keep her distracted! It was great to see the ponies brought up and brushed down in front of the children, showing the basics behind pony care. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">There was a pony grooming session later in the yard but we unfortunately missed this!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgB3eo_ErRlsczuHlCX1piQafqCpevaJgU8MKtja8Xt7A0IA-zE-qPXJiECNNU5vAkPCZKeTxAuNu9Hqhiq9HydzO5QWvpN_04rDnD19JGComzEhw4D8O33cLOgUgwMJV-5ptuog3j0wqXG/s640/blogger-image-1532516364.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgB3eo_ErRlsczuHlCX1piQafqCpevaJgU8MKtja8Xt7A0IA-zE-qPXJiECNNU5vAkPCZKeTxAuNu9Hqhiq9HydzO5QWvpN_04rDnD19JGComzEhw4D8O33cLOgUgwMJV-5ptuog3j0wqXG/s640/blogger-image-1532516364.jpg"></a></div><br></div>There are two different options for the pony rides: £2 around the paddock or £4 around the lake. I can't help but feel the prices are a little high, especially as we was at a nearby centre the same week which did similar rides for £1. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggwPyDEXSphbS0VtAjQKU6tWbxpKbazsun8qomeLh5VYik3g8V9o21GApWkQ4OJrTjHGIsGakrwvCNs3q0SDfOSayW6oFcaseCYW9hb_65q6E2TDQNpijRIgTU0gkzFVaMsF6-W2vDv7Eo/s640/blogger-image-96221475.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggwPyDEXSphbS0VtAjQKU6tWbxpKbazsun8qomeLh5VYik3g8V9o21GApWkQ4OJrTjHGIsGakrwvCNs3q0SDfOSayW6oFcaseCYW9hb_65q6E2TDQNpijRIgTU0gkzFVaMsF6-W2vDv7Eo/s640/blogger-image-96221475.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">There are no complaints from this Zebra about the actual pony ride! She adores the horses and was a natural in the saddle. We did both the paddock and lake walk, both times the staff were so friendly and good with the Zebra, and both walks are very pretty. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4MsmgGZPoKWVMTOSfUy-KPYs5tCiY6t63HBX9bcexFuSc75waPGSZa4JwiEzJfA1CozHWXZQnS86RP3jEw56kJPOt8NgICvrQ1B1XR1MLF_KIVXCgevdVs75-moGHheEuJJwxT9ryXwiB/s640/blogger-image--976697383.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4MsmgGZPoKWVMTOSfUy-KPYs5tCiY6t63HBX9bcexFuSc75waPGSZa4JwiEzJfA1CozHWXZQnS86RP3jEw56kJPOt8NgICvrQ1B1XR1MLF_KIVXCgevdVs75-moGHheEuJJwxT9ryXwiB/s640/blogger-image--976697383.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">It's not just ponies that you can ride - there is also a great train ride that goes around the park. The tour guide was fantastic and got all the children signing as well as talking through the sights of the park </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidQMlHgwbeWtqJkvEEiGc95lHlqxLwAbN6khqlXyhUO3oMhhXl6OUPQddpzM-o_g7zHqxNj6hYwC-4_3yoOzqcmePnaYyMacjrSwKWso-O-NdnGiyDx9OiMmKx5cnrPOPPnTQln4vqGp0N/s640/blogger-image--1616322810.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidQMlHgwbeWtqJkvEEiGc95lHlqxLwAbN6khqlXyhUO3oMhhXl6OUPQddpzM-o_g7zHqxNj6hYwC-4_3yoOzqcmePnaYyMacjrSwKWso-O-NdnGiyDx9OiMmKx5cnrPOPPnTQln4vqGp0N/s640/blogger-image--1616322810.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">At the far end of the park, is an island with a moat. I have vague memories of this being a bunny mountain many years ago with rabbits roaming free - it would be interesting to see if any one else remembers this! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaR-NXXkO8__Jwpj6qxoQ6OhEepyAfcEGhlcnHv-MwmDmV6SgZxk7E38vJFRJ5JqOZz1SX7yT42ZkZSYBJyyP2-4HoCKcR8Z6jZG8dTLZEYrohMPKQfiM7FMQjRgk-JwGnAerZo5hDznUy/s640/blogger-image--1581900969.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaR-NXXkO8__Jwpj6qxoQ6OhEepyAfcEGhlcnHv-MwmDmV6SgZxk7E38vJFRJ5JqOZz1SX7yT42ZkZSYBJyyP2-4HoCKcR8Z6jZG8dTLZEYrohMPKQfiM7FMQjRgk-JwGnAerZo5hDznUy/s640/blogger-image--1581900969.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">After our recent success with a canoe, I thought it would be just as easy in a row boat... It really wasn't!! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXVmqIOoaMGWvsv00KKfn34_RNRjh9DUFIpyJX0ttMwouPvH9kxff8lGbRdk1WJMXOLpF1naIgSaeHvuAPwvkCG8wR2MDSf6WKgMR8IocutrAwKzdRl1m-u4zKv3zdkww4B2OzLe_bzz5G/s640/blogger-image-572145187.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXVmqIOoaMGWvsv00KKfn34_RNRjh9DUFIpyJX0ttMwouPvH9kxff8lGbRdk1WJMXOLpF1naIgSaeHvuAPwvkCG8wR2MDSf6WKgMR8IocutrAwKzdRl1m-u4zKv3zdkww4B2OzLe_bzz5G/s640/blogger-image-572145187.jpg"></a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">I might not be much of a sailor, but the Zebra really enjoyed bouncing from bank to bank, and it was so pretty I didn't mind much either </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhy8gXwEShIj5UlXbTXgLMDpw-3lylb1w1VuZVIYdiAPrXKoJ98yCaAzR29TAc6e14tXkq4yRq-fFb7BfdqrJ-nnRoy4a4mM6mNdUBbsmhH6ohDfLzBfx8P6QOJPw6GrRcph7JoMLQlBvHO/s640/blogger-image--1127574879.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhy8gXwEShIj5UlXbTXgLMDpw-3lylb1w1VuZVIYdiAPrXKoJ98yCaAzR29TAc6e14tXkq4yRq-fFb7BfdqrJ-nnRoy4a4mM6mNdUBbsmhH6ohDfLzBfx8P6QOJPw6GrRcph7JoMLQlBvHO/s640/blogger-image--1127574879.jpg"></a></div><br></div>Once back on dry land, we crossed the bridge for a play on the island. The big mountain has stairs to climb which give this amazing view over the park - and then a slide all the way back down!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWqpNBtOR5sFdogeGG_EoBkao290xYKlDWhqfVC2IuU0kFz10iVCUtlUEd8BR6j8pyrykzkJE1l-v0xd4o-F3PrvPTB0c01pCgf9WYnq8I1y1HvyNqTvcBXvdhNQcH_EuB3I9OmsSDh8ec/s640/blogger-image--2124796357.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWqpNBtOR5sFdogeGG_EoBkao290xYKlDWhqfVC2IuU0kFz10iVCUtlUEd8BR6j8pyrykzkJE1l-v0xd4o-F3PrvPTB0c01pCgf9WYnq8I1y1HvyNqTvcBXvdhNQcH_EuB3I9OmsSDh8ec/s640/blogger-image--2124796357.jpg"></a></div><br></div>From the top of the slide we spotted another great wooden play area - this one was an assault course! Again, it was in great condition with a brand-new feel to the area. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAWU3lKUFBKiEqNvBNGjQMTnIKl9EE6mKHGIC9zNbOglxkFmLpcwgFycI6LUllmuc-rmyCFRZIhObenQDzyrOzV991zqvIyKG10C20_-RyRksFD3p4EhGKGkgBaITj7aPoZ4eRQ1QVDy0A/s640/blogger-image-587449605.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAWU3lKUFBKiEqNvBNGjQMTnIKl9EE6mKHGIC9zNbOglxkFmLpcwgFycI6LUllmuc-rmyCFRZIhObenQDzyrOzV991zqvIyKG10C20_-RyRksFD3p4EhGKGkgBaITj7aPoZ4eRQ1QVDy0A/s640/blogger-image-587449605.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">In fact, this seesaw was the only older piece of equipment we came across - not that it stopped us having fun!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkbiMA-C2ZFUJRc1coWC4ZNcTKZyiCgjNFs6vcxr3ggroBgC5Vz_Fgb1OvQYyg_PnT8T6LeQkOEyhAqZ6If1GXlWjr0EKms-47ZkDSOFKuKsPD-Vd2E3QtL3Pf6Fdkzyko4mtBhg5n2AD1/s640/blogger-image--1709305190.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkbiMA-C2ZFUJRc1coWC4ZNcTKZyiCgjNFs6vcxr3ggroBgC5Vz_Fgb1OvQYyg_PnT8T6LeQkOEyhAqZ6If1GXlWjr0EKms-47ZkDSOFKuKsPD-Vd2E3QtL3Pf6Fdkzyko4mtBhg5n2AD1/s640/blogger-image--1709305190.jpg"></a></div> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">There are also some swings hidded just behind the big trees here that we almost missed! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilKQxb2OJ9YodQzfwA-t2_gQLKZDoTyw2ZRoxdvrr4J8s02w6pkMQhiMg2H_cmI2jbNT8jDS3HF5_4aNYAesybQXej9MG-obZ-CdqG2MRYcOCNlEqdEwY8QQj_AI_-vnjNH6uUAjexNQuH/s640/blogger-image--625738158.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilKQxb2OJ9YodQzfwA-t2_gQLKZDoTyw2ZRoxdvrr4J8s02w6pkMQhiMg2H_cmI2jbNT8jDS3HF5_4aNYAesybQXej9MG-obZ-CdqG2MRYcOCNlEqdEwY8QQj_AI_-vnjNH6uUAjexNQuH/s640/blogger-image--625738158.jpg"></a></div><br></div>One thing we couldn't miss was the entertainment from the alpaca field... There is a daily "meet the alpaca" session, but the keepers need to try and catch the three of them first which was rather funny as the they are quick and cunning and had a good game of chase.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgM_3KYTS0xncdr6tsNoXbiCuYa4khOuaIfMJ2zKfbjOhi4muX4F1Tqi0XQXciEztcMPZCLfudyen4YRfzzcpxt52JsTgNfWlISyrykOg_0fOzsiFV1hWX_F0pi4ngEeUN0CqafnvKinJEo/s640/blogger-image--1175490918.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgM_3KYTS0xncdr6tsNoXbiCuYa4khOuaIfMJ2zKfbjOhi4muX4F1Tqi0XQXciEztcMPZCLfudyen4YRfzzcpxt52JsTgNfWlISyrykOg_0fOzsiFV1hWX_F0pi4ngEeUN0CqafnvKinJEo/s640/blogger-image--1175490918.jpg"></a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Someone who wasn't so tricky to catch was the sheep who thinks she's an alpaca<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">! She happily trotted down the path ahead of us and then roamed the grass while we got to pet the alpaca. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0aEWMw05jlQe_ZbDM1_4tZQS_7xhAExjx9bmmEUyrdkD9gY9xsPqPi0L9BcoACL0vSjFV0vtpXgXy-DzY4Rl2tli0errcDhAciJKajOquuetDsNHKspPkhv-TFAiSxw9RVFJjFegpZFkh/s640/blogger-image-1343859597.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0aEWMw05jlQe_ZbDM1_4tZQS_7xhAExjx9bmmEUyrdkD9gY9xsPqPi0L9BcoACL0vSjFV0vtpXgXy-DzY4Rl2tli0errcDhAciJKajOquuetDsNHKspPkhv-TFAiSxw9RVFJjFegpZFkh/s640/blogger-image-1343859597.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">After exploring all the grounds, we found ourselves back at the yard outside the playbarn. Inside here were some sleepy baby piggies and lots of fluffy bunnies. There are "pat a pet" sessions in the rabbit room with the softest bunnies ever!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgFpktNhV3i4hGvACdCAva9p8WVdI4jL4XZSd_zZddaoz9_ilghd9X8ZcG7M0JXtOnQtKngragIWL9ux15kXQf7Y9mktWgp6WAHfLl39he7MQG1ys1Nf-jce0rKdbZwC3PRsh0ivb1vhBZ/s640/blogger-image-592086540.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgFpktNhV3i4hGvACdCAva9p8WVdI4jL4XZSd_zZddaoz9_ilghd9X8ZcG7M0JXtOnQtKngragIWL9ux15kXQf7Y9mktWgp6WAHfLl39he7MQG1ys1Nf-jce0rKdbZwC3PRsh0ivb1vhBZ/s640/blogger-image-592086540.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">We stopped for lunch at the cafe in the play barn. It was a busy day during half term so it took 15 minutes to que up and order our food. The Zebra had a lunch box which we could take to the table with us, but we had to wait another 15 minutes for the sandwitch.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">I had a cheese and vegetable crumble, which wasn't much to look at, but was actually really tasty (that's what really matter when it comes to food!)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEha4-7K9lga6VK3xP9S52j17wLevXyO7gjkefXsAG9hzq53tNLYaabu5BWm2uNq7VYVpJl2I8NRucSuUGeTnQ0rxalQuCVj7aA9ywgggasfJNS9_C8En05-tftO1rWhkn9XXwiLLVypzdaH/s640/blogger-image--383644345.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEha4-7K9lga6VK3xP9S52j17wLevXyO7gjkefXsAG9hzq53tNLYaabu5BWm2uNq7VYVpJl2I8NRucSuUGeTnQ0rxalQuCVj7aA9ywgggasfJNS9_C8En05-tftO1rWhkn9XXwiLLVypzdaH/s640/blogger-image--383644345.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">By the cafe was a room set up for crafts, which is perfect for my arty one. There wad two big tables with lots of great materials and ideas for Spring crafts! It wasn't cold inside, but the Zebra refused to take her coat off...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJKY9PdBpSakUuUbWTSxJP6HKMg1AaQepNcIATqN2Y-HY4GSH78WM8iPyp4CJMtmMdHcEDwv6GCLkh9eR0hYbP_riTc5Ehx9o4CVBXnKKYLHWwwTcCddUy32HMA3qHkfxyW37WETX40-MM/s640/blogger-image--363602058.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJKY9PdBpSakUuUbWTSxJP6HKMg1AaQepNcIATqN2Y-HY4GSH78WM8iPyp4CJMtmMdHcEDwv6GCLkh9eR0hYbP_riTc5Ehx9o4CVBXnKKYLHWwwTcCddUy32HMA3qHkfxyW37WETX40-MM/s640/blogger-image--363602058.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">As it was half term, there was the wonderful Rosie and her face-painting. She was so good with the Zebra, turning her into a fairy princess! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Rosie is independent to Springfields and you can find her here on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/rosieswonderland/" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">https://www.facebook.com/rosieswonderland/</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVfCGIOjr8VfWMtKKtDKc8tecLrdt_k_O1T5b08Y0EOpo6RLYgnIFUN-ND7GyiTmABPO01a3-b9oG6soWOFqJcb6Zrc3U-YF8kd09CjbLCWztETv8TXbWN1qH54aD-VLjzWfoC0LYSwpDu/s640/blogger-image--543101141.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVfCGIOjr8VfWMtKKtDKc8tecLrdt_k_O1T5b08Y0EOpo6RLYgnIFUN-ND7GyiTmABPO01a3-b9oG6soWOFqJcb6Zrc3U-YF8kd09CjbLCWztETv8TXbWN1qH54aD-VLjzWfoC0LYSwpDu/s640/blogger-image--543101141.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">We truly had the most fun day at Springfields - apart from the Zebra being unimpressed with my rowing skills! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">We arrived at 10.30am and only left at 4.30pm as lack of naps would have resulted in tantrus if we stayed any longer... There was more than enough to keep us happy and busy all day long, and we look forward to heading back again in the future.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">If you would like to find out more or arrange your own visit, please visit Springfields Facebook page or website:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><a href="https://www.facebook.com/springfieldfunpark/">https://www.facebook.com/springfieldfunpark/</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="http://www.springfieldfunpark.co.uk/">http://www.springfieldfunpark.co.uk/</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div></div>TheCornishZebrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09935168911372603518noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3906323839470839109.post-9426088288882100832016-03-25T22:30:00.001+00:002016-03-31T00:22:40.536+01:00Lappa Valley Steam Railway & Leisure Park<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfJoT3U82-Egsdf43wEkzAaz5py7-DiPtmoAWVyx8IJlH5H8wxFRRpscTTv-cCA4N4JkUmShxIGqjQVPD4ATLPL2AJ5cE5X_fgnClJ3rZ92UXV2_iMTQSKpj9-R8V1U1GwgGR4Adkm6hKg/s640/blogger-image-526999600.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfJoT3U82-Egsdf43wEkzAaz5py7-DiPtmoAWVyx8IJlH5H8wxFRRpscTTv-cCA4N4JkUmShxIGqjQVPD4ATLPL2AJ5cE5X_fgnClJ3rZ92UXV2_iMTQSKpj9-R8V1U1GwgGR4Adkm6hKg/s640/blogger-image-526999600.jpg"></a></div></div></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">We were very lucky to be invited to spend the day here at Lappa Valley Steam Railway!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjr2bFH21cmRCPHD6cmy6LHki3UnRr32XZ-NppVh0ZjvbadkWwrJqTPgpNQ7BHcAqLLHojqMkCoLLZmCPoMuEeqSsEuicM5ZifxPOji-o8WvSCRjoqRHCqiVzXVt-7WxXMDNYQpglu0z2i8/s640/blogger-image--1174922460.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjr2bFH21cmRCPHD6cmy6LHki3UnRr32XZ-NppVh0ZjvbadkWwrJqTPgpNQ7BHcAqLLHojqMkCoLLZmCPoMuEeqSsEuicM5ZifxPOji-o8WvSCRjoqRHCqiVzXVt-7WxXMDNYQpglu0z2i8/s640/blogger-image--1174922460.jpg"></a></div></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">We have never visited Lappa Valley before so I had no idea what to expect, but I'm very pleased to say we had an amazing time! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">There is a huge variety of activities that kept us busy for an entire day, it's not just riding on a train! The whole park is clean and tidy, the staff friendly, and Lappa Valley is very suitable for toddlers. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2lbDb3MbApCBfHyAL9wXf3c3cBCBPH49aqXzPEwZUekr-ZZaqhdWdxKEAhQsl3lWB9M1CiRz6lvvXK2_UXk-2Ime8fj0EDgoUNswDTXWdhMlAAOuHhEb32PSouwCYawQ5WVNVZjAbZI4V/s640/blogger-image--1702853656.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2lbDb3MbApCBfHyAL9wXf3c3cBCBPH49aqXzPEwZUekr-ZZaqhdWdxKEAhQsl3lWB9M1CiRz6lvvXK2_UXk-2Ime8fj0EDgoUNswDTXWdhMlAAOuHhEb32PSouwCYawQ5WVNVZjAbZI4V/s640/blogger-image--1702853656.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">When we arrived, the grounds looked very clean and neat, and we could see a glimpse of a fun play park as well as a steam train.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUIu2jkdSEfJ_HkFA2ElqZEteu1KeoA-dy2FUMvdmFvxiw07tjTTYluFmvy-EmXbLq6o1XXGhJRjeIp7Zkzx7gC33YLKxloFCNwRe1X9lPey3iC9uATrOZaV965Wwz1ITgkI-ZQPVto2eJ/s640/blogger-image-364239246.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUIu2jkdSEfJ_HkFA2ElqZEteu1KeoA-dy2FUMvdmFvxiw07tjTTYluFmvy-EmXbLq6o1XXGhJRjeIp7Zkzx7gC33YLKxloFCNwRe1X9lPey3iC9uATrOZaV965Wwz1ITgkI-ZQPVto2eJ/s640/blogger-image-364239246.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">On first impressions it looked small. Teeny tiny. But how wrong I was - when we went into the ticket office, we found out this is just where we catch the train to the leisure park...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNwRSMiat1vyVLCUFAFWtEYuHZ-BgOUwgGB-Ys4M-k3o7kRNujr1LIpa_hm5kqcafKj2igaRYJLnjJ8Asu8wXj7DdMPVcJ0Q7KxRiIPMGFwuF1NRl7U3Ob7BO8lB6Ltjv1pOPnog99xADB/s640/blogger-image--329982148.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNwRSMiat1vyVLCUFAFWtEYuHZ-BgOUwgGB-Ys4M-k3o7kRNujr1LIpa_hm5kqcafKj2igaRYJLnjJ8Asu8wXj7DdMPVcJ0Q7KxRiIPMGFwuF1NRl7U3Ob7BO8lB6Ltjv1pOPnog99xADB/s640/blogger-image--329982148.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">The train was ready to depart, so we quickly ran past the initial park and took our seats. The Zebra was so happy on the train, copying all the different noises and waving at everything and anything!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpc_cBOArFvrlIwSoqoL_VgiaW-KzcX9Z4nyAmlMv0xq49ox7rJ2QY1_qPOuIR-kPVBZsfJTzU_0yMijMWu33i0tYMcyY-0N3g8FDlvGZZIoQw21AAKDVATGYTgfIRYezsVUJL-HjyDC-P/s640/blogger-image--266421520.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpc_cBOArFvrlIwSoqoL_VgiaW-KzcX9Z4nyAmlMv0xq49ox7rJ2QY1_qPOuIR-kPVBZsfJTzU_0yMijMWu33i0tYMcyY-0N3g8FDlvGZZIoQw21AAKDVATGYTgfIRYezsVUJL-HjyDC-P/s640/blogger-image--266421520.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">After the journey through the countryside, we pass a lake and arrive at the park. There is so much more to do here than just ride about on trains and we didn't know where to start...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0CzZ93nuEaSTa2OslnWOStIoJGou8dy27L5NmMv2YwurfNnU65VRCdWT08p5J5BbgDSVGRUjnn4r39g4brr0ByGt6Ohasx2lw237YKRVol3xIkV5Bp4zfWautzVRACwm2oIXdFBIwO-U5/s640/blogger-image--1378653254.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0CzZ93nuEaSTa2OslnWOStIoJGou8dy27L5NmMv2YwurfNnU65VRCdWT08p5J5BbgDSVGRUjnn4r39g4brr0ByGt6Ohasx2lw237YKRVol3xIkV5Bp4zfWautzVRACwm2oIXdFBIwO-U5/s640/blogger-image--1378653254.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">The park is set around old Cornish mine works so there are some spectacular building to see. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyT4vxLiz51c9mCUaHduaW5BeDi9C6q3k5DApG8APvCbJBvXqCsGpznEkWh341bW6YgFL-uDuesmrhR7qvKYbfo5ht5X_lFCGRkeuNVz2YqQzY5lGslEKZrwba7LL9MxxfZW7NX8y2m8Uw/s640/blogger-image--1355136983.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyT4vxLiz51c9mCUaHduaW5BeDi9C6q3k5DApG8APvCbJBvXqCsGpznEkWh341bW6YgFL-uDuesmrhR7qvKYbfo5ht5X_lFCGRkeuNVz2YqQzY5lGslEKZrwba7LL9MxxfZW7NX8y2m8Uw/s640/blogger-image--1355136983.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">There is lots to do here, but first we really wanted to ride the other trains! The Zebra made a bee-line for the electric engine...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGX3-tOlLc1kw-TAyqE8YaXYLcq4tKwdZUynax8W0yPDD_vlBk4vfr1LW0efwcei0KQjhl3wEhPJq5hOGZH_GQtScMhG4WoZhIC4kf3Wjka-fXfYvd7yWohuy3J_BHhanQDZQOS0EHB4HA/s640/blogger-image--1168984872.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGX3-tOlLc1kw-TAyqE8YaXYLcq4tKwdZUynax8W0yPDD_vlBk4vfr1LW0efwcei0KQjhl3wEhPJq5hOGZH_GQtScMhG4WoZhIC4kf3Wjka-fXfYvd7yWohuy3J_BHhanQDZQOS0EHB4HA/s640/blogger-image--1168984872.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">All aboard and we are away. I was worried the Zebra would try and stand up or jump out, but she loved it so much she sat transfixed in her seat the whole time. For such an active, wiggly toddler this is nothing short of a miracle.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGQ8h9ws3qE6IgRA10DE6EoAGORcDVL-prIvHWxmZfgK8CxQ9vNJbSu249f89U3l8Tlk51kb9mZZoWNictZyjj1exdWJjF5O8u3DBI_jT63yiC2grw_xcf8i-hHnYjFlyRKRFxmCZvSeb3/s640/blogger-image--177499827.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGQ8h9ws3qE6IgRA10DE6EoAGORcDVL-prIvHWxmZfgK8CxQ9vNJbSu249f89U3l8Tlk51kb9mZZoWNictZyjj1exdWJjF5O8u3DBI_jT63yiC2grw_xcf8i-hHnYjFlyRKRFxmCZvSeb3/s640/blogger-image--177499827.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">All change!! After doing a couple of laps on the electric train, it was over to platform two and another train carriage ride!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZb8a5Fz6NGaahOHSZHnRDNLxRae7g7qVtEDnb9wis0-xSKD6W_KjKUpsQp3sfSJJB7tpUlU-DyFJFNtfSWZctBmArcCUGQf46lEKIWTb3KTSw6yFEpnmlju0YqylJ32aCcXo1EMEHkRWo/s640/blogger-image-1968670774.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZb8a5Fz6NGaahOHSZHnRDNLxRae7g7qVtEDnb9wis0-xSKD6W_KjKUpsQp3sfSJJB7tpUlU-DyFJFNtfSWZctBmArcCUGQf46lEKIWTb3KTSw6yFEpnmlju0YqylJ32aCcXo1EMEHkRWo/s640/blogger-image-1968670774.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">We went down another<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> beautiful country track, and ended up in a big grassy area with a funky looking play park.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><br></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgg02bg6EUmm874fPmUKkRoyPzjeJd64VTJB7y9WgjLl1zeZlup43yW3EJ4BoY4hLUjNJuAGQvW573A18O0EPc0fIullEUQWXK6TL4psOReWjMzzO_p_blGAZRMLuBpRU3Rfe-OA3z5c5Id/s640/blogger-image--32844003.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgg02bg6EUmm874fPmUKkRoyPzjeJd64VTJB7y9WgjLl1zeZlup43yW3EJ4BoY4hLUjNJuAGQvW573A18O0EPc0fIullEUQWXK6TL4psOReWjMzzO_p_blGAZRMLuBpRU3Rfe-OA3z5c5Id/s640/blogger-image--32844003.jpg"></a></div><br></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">The train makes a short stop to allow us to have a play. Once here, you have the options of jumping back on after 5 minutes, waiting an hour for the next train, or there is a short nature trail that winds back to the platforms.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYkc9sHXMX8IGuWcg7rNcJJ2l8u58x0Pa8UNk4qhQNzeml9ZVKGadBoh8NPxnG7-pGL8gnTuOXWn56-lu0juG3YNhh8vAH02s7xI-N7oFDMgS6uSZSZkoTfG1GFeg62aNhCqlA8ZZCZTgK/s640/blogger-image-192472795.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYkc9sHXMX8IGuWcg7rNcJJ2l8u58x0Pa8UNk4qhQNzeml9ZVKGadBoh8NPxnG7-pGL8gnTuOXWn56-lu0juG3YNhh8vAH02s7xI-N7oFDMgS6uSZSZkoTfG1GFeg62aNhCqlA8ZZCZTgK/s640/blogger-image-192472795.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Once we returned it was time to get our crazy golf on! It's great to see no extra charge or deposits needed - just baskets to grabs balls and clubs from.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgS3q3vI3QTUCWeHz6LvV_EbQ_TNv8AhyphenhyphenFcj1Tod2mu_KMR_raHER_NSV0N1L0dqNMbtgt-FqBElkttQGczqiwgOkMerqMtx-qkbtoUuF6GVr7vvgacwMWQKDVEPZGmwDaukEJV4mS2Ka1M/s640/blogger-image--862048846.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgS3q3vI3QTUCWeHz6LvV_EbQ_TNv8AhyphenhyphenFcj1Tod2mu_KMR_raHER_NSV0N1L0dqNMbtgt-FqBElkttQGczqiwgOkMerqMtx-qkbtoUuF6GVr7vvgacwMWQKDVEPZGmwDaukEJV4mS2Ka1M/s640/blogger-image--862048846.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">The Zebra may be too young to really get the hang of the game, but she gave it a good go!! The scenery here is amazing, and we got to wave at the trains as they passed by.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7nast7N0ni25OEImzlfkH8Px4rJ6vNS2Va3pd2I4ixvTWwJs1RWeQcnakRa4cdsutfhxLrr1BNmaw22ZJsb3zwbF75d43wAXo-e3Gkq1UKtUegXJxhf-cwcDsWzT_U1O2HfXyCx_EVm8E/s640/blogger-image-619451085.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7nast7N0ni25OEImzlfkH8Px4rJ6vNS2Va3pd2I4ixvTWwJs1RWeQcnakRa4cdsutfhxLrr1BNmaw22ZJsb3zwbF75d43wAXo-e3Gkq1UKtUegXJxhf-cwcDsWzT_U1O2HfXyCx_EVm8E/s640/blogger-image-619451085.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Next to the crazy golf is the boating lake. Again, I was unsure if I should trust a toddler, but the Zebra adored sailing around the lake and I'm so glad we used the canoe.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBxC5EpeX6LmF7iLu_1tAFDFcIMW2cON6CKxu-0JUBuGWQB6DIrM2LiOi7bPu8m-4s-r5C_-4iOJKBp5sPaHpj4TbHYWxmWLv2t64ZJCB3LWKwx8Ffeo1BTbvzUWXMsNCF5p1OWPuDljih/s640/blogger-image--350986998.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBxC5EpeX6LmF7iLu_1tAFDFcIMW2cON6CKxu-0JUBuGWQB6DIrM2LiOi7bPu8m-4s-r5C_-4iOJKBp5sPaHpj4TbHYWxmWLv2t64ZJCB3LWKwx8Ffeo1BTbvzUWXMsNCF5p1OWPuDljih/s640/blogger-image--350986998.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">There's a little island in the middle which we sailed around. In amongst the reeds are some clear water patches where we saw lots of tadpoles! The Zebra was very pleased to see so many "Fisssssssh"</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2VXPVyCZhTTrOEYsnOadvt4Zu2wCaFkJFRwRacaaHWdzbONCon1jcj6Ue-nWVndsvD9gILlFqBOVrTkOJ-tE8UuR6PIXhk5UuMlNA-vVFjcZFbRoA0Pl1y6CrjbhC3oTPtJIArzI-Mkxr/s640/blogger-image-1858286665.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2VXPVyCZhTTrOEYsnOadvt4Zu2wCaFkJFRwRacaaHWdzbONCon1jcj6Ue-nWVndsvD9gILlFqBOVrTkOJ-tE8UuR6PIXhk5UuMlNA-vVFjcZFbRoA0Pl1y6CrjbhC3oTPtJIArzI-Mkxr/s640/blogger-image-1858286665.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Back on dry land, and we swap our oars for wheels. Again, it's free to use the tractors and the track. In fact, the only activity in the whole park that had an additional fee was the eclectic ride on cars by the platform. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgE2ZNrfIPBbWYy3ldMJbpKQl-CQr30UvfuuNfpJwX6mvmcoYG438taYys4mlVnsIcc95e3fnV1hZG_kNGftuptfh_D4z5nL5nPaMmbfp4EfeuMGwsMAW7dA-QHu1b7-FEQyvxVtJGxDnOA/s640/blogger-image-533993577.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgE2ZNrfIPBbWYy3ldMJbpKQl-CQr30UvfuuNfpJwX6mvmcoYG438taYys4mlVnsIcc95e3fnV1hZG_kNGftuptfh_D4z5nL5nPaMmbfp4EfeuMGwsMAW7dA-QHu1b7-FEQyvxVtJGxDnOA/s640/blogger-image-533993577.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">One of the Zebras favourite things was the merry-go-round style swings - she never normally sits in a swing for more than 30 seconds but she would have happily stayed all day in this one.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZUa4BZNIx0uZA0aW9eNQLVpN-bGoyJNuEUYkYJAUKsMfSstm5SM5LH7DLBZ3dMyqHDHYfVqybDqXoo3ScnQYhyshuFI3JE_PXHxrtEfI93egBpFbr8u4cPbgrb1c29EC4Ptn-VlBRYLyi/s640/blogger-image-124460593.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZUa4BZNIx0uZA0aW9eNQLVpN-bGoyJNuEUYkYJAUKsMfSstm5SM5LH7DLBZ3dMyqHDHYfVqybDqXoo3ScnQYhyshuFI3JE_PXHxrtEfI93egBpFbr8u4cPbgrb1c29EC4Ptn-VlBRYLyi/s640/blogger-image-124460593.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">And how cute is this playhouse?</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGTThDkl_boks6gXOjbSYYgwOroz6Xw7OvEE3BecU4iCPT7FwG1FiD0KerqUIjQi9oUKzY4zxFaPSk_yJga-Z7hZAQCUJ3kmcA-jzYnA2zSM5e0T5_ejvZ6hs7naWic2d7WS_IC-JcrR5q/s640/blogger-image-987435607.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGTThDkl_boks6gXOjbSYYgwOroz6Xw7OvEE3BecU4iCPT7FwG1FiD0KerqUIjQi9oUKzY4zxFaPSk_yJga-Z7hZAQCUJ3kmcA-jzYnA2zSM5e0T5_ejvZ6hs7naWic2d7WS_IC-JcrR5q/s640/blogger-image-987435607.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">The majority of the park is outside, but there is a small wooden building filled with toddler friendly soft play and toys. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiH4bTPpYxAbulvpMhpU4LjhZ7rTrcEW_-4mSVUXmSpQXT7dWGglFaydhsX8ueUYmqhlpEnTr11uaSTyImRG6NqAn-MXFs0KeVvdpD0iTgliy6aq8_eV2yJq8rCC34yAwwUkJBhdhPP8p9S/s640/blogger-image--457158053.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiH4bTPpYxAbulvpMhpU4LjhZ7rTrcEW_-4mSVUXmSpQXT7dWGglFaydhsX8ueUYmqhlpEnTr11uaSTyImRG6NqAn-MXFs0KeVvdpD0iTgliy6aq8_eV2yJq8rCC34yAwwUkJBhdhPP8p9S/s640/blogger-image--457158053.jpg"></a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">There are two main options for food and drinks - The Whistle Stop Cafe serving drinks, cakes and cold lunches, and the Carriage Cafe serving hot lunches.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgW52qP8W-54MOvP_3CKj1bAWIGWOkT_wJ60fBiJbmELPkgtDtDqyQXk7PkuN7GW_ob7so1XTs1AnxLRHk25XJ_EStaAyWjFbrNmjPOzApe7ay99Pb18vxTHXClhRyqjUMprIgRDLkpzTR4/s640/blogger-image-248357946.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgW52qP8W-54MOvP_3CKj1bAWIGWOkT_wJ60fBiJbmELPkgtDtDqyQXk7PkuN7GW_ob7so1XTs1AnxLRHk25XJ_EStaAyWjFbrNmjPOzApe7ay99Pb18vxTHXClhRyqjUMprIgRDLkpzTR4/s640/blogger-image-248357946.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">The Whistle Stop had lots of very yummy looking home made treats on offer. We did try some Victoria sponge cake in the afternoon and it was delish!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaAzSb9SI6QuOAK_pXZpaeFAh6dhTFOyqQ8mZXTzHCh7rP5t6oXpmALLhaHdyhUqIms1_vkw9T3aqV0AJJ_SJdZKH6TqsLa7G9e2QZb_veR78ktX61aB9cb5tiwCtT1Qk6oWcGcH_bO9jO/s640/blogger-image--292362582.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaAzSb9SI6QuOAK_pXZpaeFAh6dhTFOyqQ8mZXTzHCh7rP5t6oXpmALLhaHdyhUqIms1_vkw9T3aqV0AJJ_SJdZKH6TqsLa7G9e2QZb_veR78ktX61aB9cb5tiwCtT1Qk6oWcGcH_bO9jO/s640/blogger-image--292362582.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">As the Whistle Stop sells no warm food, we had to buy the Zebras lunch bag and then walk over to the Carrage Cafe. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9YvJflbzokL-GUzxv1C6o3dvDDSv8hF4MkvRBNfAuaJ3RxKAh8VPsuzv2JydnqH0j5KK33OVvvd5rU8_3Z0ppJbYwy0hY7ArJ7YQ1b70di6TQzesrQAQd4vAzyBsET9nN0fHZEbXrrzxx/s640/blogger-image--175113933.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9YvJflbzokL-GUzxv1C6o3dvDDSv8hF4MkvRBNfAuaJ3RxKAh8VPsuzv2JydnqH0j5KK33OVvvd5rU8_3Z0ppJbYwy0hY7ArJ7YQ1b70di6TQzesrQAQd4vAzyBsET9nN0fHZEbXrrzxx/s640/blogger-image--175113933.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Unfortunately the food was the only minor disappointment of the day. As well as the food being split half way across the park, the menu was rather limited. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKdrL-uDP7F_tAChNWQL5U4GHg_10wJ3AjTjPaBtJmqAkFzAuUDMkiMiq3dKtqA2rGd5BTgCx0QCohe8yZ2MTXV_Bp_QHPVtu4_U84IUbpsew4PLdYMG1StjY1P6v76_xYlaqLOincxs-W/s640/blogger-image--1826916493.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKdrL-uDP7F_tAChNWQL5U4GHg_10wJ3AjTjPaBtJmqAkFzAuUDMkiMiq3dKtqA2rGd5BTgCx0QCohe8yZ2MTXV_Bp_QHPVtu4_U84IUbpsew4PLdYMG1StjY1P6v76_xYlaqLOincxs-W/s640/blogger-image--1826916493.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">The Zebra had a great selection inside her bag with good, tasty treats, and also a lovely pack of crayons for colouring. However, the only option for the sandwich was a cheap white roll and she ended up just picking the cheese out and leaving the bread.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrYfQiKabFxO_ETXb3L-ngU_vZS7JFig5-IdZTgOW7Nh_xA7AxA84-b-kINx1cLs2zFSiX9BU88Sk5tz1CYndwFyutRQ8sGQvf1ss0QafjOipYPxcs2JykPF5o-h-xoekO8Xq7-XUkc4Xr/s640/blogger-image-1518744511.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrYfQiKabFxO_ETXb3L-ngU_vZS7JFig5-IdZTgOW7Nh_xA7AxA84-b-kINx1cLs2zFSiX9BU88Sk5tz1CYndwFyutRQ8sGQvf1ss0QafjOipYPxcs2JykPF5o-h-xoekO8Xq7-XUkc4Xr/s640/blogger-image-1518744511.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">I know I can be fussy with food due to my clean foods lifestyle, but there wasn't anything on the menu I felt I really wanted. I went with the tuna melt, which was okay, but was served with a very sad looking salad. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNggjqEKyVBtgQeg_rGtGx_FQuRL5yJXnjSR7oBT4ClO7Ohon7hatneiWrrkMoghsz89WzoYFC0VwbW9sULfuu8PjEwxG-rVJTK88oQRiHb8kMDRC5aRq9uDyhZBc-V-YtjTFgpCyACXOX/s640/blogger-image--930040431.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNggjqEKyVBtgQeg_rGtGx_FQuRL5yJXnjSR7oBT4ClO7Ohon7hatneiWrrkMoghsz89WzoYFC0VwbW9sULfuu8PjEwxG-rVJTK88oQRiHb8kMDRC5aRq9uDyhZBc-V-YtjTFgpCyACXOX/s640/blogger-image--930040431.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">As the name would suggest, the Carriage Cafe is set inside an old train carriage - it was fun to eat lunch feeling like we were on a train. Outside is a very smart decking area with great furniture, and although it didn't rain, I didn't quite trust the weather enough to eat outside... </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvsL2aZ85SYQvsr-DqMz5gyreqFHe6RBOVJoLKBvrUf9Xkw_IRorRKi132RCsj5CeVK2J5O5v3yQNBHK6taMFS1KdJzmS07B3xR9C0ZyaKLfINktvziDkL0aKhO31Ynxj1wKHQfmMpase0/s640/blogger-image--28469129.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvsL2aZ85SYQvsr-DqMz5gyreqFHe6RBOVJoLKBvrUf9Xkw_IRorRKi132RCsj5CeVK2J5O5v3yQNBHK6taMFS1KdJzmS07B3xR9C0ZyaKLfINktvziDkL0aKhO31Ynxj1wKHQfmMpase0/s640/blogger-image--28469129.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Other than the trains, my favourite thing about Lappa Valley is the huge variety of playground activities. I lost count of how many slides there was, and the Zebra spent a good couple hours of the day running, climbing and playing. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Nowhere felt crowed either, with lots of space to just run and enjoy. There really was a cornish countryside feel to the whole park. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHLqHy4z3oX8Lqo-TaBMafy-6g4lOE3nbiQDyvUbXC8bo_LfhyphenhyphenQyVtJ_amE1BEKcXBgujE1Zfcp8KkGyb97uQJy7ucb2lWE7n0JKRx_b1-Qidah_pWBmC82uYjOTGA0EIsye_GUV41cykX/s640/blogger-image-1455646244.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHLqHy4z3oX8Lqo-TaBMafy-6g4lOE3nbiQDyvUbXC8bo_LfhyphenhyphenQyVtJ_amE1BEKcXBgujE1Zfcp8KkGyb97uQJy7ucb2lWE7n0JKRx_b1-Qidah_pWBmC82uYjOTGA0EIsye_GUV41cykX/s640/blogger-image-1455646244.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">In fact, the Zebra spent so much time running about, she was barely able to stay awake on the train home...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhclmXm1BDFNcsaRLUf3TdDBXX7OFwi-ZFCjKu6lUNMSdxNhLTu31ABJ96Wy6pMWYZXLBgmWYNBiZGOStZ9_f1eS_6OjQ6sac-TI1HEqi8CfxVw5sGVlHJEik-TlOP6rjiZWEpopquOf0JE/s640/blogger-image-1755453422.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhclmXm1BDFNcsaRLUf3TdDBXX7OFwi-ZFCjKu6lUNMSdxNhLTu31ABJ96Wy6pMWYZXLBgmWYNBiZGOStZ9_f1eS_6OjQ6sac-TI1HEqi8CfxVw5sGVlHJEik-TlOP6rjiZWEpopquOf0JE/s640/blogger-image-1755453422.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Although she did manage to perk up for a quick play in the park at the ticket office before heading back to the car!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCMKd-VHFSo9HPEhaspIvaO-Ux00MtlZhSP7X9RvOD2xZCvbYHMWd6AmNwlEfJGnjJSqf7pj00zM1JTHOYE_tIbGlyEdsjCfGME7FqpUaMYZ3HEokL_vWEyWfBCXjvrjXZvOJge7_VBkQV/s640/blogger-image-533888477.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCMKd-VHFSo9HPEhaspIvaO-Ux00MtlZhSP7X9RvOD2xZCvbYHMWd6AmNwlEfJGnjJSqf7pj00zM1JTHOYE_tIbGlyEdsjCfGME7FqpUaMYZ3HEokL_vWEyWfBCXjvrjXZvOJge7_VBkQV/s640/blogger-image-533888477.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">A totally enjoyable day, very toddler friendly and big approval from mum. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">We had such a good time that we actually returned a couple days later with a friend and her little boy... </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">If you are looking to go more than once, there are annual passes available, as well as special offers on return visits.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">To book your visit, or find out more about the park, please visit their website or Facebook page:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">http://www.lappavalley.co.uk</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/lappavalley/">https://www.facebook.com/lappavalley/</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div>TheCornishZebrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09935168911372603518noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3906323839470839109.post-89574863652966280422016-03-22T22:53:00.001+00:002016-03-22T22:56:26.965+00:00Easter Egg Chicks<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLKVTOWi9zPrN4jDCV77lVcZKc8aZXfUKTYggMqCT8YYUoqbeBYOecpnuR1EESEPdtV3fafgqDlF3ZSDteZyxsw7Zk9OHpDJPZD5QqQfjJp8gYn_CqoBPXiPexGqhqgIfzps6fJM6Vy0y_/s640/blogger-image-1408332945.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLKVTOWi9zPrN4jDCV77lVcZKc8aZXfUKTYggMqCT8YYUoqbeBYOecpnuR1EESEPdtV3fafgqDlF3ZSDteZyxsw7Zk9OHpDJPZD5QqQfjJp8gYn_CqoBPXiPexGqhqgIfzps6fJM6Vy0y_/s640/blogger-image-1408332945.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Cheep cheep!! It's nearly Easter and we all know it's more fun to find a chick in your egg than chocolate... </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjD4dX2oKXu9z28X0eYSuby5dU2E9gg5RZySxdvkYUHQg8Nb1Ns2iybr5XyyVlArwIZjbRBR9arp8_h17Q-LmtRBO2Feowu13ZB1BADSww9V0NiltxiguKEvAB1m-e7XrQwIRu69hXKg7hM/s640/blogger-image--1345494924.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjD4dX2oKXu9z28X0eYSuby5dU2E9gg5RZySxdvkYUHQg8Nb1Ns2iybr5XyyVlArwIZjbRBR9arp8_h17Q-LmtRBO2Feowu13ZB1BADSww9V0NiltxiguKEvAB1m-e7XrQwIRu69hXKg7hM/s640/blogger-image--1345494924.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">It's not like me to buy pre-made crafts, but I found such fun stuff in The Range I just couldn't help myself! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">However, what I thought was a big bag of yellow feathers turned out to be a feather boa... Because what is Easter without dressing up like a sexy bird?!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWeen1b0i5DLKq0tsQQyEk_Bn9iT3YNC3417vcrrz8qTtOWe9LJOdzlH7DFg8AGma1fY4RDwkZp-WxLTMewnizmzQx9tyOilylQtDtyyxIaj6A9v6e3cxkBQc0ZRgAYQjJFM69o5w2T75-/s640/blogger-image-453486091.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWeen1b0i5DLKq0tsQQyEk_Bn9iT3YNC3417vcrrz8qTtOWe9LJOdzlH7DFg8AGma1fY4RDwkZp-WxLTMewnizmzQx9tyOilylQtDtyyxIaj6A9v6e3cxkBQc0ZRgAYQjJFM69o5w2T75-/s640/blogger-image-453486091.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Cover the foam chicks in PVA glue...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSIDMzvija0746JE1QM5FtNoIfSud9z_6qaquTe5WxsBzJe3g1nr7CNTrzQno7g1X7DLGk3hFjP9X2P1QRo9WDcK6UH3yraN7hu_M4InUN-TrV1FF5O3UG5P3kL0So9fqLGNOBEdxDcHxP/s640/blogger-image-277216125.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSIDMzvija0746JE1QM5FtNoIfSud9z_6qaquTe5WxsBzJe3g1nr7CNTrzQno7g1X7DLGk3hFjP9X2P1QRo9WDcK6UH3yraN7hu_M4InUN-TrV1FF5O3UG5P3kL0So9fqLGNOBEdxDcHxP/s640/blogger-image-277216125.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">...then go crazy with the feathers - Make sure you wash any glue from your hands first! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcPvQUK3a1PyjwFVh5La8fGR9kMBBw8b6XFpdG5WlRNgziWzim5MHNWCBgDwegq48AYIqPBw3Ba-2l4J17bD4jilhvtHIie2BzmVBAANw2NbE0X-i5Ou_3fC1f6Ac-48toBeg40orLgBZl/s640/blogger-image-2031780554.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcPvQUK3a1PyjwFVh5La8fGR9kMBBw8b6XFpdG5WlRNgziWzim5MHNWCBgDwegq48AYIqPBw3Ba-2l4J17bD4jilhvtHIie2BzmVBAANw2NbE0X-i5Ou_3fC1f6Ac-48toBeg40orLgBZl/s640/blogger-image-2031780554.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Once they are totally covered in feathers, put them to one side.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKrouHVYjuC1h4Yki6vnvrswjADV6hpyfYSSNMIfe4eV0zWdvxoGJLcJ7QN7mxpil7Zuo_XFPaLcwS0_HpCMeAucj_BsdhtIllhKaTA9y_kFlx6gbbErQSQQJRd3eRozc-9CbHDjnzUVxD/s640/blogger-image--1311143542.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKrouHVYjuC1h4Yki6vnvrswjADV6hpyfYSSNMIfe4eV0zWdvxoGJLcJ7QN7mxpil7Zuo_XFPaLcwS0_HpCMeAucj_BsdhtIllhKaTA9y_kFlx6gbbErQSQQJRd3eRozc-9CbHDjnzUVxD/s640/blogger-image--1311143542.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Once the chicks have dried, add some googely eyes and a triangle of orange paper for the beak.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcJSdlhEbqSAqak_4MbPGna7C04wQUuC4ivUTQC5GKZd1yZQnIUP7yejikX2B3QoswCZlg5hlAo3Faax4UB55GCfMpx4TH9gFvi5kIE2WEt-3dLjMFBLKHxD64WJWYKKPnUEpxc6tYsGJi/s640/blogger-image--1418711517.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcJSdlhEbqSAqak_4MbPGna7C04wQUuC4ivUTQC5GKZd1yZQnIUP7yejikX2B3QoswCZlg5hlAo3Faax4UB55GCfMpx4TH9gFvi5kIE2WEt-3dLjMFBLKHxD64WJWYKKPnUEpxc6tYsGJi/s640/blogger-image--1418711517.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Cut a zig-zag across the egg so the chick can hide inside.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgt57w9auGcmU9r1kbGbzBcv4BRV4Muut87JUlskmrRFbZH1hxY9E8KNLg_ylL35Jp6zxZ5LbXxNHrd5omeVRUTiaEbEoQ03byRskUdM_NFQR2q_CMNZI4J-HCnQpl374h_3AYi3k0mGIZq/s640/blogger-image--1528605541.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgt57w9auGcmU9r1kbGbzBcv4BRV4Muut87JUlskmrRFbZH1hxY9E8KNLg_ylL35Jp6zxZ5LbXxNHrd5omeVRUTiaEbEoQ03byRskUdM_NFQR2q_CMNZI4J-HCnQpl374h_3AYi3k0mGIZq/s640/blogger-image--1528605541.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Aren't they just the cutest?! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCzSDz0K4WId4JNnb05AcxpfwgQdk98OkwCB9cFlx4DRXR7ijHSAkhKZGIRawLthj_hFcnWwtS3UiV9sLW4y71Eu7nXQqP5jzYUQ-XIH2ltKjJUZXBb2h64rgBXpiLYir5ot72i57xlzsH/s640/blogger-image-1701492654.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCzSDz0K4WId4JNnb05AcxpfwgQdk98OkwCB9cFlx4DRXR7ijHSAkhKZGIRawLthj_hFcnWwtS3UiV9sLW4y71Eu7nXQqP5jzYUQ-XIH2ltKjJUZXBb2h64rgBXpiLYir5ot72i57xlzsH/s640/blogger-image-1701492654.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">And there are so many different designs you could try - the egg can also be decorated! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div>TheCornishZebrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09935168911372603518noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3906323839470839109.post-18883451541110081362016-03-13T00:50:00.001+00:002016-03-13T00:52:22.962+00:00Banana & Apple Muffins<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAqxm9E2iMwjJ3GO5eelBNS8JzDsHnXt9QguinuGXD22mlRKTa8gJzlxklOH8aZyK4iXhcgYum73JsVpeOblQchq29xlNtQLSFEtgLEqJtlzUpb4jA-qyDxv3slI_As2CXJX2TxgP-2YI0/s640/blogger-image--704816703.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAqxm9E2iMwjJ3GO5eelBNS8JzDsHnXt9QguinuGXD22mlRKTa8gJzlxklOH8aZyK4iXhcgYum73JsVpeOblQchq29xlNtQLSFEtgLEqJtlzUpb4jA-qyDxv3slI_As2CXJX2TxgP-2YI0/s640/blogger-image--704816703.jpg"></a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Any one who knows me, knows I'm all about healthy living! However, the Zebra likes baking, and loves cakes and this isn't going down well with my waist line...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1R2f8M_XuzHn0nqvkXxORpBrRCfYxoVE_wZO2-7GeZWs3EIYyUEsjfUGumxFsC47iIdjArlkMFUpyULyCUGlEvwA-9qM2l-POsSAM517m1gNtJutYKm6RFqkeNxxxnLNUWM6IEvRME3ey/s640/blogger-image-1777499772.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1R2f8M_XuzHn0nqvkXxORpBrRCfYxoVE_wZO2-7GeZWs3EIYyUEsjfUGumxFsC47iIdjArlkMFUpyULyCUGlEvwA-9qM2l-POsSAM517m1gNtJutYKm6RFqkeNxxxnLNUWM6IEvRME3ey/s640/blogger-image-1777499772.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">This week, we had a go at a healthy version of a muffin - The flour is wholemeal, the oil and milk is coconut and the filling is fruit not chocolate!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Ingredients: </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">275g wholemeal self raising flour</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">2tsp baking powder</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">25g soft light brow sugar</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">2 bananas </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">300g frozen apples</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">1tsp orange peel</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">1tsp orange juice</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">300ml coconut milk</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">1 egg</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">3tbsp coconut oil</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">To decorate:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Honey </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Porridge oats </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">****preheat oven to 200degs</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh72z_bakFZV36LJt7G8X5RKZNb1OJzsNSNDQMj_OJQa3S6RmWDNqHJFQOk9eOjDNeHGKQIndOGNIIlZMUV0U6I1X-xy4UP5ZTDLCbpf_8SQyU_feLMR0Ei5CNeIYrcZlIx8APlxLE4tmQl/s640/blogger-image--248202576.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh72z_bakFZV36LJt7G8X5RKZNb1OJzsNSNDQMj_OJQa3S6RmWDNqHJFQOk9eOjDNeHGKQIndOGNIIlZMUV0U6I1X-xy4UP5ZTDLCbpf_8SQyU_feLMR0Ei5CNeIYrcZlIx8APlxLE4tmQl/s640/blogger-image--248202576.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Using a juicer or blender, make a pureee from all the fruits. This is the Zebras favourite kitchen toy!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjByyVYfVXx7RA8owTTB_ZV336dHcvWlyGFf62F0uX-CJKz7fX6O4wPcwu5V2KqMPcM5M3OnAu130h24LFTrcub2fbUts1Z-02A8zRfAwj2QBZlDC_KzwnyenF80bcvNghWhItS6fHeEQ_F/s640/blogger-image--1128961771.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjByyVYfVXx7RA8owTTB_ZV336dHcvWlyGFf62F0uX-CJKz7fX6O4wPcwu5V2KqMPcM5M3OnAu130h24LFTrcub2fbUts1Z-02A8zRfAwj2QBZlDC_KzwnyenF80bcvNghWhItS6fHeEQ_F/s640/blogger-image--1128961771.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Into a big bowl, pour the flour, baking powder, and sugar, then mix well.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjk0miD2d2OPm9vN9B1cZGeY93toclTG7me-SC3EAKHRT6O-Suuiu28Q-tCtuxa1K7vsayuOoEZCw5n7JxKumub1X0J1647YQcWDtxu9QhlT9hvigZ1J6Z58d29Q68jECNw6B4N94d7GUTr/s640/blogger-image-465668450.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjk0miD2d2OPm9vN9B1cZGeY93toclTG7me-SC3EAKHRT6O-Suuiu28Q-tCtuxa1K7vsayuOoEZCw5n7JxKumub1X0J1647YQcWDtxu9QhlT9hvigZ1J6Z58d29Q68jECNw6B4N94d7GUTr/s640/blogger-image-465668450.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Make a well in the middle and then pour in the milk, egg, and oil. Try not to drop the egg cup in the bowl!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaT4gNx35xwu8bFuYBi79AcvX4CTR9LLekRr_JIeOW_G3meWoDkbIzsV1QrN6ughRiqa8DFYZrUSI4ayoj1Y7E1IVnY9QNmtBRqAZCxoeEpH1pN5Ea_zi9Ygv5OFcwEITg5gxDDPMJ3dZi/s640/blogger-image-1636312614.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaT4gNx35xwu8bFuYBi79AcvX4CTR9LLekRr_JIeOW_G3meWoDkbIzsV1QrN6ughRiqa8DFYZrUSI4ayoj1Y7E1IVnY9QNmtBRqAZCxoeEpH1pN5Ea_zi9Ygv5OFcwEITg5gxDDPMJ3dZi/s640/blogger-image-1636312614.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Finally, mix in the fruit purée and stir until the batter is smooth.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2b9JYcHzuhrrve2NfpU1junfHkyaogqz01lR22DXqgA7M6vDt7-2hfRy4ur3hPxsk94vfhHcsyVVKsIloN6rdnSmzFL8DnhHoCi5tl7FIoJqeYi6nW5wtYqTCTVi8Ed7Av_XK1ouy9ISb/s640/blogger-image--139688881.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2b9JYcHzuhrrve2NfpU1junfHkyaogqz01lR22DXqgA7M6vDt7-2hfRy4ur3hPxsk94vfhHcsyVVKsIloN6rdnSmzFL8DnhHoCi5tl7FIoJqeYi6nW5wtYqTCTVi8Ed7Av_XK1ouy9ISb/s640/blogger-image--139688881.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Spoon the mixture into muffin cases - we found it made 14 in total with a bit left over to lick from the spoon...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigJxNp5ZbqCXFqvXPIOCzo8yNyYzhcFFvm_lyMBh7WOGsNr6wmj4h5T_oCH8zNrVPYjVHHcRrRTP8TL2MDqpYcbT9gBgN8NakvU-XCF-j6H2WmxbjWR4zmdcWHcCGj_WUCUkVvtPkaFNrk/s640/blogger-image--2007747999.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigJxNp5ZbqCXFqvXPIOCzo8yNyYzhcFFvm_lyMBh7WOGsNr6wmj4h5T_oCH8zNrVPYjVHHcRrRTP8TL2MDqpYcbT9gBgN8NakvU-XCF-j6H2WmxbjWR4zmdcWHcCGj_WUCUkVvtPkaFNrk/s640/blogger-image--2007747999.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Pop in the oven for around 30 minutes but keep an eye on them!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxfzwrubD30aORVyzcQXwlRQIPj66AhZt4Xt6FaQRtsDFkApl_l2Kz_toiKgddA1rvf-zq2jRLChoNmNMjHUfSOgogrM1DYdqmLnbDeMngDY-cleV49LZfvFEd2VZE_0tu_7HKA1RRnxtS/s640/blogger-image-1720417580.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxfzwrubD30aORVyzcQXwlRQIPj66AhZt4Xt6FaQRtsDFkApl_l2Kz_toiKgddA1rvf-zq2jRLChoNmNMjHUfSOgogrM1DYdqmLnbDeMngDY-cleV49LZfvFEd2VZE_0tu_7HKA1RRnxtS/s640/blogger-image-1720417580.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Once they have cooled, drizzle over some honey and sprinkle on some oats... Delicious and guilt free!</div><br></div>TheCornishZebrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09935168911372603518noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3906323839470839109.post-38214268971635340302016-03-10T15:23:00.001+00:002016-03-13T22:23:56.622+00:00St. Patrick's Day<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjc2bBcfIZ18DuGae-Uw8v9wg0CHkGmd9lHydIi977gZbWw4ExdQ80fGfPqc_WL14BVsL2Vrp7ulFjTB16rJhNhp2u4W7KBWY9TDBGCeby3ppzK4yFqeqIWIyNFoz61tqQmNufyoiD4XuGC/s640/blogger-image--928551740.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjc2bBcfIZ18DuGae-Uw8v9wg0CHkGmd9lHydIi977gZbWw4ExdQ80fGfPqc_WL14BVsL2Vrp7ulFjTB16rJhNhp2u4W7KBWY9TDBGCeby3ppzK4yFqeqIWIyNFoz61tqQmNufyoiD4XuGC/s640/blogger-image--928551740.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Happy St Patrick's Day! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Here's hoping you find a pot of gold at the end of your rainbow...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUNwc_4Hl5m8MHmkUbWjfkROtEXzd5Jz1W9p5F5Z1TyH888kPf8IIMPuihqb_aENsIivvpEIxhWagV2uGCl_9JodJfvu_4nB3pklr-yHsziu78lUp3QMkuNJ-IWaeyuB33rF3W6K-rYdrY/s640/blogger-image--438055836.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUNwc_4Hl5m8MHmkUbWjfkROtEXzd5Jz1W9p5F5Z1TyH888kPf8IIMPuihqb_aENsIivvpEIxhWagV2uGCl_9JodJfvu_4nB3pklr-yHsziu78lUp3QMkuNJ-IWaeyuB33rF3W6K-rYdrY/s640/blogger-image--438055836.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">As well as the yummy rainbow fruit breakfast and the emerald green snacks, we have made some lovely crafts! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0jrITVUqr8Ie8AhmotKHCbG567JKoTelenbIQNUbQs94Hp_c61zioqxBJoO7gXF09EaSlMKhrXHkly_BgSOgcQqtoVm97L8VPzxZHDfaaWdAwg-OyVsBRIgTqbSF8TawDKt1OAZtMslWU/s640/blogger-image-1022122225.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0jrITVUqr8Ie8AhmotKHCbG567JKoTelenbIQNUbQs94Hp_c61zioqxBJoO7gXF09EaSlMKhrXHkly_BgSOgcQqtoVm97L8VPzxZHDfaaWdAwg-OyVsBRIgTqbSF8TawDKt1OAZtMslWU/s640/blogger-image-1022122225.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">We used an arrary of paints - as you would expect when painting a rainbows! For the shamrocks we used green paint, and also a mosaic of green textures (we always keep junk mail and use it for cutting out bits for crafting).</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEuWZsk9Puy85KutN491UY9q87kVWRizlePsYt9wvvMLimIlxohUUSN8C_4RJFjpHE3Q1Ld24J9pwr9Mm1sTPhXUlcJ7_-bU5QKVwDgnyOxDxUIxw8Toxz4G_nj_ybpqXEaSIc5nUvVtni/s640/blogger-image-1162797544.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEuWZsk9Puy85KutN491UY9q87kVWRizlePsYt9wvvMLimIlxohUUSN8C_4RJFjpHE3Q1Ld24J9pwr9Mm1sTPhXUlcJ7_-bU5QKVwDgnyOxDxUIxw8Toxz4G_nj_ybpqXEaSIc5nUvVtni/s640/blogger-image-1162797544.jpg"></a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Use each colour of the rainbow to paint a handprint on white paper. Let them dry, then cut them out. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLGkBvAAYg-adQ-z8CuOaQJP7OZJJUGmAvtDV0_YykCvWo9HbnhcwEzdPPznwnB6v4PbL0Ow_SufnC1JODUq99sIatzjgh4W77nChirhT9ZLCULHXS5Zx34lov0xsjblyjutF7pNUyZFm2/s640/blogger-image--349997906.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLGkBvAAYg-adQ-z8CuOaQJP7OZJJUGmAvtDV0_YykCvWo9HbnhcwEzdPPznwnB6v4PbL0Ow_SufnC1JODUq99sIatzjgh4W77nChirhT9ZLCULHXS5Zx34lov0xsjblyjutF7pNUyZFm2/s640/blogger-image--349997906.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Cut out a rainbow shape from white card and then glue down the handprints. Isn't this just the cutest rainbow ever!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhrsbdwu2PbWTTa1z7mvMCgGgLzd1kAFwxdhD8FCrsNbftv2JtgkORrPZj1dr9j2hVP9Rjg2T75CEWYayi6kcuzIc900bVD-kruqK1rKj4OWqj5MDouiEf1nKB966lzbO_gR3n_L5h-9Rf/s640/blogger-image-2065360352.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhrsbdwu2PbWTTa1z7mvMCgGgLzd1kAFwxdhD8FCrsNbftv2JtgkORrPZj1dr9j2hVP9Rjg2T75CEWYayi6kcuzIc900bVD-kruqK1rKj4OWqj5MDouiEf1nKB966lzbO_gR3n_L5h-9Rf/s640/blogger-image-2065360352.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">For the first shamrock, we used some old corks and dabbed them in green paint - the Zebra had so much fun stamping!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8jhFK6gPzDsUYI5Q5KZyJy2dnE6lSPOF3ZLlE6T4bD8E6WamELAk37H3pk1dNktGhB9YUUKmIwnzslyPosDIm2duuYAaNmyJCzLMuWLgPyRii4QV3xkfvBXkA5tYOeF7BW6f7SHFSr8qy/s640/blogger-image--1602997072.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8jhFK6gPzDsUYI5Q5KZyJy2dnE6lSPOF3ZLlE6T4bD8E6WamELAk37H3pk1dNktGhB9YUUKmIwnzslyPosDIm2duuYAaNmyJCzLMuWLgPyRii4QV3xkfvBXkA5tYOeF7BW6f7SHFSr8qy/s640/blogger-image--1602997072.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">We then covered a sheet in glue and stuck down all the cut out green pieces to make a big collage.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibAqzHsIbJW7CdynIq4DCRztKXXS1ELh1rTi2MNZn-IWzaesGMRYelBPgIH4W-M6xWJgqoj2NmfDHGOxlZkMUFNo6OMWqk6r2feSynl7ta2hkbho4-Du_vnRJNBipmDKoBHO9vz_DJBEiV/s640/blogger-image-1947425399.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibAqzHsIbJW7CdynIq4DCRztKXXS1ELh1rTi2MNZn-IWzaesGMRYelBPgIH4W-M6xWJgqoj2NmfDHGOxlZkMUFNo6OMWqk6r2feSynl7ta2hkbho4-Du_vnRJNBipmDKoBHO9vz_DJBEiV/s640/blogger-image-1947425399.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Once they had both dried, I used a heart shake cookie cutter to make a shape of a shamrock to cut around. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFGUSloOOVaXRGhVE4fc0ZsSXqDO3QS4aenqUdhlE6qehFBqaERZsqzSjFQdk7QIXmA3uqSLGZsVC1fYswksgJb4Z9O7zzj4Y1KT95d84yD5HtuXRd-VREglpTNnDZmv-RwtJiINv9B1Zv/s640/blogger-image-1843150238.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFGUSloOOVaXRGhVE4fc0ZsSXqDO3QS4aenqUdhlE6qehFBqaERZsqzSjFQdk7QIXmA3uqSLGZsVC1fYswksgJb4Z9O7zzj4Y1KT95d84yD5HtuXRd-VREglpTNnDZmv-RwtJiINv9B1Zv/s640/blogger-image-1843150238.jpg"></a></div><br></div></div></div>💚May the luck of the Irish be with you💚 </div>TheCornishZebrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09935168911372603518noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3906323839470839109.post-48165214032146403842016-03-03T11:16:00.001+00:002016-03-22T15:46:59.505+00:00Daffodils<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKkKvAJAsLDfxCeUzKd4hWNkEwS9Op1azyUTbUXrJtJ5K6GWX2CrsjTxUkm82sRKeGB7dyk3v1NGcHdSf4XW60ZexdCrvmwsHxUI-cDNzWUFzyg9sMBy3jcVw3nDi0UmFki5hyJOdDyd3S/s640/blogger-image--179718477.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKkKvAJAsLDfxCeUzKd4hWNkEwS9Op1azyUTbUXrJtJ5K6GWX2CrsjTxUkm82sRKeGB7dyk3v1NGcHdSf4XW60ZexdCrvmwsHxUI-cDNzWUFzyg9sMBy3jcVw3nDi0UmFki5hyJOdDyd3S/s640/blogger-image--179718477.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Spring is almost here! The weather is getting nicer, and 20th March was the official start on the calendar...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-px8ks_mwvPJ1IXzOf6jQlZjkcyVdvx2OXv8mTkPluy8om2NHYQZbhTfAm2IBbQgA3uLOVEX7BoVNUdiB520tLcyxX93wmFJn0TuBBsqd-M8gwYFgZjCV0ibhGcEWan4tiWx7GAWesFyq/s640/blogger-image--889884804.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-px8ks_mwvPJ1IXzOf6jQlZjkcyVdvx2OXv8mTkPluy8om2NHYQZbhTfAm2IBbQgA3uLOVEX7BoVNUdiB520tLcyxX93wmFJn0TuBBsqd-M8gwYFgZjCV0ibhGcEWan4tiWx7GAWesFyq/s640/blogger-image--889884804.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">We made these pictures for mothers day, however they are a great general Spring craft, or even for Easter cards.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJEeyb7GG3BgueFcbsUbY5cprGX1aRjoWvT0gtzaDiZmouGB0YMz-iH1n3Ct-BImG9rmg-ims2oAt3uVHaP5kkSTq9kOoJcW9SAeIe_jBlYL1zDWCv9jIdAMMRPAEOjlRid7NHDQ5wAZ_f/s640/blogger-image-860846153.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJEeyb7GG3BgueFcbsUbY5cprGX1aRjoWvT0gtzaDiZmouGB0YMz-iH1n3Ct-BImG9rmg-ims2oAt3uVHaP5kkSTq9kOoJcW9SAeIe_jBlYL1zDWCv9jIdAMMRPAEOjlRid7NHDQ5wAZ_f/s640/blogger-image-860846153.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">This Zebra just loves her hand being painted!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDOw8bbvgzZoJoG-RC6-wvw6y2-j419CJerrV9NIs7aCuRgkPEb-aT2PrGO6cXxGLN4fyzVpIhh0G6aJAZUqFyhTB6Cr9514sRR2pFMJgbLk4LnIPVPkaFR7K83DgXkPhWxNrENd6JRk0d/s640/blogger-image--454984421.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDOw8bbvgzZoJoG-RC6-wvw6y2-j419CJerrV9NIs7aCuRgkPEb-aT2PrGO6cXxGLN4fyzVpIhh0G6aJAZUqFyhTB6Cr9514sRR2pFMJgbLk4LnIPVPkaFR7K83DgXkPhWxNrENd6JRk0d/s640/blogger-image--454984421.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Stamp four yellow hands to create the outer petals...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIt7uGFM5vEYiJZ4rX3BnQBp9pzUlvIy9eIxkdSbTUg25GU3YSq63EhF1myLNpbAbiZOswLb5PkDqXMnyNO70prg2cZKj_GjV79pfVYU9Ixexye3JueST3zDyR6YPwPSifSqQO5yi2oDI_/s640/blogger-image--200827085.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIt7uGFM5vEYiJZ4rX3BnQBp9pzUlvIy9eIxkdSbTUg25GU3YSq63EhF1myLNpbAbiZOswLb5PkDqXMnyNO70prg2cZKj_GjV79pfVYU9Ixexye3JueST3zDyR6YPwPSifSqQO5yi2oDI_/s640/blogger-image--200827085.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">...and an orange hand in the middle for the flowers head. Mummy then added a line of green for the stem.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWmp78mtNbWbQ10bwERaqRsA3OLkbzQAf8zDerIhOEtAmE3ksUUtp4caFXwt5s7utmbeeS8x3JMKqOcPzwu1tM_62GqtoBuLloYsVHXLSYQvrgaa89NXfrOiCza40V4W_-vwslRF1CiOT6/s640/blogger-image--569440817.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWmp78mtNbWbQ10bwERaqRsA3OLkbzQAf8zDerIhOEtAmE3ksUUtp4caFXwt5s7utmbeeS8x3JMKqOcPzwu1tM_62GqtoBuLloYsVHXLSYQvrgaa89NXfrOiCza40V4W_-vwslRF1CiOT6/s640/blogger-image--569440817.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">It's not just daffodils, this method could be used to create all sorts of colourful flowers!</div>TheCornishZebrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09935168911372603518noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3906323839470839109.post-80799664255576963762016-03-02T22:24:00.001+00:002016-03-08T17:09:14.583+00:00Wheal Martyn and Claylets<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoMhimZj7JlCVRi4ifYuM8Wux8ZFkO-NxG5LU3rfH3Gu1mdhnW6hXCEwBqQrjya72k9qy0S3HlSDaaWZsVmPQTe2OsssDGC54wSMhAsqWClJCv4NaCDf6OAQrZpbxBfVCBvTZ7hokG1b3C/s640/blogger-image-42747863.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoMhimZj7JlCVRi4ifYuM8Wux8ZFkO-NxG5LU3rfH3Gu1mdhnW6hXCEwBqQrjya72k9qy0S3HlSDaaWZsVmPQTe2OsssDGC54wSMhAsqWClJCv4NaCDf6OAQrZpbxBfVCBvTZ7hokG1b3C/s640/blogger-image-42747863.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">We have been very lucky to be invited to visit Wheal Martyn China Clay Museum and Country Park. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Even though I grew up just a couple of miles from the centre, I have never been before so was very exited, and we was even more lucky to have such beautiful weather for this time of year! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnsaexHoEo8E-KzbZCUtPw3kuR87uv6v8YgQ1JsDQEabcuVFoRMeZLGnwCQSslaCr9YC8b-sAVPBOp974C4r1kipEVSVKv9dun8mZjVDSqupW5n4ahyphenhyphencfpqqrkix52SPuxG3iIjIUxSdGg/s640/blogger-image-1353409816.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnsaexHoEo8E-KzbZCUtPw3kuR87uv6v8YgQ1JsDQEabcuVFoRMeZLGnwCQSslaCr9YC8b-sAVPBOp974C4r1kipEVSVKv9dun8mZjVDSqupW5n4ahyphenhyphencfpqqrkix52SPuxG3iIjIUxSdGg/s640/blogger-image-1353409816.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">As well as spending the day discovering Wheal Martyn's treasures, we were exited to attend the Claylets group.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">This is a new session, held from 11am-12pm on the last Thursday of each month.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhykuS7F-wViUvhXyOVHbucHcf9BJdxhrtRe7CmzwWIY7EImWwWNXEozFdTIABe9pVaZY1QF8SFRsuUIJo-F83M526hyvWQm_FEl9rdlI_mYShGGmEOLr85JSRZoIEhU_1cI6NNXb8OCOTe/s640/blogger-image--992638340.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhykuS7F-wViUvhXyOVHbucHcf9BJdxhrtRe7CmzwWIY7EImWwWNXEozFdTIABe9pVaZY1QF8SFRsuUIJo-F83M526hyvWQm_FEl9rdlI_mYShGGmEOLr85JSRZoIEhU_1cI6NNXb8OCOTe/s640/blogger-image--992638340.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">The Claylets is held in the very pretty tearoom which is open to the public, not just those visiting the museum and park. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXBn9lyjczrHk6CUoQtygRhSIxtq6Quu64YvugGAAv5-C5Zkm9z5fXvkxWzNUAXD7ISR8owNdITo3k35ylNtqcikkXXjzxQmOVLWhZZmDbPqP5ATTCM4XbPGzmoDDfVcOdRGM0Qxe5HN3R/s640/blogger-image--2088183790.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXBn9lyjczrHk6CUoQtygRhSIxtq6Quu64YvugGAAv5-C5Zkm9z5fXvkxWzNUAXD7ISR8owNdITo3k35ylNtqcikkXXjzxQmOVLWhZZmDbPqP5ATTCM4XbPGzmoDDfVcOdRGM0Qxe5HN3R/s640/blogger-image--2088183790.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">This is a new group (the session we attended was only their second) and was rather quiet, but I'm sure once word of mouth gets around it will become much busier. We look forward to attending again and the outside adventures they have planned for later in the year.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLPPQACVNWCh3aGZf9QYSdtMb23Y6HTzCXAldmz2ZmttbPqNrO8ZQeZSosfIUfBnhYeP7QB4U7AJ_OetwAzcJGYxnXz_tTTf1k5B3-AiQG5xkCE_hUf1Z9FEw9zUJcpciRB4VbKPVRS7r9/s640/blogger-image--921670633.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLPPQACVNWCh3aGZf9QYSdtMb23Y6HTzCXAldmz2ZmttbPqNrO8ZQeZSosfIUfBnhYeP7QB4U7AJ_OetwAzcJGYxnXz_tTTf1k5B3-AiQG5xkCE_hUf1Z9FEw9zUJcpciRB4VbKPVRS7r9/s640/blogger-image--921670633.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">It was a fantastic hour, and the Zebra had so much fun! Each month there is a theme which links into Wheal Martyn - this one was all about diggers and big machines. There was a huge wooden train set to play with, lots of different pictures to colour in and books about trucks and tractors. The craft activity was glueing and sticking big digger wheels, and during music time we obviously had a sing-song to 'The wheels on the bus'! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhc7uH0_666n-kMuTdpy-FvPvYfRW9iPEEj9FhNiyyGH9Q-xVlgaNNdZHurI6tsoFCPodVQjCD3DR1gyXLAQsqy6Uvjuco_unOZPqw74asoi4KklSoTIJjl9swZn1N0ezL4OfKWHzuZSP4H/s640/blogger-image--752571177.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhc7uH0_666n-kMuTdpy-FvPvYfRW9iPEEj9FhNiyyGH9Q-xVlgaNNdZHurI6tsoFCPodVQjCD3DR1gyXLAQsqy6Uvjuco_unOZPqw74asoi4KklSoTIJjl9swZn1N0ezL4OfKWHzuZSP4H/s640/blogger-image--752571177.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">After lots of fun with the Claylets, we stayed in the tea room to refuel with some lunch. The food all looks delicious and is homemade and locally sourced where possible. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">The children's lunch was a box meal and it was fantastic to see a big, fresh sandwich brought out with it. Inside was also a pack of colourful molding clay, pencils and picture to colour - perfect to distract the Zebra while I tried to sneakily eat my cake without sharing...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSRE4PfGD5mixc_RHdN1RxL5InV1iY1C3rLbGtSVBTR8lgTEOaxFGIs9dWAdKeQx7bOpB8GbB5fSrGZf1jfIDp7JwuweYwo27eo_NCDeBeOABZcwp52_e-bib4IJtHEouLl52Ixnvz5iBi/s640/blogger-image-1998854186.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSRE4PfGD5mixc_RHdN1RxL5InV1iY1C3rLbGtSVBTR8lgTEOaxFGIs9dWAdKeQx7bOpB8GbB5fSrGZf1jfIDp7JwuweYwo27eo_NCDeBeOABZcwp52_e-bib4IJtHEouLl52Ixnvz5iBi/s640/blogger-image-1998854186.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">With our tummies full it was time to explore the museum! I was a bit skeptical about what to expect, only because Wheal Martyn has never been particularly advertised as a children's attraction...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">However, the Zebra found lots of fun bits to keep her happy and entertained, while I was able to read and learn more about the past and present world of China Clay. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">I can remember watching the big ships docked in Charlestown being filled with clay, and you can't miss the big sky tips all around the clay villages, so it was great to finally learn a lot more about St Austells heritage and involvement in the China Clay industry.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSy2PcyM3bcsvYVsLq3MvM_KNJbPh3c2fQ_x3H5vilr6VgERifHCAOnkVIi2SPutPKaDe1l5QMyM4OOVYVID9-mqIkBXpvNcY9dWp-FYMuz7U_u_CmPe22JkPJo8k4qqj8obceMHxGhHbf/s640/blogger-image--1965038067.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSy2PcyM3bcsvYVsLq3MvM_KNJbPh3c2fQ_x3H5vilr6VgERifHCAOnkVIi2SPutPKaDe1l5QMyM4OOVYVID9-mqIkBXpvNcY9dWp-FYMuz7U_u_CmPe22JkPJo8k4qqj8obceMHxGhHbf/s640/blogger-image--1965038067.jpg"></a></div></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">There was lots to look at - displays, posters and models - all which was really interesting for me and fun for the Zebra!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzhDqVlX_Cd5elAXRWo93gh5YWHpxGwqVOohKMm_eiPYrrl1xLVRzjg7juVauCDw3eDKLI8OgXsnF0UwA-B0a3Xs4uXNrTn8quPuC_8KQ7TykPfKweQ34t0Iw02bkjrI5p8gpTn1B341Ik/s640/blogger-image-81390169.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzhDqVlX_Cd5elAXRWo93gh5YWHpxGwqVOohKMm_eiPYrrl1xLVRzjg7juVauCDw3eDKLI8OgXsnF0UwA-B0a3Xs4uXNrTn8quPuC_8KQ7TykPfKweQ34t0Iw02bkjrI5p8gpTn1B341Ik/s640/blogger-image-81390169.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">And look what we found half way around - a lovely craft station set up for children!! We spent a lovely time glueing and colouring a spring time butterfly. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHZwhDzmANm5ZXxT7pv1igaAsPvLWGkQDxmc08H9pATFAsAl7crJvejx5EyxclVAMXlNwhsypN6oYOQoh97gxhhxj_L0BuvvPtEOiEF3E_yLL8BCseWeSNM63WsddRzOd4iebXey1FSPEU/s640/blogger-image--1334227687.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHZwhDzmANm5ZXxT7pv1igaAsPvLWGkQDxmc08H9pATFAsAl7crJvejx5EyxclVAMXlNwhsypN6oYOQoh97gxhhxj_L0BuvvPtEOiEF3E_yLL8BCseWeSNM63WsddRzOd4iebXey1FSPEU/s640/blogger-image--1334227687.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">As well as the exhibits, there are two films to watch. The first one was all about the life of a child many years ago in the pits, and the second was much more up to date showing all the big machines and modern technologies involved. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEira6OJB9dnSB_mt_TACDu91j2M6Zdc174wIYNzIT86zOcQkykEFhq9RefEbgO3GbM0wt4ERGfWTSuFhtqCZsABE46mQLfCvz6D0y1rF3-sqns_y19rfsgjqU8ZXlgxZsNDWIicIVDnXgcX/s640/blogger-image-2073585251.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEira6OJB9dnSB_mt_TACDu91j2M6Zdc174wIYNzIT86zOcQkykEFhq9RefEbgO3GbM0wt4ERGfWTSuFhtqCZsABE46mQLfCvz6D0y1rF3-sqns_y19rfsgjqU8ZXlgxZsNDWIicIVDnXgcX/s640/blogger-image-2073585251.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">With the sun shining and a much better understanding of China clay, it was time to get outside and explore the grounds and outside sections.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWyO-tG876qHuwRk00QHsIQ-2NmeY6fbFv3-iJyYRhPVQX2DDyOfiOTR2iWseZQrPoazKrhnpbg4AxqL4YcNUyf2qZ9TQO-bycJUksB7iTZ9nbOMFOHB3uLcQT-xou5Kfn2ZXg2t_NJ2nx/s640/blogger-image--1078367079.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWyO-tG876qHuwRk00QHsIQ-2NmeY6fbFv3-iJyYRhPVQX2DDyOfiOTR2iWseZQrPoazKrhnpbg4AxqL4YcNUyf2qZ9TQO-bycJUksB7iTZ9nbOMFOHB3uLcQT-xou5Kfn2ZXg2t_NJ2nx/s640/blogger-image--1078367079.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">There are lots of beautiful spots everywhere we turned, and with benches and tables along the way we can't wait to return with a picnic in the summer. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIsXwEtU_H_ZgPBeCpmFdWSJ8cvSVHTSIdBOZHSiz-Oo80FVXI6tIxPfCmT0deqtPP6Z7qNBibELGxTcNn-MhqcRXENpGDwGGDfEQ2KXUIyeLf_KavpXzioCVPDqIloXcz7KZetqsA1OXA/s640/blogger-image-2039461498.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIsXwEtU_H_ZgPBeCpmFdWSJ8cvSVHTSIdBOZHSiz-Oo80FVXI6tIxPfCmT0deqtPP6Z7qNBibELGxTcNn-MhqcRXENpGDwGGDfEQ2KXUIyeLf_KavpXzioCVPDqIloXcz7KZetqsA1OXA/s640/blogger-image-2039461498.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">The centre is a former clay works and the old buildings have all been used, restored or left open to explore. Behind the museum sits the old mountain created from the old <span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">works. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJQ5MkK7709-zH3QrpVW2dLx1HvYGj1MP63ryALTaugWeRSbFMKB3pHFQeYr3CY3fqgvrogxi0MnU8F2CmQygeMGois6XM3wsPR5KD913Rhxk7cA60wZpjAj2rz5T-iWP0Le5ZEusbxBBQ/s640/blogger-image-2118960256.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJQ5MkK7709-zH3QrpVW2dLx1HvYGj1MP63ryALTaugWeRSbFMKB3pHFQeYr3CY3fqgvrogxi0MnU8F2CmQygeMGois6XM3wsPR5KD913Rhxk7cA60wZpjAj2rz5T-iWP0Le5ZEusbxBBQ/s640/blogger-image-2118960256.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Water plays a very important part in China clay production and there are two fully working water wheels in the grounds. They are both mesmerising and we had great fun watching them.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikVsQZ30hjhg2ic6J8RroZAQF3A746Wz6IvJDEEYrG9lXsHMsVyPePgFxH9Zus00E0VwyYYlhbLsqr-HAy-MLF0EWxTYf88H2KPKorW7KWNnOZ9XiYxPRatXktQsPkaVCqVqlnpB0FllYA/s640/blogger-image--1955251714.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikVsQZ30hjhg2ic6J8RroZAQF3A746Wz6IvJDEEYrG9lXsHMsVyPePgFxH9Zus00E0VwyYYlhbLsqr-HAy-MLF0EWxTYf88H2KPKorW7KWNnOZ9XiYxPRatXktQsPkaVCqVqlnpB0FllYA/s640/blogger-image--1955251714.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">A short walk up from the museum is a seris of old buildings housing more exhibits, old cars and big machines. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Up in the roof of one of the buildings is a very spooky restoration, made even more eery by the working sounds being played. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoWhLnxKp8gjx17rH02UXnp8RYSSwpARTVr0Nzdp_O7Dz8sdh41f4dziKK6Gy8x-qXNVCK4ySVxbdP-eROuUmyGGGPyevIdsqgNenH2X4VFzBIgAsiIbKy8IQ7x0jdlC5-dpyPWFAiDDIv/s640/blogger-image--1100418751.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoWhLnxKp8gjx17rH02UXnp8RYSSwpARTVr0Nzdp_O7Dz8sdh41f4dziKK6Gy8x-qXNVCK4ySVxbdP-eROuUmyGGGPyevIdsqgNenH2X4VFzBIgAsiIbKy8IQ7x0jdlC5-dpyPWFAiDDIv/s640/blogger-image--1100418751.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">This is an old clay works and as such was not built with pushchairs in mind - The majority of the country park is buggy friendly but some routes would be a little challenging! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCAu2Im3EWDqvBbNRd2yGrrxa9GIOC8G_LZ89dAXPNhrQBC-o_NHRkyVvTmSC962W8XZse_rzfWQDDUgq_DZx22UqSC86pfSJyx9gy3zT9VvxnSRBEFac6XrT4XAuLtPnO12UOWV3J7uau/s640/blogger-image-974281336.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCAu2Im3EWDqvBbNRd2yGrrxa9GIOC8G_LZ89dAXPNhrQBC-o_NHRkyVvTmSC962W8XZse_rzfWQDDUgq_DZx22UqSC86pfSJyx9gy3zT9VvxnSRBEFac6XrT4XAuLtPnO12UOWV3J7uau/s640/blogger-image-974281336.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">As we left the building behind, we climbed up the hill and found these beautiful<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> China Clay works. It was so interesting to follow the production journey, all with some breathtaking views!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjk79sFZMEBPMnpnGD7uBhUKrwTjbtnlE-tofpJxbMhwnTuWQSHBb1mzj6htNjeUWPV7vYMrAGjKJSR7Qu4k31WYvNnDXvVZI7mV_E6BZfMJe1aMsqOYcFbqmMuYeS1y9e2VBC27hKBjXn9/s640/blogger-image-513395101.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjk79sFZMEBPMnpnGD7uBhUKrwTjbtnlE-tofpJxbMhwnTuWQSHBb1mzj6htNjeUWPV7vYMrAGjKJSR7Qu4k31WYvNnDXvVZI7mV_E6BZfMJe1aMsqOYcFbqmMuYeS1y9e2VBC27hKBjXn9/s640/blogger-image-513395101.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">As the clay adventure comes to an end, the country paths continue. The woods here are picturesque and the Zebra was happy to run around the paths and trees, right to the very top - stoping only to smell the flowers and talk to the birds.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjII9eCaFwLAUlImaIa9UznDyTa2JzzoyQoKuPSPI4kXa5ZjLKpwxP06VAr-0BJjDy3V52zRJrfkyTzVfGzapjhlrQs4ho62Mt8cnEaGSoZEbZ9WYV8wz8zw2fZmr5-atSuTDotIi_8i4tx/s640/blogger-image--348752586.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjII9eCaFwLAUlImaIa9UznDyTa2JzzoyQoKuPSPI4kXa5ZjLKpwxP06VAr-0BJjDy3V52zRJrfkyTzVfGzapjhlrQs4ho62Mt8cnEaGSoZEbZ9WYV8wz8zw2fZmr5-atSuTDotIi_8i4tx/s640/blogger-image--348752586.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Once we had climbed to the peak of the hill, (including a tunnel through the ground!) there is a viewing station looking out on a working clay pit. We could hear the water blasting and watch the trucks winding up and down the pit. A fantastic way to end the experience. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_St1BfOMaUhw-VmglZGSv1yvKWyN-ZXij6au8mMFC_4GXCJERSGpxjpOq1YqoLIq8HUPCYPZHSy7zvU9cqLLlO1g_toJcIiZ0q9JhlCoypwRbmncwJ7ZLR08GH3c3bLcfD_-oR7bJGLVJ/s640/blogger-image--1872176663.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_St1BfOMaUhw-VmglZGSv1yvKWyN-ZXij6au8mMFC_4GXCJERSGpxjpOq1YqoLIq8HUPCYPZHSy7zvU9cqLLlO1g_toJcIiZ0q9JhlCoypwRbmncwJ7ZLR08GH3c3bLcfD_-oR7bJGLVJ/s640/blogger-image--1872176663.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">We will be returning again to Wheal Martyn, for both the Claylets group and the country park and can highly recommend both!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Admission to the park includes 12 months free re-entry so is fantastic value for me money!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">For more information on Wheal Martyn, please see thier Facebook, Twitter, or website:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/Wheal-Martyn-421202931258302/" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">https://www.facebook.com/Wheal-Martyn-421202931258302/</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">https://mobile.twitter.com/whealmartyn</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">http://www.wheal-martyn.com</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><br></div>TheCornishZebrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09935168911372603518noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3906323839470839109.post-58936328497847965682016-02-20T21:29:00.001+00:002016-02-21T17:10:04.152+00:00The Monkey Sanctuary<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhJ0uPKDhGcJSKLr4jlGt22YMdicMUkOpypj-gIqHssXYN2OauiJZh9TRkqlWiC-qBgg8d_e-KWRqrxmW_iG4988aj8twHPCGA0MA9-9Hie4Y9WcjUyOXMgfHIloBYRkdU5sSOj5eybPie/s640/blogger-image-1385305922.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhJ0uPKDhGcJSKLr4jlGt22YMdicMUkOpypj-gIqHssXYN2OauiJZh9TRkqlWiC-qBgg8d_e-KWRqrxmW_iG4988aj8twHPCGA0MA9-9Hie4Y9WcjUyOXMgfHIloBYRkdU5sSOj5eybPie/s640/blogger-image-1385305922.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">We were very exited to be invited by The Monkey Sanctuary to spend the day at their centre. We got to learn more about their monkeys and the amazing work they do. We had hoped to visit on a sunny day, and although the sun was out when we left home, the rain and mist appeared just as we reached Looe - not that it dampened our spirits! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi37DsNP_vpL-j2IuRyhezpPTqnaLfyv0rH1LoLHtxmJj3tNUkaELuNhEgm-0Te9G2Y-H3aj3c4S9ORU4crOP-1A5KnRlT4YMlzoT0ucA7LasNMfQaBD6rL69nFwUy6Htt3kHSYceLFpern/s640/blogger-image-1464566793.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi37DsNP_vpL-j2IuRyhezpPTqnaLfyv0rH1LoLHtxmJj3tNUkaELuNhEgm-0Te9G2Y-H3aj3c4S9ORU4crOP-1A5KnRlT4YMlzoT0ucA7LasNMfQaBD6rL69nFwUy6Htt3kHSYceLFpern/s640/blogger-image-1464566793.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">We arrived at lunch time, and the first thing we saw as we parked up is this amazing Treetop Cafe!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhs_70SCulpg4mEAYQMCNEJ0FKTTvPBz68-b_W6q9q0dIZrsvQjO9m7qoAhTrVtK0G5RI3BUv1WFEmL6hZTEHnxKbAIoK8qTLNcPIo7MM0P9VjcEUSw2M9upeyyJIyG0NMr645C_B8M4MET/s640/blogger-image-652473533.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhs_70SCulpg4mEAYQMCNEJ0FKTTvPBz68-b_W6q9q0dIZrsvQjO9m7qoAhTrVtK0G5RI3BUv1WFEmL6hZTEHnxKbAIoK8qTLNcPIo7MM0P9VjcEUSw2M9upeyyJIyG0NMr645C_B8M4MET/s640/blogger-image-652473533.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">This really is a beatiful place to stop for a drink or bite to eat. They aim to be as ethical and resourceful as possible, which includes being a meat free establishment! There is a great menu of vegetarian and vegan meals and snacks, something I enjoyed about living in Brightron, but don't see very much in Cornwall. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgNDxeHGax8Wmp3avTraJ3_TRebv7BHRarbEuK6kcsZgt61_YgFWzd0b8Y6trzPVnNdPP2JMOFYI3-K-zKtWiuIA-C-PiPA7dl75Nzb67U9ZS4bMM1YzPDAjukeYGNXWobx4n-IIuIW0Y_/s640/blogger-image-718752512.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgNDxeHGax8Wmp3avTraJ3_TRebv7BHRarbEuK6kcsZgt61_YgFWzd0b8Y6trzPVnNdPP2JMOFYI3-K-zKtWiuIA-C-PiPA7dl75Nzb67U9ZS4bMM1YzPDAjukeYGNXWobx4n-IIuIW0Y_/s640/blogger-image-718752512.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">As the name suggests, the cafe really is up in the rooftop of the trees, with a lovely view looking down over the hill. We could just catch a glimpse of the sea through the weather and can imagine how beautiful it would be in summer. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJUy3LhFYRUBVdDFnWkfJWz6KrkkP7X7LH4ziCwxwr79oI4ys56fYf0pLo_C2G-jzNbIjcdMjMDWAPBRaGVzzZDe7t8i9pU_X8EEna_kQ9QMOEaGdWWdjfKPQpBTGi55VnMGEOaSuKSlMq/s640/blogger-image-510760087.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJUy3LhFYRUBVdDFnWkfJWz6KrkkP7X7LH4ziCwxwr79oI4ys56fYf0pLo_C2G-jzNbIjcdMjMDWAPBRaGVzzZDe7t8i9pU_X8EEna_kQ9QMOEaGdWWdjfKPQpBTGi55VnMGEOaSuKSlMq/s640/blogger-image-510760087.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">The food was reasonably priced, and absolutely delicious. My soup was full of flavour, and the Zebra loved her 'chicken' nuggets so much she ate the whole plate! We also had a scrummy carrot and lemon cake for pudding.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyORgFis62-VRzeQpHI5Yvsc_l2Sx_o8GlYbZlXeTwLccImlc0my3o7JrPi2roH6Zvim1QqdTjL_HM2Ug6mDE5NMI-66SIEb3diDWsMwJOkVx6M2EVCJVnKAA-6Fr8kp-uYBsq_5o3pYcu/s640/blogger-image-857445383.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyORgFis62-VRzeQpHI5Yvsc_l2Sx_o8GlYbZlXeTwLccImlc0my3o7JrPi2roH6Zvim1QqdTjL_HM2Ug6mDE5NMI-66SIEb3diDWsMwJOkVx6M2EVCJVnKAA-6Fr8kp-uYBsq_5o3pYcu/s640/blogger-image-857445383.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">With our tummies full, we start the short walk down to the sanctuary. Again, the views are beautiful! The location is not just a sanctuary for the monkeys, but the broadleaf woods are a haven for many local animals, butterflies, insects and plants. They are committed to helping the flora and fauna floursh, many of which are threatened locally. </div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEile0M73JNGj4zP4RnCPw4JDQiJg_0VE2UHJCcttqcCMOdXCpBKd56_t_C6udzwReURdnAXlQ4B4bMl3Puwnuir2gQ88wtbHAsm0jcntWCAeWW7dAc9N9gkH4htpZcS1sOjtZLJYZlde7yn/s640/blogger-image--433799170.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEile0M73JNGj4zP4RnCPw4JDQiJg_0VE2UHJCcttqcCMOdXCpBKd56_t_C6udzwReURdnAXlQ4B4bMl3Puwnuir2gQ88wtbHAsm0jcntWCAeWW7dAc9N9gkH4htpZcS1sOjtZLJYZlde7yn/s640/blogger-image--433799170.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Once we arrived we were very exited to start seeing the monkeys! They are such happy, curious animals, and even in the cold weather many ventured out to get a closer look at us and play in their large well kept enclosures. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEij1qo8LT_-JTfBeBnPMSghJhrDqoLkj-wf_IRS4auVNwWUROfxXzhwbby2_rX330j2qYy1esBbTpGlRK0qDjG4x-0acjeL3ilL_RHZia2fOM3d_k4A8D89n5a0ssM0HPm24N4FarI42fkT/s640/blogger-image-1004031204.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEij1qo8LT_-JTfBeBnPMSghJhrDqoLkj-wf_IRS4auVNwWUROfxXzhwbby2_rX330j2qYy1esBbTpGlRK0qDjG4x-0acjeL3ilL_RHZia2fOM3d_k4A8D89n5a0ssM0HPm24N4FarI42fkT/s640/blogger-image-1004031204.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">As we walked around, we were greeted by friendly keepers who were happy to talk about the animals and answer any questions we had. To be honest, every single member of staff we spoke to was friendly and up beat, giving a great atmosphere to our day. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiS2eGPqbdq5r_-MxefclaxeFjBUHVUL_gDXegPrrRzNZ8zxAiKu9ObJcNP5pf4BJmE87B8_t-77ubmFHat58B4PyXZJJ1fmGQf96WwCwAShVtooZEGIOzXk6WxCHIWs06ynrmB1k3Es827/s640/blogger-image--83022111.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiS2eGPqbdq5r_-MxefclaxeFjBUHVUL_gDXegPrrRzNZ8zxAiKu9ObJcNP5pf4BJmE87B8_t-77ubmFHat58B4PyXZJJ1fmGQf96WwCwAShVtooZEGIOzXk6WxCHIWs06ynrmB1k3Es827/s640/blogger-image--83022111.jpg"></a></div></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">The sanctuary is not a breeding centre, but a happy home for monkeys, many who have not had he best start in life. It really is sad to think of these beautiful animals being kept as pets in tiny cages by people who just don't understand their needs.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEih00SpeyZWstTSBxknaQZT4kBYXrpRrw0XIpLCKk-msI4oUrSMgZbaQhwzFj1hym-caQlH730U28YCZL7jeyjjV0XVuVuEA11ZYM5mK38DfWKAvW2iRYtVfIZEuYzxwLJ3WIDlqZ7y7sJ9/s640/blogger-image--184975022.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEih00SpeyZWstTSBxknaQZT4kBYXrpRrw0XIpLCKk-msI4oUrSMgZbaQhwzFj1hym-caQlH730U28YCZL7jeyjjV0XVuVuEA11ZYM5mK38DfWKAvW2iRYtVfIZEuYzxwLJ3WIDlqZ7y7sJ9/s640/blogger-image--184975022.jpg"></a></div></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">We was surprised to see one very young monkey, Lily, who is just over a year old. Even with the strict no-breeding policy (and the female monkeys being on contraception) it seems "Happy Accidents" really can happen to anyone<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">...</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihn6E19obKyrdRuGALDBnqPTh1I5R92q7Mv5fCqrY2lHu1oLm8hGr9cjvbe_MYXvxppRrMnHMbaitLjmA41EYsiN_flSXuUJEW7Lf3IPZYSvTr_FyjYYOBGEPyuzSNZul0tRTxwmTCxL-F/s640/blogger-image--554056559.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihn6E19obKyrdRuGALDBnqPTh1I5R92q7Mv5fCqrY2lHu1oLm8hGr9cjvbe_MYXvxppRrMnHMbaitLjmA41EYsiN_flSXuUJEW7Lf3IPZYSvTr_FyjYYOBGEPyuzSNZul0tRTxwmTCxL-F/s640/blogger-image--554056559.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Obviously monkeys live in the trees and love to climb and explore. The centre is on many levels going up the side of the cliff so there<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> are lots of runs and bridges for the monkeys to move between their cages. Although this is lovely for them, it may be difficult for a pushchair, so I recommend a sling or carrier for any babies.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXcKgxv4mRRnRVhRAMaNImp0qaE-7MCGz-gLH5IoQfrIP_QhpE32YiElV0YQvmJ9v5bhPuceHAfQtmhOX1f9ewGHqkPbU843ia2mGAGV8QU_JaWDTKDuY9MNU9KV07JM2sAZMDeLGOONdI/s640/blogger-image-479596246.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXcKgxv4mRRnRVhRAMaNImp0qaE-7MCGz-gLH5IoQfrIP_QhpE32YiElV0YQvmJ9v5bhPuceHAfQtmhOX1f9ewGHqkPbU843ia2mGAGV8QU_JaWDTKDuY9MNU9KV07JM2sAZMDeLGOONdI/s640/blogger-image-479596246.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">The enclosures are clean, large and full of ropes and activities for the monkeys to enjoy. They also have inside homes which are heated to keep them snuggled and warn through our winter. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwlcHvcYoIw2NkYI93vqOulu5Na4WrhFcEcHSF3qKWvLWmYsDxDOCk7THtJcGER-12t96eM6Xey7ZmBmIr0XyP-gpVtk3s-bepKVIfQaCI6Plhwb6iwb04JrRnOv5OJ6WUapcUAuXmyiOo/s640/blogger-image--1032156606.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwlcHvcYoIw2NkYI93vqOulu5Na4WrhFcEcHSF3qKWvLWmYsDxDOCk7THtJcGER-12t96eM6Xey7ZmBmIr0XyP-gpVtk3s-bepKVIfQaCI6Plhwb6iwb04JrRnOv5OJ6WUapcUAuXmyiOo/s640/blogger-image--1032156606.jpg"></a></div></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Although some parts of the homes look like they are strewn with rubbish, these are actually specially chosen items for the monkeys to play and engage with. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">This was all explained in the education room!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgH9Xh2IP3Skh_JtDP-3g0dyFVurANBJs-3M2Q8C_oQy59O-GsASTMK5aenyEOyA-5aH3TBVicISE257-P-XBhGERPg8sp7O1n3YA7aDk0eKV0-mjmZHbRAlmbIXJDSSeCH68BZRRojGx5i/s640/blogger-image-683782850.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgH9Xh2IP3Skh_JtDP-3g0dyFVurANBJs-3M2Q8C_oQy59O-GsASTMK5aenyEOyA-5aH3TBVicISE257-P-XBhGERPg8sp7O1n3YA7aDk0eKV0-mjmZHbRAlmbIXJDSSeCH68BZRRojGx5i/s640/blogger-image-683782850.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Also in the room was lots more information on conservation and why and how we need to protect monkeys. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">The sanctuary gives visitors an opportunity to sponsor thier own monkey - something the wonderful Stephen Fry has done! There is a short film explain his involvement as well as the sad story behind his adopted monkey Joey. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvqLOI4xCEiknfAI_W1g3Na3Ccn-F8nzJBrFPcSuFuRnjcYU1hQwb5mv5drIKiR_OXk6vAYNBygF_NlvIE7C5o-dsHt4qvHGTj5AS9W0Rn5UyI0pQIzk41EJZknetKf3jaLK-_Ny1GVyM_/s640/blogger-image-1197795848.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvqLOI4xCEiknfAI_W1g3Na3Ccn-F8nzJBrFPcSuFuRnjcYU1hQwb5mv5drIKiR_OXk6vAYNBygF_NlvIE7C5o-dsHt4qvHGTj5AS9W0Rn5UyI0pQIzk41EJZknetKf3jaLK-_Ny1GVyM_/s640/blogger-image-1197795848.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Underneath the monkey house, deep in the cellar, is the home of a colony of horseshoe bats. They are an endangered species, only found in the southwest of England and parts of Wales, so it's great to see thier home being protected here in Cornwall. Obviously, it would upset and disturb them if visitors constantly poked around thier dark, home, so instead there is a bat room. In here are the controls for the the CCTV which we could use to move the cameras and watch the animals. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBJ-o9Dd-otVZcX91eGNk_mTvWpCZx2SihYxUZFvoAaZpwLq0Dmqwg3AEcB8NBG1_7T1CvyuXYiRJhRiu8a7mN9-7dxge9ETv52YpgTLiAgO7Bo_ZRyLzMfQfhx9_XY37YYzyL40JaHLCk/s640/blogger-image-1772835191.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBJ-o9Dd-otVZcX91eGNk_mTvWpCZx2SihYxUZFvoAaZpwLq0Dmqwg3AEcB8NBG1_7T1CvyuXYiRJhRiu8a7mN9-7dxge9ETv52YpgTLiAgO7Bo_ZRyLzMfQfhx9_XY37YYzyL40JaHLCk/s640/blogger-image-1772835191.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">As we wondered around, it was great to see some workshop activities for the children. There are also lovely spots to sit and watch the monkeys - and I imagine the views would also be amazing in the sunshine!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDqfh31AGOeVkdUKumsl0BYayjb7kpPyZuCSq0KVnKV1FG1NEoRzB9sw0wshMRX8Kl4q5KXcCP4WpC9ZML7gRPgUrRT8YAe4DerZ-NTwxcyTF2W2jKPkPqvPUVWhhiC_4TJK4uH7CVJGea/s640/blogger-image--124433573.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDqfh31AGOeVkdUKumsl0BYayjb7kpPyZuCSq0KVnKV1FG1NEoRzB9sw0wshMRX8Kl4q5KXcCP4WpC9ZML7gRPgUrRT8YAe4DerZ-NTwxcyTF2W2jKPkPqvPUVWhhiC_4TJK4uH7CVJGea/s640/blogger-image--124433573.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">The Zebra was also delighted to find the activity room. It is a bright, colourful rainforest themed building with lots to do. There were three big tables full of arts and craft projects with a wonderful array of materials and instructions. There was a cosy corner perfect for smaller ones and babies to play, as well as sensory smell & touch games. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmnStYaSbZYB-iVrzscjbYVmRiWt8riKHxfSxrdkL40zX5USHTHqo7x1mpPgNCUrIXjSV_Hf398yVpSZX5pdF-pCZpFIhAM-vt8PG1kqSLm3WoBkmB94DHrD0hA-hFUTzrGXamjdFSaFyK/s640/blogger-image-2008683010.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmnStYaSbZYB-iVrzscjbYVmRiWt8riKHxfSxrdkL40zX5USHTHqo7x1mpPgNCUrIXjSV_Hf398yVpSZX5pdF-pCZpFIhAM-vt8PG1kqSLm3WoBkmB94DHrD0hA-hFUTzrGXamjdFSaFyK/s640/blogger-image-2008683010.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">We only had time for a quick play as the rain really started to come in, but the outside play area is fantastic! There is also a smaller frame for the younger ones, but the Zebra was adamant she wanted mummy to help her climb this one! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVdRRcp91h7TxYuyWq_RTeOT5vyyk_UMC595zGNLxZa9K1mtRO281-eemUbMW8GbbPyh9V2S0vV446mn1lst8czHT1gniQYjmRgQSiz9OYzPH-clYNQdcO28pvs5sMLqDGDYtMGxc64E1l/s640/blogger-image-992421000.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVdRRcp91h7TxYuyWq_RTeOT5vyyk_UMC595zGNLxZa9K1mtRO281-eemUbMW8GbbPyh9V2S0vV446mn1lst8czHT1gniQYjmRgQSiz9OYzPH-clYNQdcO28pvs5sMLqDGDYtMGxc64E1l/s640/blogger-image-992421000.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">When we return, we can't wait to explore the grounds and trails around the sanctuary, hopefully getting to spot some butterflies, bugs and maybe animals...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHdEeg7O7AjQgxtNgFMESplzbnWGu8j6T878AYQ57ZsRphzOARZ_ZL-8v7K_Y9i1GhMVBDSbyC5mI8mVV0pilHE3gr2OfLxGpM73ki6p99IRCksXIHAeUm-WT67hy0_VjKWuzEZ13S5MQD/s640/blogger-image--2024634533.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHdEeg7O7AjQgxtNgFMESplzbnWGu8j6T878AYQ57ZsRphzOARZ_ZL-8v7K_Y9i1GhMVBDSbyC5mI8mVV0pilHE3gr2OfLxGpM73ki6p99IRCksXIHAeUm-WT67hy0_VjKWuzEZ13S5MQD/s640/blogger-image--2024634533.jpg"></a></div><br></div>I have nothing but praise for the centre. They do a fantastic job and run an amazing sanctuary. They are clearly recognised worldwide and were the first centre in Europe to receive accreditation from the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuarys. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Tickets into the sanctury allows for free re-entry for 12 months, and we will most certainly be returning soon - whatever the weather! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">For more information, and to buy your tickets, please see their <span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">website or check out the Facebook page:</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><br></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="http://www.monkeysanctuary.org/">http://www.monkeysanctuary.org/</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/wildfutures/">https://www.facebook.com/wildfutures/</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><br></div>TheCornishZebrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09935168911372603518noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3906323839470839109.post-10410504104005850192016-02-20T14:16:00.001+00:002016-02-20T14:16:03.439+00:00Fruit Sushi<div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkVfG34PMTS0RmicTRJS8Vuukd3RFn8d4wA8ApwiiA6TwjNpsGp454R25bf9CRP0R2sw5cUFX7GMZbBKrrVV6j0lG1hp1kB5sAmpURe7wkVhVnzSjd3IByAvRyM1SphEE0F0iYUBIL2jdC/s640/blogger-image--481641788.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkVfG34PMTS0RmicTRJS8Vuukd3RFn8d4wA8ApwiiA6TwjNpsGp454R25bf9CRP0R2sw5cUFX7GMZbBKrrVV6j0lG1hp1kB5sAmpURe7wkVhVnzSjd3IByAvRyM1SphEE0F0iYUBIL2jdC/s640/blogger-image--481641788.jpg"></a></div></div><div><br></div>Just a quick post today I'm afraid! Saturday's are usually our baking day, but I'm going to share our breakfast instead...<div><br></div><div>Fruit sushi is so yummy, and actually healthy - this adults breakfast is just 314 calories. </div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibxYC7KpV14Y_a1E5Cubt7KIy_W2tI_LTtoTC2kjY6HyYqtqelgIgldosWAOfp9ItxHWr031P0-bY1LuGKBpgRWBvNWA-WK8jHGWZ2T0xrBOzaa6qgB1H2JQ7olnjlcTLrkS1sokd5ZX6s/s640/blogger-image-1550733778.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibxYC7KpV14Y_a1E5Cubt7KIy_W2tI_LTtoTC2kjY6HyYqtqelgIgldosWAOfp9ItxHWr031P0-bY1LuGKBpgRWBvNWA-WK8jHGWZ2T0xrBOzaa6qgB1H2JQ7olnjlcTLrkS1sokd5ZX6s/s640/blogger-image-1550733778.jpg"></a></div></div><div><br></div><div>Grab some whole grain cereals, such as cheerio's, and blitz in a blender till they are like breadcrumbs. Then grab a banana and cover in peanut butter. Roll the banana in the breadcrumbs until fully layered. Pop on a plate and cut into segments.</div><div><br></div><div>Put the left over cereal-breadcrumbs back into the blender and add some yogurt and fruit. Whizz until smooth, then serve with the banana as a dip.</div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhg-G-kwnGxa0Lq_sQsRxWDYr5FqP4Iln2GwHqBRQPCJOGrgzIIM5irGsiOIPzAR3mZOXc8S8gdPEgSeieNEnGpIeJviXM-d9IrwyZmS5aAgnV28elxT8y85BMHovTAj43TGHImg3cocRi4/s640/blogger-image--514588546.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhg-G-kwnGxa0Lq_sQsRxWDYr5FqP4Iln2GwHqBRQPCJOGrgzIIM5irGsiOIPzAR3mZOXc8S8gdPEgSeieNEnGpIeJviXM-d9IrwyZmS5aAgnV28elxT8y85BMHovTAj43TGHImg3cocRi4/s640/blogger-image--514588546.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div>So quick and simple, and goes down a treat! </div>TheCornishZebrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09935168911372603518noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3906323839470839109.post-64376848372110803352016-02-17T22:25:00.001+00:002016-02-18T11:57:27.495+00:00Newquay Zoo<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjN0OrkOewhMtvcTqKj4YXCFuYiqt-BkVHJM1YuqAJnW-HMQX1uDGJ9lPkpff9GpYyaccb69z23O20fZuMyW9AeJE_lkdcRCWo_0bN6RvSqOx6C1LCEHRC_InlHUZk_drF1mbAb_VQc40D_/s640/blogger-image--918871287.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjN0OrkOewhMtvcTqKj4YXCFuYiqt-BkVHJM1YuqAJnW-HMQX1uDGJ9lPkpff9GpYyaccb69z23O20fZuMyW9AeJE_lkdcRCWo_0bN6RvSqOx6C1LCEHRC_InlHUZk_drF1mbAb_VQc40D_/s640/blogger-image--918871287.jpg"></a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">I think it goes without saying that the Zebra loves a visit to the zoo!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">I know a lot of people have negative ideas of zoo's and the thought <span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">of animals being caged up is never nice. However, a good zoo is involved in conservation and breeding in order to protect species in the wild and educate the public in how they can help.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><br></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Newquay zoo are involved in lots of breeding programmes and the animals all seem happy and well cared for. I'm pleased to say I didn't see any animals displaying signs of frustration or boredom like I have in other places.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEje7On03F_Aee1c9FuQSf2euTYYTK6UGeG_4r-ng48YuMQAL3gsXS_kiDySMKU5zTTtkxyKpgw0-Eqn_PyKthB9pl7Vh9pAjZCbVNz9aHCHm41Y-G6EJh89gBFfWbjIeXJ53k5IxL6-ZFXB/s640/blogger-image--1729998937.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEje7On03F_Aee1c9FuQSf2euTYYTK6UGeG_4r-ng48YuMQAL3gsXS_kiDySMKU5zTTtkxyKpgw0-Eqn_PyKthB9pl7Vh9pAjZCbVNz9aHCHm41Y-G6EJh89gBFfWbjIeXJ53k5IxL6-ZFXB/s640/blogger-image--1729998937.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">If your visiting over the winter, it's worth taking advantage of the Pushchair<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> Monday's. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Tickets the rest of the week are at the standard price - £13.30 adults, £10.10 child, Free under 3's. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguhwbmxVjaws0HRihyGanDhmBmYldsNTX2PqtKUpO9TqaFDj1_JdGRmFN6cSVjPPORswyA4G1JXhclbi-_dX45nw6fupxjCN0cbFuauIWuUXSLAIdtWcX974vG4EnY4upgOVAw5ElSJR5k/s640/blogger-image-869208950.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguhwbmxVjaws0HRihyGanDhmBmYldsNTX2PqtKUpO9TqaFDj1_JdGRmFN6cSVjPPORswyA4G1JXhclbi-_dX45nw6fupxjCN0cbFuauIWuUXSLAIdtWcX974vG4EnY4upgOVAw5ElSJR5k/s640/blogger-image-869208950.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Also, the zoo doesn't have its own car park, but shares a public council run car park. Be aware it is not free to park after March 22nd and can cost £6 for a days parking.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7xyHZIpSgILQAttIfPMjIb1qJO8Oh0z1tUcWfUJc20bjH0Kq1vwQzdVIwhtsCEhw5GrZIXFAxp2JGFVGm-VFiQuUczCkLlt2k7nfM0dPcozMWucG2sw8o5PXZ3u_MG-JfPt6eFAoDVc0k/s640/blogger-image--2070710793.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7xyHZIpSgILQAttIfPMjIb1qJO8Oh0z1tUcWfUJc20bjH0Kq1vwQzdVIwhtsCEhw5GrZIXFAxp2JGFVGm-VFiQuUczCkLlt2k7nfM0dPcozMWucG2sw8o5PXZ3u_MG-JfPt6eFAoDVc0k/s640/blogger-image--2070710793.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Once your in the park, there is so much to see and explore! It is clean and well maintained, with lots of peacocks and other birds roaming the grounds.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjA_w96WZeTUTh1KRoCeP14wPwdqOJ1oSKNH6ij1iJDKxsVGz02iKLq6tTpzy_OszpZIth-XiAe9SijipIIviH8hLYGrpZv6oeTJZBM5e08hjW_ziZTx17J-O3udurZJN9T8uiXcbCMczy9/s640/blogger-image--816198600.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjA_w96WZeTUTh1KRoCeP14wPwdqOJ1oSKNH6ij1iJDKxsVGz02iKLq6tTpzy_OszpZIth-XiAe9SijipIIviH8hLYGrpZv6oeTJZBM5e08hjW_ziZTx17J-O3udurZJN9T8uiXcbCMczy9/s640/blogger-image--816198600.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">There are many monkeys here, all having large inside and outside enclosures. They are all bright and curious and love coming right up to get a proper look at the Zebra!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj217emPXneBmrGMnFygquePpMfA48UV-Oxa6ZCysniezViGl5FNBVSOVVgCLDTOMZIPsc7YbiIKRy-_9ZRIsuWXUADdX4y_7eoc5ZHiBEenRvegUj2hdVWTePHc4yheqQhLHiSdlvvL3m6/s640/blogger-image--1311255049.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj217emPXneBmrGMnFygquePpMfA48UV-Oxa6ZCysniezViGl5FNBVSOVVgCLDTOMZIPsc7YbiIKRy-_9ZRIsuWXUADdX4y_7eoc5ZHiBEenRvegUj2hdVWTePHc4yheqQhLHiSdlvvL3m6/s640/blogger-image--1311255049.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">We were very exited to see some real life zebra's, but had a disappointment. Obviously in February the weather is a little chilly and not a single Zebra was out. The Africans plains looked more Cornish Farm. I understand being winter will mean less animals wanting to be outside, but as the entrance price is the same regardless of time of year, it seems poor value. Maybe there could webcams in the stables so we could at least see what they are up to.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyZ5zS-S10645eqP15qcWpOP3zWKPzD9Da7mx1nb68MDdAYZTpWZfRncQyOPa5kGtuAdxKQMnqm8V109gPohB3UE-xL9PYjtjH2GpQgFFHc7J1HuXhhUIUO5KXlsPq8alSuCT3ncjw8Cmn/s640/blogger-image--1115717654.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyZ5zS-S10645eqP15qcWpOP3zWKPzD9Da7mx1nb68MDdAYZTpWZfRncQyOPa5kGtuAdxKQMnqm8V109gPohB3UE-xL9PYjtjH2GpQgFFHc7J1HuXhhUIUO5KXlsPq8alSuCT3ncjw8Cmn/s640/blogger-image--1115717654.jpg"></a></div><br></div>One area which is always a hit, is the small animal zone. There are some of he biggest rabbits we've ever seen, sleepy piggies snoring away, and a fab yard where the Zebra could get right up and pet the goats.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Word of warning, do not run up to a goat with your arms outstretched wanting a cuddle as they will charge right back at you!!!</div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqigWiEcrbn51fKxKmWYBzNrWuYjUH6NBJoTBUFYa1TuxovyB3DwNz_JrNi6auHhw9WPR08DAWZwejSUQZdmhrQUNF86mSY_kvgIhsl9cA7FMqjwquDn-pfxAXMH3RMClW-avKWKmlqqKn/s640/blogger-image-2134241784.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqigWiEcrbn51fKxKmWYBzNrWuYjUH6NBJoTBUFYa1TuxovyB3DwNz_JrNi6auHhw9WPR08DAWZwejSUQZdmhrQUNF86mSY_kvgIhsl9cA7FMqjwquDn-pfxAXMH3RMClW-avKWKmlqqKn/s640/blogger-image-2134241784.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Everyone loves to see the lions, and Newquay has a male and two females. It was lovely to see the girls jumping and playing, showing no signs of pacing or distress. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIajzBTykRJTc2WEfSfeez6_0Zcs2fBCHI1Jeyy08aP2LcKhuAYf_JP6E3qmGrPq8PHx-3yAr4GR_BpSOZyfwwdC9nwHC19-8EtIynAMtJ_AuuLMMWUDdXl_GfLfK11hjbpRM0BL0Y0qi9/s640/blogger-image--1340564586.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIajzBTykRJTc2WEfSfeez6_0Zcs2fBCHI1Jeyy08aP2LcKhuAYf_JP6E3qmGrPq8PHx-3yAr4GR_BpSOZyfwwdC9nwHC19-8EtIynAMtJ_AuuLMMWUDdXl_GfLfK11hjbpRM0BL0Y0qi9/s640/blogger-image--1340564586.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Mummy's favourite is always the Penguins, and they clearly did not mind the cold weather! There are lots of glass viewing points in the wall, allowing little people a good view of the pool which is great.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3XVHOxp8Q5_xXwAr68CJtBQZ2n-PJj0qa1b3vW1sZnKzUqIRRJyvhDBISZaWy2ApxnabGPhl-WMR81Z_aPQKZtgwjq9B1pOMW_XW99PSqHxopkA_xYj6F6qgOBg44kqzdtQ-jzKNTph6X/s640/blogger-image--251634612.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3XVHOxp8Q5_xXwAr68CJtBQZ2n-PJj0qa1b3vW1sZnKzUqIRRJyvhDBISZaWy2ApxnabGPhl-WMR81Z_aPQKZtgwjq9B1pOMW_XW99PSqHxopkA_xYj6F6qgOBg44kqzdtQ-jzKNTph6X/s640/blogger-image--251634612.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">We normally love the warm rainforest house, but most of it was closed for refurbishment. It also seemed most of toad hall was empty, I can only assume because of the time year. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">I appreciate this is normal and can not be helped, but I still feel winter prices should reflect this all week, not just a Monday.</div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglyYMxq9B46cXkXgxcVU4VWsTtL5pa2KbdgDZT5n8ac3K0Qp1j74n3IRJYw3APXuVKNod1Y0HroYgqK8vS4r30sQF3L9o3t1YN0S_2k0yFVGdFcFHXkUDR22VrwL6MT0Fcf9irsKRVQFCa/s640/blogger-image-1609796322.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglyYMxq9B46cXkXgxcVU4VWsTtL5pa2KbdgDZT5n8ac3K0Qp1j74n3IRJYw3APXuVKNod1Y0HroYgqK8vS4r30sQF3L9o3t1YN0S_2k0yFVGdFcFHXkUDR22VrwL6MT0Fcf9irsKRVQFCa/s640/blogger-image-1609796322.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">There are two lovely play areas at the zoo, however both are aimed at older children. The toddlers loved this slide near the Penguins, but watch out as it is super fast and we must have seen at least 5 other children zoom down and go face first into the mud.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggFmEGVM7jt20CajIbOXBpIKITDQ6X3YHHRBWVPNtFz6m2fOGV0tTxWmLxLFyhTlXyUDvK9WmfMzF_BvnfCQr0slaBsjWhhg_zic69Q4nQE87vHiEMAyQb4T9WWFT4IYqVZUXFSxdrezwj/s640/blogger-image-809264723.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggFmEGVM7jt20CajIbOXBpIKITDQ6X3YHHRBWVPNtFz6m2fOGV0tTxWmLxLFyhTlXyUDvK9WmfMzF_BvnfCQr0slaBsjWhhg_zic69Q4nQE87vHiEMAyQb4T9WWFT4IYqVZUXFSxdrezwj/s640/blogger-image-809264723.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">At he top of the African plains is an amazing wooden assault course. Though she be but little, she is fierce... And nothing stopped this Zebra having a go round!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOlMEFiZOR15a0wQiBVVS9WX_5hQLoyyZcGa8B2nZddUmu4USs7nqDIrCWIxvH2sO0WXshhNQ5uWhxjKaUgWEIq5shF2C7zR8gB8iA6sbrmVLJzotS_4ArFbpXV89YfqXf8LF72oGEsxHM/s640/blogger-image--166815462.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOlMEFiZOR15a0wQiBVVS9WX_5hQLoyyZcGa8B2nZddUmu4USs7nqDIrCWIxvH2sO0WXshhNQ5uWhxjKaUgWEIq5shF2C7zR8gB8iA6sbrmVLJzotS_4ArFbpXV89YfqXf8LF72oGEsxHM/s640/blogger-image--166815462.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">We were exited to try out the dragon maze, but was rather confused -<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> There is no map or explanation at the entrance, and after a lot of time exploring, we always ended up back at the same entrance. A walk round the maze, and we still could not find another entrance! There were also lots of places that looked liked paths, but actually were large gaps in the hedges that ended up outside the maze in random clearings. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLSGk12SE2OaUKi3PL4Md3lq6PDNWuXFTd1fJrUSr_03B5TT2aPAZPiqhsbIGw2X6lnFU19TUhPkBw2mq086bdW05fEoaopne47pUmciC0uUDn-21WqUbZ1DxIkYgd9jbu2yh5g6yGpWm4/s640/blogger-image-1004310749.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLSGk12SE2OaUKi3PL4Md3lq6PDNWuXFTd1fJrUSr_03B5TT2aPAZPiqhsbIGw2X6lnFU19TUhPkBw2mq086bdW05fEoaopne47pUmciC0uUDn-21WqUbZ1DxIkYgd9jbu2yh5g6yGpWm4/s640/blogger-image-1004310749.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">There is a small cafe at the zoo, but it is very small! All pushchairs have to be left outside. Outside, there is lots of seating next to the most lovely lake full of ducks and birds. In the middle, is an island with lemurs! It was great watching them while munching our sandwiches. There were also lots of cheeky peacocks who liked the look of our packed lunch!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgJ8QG3lInsazvFIbSTM4hFPXcbqyD-JZ8eL0XEaV3rdelaq2ZwBEfMie95j4TuUNVyJ0FRmDHxle1OuC5XjhhQeMEtzkL3kJD9FXp5yATzBwn4De-ZkKfDXht55Viyo1YVJPqnx3C79tM/s640/blogger-image-978285400.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgJ8QG3lInsazvFIbSTM4hFPXcbqyD-JZ8eL0XEaV3rdelaq2ZwBEfMie95j4TuUNVyJ0FRmDHxle1OuC5XjhhQeMEtzkL3kJD9FXp5yATzBwn4De-ZkKfDXht55Viyo1YVJPqnx3C79tM/s640/blogger-image-978285400.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Over all, we had a lovely day and most importantly the animals all seem happy and very well cared for. We would recommend a visit, but would advise to take advantage of the pushchair Monday offer...</div><br></div>TheCornishZebrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09935168911372603518noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3906323839470839109.post-44459238073245749292016-02-16T22:41:00.001+00:002016-02-16T22:44:42.914+00:00Sssssssnakessssss<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh60tlyTQkkPd5RW-COtkI2_w3treZ3bYxEwJRfMOf_-Zq90yPX9_-F0YIx-DSRDkq2tX9mHyYe7k7_p5sNK_LaLpQZms3iIKjcYFrtObyZlV5CtMa2fNfpzOdwVFdjc7CM5fzs8C5YeLei/s640/blogger-image--808565810.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh60tlyTQkkPd5RW-COtkI2_w3treZ3bYxEwJRfMOf_-Zq90yPX9_-F0YIx-DSRDkq2tX9mHyYe7k7_p5sNK_LaLpQZms3iIKjcYFrtObyZlV5CtMa2fNfpzOdwVFdjc7CM5fzs8C5YeLei/s640/blogger-image--808565810.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Snakes on a plane - We've been overrun with slithery serpents!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgh7CS64KfSl_RgLOGbX6t9ywcRrI89HstHOd7ixKH-LR4XKH-WKj7PJ0Uy0jwNB9UeMihQYY1Snp2agQKvppRZ2D0elgLeH53Q94Q8tTOQF-pndqAHphmruttgS7Vxx-BuvmmcKYydymhv/s640/blogger-image-1372818920.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgh7CS64KfSl_RgLOGbX6t9ywcRrI89HstHOd7ixKH-LR4XKH-WKj7PJ0Uy0jwNB9UeMihQYY1Snp2agQKvppRZ2D0elgLeH53Q94Q8tTOQF-pndqAHphmruttgS7Vxx-BuvmmcKYydymhv/s640/blogger-image-1372818920.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">We had to spend a whole day waiting in for a delivery (the first warm sunny day in forever!) so needed lots to keep us busy. I've found three fab snakes, that kept both the Zebra and Mummy occupied all day.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiktpCXkH5jBwGZ2fi33HNr1lcRMnPhQpfKeqIH4XL6yAAe8i_-6xzB2VcLwxrvLa3tTc6FQsEukdtdIxcvX6NWS3udtlKUYgVoHSyh2HJ_k-XEy9LXvn1oh0EV-5__YRMEGS76T6Nk1-I7/s640/blogger-image-974405385.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiktpCXkH5jBwGZ2fi33HNr1lcRMnPhQpfKeqIH4XL6yAAe8i_-6xzB2VcLwxrvLa3tTc6FQsEukdtdIxcvX6NWS3udtlKUYgVoHSyh2HJ_k-XEy9LXvn1oh0EV-5__YRMEGS76T6Nk1-I7/s640/blogger-image-974405385.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Stick the bubble wrap to a rolling pin and then cover with paint before rolling over the paper plate. We did a bottom layer of brown & yellow, then a top layer of green. This gives a great snake effect, especially with the scale-like print from the bubble wrap.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjj4-2rPCPg85b9cIcX1dtCoxvmfL2Pgp0fXYzTy2MrpmFGVFJLiOxaW_sd8IdHXbUQH82pUpwAvm353VR4gUFi2dlePwISdALyOmCn5M6U0eoUqHpHAta-o2wZBpchxp_oP0o46oJFkpDk/s640/blogger-image-212362476.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjj4-2rPCPg85b9cIcX1dtCoxvmfL2Pgp0fXYzTy2MrpmFGVFJLiOxaW_sd8IdHXbUQH82pUpwAvm353VR4gUFi2dlePwISdALyOmCn5M6U0eoUqHpHAta-o2wZBpchxp_oP0o46oJFkpDk/s640/blogger-image-212362476.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">When it's dry, cut the plate into a spiral, and shape the ends into a head and tail. Pop on some eyes and you have a tree snake! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisrGwoOKB_pbPXpzTMyO-1KM2a5wuwii6mJ8aXDnrskX9qeqymoHMrbgI9iPd617CVbPmT4HXbI1b6bS7EOA4OT8wPE1vt2DNWAwVCXJ42cV6NerdJlOQkqBxx_dwaOukzT8UzWGQtTXYt/s640/blogger-image-465009594.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisrGwoOKB_pbPXpzTMyO-1KM2a5wuwii6mJ8aXDnrskX9qeqymoHMrbgI9iPd617CVbPmT4HXbI1b6bS7EOA4OT8wPE1vt2DNWAwVCXJ42cV6NerdJlOQkqBxx_dwaOukzT8UzWGQtTXYt/s640/blogger-image-465009594.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Cut the egg box down the middle, and on one section, cut off the end segment. Round out the sides and edges to give a smooth snake look. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">The Zebra loves mixing colours, so I use an ice cube tray to give her lots of different shades to play with.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEha1ObeD1DH8U570VonGtLW1-QPLzwjh84GpOMTUEJ1EWpRO6Sis5OAzOOaIr6L_6fYJMJpoFC1s2DPePfN8b2jDQ57GYba3bYZJ7Be5gmFQYjkkL_1hzQ_TrDmp7AgPX67wd4wYhjYc3eZ/s640/blogger-image--1338133371.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEha1ObeD1DH8U570VonGtLW1-QPLzwjh84GpOMTUEJ1EWpRO6Sis5OAzOOaIr6L_6fYJMJpoFC1s2DPePfN8b2jDQ57GYba3bYZJ7Be5gmFQYjkkL_1hzQ_TrDmp7AgPX67wd4wYhjYc3eZ/s640/blogger-image--1338133371.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">When this one is dry, just stick on a tongue and some eyes, and you have a wiggly tropical snake!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuBwQyvKHgFnO7564ZSivkgmi80IRSZ4d8cVXdgKRWKhiUyykVtgvfmqToqeJeirjfyDt896LVeVCxHvZQ900HH8C8IvvyX0z-bIqLQRcjmIV0JJptgSGE9JiG4caYnXOhFkQ57IvH8pG7/s640/blogger-image--1042664432.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuBwQyvKHgFnO7564ZSivkgmi80IRSZ4d8cVXdgKRWKhiUyykVtgvfmqToqeJeirjfyDt896LVeVCxHvZQ900HH8C8IvvyX0z-bIqLQRcjmIV0JJptgSGE9JiG4caYnXOhFkQ57IvH8pG7/s640/blogger-image--1042664432.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Use green paint to cover the tube. The Zebra used paintbrushes, hands and bubble wrap to make different patterns in the paint. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhH58Hu03iykXY_Q5SZi11XCd1IOQukQL3fZS5rD9v4DD2nc9JE0dWVEgXoq8teVyRPOsrzI-5CpF_OBs4GReXcDQydZD6GRnlvUi1eoyOHuviRKdlzkAPRRosjR4XpZh2bXJAbRrxaoXvf/s640/blogger-image-1780472336.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhH58Hu03iykXY_Q5SZi11XCd1IOQukQL3fZS5rD9v4DD2nc9JE0dWVEgXoq8teVyRPOsrzI-5CpF_OBs4GReXcDQydZD6GRnlvUi1eoyOHuviRKdlzkAPRRosjR4XpZh2bXJAbRrxaoXvf/s640/blogger-image-1780472336.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Again, wait for it to dry! Then cut a spiral along the tube from one end to the other. Start back at the same place, but a few inches in<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">, and cut the spiral again to the other end. Shape the ends into heads and tails, stick the eyes on, and you have two coiled snakes!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMesxopjnNym_ywK_18_yTKNPwKxynbpcy5Yqi9QZqNTclhyKOgBXdjjXbDvQuta_a8o8FYy5A8LCBAxs8gG8BZ_JiGDRJdQkQqmquTcEnoY0RNQ8jCftfq925B6bqCW1HNFDTXHyJp85D/s640/blogger-image-426611290.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMesxopjnNym_ywK_18_yTKNPwKxynbpcy5Yqi9QZqNTclhyKOgBXdjjXbDvQuta_a8o8FYy5A8LCBAxs8gG8BZ_JiGDRJdQkQqmquTcEnoY0RNQ8jCftfq925B6bqCW1HNFDTXHyJp85D/s640/blogger-image-426611290.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">I hope this hasn't been too sssssscary for anyone!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div>TheCornishZebrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09935168911372603518noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3906323839470839109.post-62166963341087576772016-02-13T13:22:00.001+00:002016-02-15T08:40:09.610+00:00Valentines Cupcakes<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzznPz_64AV8V5Xjg8K5MS2co92CYvJqFLF3DGE46l31AAcJ3BdZdHi_N5dNk4MF_53OdIYjxMZyNqe4pCVAMv00MOcF7wBn-gPhHjFnKcTjxerRoYRWdo_PAcX__FmN0GqwGFdKv8W0Sw/s640/blogger-image--1852801416.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzznPz_64AV8V5Xjg8K5MS2co92CYvJqFLF3DGE46l31AAcJ3BdZdHi_N5dNk4MF_53OdIYjxMZyNqe4pCVAMv00MOcF7wBn-gPhHjFnKcTjxerRoYRWdo_PAcX__FmN0GqwGFdKv8W0Sw/s640/blogger-image--1852801416.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">We've gone right back to basics for this weeks bake. Sometimes the simple recipes can be the nicest - not everything has to be fancy and exotic!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjpRyaPvtFcdPh1kE_nzn7OwrE3OsQAXGxdZyjz5AadquF-95B20Zt-9OtlAmaZ_FHfuv3m8QFtEjrGznhNmFbR8AiYy_S0_6K2XxGjdEuk31DqZRbiKPKF9Gin0UkNHbjUEiGANRVtPCe/s640/blogger-image-1535289040.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjpRyaPvtFcdPh1kE_nzn7OwrE3OsQAXGxdZyjz5AadquF-95B20Zt-9OtlAmaZ_FHfuv3m8QFtEjrGznhNmFbR8AiYy_S0_6K2XxGjdEuk31DqZRbiKPKF9Gin0UkNHbjUEiGANRVtPCe/s640/blogger-image-1535289040.jpg"></a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Ingredients </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">100g self raising flour </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">100g caster sugar </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">100g butter </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">2 eggs </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">15ml whole milk</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">1/2tsp baking powder </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Red food colour (use as much or little as you want depending how red you want the buns!)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Icing sugar and sprinkle for topping </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">********preheat oven to 180degs</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYa-9t5VTeydj_xQbdxTKhW-7-PMEgWqp1cyIzytxHM7MI0ABXLvV-hN1DqGnG29PiBJW58gPmrN8_rRFMaCCw-9XW4LshGw_sm6Y0l8C19WbqF2fbLR0EmH5NVy0X4wLYmZXsJdMy93Hp/s640/blogger-image--2055257614.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYa-9t5VTeydj_xQbdxTKhW-7-PMEgWqp1cyIzytxHM7MI0ABXLvV-hN1DqGnG29PiBJW58gPmrN8_rRFMaCCw-9XW4LshGw_sm6Y0l8C19WbqF2fbLR0EmH5NVy0X4wLYmZXsJdMy93Hp/s640/blogger-image--2055257614.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Add the butter, sugar, milk, and eggs into a bowl and mix together really well until there are no lumps of butter.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLvXHxTfQ54P8TwtK-r1FhOBVThGCGgb-HfUUyJPJej4mL4efwvi0gel42gGvVomfw1YBP4JBpTrwOYkJaslFSraprO7O9eU1reC8f4jmEm6D6RP1kEaw3AYQLqc56GHneZEn0jYd6EKAk/s640/blogger-image--533797266.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLvXHxTfQ54P8TwtK-r1FhOBVThGCGgb-HfUUyJPJej4mL4efwvi0gel42gGvVomfw1YBP4JBpTrwOYkJaslFSraprO7O9eU1reC8f4jmEm6D6RP1kEaw3AYQLqc56GHneZEn0jYd6EKAk/s640/blogger-image--533797266.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Add the flour and baking powder and mix again. I also added the food colouring at this point - but I did this myself as I use Wilton food gel which is super strong!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqnlppdll6yHer1N0GqU5cQgh4toelZfjKkUE2oGSde_LceYSMrhnhLRf-dy4N9KO13fyFzxgc5c3LZJXyDV2qYwZTRJ5mMOo0GLjUgrMqic93sXRzovgYLdEDWjX6h2dGFcuE7KCV4ptH/s640/blogger-image--2049381756.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqnlppdll6yHer1N0GqU5cQgh4toelZfjKkUE2oGSde_LceYSMrhnhLRf-dy4N9KO13fyFzxgc5c3LZJXyDV2qYwZTRJ5mMOo0GLjUgrMqic93sXRzovgYLdEDWjX6h2dGFcuE7KCV4ptH/s640/blogger-image--2049381756.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Pop the bun cases into the baking tray and then spoon in the mixture. This is the best time to get a taste of the yummy cakes! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuThLUvE62fay38PCHqUh20fcKhhlA0l652aJdP-4JPZgmPfhGqhjTUbRi8zH3j8CDsMSrpIk4h3DKfJBbaptqF7EV9NdJFXJsRjx_UVeMGG0ufdQ1zrUa5VNh_PnaD0mjSE9W8MVJcmPW/s640/blogger-image-1139253139.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuThLUvE62fay38PCHqUh20fcKhhlA0l652aJdP-4JPZgmPfhGqhjTUbRi8zH3j8CDsMSrpIk4h3DKfJBbaptqF7EV9NdJFXJsRjx_UVeMGG0ufdQ1zrUa5VNh_PnaD0mjSE9W8MVJcmPW/s640/blogger-image-1139253139.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">The buns take around 15-20 long minutes to cook. You don't have to sit and watch them the whole time, but the Zebra likes to! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFwDx2YPd0-qRH8u9JUY1ylz3FXdmAyowAzuQreVggNUIkqVfgiTlj_aCyMrxv6pFKUFmpxgENrkb21f_WJE2tO3X6outanhUNWLWYjwWJNbtufBAf-9Nla0y-yMhRB6dgEXHYgKshUD-5/s640/blogger-image--1239748830.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFwDx2YPd0-qRH8u9JUY1ylz3FXdmAyowAzuQreVggNUIkqVfgiTlj_aCyMrxv6pFKUFmpxgENrkb21f_WJE2tO3X6outanhUNWLWYjwWJNbtufBAf-9Nla0y-yMhRB6dgEXHYgKshUD-5/s640/blogger-image--1239748830.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Stir a little water and food colour in with the icing sugar and then pour over the buns<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">. Sprinkle on some hundred and thousands. Then grab a cake and shove it in your mouth before mummy can stop you! Serves her right for decorating cakes right before lunch time... </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitUIaH4d7lzcP1vn6IZG7Lm_yysNNqfPrXFtqeAOpN41EW2E_7wcI0RTMN2z8qdsu_d_PI7UVfHnIKVZuCGtXtmwQ9_LCoRK0U4Bm7DrUHs3QNiwqpytTCJz_ZTUOM8kT0OkDpJy8bAO-k/s640/blogger-image-399566708.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitUIaH4d7lzcP1vn6IZG7Lm_yysNNqfPrXFtqeAOpN41EW2E_7wcI0RTMN2z8qdsu_d_PI7UVfHnIKVZuCGtXtmwQ9_LCoRK0U4Bm7DrUHs3QNiwqpytTCJz_ZTUOM8kT0OkDpJy8bAO-k/s640/blogger-image-399566708.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Happy Valentine's Day Zebras x</div>TheCornishZebrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09935168911372603518noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3906323839470839109.post-44927832313231765072016-02-12T20:12:00.001+00:002016-02-12T20:12:39.752+00:00Quack Quack!<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMaeVORDqmrja-CLjv_UvJyx9ngDEciqEVFp7fWH_n6xwGBEfsvn9fgLkLtDZAsgxEaS-m1YemvkT4sWkTVUprOTlIIR-MXFPGHd_qW6XlIq-c1O0tTgulO7E7BnYlD_Tzv7SmzoGGruQa/s640/blogger-image-1293781166.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMaeVORDqmrja-CLjv_UvJyx9ngDEciqEVFp7fWH_n6xwGBEfsvn9fgLkLtDZAsgxEaS-m1YemvkT4sWkTVUprOTlIIR-MXFPGHd_qW6XlIq-c1O0tTgulO7E7BnYlD_Tzv7SmzoGGruQa/s640/blogger-image-1293781166.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">One of the Zebra's favourite things right now is to feed the ducks, but with this rubbish weather we aren't able to get out often... So we've decided to bring the ducks inside!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGh5Uj-oiWBui1BQgiK3J3QsqfykZxWtf7wkjPmMNqcHnFE5uBKhG_V13uRdaqRUzjigvYPpn8RLLebSYuK83kj2Stb-q_Q2DUfGFu_pL_NrXwbiWgBYLCUHfsOUGc9uwaLk1E4qZO3tXm/s640/blogger-image-532665762.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGh5Uj-oiWBui1BQgiK3J3QsqfykZxWtf7wkjPmMNqcHnFE5uBKhG_V13uRdaqRUzjigvYPpn8RLLebSYuK83kj2Stb-q_Q2DUfGFu_pL_NrXwbiWgBYLCUHfsOUGc9uwaLk1E4qZO3tXm/s640/blogger-image-532665762.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">The feathers are optional, the craft works well with just the prints, but we love to glue with "tickle-tickles"!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj63jBKKuD42XeWiGazCF2znUkHeWpLMzmd5k2XxG5xnnEUQAc1QxwKk9Wwya1dNQJ8_7zPMjCJPZbHqwaLbpq1asNv_xOCO8u7mNqlYq9mmBriYY9WC34pV4scBMWTtX0ubZbmLKSIQvsi/s640/blogger-image-1548363935.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj63jBKKuD42XeWiGazCF2znUkHeWpLMzmd5k2XxG5xnnEUQAc1QxwKk9Wwya1dNQJ8_7zPMjCJPZbHqwaLbpq1asNv_xOCO8u7mNqlYq9mmBriYY9WC34pV4scBMWTtX0ubZbmLKSIQvsi/s640/blogger-image-1548363935.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">The Zebra is so good at hand and footprints now, she barely needs any help from mummy...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWWU8fPXyILpF0eJSn0uVpUNRTPLmWSRJUf-RkHvYFHfGQJp5aIe1IlwyICrG2Ux64921FfG_e2k8Qx75re0Yy5CL-Q816elKk9Klj__zmvvWWw2DZS9qkc-AfFwrO6oAppLIKmmquGdKv/s640/blogger-image--844493732.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWWU8fPXyILpF0eJSn0uVpUNRTPLmWSRJUf-RkHvYFHfGQJp5aIe1IlwyICrG2Ux64921FfG_e2k8Qx75re0Yy5CL-Q816elKk9Klj__zmvvWWw2DZS9qkc-AfFwrO6oAppLIKmmquGdKv/s640/blogger-image--844493732.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">On one piece of card, print two yellow feet, and then two brown hands on the other. Let them dry before glueing.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzSfmkP8Pu0Q8Na2OQvxe5CaDgyOKAnMxX8KDt063M3vyRVgVnU783hPflj8Dohrl51vIL2VHSR5VG9HNCfwk87cvip6QzTOfM302NFVeP_oKwtqEa2OvFNMXYxeI1ruv_0T6BdwL4Wq1d/s640/blogger-image-755551786.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzSfmkP8Pu0Q8Na2OQvxe5CaDgyOKAnMxX8KDt063M3vyRVgVnU783hPflj8Dohrl51vIL2VHSR5VG9HNCfwk87cvip6QzTOfM302NFVeP_oKwtqEa2OvFNMXYxeI1ruv_0T6BdwL4Wq1d/s640/blogger-image-755551786.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Spread a little bit of pva over the body of the duck, then stick on any coloured feathers you want!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFlpa7opzY6xbrCK_bOZlLuTPENXiEDCuHJfPRKXWiQAizAnSv5bQX1c_dezbi_wf-zk9a4JOACzPl69AddsJ-H_TeZtODByDK69rR7yJ8wzW3yrM06W9agFaG9PYLeEaP54mq2Fsjvb9o/s640/blogger-image-1649852921.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFlpa7opzY6xbrCK_bOZlLuTPENXiEDCuHJfPRKXWiQAizAnSv5bQX1c_dezbi_wf-zk9a4JOACzPl69AddsJ-H_TeZtODByDK69rR7yJ8wzW3yrM06W9agFaG9PYLeEaP54mq2Fsjvb9o/s640/blogger-image-1649852921.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">To make the Mallard duck, cut out a head and neck shape in green, a beak in orange, and glue down a googely eye...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1W34P2KzNbleIbhp-HT7uVzITHBal4F-Lgm7ngrDeDxwFy668fy31ads0zcWapJwsd40J2noOCplzdtY6dlYZ517eji34sH0LBpC8L3fl_jzqOTzSGN5tod_Pz1Ufyrzm8RGY_VbPVtAz/s640/blogger-image--1337438868.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1W34P2KzNbleIbhp-HT7uVzITHBal4F-Lgm7ngrDeDxwFy668fy31ads0zcWapJwsd40J2noOCplzdtY6dlYZ517eji34sH0LBpC8L3fl_jzqOTzSGN5tod_Pz1Ufyrzm8RGY_VbPVtAz/s640/blogger-image--1337438868.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">For the rubber duck, use yellow paint to make a big round head, and then stick on the beak and eyes </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">They may not be the real thing, but they are cute enough to do till spring! </div><br></div><br></div>TheCornishZebrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09935168911372603518noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3906323839470839109.post-56361032530822705812016-02-10T16:41:00.001+00:002016-02-10T22:45:28.961+00:00Rainbows<div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGsX9Or0vwXU7gSZ09uuCNAFuVmYdYdhS431Ujd6v_Z7Tj7b0QPJOs6a-GqoRKjKjCNJd5A98oFAwfNf8C1EVfZctF_NAoSKDSIc04f7gIqNOvXLHy9cgojgg5DMrfZs7VTBwSe0E8o_tw/s640/blogger-image--1826710430.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGsX9Or0vwXU7gSZ09uuCNAFuVmYdYdhS431Ujd6v_Z7Tj7b0QPJOs6a-GqoRKjKjCNJd5A98oFAwfNf8C1EVfZctF_NAoSKDSIc04f7gIqNOvXLHy9cgojgg5DMrfZs7VTBwSe0E8o_tw/s640/blogger-image--1826710430.jpg"></a></div></div></div></div><div><br></div><div>The Zebra saw a rainbow in the sky this morning and just loved it, so this afternoon we tried to make our own!</div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoO9u4aM59GmBlq6vhjh_8ueCvLaAnsNe4DTBLhiFS-k_GyCJDaMpLRW0ba5rp3zdHP4tJXiFrmNDOscsYSxpaN0CqXkbGKFxxNx4xaW-wpNKzCN1PsBQBYXc-XKM2krHI5GfeGQgvU_LI/s640/blogger-image--1766635384.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoO9u4aM59GmBlq6vhjh_8ueCvLaAnsNe4DTBLhiFS-k_GyCJDaMpLRW0ba5rp3zdHP4tJXiFrmNDOscsYSxpaN0CqXkbGKFxxNx4xaW-wpNKzCN1PsBQBYXc-XKM2krHI5GfeGQgvU_LI/s640/blogger-image--1766635384.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div>You can use 7 different paints, or just use the base 4 and mix them for the orange, green and violet.</div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3-jSNiytBObpXEUkOv7sTPmKCsf52Ltmp_KSh8NKyG-gG47vayHDh3AAhLyxiTiroXyVUjd-7-rAwNvdELEO3xggoIiHCRWVKeFB2Fse8So5JDntfpEMzQ14z5dzefkWFiHIVtkdX29OP/s640/blogger-image--1069689018.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3-jSNiytBObpXEUkOv7sTPmKCsf52Ltmp_KSh8NKyG-gG47vayHDh3AAhLyxiTiroXyVUjd-7-rAwNvdELEO3xggoIiHCRWVKeFB2Fse8So5JDntfpEMzQ14z5dzefkWFiHIVtkdX29OP/s640/blogger-image--1069689018.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div>We've been learning colours recently, so I've cut a piece of card into 7 strips to make colour flash-cards.</div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFTVeovSZSOY0WpzRRpnYnbK4_Q_iHqAjKoSJ_6CDYl8e0qD9bV1hH3Q0gDbIPSVtqyh3wYQ3_IiZA6dmEriqDCSsaEtvMTf6YyCSafvW0yOzHS8jITsyJOwOHA7X57_Mt_2D2nzAX4ShP/s640/blogger-image--508688052.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFTVeovSZSOY0WpzRRpnYnbK4_Q_iHqAjKoSJ_6CDYl8e0qD9bV1hH3Q0gDbIPSVtqyh3wYQ3_IiZA6dmEriqDCSsaEtvMTf6YyCSafvW0yOzHS8jITsyJOwOHA7X57_Mt_2D2nzAX4ShP/s640/blogger-image--508688052.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div>The Zebra had an amazing time painting all the different strips in every colour! </div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgG8lDSAduN_pqlX3qP3RoC3MTJKDK5IvgRiYdGg0uI29VjGme-DpTw-7FWEbZTooAYKoVRMRwH0DtbSwoEOhOJVuSyy4FSfrRsdIvO1Enow6a2Ytg2PHDH8V_o09BixOYPeI1tQcz2-0lB/s640/blogger-image-892716685.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgG8lDSAduN_pqlX3qP3RoC3MTJKDK5IvgRiYdGg0uI29VjGme-DpTw-7FWEbZTooAYKoVRMRwH0DtbSwoEOhOJVuSyy4FSfrRsdIvO1Enow6a2Ytg2PHDH8V_o09BixOYPeI1tQcz2-0lB/s640/blogger-image-892716685.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div>And it wasn't just the strips that got coloured! How fab is this backing paper :) </div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHtihWkbNAYcyqzT9-oU2gOzcP3o9_52fIEsD8sKifwfYn9Ch3ipPyAhvXet2_hy_LDh4eUrRb5tdv76VyIxhDtKkKu7ReJVhJuJGfavH8wxE-Dx7sxuwP5fGuykSpjmOwSIxvhvPoRQqf/s640/blogger-image--1568841260.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHtihWkbNAYcyqzT9-oU2gOzcP3o9_52fIEsD8sKifwfYn9Ch3ipPyAhvXet2_hy_LDh4eUrRb5tdv76VyIxhDtKkKu7ReJVhJuJGfavH8wxE-Dx7sxuwP5fGuykSpjmOwSIxvhvPoRQqf/s640/blogger-image--1568841260.jpg"></a></div><br></div>TheCornishZebrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09935168911372603518noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3906323839470839109.post-55411750189621985742016-02-09T16:57:00.001+00:002016-02-09T23:20:24.209+00:00Valentine's Day Cards<div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4PYZ-cSG07ZeSL0ZKIDIkJqblTVUwEP3pNHnCTizhebAThdUUvRx5EYrYrtXdWpI169I4-QxdjyzC4ffNsQKGxq6ouPRB6hd9HTnxG4F0NEyaCU2sulgY-FaGzsFTNnBsbMzir1Uex3gU/s640/blogger-image-1038123009.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4PYZ-cSG07ZeSL0ZKIDIkJqblTVUwEP3pNHnCTizhebAThdUUvRx5EYrYrtXdWpI169I4-QxdjyzC4ffNsQKGxq6ouPRB6hd9HTnxG4F0NEyaCU2sulgY-FaGzsFTNnBsbMzir1Uex3gU/s640/blogger-image-1038123009.jpg"></a></div></div><div><br></div>Love is in the air!! I may be single, but that doesn't stop us spreading a little love (and glitter)!!<div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgo1Xw0MMMq3g27dvB9fjzZkRifCsClkurhjjOA3J-pc8-dGTYCIp5YUcCLVDovFywGuUv914TOmDx_KpQLM4rp2St2hy9ZyX_04eIAhM4KYlqgNWLWH9ZlYBcnVDCmVP6A4m6wS5DOm2jC/s640/blogger-image-77696029.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgo1Xw0MMMq3g27dvB9fjzZkRifCsClkurhjjOA3J-pc8-dGTYCIp5YUcCLVDovFywGuUv914TOmDx_KpQLM4rp2St2hy9ZyX_04eIAhM4KYlqgNWLWH9ZlYBcnVDCmVP6A4m6wS5DOm2jC/s640/blogger-image-77696029.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div>Missing from this picture is the heart shaped cookie-cutter to make the glitter shapes! If you don't have one, just cut a heart shape from cardboard to use as a stencil.</div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_DVLg-imYd1ec9evIEP9xb22-TPvzxMOESInrPMVH6GwMTJmlQrjXk5uaTn4lQLQcQ3kxHIWUHtcm8agEX0LYbqKOSUe7pZ39PT8apo9oeyE_H-O3_Qvi4FbiHvT79E4OHgbTlr_Af8uz/s640/blogger-image--1437097030.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_DVLg-imYd1ec9evIEP9xb22-TPvzxMOESInrPMVH6GwMTJmlQrjXk5uaTn4lQLQcQ3kxHIWUHtcm8agEX0LYbqKOSUe7pZ39PT8apo9oeyE_H-O3_Qvi4FbiHvT79E4OHgbTlr_Af8uz/s640/blogger-image--1437097030.jpg"></a></div></div><br></div><div>We started with our hand and footprints! The Zebra just loves getting her toes painted.</div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsHMAZcTBFlT7O053hqMErC-c3SJBc_cqou6quZET6nZmm70S7PB5MJA-OGFfizljkPpo52b0hqhp1by0abAsFRfXmYT0yzOjlrlyQXSUFVY3Z8bvNtB-rUQd7yroUrCuO0uSF-EvkFHP0/s640/blogger-image--166803500.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsHMAZcTBFlT7O053hqMErC-c3SJBc_cqou6quZET6nZmm70S7PB5MJA-OGFfizljkPpo52b0hqhp1by0abAsFRfXmYT0yzOjlrlyQXSUFVY3Z8bvNtB-rUQd7yroUrCuO0uSF-EvkFHP0/s640/blogger-image--166803500.jpg"></a></div></div><div><br></div><div>On one piece of card, stamp a foot in the middle of the page - this is for the love bug. </div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbT5rFbVOvD65LuzNzTJlnvYmSmCzZEiTTBwu6OoOlMfs4REnpX9qMXDkH4NIXwCDcIBQKRjx05N0Y0ef5EeEhQvA9kPA3-umgQKBAycqkWs0Q6STERiATP3gVarwTH9jtq8yEaqRPBY-v/s640/blogger-image--1348216401.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbT5rFbVOvD65LuzNzTJlnvYmSmCzZEiTTBwu6OoOlMfs4REnpX9qMXDkH4NIXwCDcIBQKRjx05N0Y0ef5EeEhQvA9kPA3-umgQKBAycqkWs0Q6STERiATP3gVarwTH9jtq8yEaqRPBY-v/s640/blogger-image--1348216401.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div>Using black pen or paint, colour in the heel of the foot to make a head, draw on some feelers and legs, and then decorate the body. If you have googely eyes you can also use them! </div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnHDb9Dyk6q5iQ_UUOL2vGaekMUl1FgAq3YneAYOqJ_07pT7Y3NX45gRAWdP46zbbWJzLDhdMc-9DJyMtIKVk6SQ95i3tQoHsygc2pqeQJ7GD77zJtNJ9GI2l1eAa6zwNRYlSCjueCvhRr/s640/blogger-image-1808468361.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnHDb9Dyk6q5iQ_UUOL2vGaekMUl1FgAq3YneAYOqJ_07pT7Y3NX45gRAWdP46zbbWJzLDhdMc-9DJyMtIKVk6SQ95i3tQoHsygc2pqeQJ7GD77zJtNJ9GI2l1eAa6zwNRYlSCjueCvhRr/s640/blogger-image-1808468361.jpg"></a></div></div><div><br></div><div>For the word art, have two pieces of paper horizontally. On one do the handprint on the right hand side, on the other use two feet to make a 'V' on the left hand side.</div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibttsOP1R_s-F1YQVEgAo3Le8LpUeQeftCoOlqWp_ABj_lhkRahTpBHUezEimkHmiob1tOdf5n9qhpEPSIME-gAbhFhG8TcpZOU6zE-4FV5MR6qdnbCwDcuKdeqdWmaF4R4da4gECLE7-N/s640/blogger-image-1176130798.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibttsOP1R_s-F1YQVEgAo3Le8LpUeQeftCoOlqWp_ABj_lhkRahTpBHUezEimkHmiob1tOdf5n9qhpEPSIME-gAbhFhG8TcpZOU6zE-4FV5MR6qdnbCwDcuKdeqdWmaF4R4da4gECLE7-N/s640/blogger-image-1176130798.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div>Use glue to mark out a L and a E. Cover in as much glitter as you can! Stick the two pieces together to make Love x</div><div> </div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbSOc4eRK4bc0J5LcgpWJNjtQX4BoXYo1ymYcMfb2XSZsm1GqA17Lk8kgnqtesefpElQ6q32qq0n6kLxA4S6St0s_QWW1qXJmcA4ELisLaU1uMNpCOYASJtSo_YaT6pl4-reqwpsH_yePS/s640/blogger-image--1143295451.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbSOc4eRK4bc0J5LcgpWJNjtQX4BoXYo1ymYcMfb2XSZsm1GqA17Lk8kgnqtesefpElQ6q32qq0n6kLxA4S6St0s_QWW1qXJmcA4ELisLaU1uMNpCOYASJtSo_YaT6pl4-reqwpsH_yePS/s640/blogger-image--1143295451.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div>Using the heart cutter or stencil, glue around the outside several times on the piece of card.</div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeT7jmTg3XVEkyj7129VeeVU-mTAf389ToGtpn00j3jWq8e6uUxAW_Ioz9-4JNzNEnKQggbaQQBGun4lPwbIu1ThasvS0WUvDk8qEnCtLHgH7xb4RjUE6sAzbysVdKo8MoBgu4RzA2Xxrv/s640/blogger-image--1626813717.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeT7jmTg3XVEkyj7129VeeVU-mTAf389ToGtpn00j3jWq8e6uUxAW_Ioz9-4JNzNEnKQggbaQQBGun4lPwbIu1ThasvS0WUvDk8qEnCtLHgH7xb4RjUE6sAzbysVdKo8MoBgu4RzA2Xxrv/s640/blogger-image--1626813717.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div>Time to bring the glitter out again!</div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqe2YSySy1Dj5Pa1HE0oXrUHNoAsklkN7yC4H6tzlthyphenhyphenFBTc1veySUAV0U0fyGfLfjLTjykAJwMZAyo3HIaNfcCZvbtxWQofovYn3Z4rl-PD5L1v4N7eTHkZrovSiA_A1YLhVwQcZs9fwK/s640/blogger-image--901140198.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqe2YSySy1Dj5Pa1HE0oXrUHNoAsklkN7yC4H6tzlthyphenhyphenFBTc1veySUAV0U0fyGfLfjLTjykAJwMZAyo3HIaNfcCZvbtxWQofovYn3Z4rl-PD5L1v4N7eTHkZrovSiA_A1YLhVwQcZs9fwK/s640/blogger-image--901140198.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div>These would all make a <span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">great cards for valentines, or even just to have as a pictures! </span></div><div><br></div><div>Here's hoping you have a lovely day, what ever your plans xx</div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div></div>TheCornishZebrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09935168911372603518noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3906323839470839109.post-15021451502701397112016-02-06T15:59:00.001+00:002016-02-06T16:29:11.889+00:00Bread and Butter Pudding<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNtdIFBLVBrmd-kaJoyDoqDDPdRhBbtmdLNcC40mh9eIMlY19OfO-_aAqi-yX9gyU6m9Wm_HyZ6d349WvLANv4k3TCtnKGAKZ4pNwtHQrkfFKxnd2KfG0EKEZvZgE2jmZIEYybiDaYgwLe/s640/blogger-image--165036257.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNtdIFBLVBrmd-kaJoyDoqDDPdRhBbtmdLNcC40mh9eIMlY19OfO-_aAqi-yX9gyU6m9Wm_HyZ6d349WvLANv4k3TCtnKGAKZ4pNwtHQrkfFKxnd2KfG0EKEZvZgE2jmZIEYybiDaYgwLe/s640/blogger-image--165036257.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Could this possibly the ultimate comfort food? It certainly felt like a treat to me since adapting a low-carb & low-sugar lifestyle!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHJvSjtoBDIgcfB7dr05054QHS7iUxj6KeQQy_oViseKdbhMw8Fysy1ffHmC8Q-miB6wRnL3DylVepC0nifdoky6RqYfanRirWMXa99a7AtZSGI-qbFEIP-qua6GV2x9mn1ClyrdKei2KA/s640/blogger-image--1145798066.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHJvSjtoBDIgcfB7dr05054QHS7iUxj6KeQQy_oViseKdbhMw8Fysy1ffHmC8Q-miB6wRnL3DylVepC0nifdoky6RqYfanRirWMXa99a7AtZSGI-qbFEIP-qua6GV2x9mn1ClyrdKei2KA/s640/blogger-image--1145798066.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Ingredients:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><ul class="recipe-ingredients__list" style="box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 16px; list-style: none;"><li class="recipe-ingredients__list-item" itemprop="ingredients" style="box-sizing: inherit; padding-bottom: 8px;"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">25g soft or spreadable butter</span></li><li class="recipe-ingredients__list-item" itemprop="ingredients" style="box-sizing: inherit; padding-bottom: 8px;"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;">1/2 loaf of bread</span></li><li class="recipe-ingredients__list-item" itemprop="ingredients" style="box-sizing: inherit; padding-bottom: 8px;"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">50g sultanas, raisins or other dried fruit</span></li><li class="recipe-ingredients__list-item" itemprop="ingredients" style="box-sizing: inherit; padding-bottom: 8px;"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">2 tsp cinnamon </span></li><li class="recipe-ingredients__list-item" itemprop="ingredients" style="box-sizing: inherit; padding-bottom: 8px;"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">350ml milk </span></li><li class="recipe-ingredients__list-item" itemprop="ingredients" style="box-sizing: inherit; padding-bottom: 8px;"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">50ml double cream </span></li><li class="recipe-ingredients__list-item" itemprop="ingredients" style="box-sizing: inherit; padding-bottom: 8px;"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">2 eggs </span></li><li class="recipe-ingredients__list-item" itemprop="ingredients" style="box-sizing: inherit; padding-bottom: 8px;"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">25g caster sugar</span></li><li class="recipe-ingredients__list-item" itemprop="ingredients" style="box-sizing: inherit; padding-bottom: 8px;"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;">nutmeg - shake to taste </span></li></ul><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;">****preheat oven to 180degs</span></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">It's best to use older bread. As I keep my bread in the freezer to keep it from going stale, I had to remember to leave a loaf out for 24 hours! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiN93u2QTH2dZuI3TpCoo_fyQV4N4uVTuvi58G_5uRJt5EquLaeQSbO1yaErVVeC9Nt5fb8-1396jiPjpMAFa8tWdeJCZf8WJ7g66VUM9DqDdvqFBZ_AUwbRa-MaIzD8Ogy96lHHlMg3Xdo/s640/blogger-image-400265878.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiN93u2QTH2dZuI3TpCoo_fyQV4N4uVTuvi58G_5uRJt5EquLaeQSbO1yaErVVeC9Nt5fb8-1396jiPjpMAFa8tWdeJCZf8WJ7g66VUM9DqDdvqFBZ_AUwbRa-MaIzD8Ogy96lHHlMg3Xdo/s640/blogger-image-400265878.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Use grease proof paper to butter the dish. We had to make two puddings so as well as doubling the ingredients, we had two dishes to prepare. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgDgNsz5U5GQy1QsJ2cZaCoWHnuoarN4DKvkW_34f5jyPMsFksIuCh7n7DSkp0zZoRemdMpZQScanPLSyZ-oISc_mSemuaWeEYilRvYbO9R0anEJGfR3YPrt-J0sJEdx3JhavCICALplAa/s640/blogger-image-396325322.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgDgNsz5U5GQy1QsJ2cZaCoWHnuoarN4DKvkW_34f5jyPMsFksIuCh7n7DSkp0zZoRemdMpZQScanPLSyZ-oISc_mSemuaWeEYilRvYbO9R0anEJGfR3YPrt-J0sJEdx3JhavCICALplAa/s640/blogger-image-396325322.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Butter all the bread and cut into quarters. This was the first time the Zebra was allowed to use a butter knife and she had great fun.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTvPG6fHh5Z4OQ3emkrAOlHiZZfZ5nW5Kj6k-GF7rbLniRln0Op648ttVq9myT5xY3wxSZxb9T0pKWnVwSxUZOZtGNrAgOV98bhVD69aPO_fakZ2Sqxb6dtoLha8xPU2ezf_qv9TcN3vFZ/s640/blogger-image-1389237897.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTvPG6fHh5Z4OQ3emkrAOlHiZZfZ5nW5Kj6k-GF7rbLniRln0Op648ttVq9myT5xY3wxSZxb9T0pKWnVwSxUZOZtGNrAgOV98bhVD69aPO_fakZ2Sqxb6dtoLha8xPU2ezf_qv9TcN3vFZ/s640/blogger-image-1389237897.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Use a third of the bread to make the bottom layer, sprinkle on a third of the fruit and then shake on some nutmeg. Repeat twice until all ingredients are used and the dish is filled.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgN4DlEUUT-kpO4CPsXxKyi4_-1M4LS7UkyP-NwHj_b9f9RVPPCzZwy0yRt48x0g7W3XHj_FSwL7BcyNQsFJYFmJ2k09l2tuGGCeQ3YW9vyDoTWUmlGqXOz5qz7h7PBRF9kvOvDI2zWDAsX/s640/blogger-image--1370838764.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgN4DlEUUT-kpO4CPsXxKyi4_-1M4LS7UkyP-NwHj_b9f9RVPPCzZwy0yRt48x0g7W3XHj_FSwL7BcyNQsFJYFmJ2k09l2tuGGCeQ3YW9vyDoTWUmlGqXOz5qz7h7PBRF9kvOvDI2zWDAsX/s640/blogger-image--1370838764.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Asd the milk and cream to a pan and stir until it's really hot, but do not let it boil!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsy3kLE2D8Gwn-U3rw4ktJZeSWSCKMiQtWXYPl3IYGYRa3oPleo7z_qcgPG861Zm5eOGUe81kQ3CWC1v88_5eWBmsmh8LfdDqwgFk1L3-srGVO450RmxBuHozOgvc1bXUst02lsoXXW2H2/s640/blogger-image--1811406773.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsy3kLE2D8Gwn-U3rw4ktJZeSWSCKMiQtWXYPl3IYGYRa3oPleo7z_qcgPG861Zm5eOGUe81kQ3CWC1v88_5eWBmsmh8LfdDqwgFk1L3-srGVO450RmxBuHozOgvc1bXUst02lsoXXW2H2/s640/blogger-image--1811406773.jpg"></a></div><br></div></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Whisk together the cinnamon, eggs and 3/4's of the sugar. When the milk & cream is ready, stir it in slowly.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4d4LcaxB9hXE2sXyyj8FU8x6lv9vlxPQgXGkqA8qH6gYgSJAx1IV5qVjIoFwU96dzP7mnPnVn88fLksq5vjQTIvbj25D1pqZY8iSRqsvSO0zmWmojPbqtwXJN2mh8Vpo1gc_2D8sFPQU0/s640/blogger-image-1724356212.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4d4LcaxB9hXE2sXyyj8FU8x6lv9vlxPQgXGkqA8qH6gYgSJAx1IV5qVjIoFwU96dzP7mnPnVn88fLksq5vjQTIvbj25D1pqZY8iSRqsvSO0zmWmojPbqtwXJN2mh8Vpo1gc_2D8sFPQU0/s640/blogger-image-1724356212.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Pour the mixture over the layered bread and then top with the remaining sugar. Leave <span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">for at least half an hour to set before you pop it in the oven for 30 minutes.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><br></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1I5pfRh-cit8gbhYRGJ4Q1fe06EO3mcOaCp2rz1o0iu5iTJOWLZvPmxn4910RL99MFrNAyDrawEA_UYSlQijMnBE448uJpn1nqQIpR127X4gw3nnHzUt3Spcl7QfL7IkgY-Hxp3gDGMM_/s640/blogger-image--117400021.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1I5pfRh-cit8gbhYRGJ4Q1fe06EO3mcOaCp2rz1o0iu5iTJOWLZvPmxn4910RL99MFrNAyDrawEA_UYSlQijMnBE448uJpn1nqQIpR127X4gw3nnHzUt3Spcl7QfL7IkgY-Hxp3gDGMM_/s640/blogger-image--117400021.jpg"></a></div><br></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">So tasty and warming - Total stodge but extra yummy!</span></div>TheCornishZebrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09935168911372603518noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3906323839470839109.post-30142870252839647422016-02-06T07:51:00.001+00:002016-02-08T09:49:53.945+00:00Xin Nian Kuai Le!<div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj70Ghdo0-kib2GbyDBVj5mPU2T-QdBui-_cq8S_7ZS6DoG-eGP7XJhfLr1t2xWV7RFZRJfK2bevR7DVCoEKWWdjNvsrEw1uDan2nywIRC5jxKcvh-Zrwa_w_NVQqhYugbO91Y1RRD0ZLM_/s640/blogger-image--2029309185.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj70Ghdo0-kib2GbyDBVj5mPU2T-QdBui-_cq8S_7ZS6DoG-eGP7XJhfLr1t2xWV7RFZRJfK2bevR7DVCoEKWWdjNvsrEw1uDan2nywIRC5jxKcvh-Zrwa_w_NVQqhYugbO91Y1RRD0ZLM_/s640/blogger-image--2029309185.jpg"></a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div>Happy new year - Chinese new year that is!<div>Today begins the year of the fire monkey and to respect the Spring Festival we have created an oriental cherry blossom tree.</div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisYnXOwqrUak9H_pjiFIw3C5ytm8VMutSEem7qKd7pU_LI4oCk5N5qTCby5tUnL3KeWg6v2fjwGex9D6P7f9-Byq8FLDo-Y11GEN7v1xVjMVfLYlLVU7Kuh4TOfKibi89iV6cpj0IJOtlD/s640/blogger-image-1132559597.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisYnXOwqrUak9H_pjiFIw3C5ytm8VMutSEem7qKd7pU_LI4oCk5N5qTCby5tUnL3KeWg6v2fjwGex9D6P7f9-Byq8FLDo-Y11GEN7v1xVjMVfLYlLVU7Kuh4TOfKibi89iV6cpj0IJOtlD/s640/blogger-image-1132559597.jpg"></a></div><div><br></div>Other than the usual materials, <span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">you will need an empty plastic bottle - the smaller the better!</span></div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPUWE8Er4zAItuYhXDbRL4CExU8tZLwPL_t8gkJWgn8QwX0mxSHfcm1LwFTefTkO2IjfAXHwenIblr2xkVeRHNbzdJ9AD7xbW0-4dROVvnMk9BgJaW6de4jFrYnl035xGSaxPCyFZRxhgc/s640/blogger-image-109613763.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPUWE8Er4zAItuYhXDbRL4CExU8tZLwPL_t8gkJWgn8QwX0mxSHfcm1LwFTefTkO2IjfAXHwenIblr2xkVeRHNbzdJ9AD7xbW0-4dROVvnMk9BgJaW6de4jFrYnl035xGSaxPCyFZRxhgc/s640/blogger-image-109613763.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div>I used pink, purple and white paint to give a variety of colours, and spread it thinly onto a plate so the picture didn't get lagged!</div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxIMfRSvf4jZYU3kmh9NYMW2ac0QqoYu81YwFwJ7zkAJPA-hPFs7nbkN8VClSUfHijrepKxyrUSUWCs9SIhwuGspTdeYZGu-Jz5qZXbI-EQOFa8BolU_St2pkyEQCp-agj18zqgW-1PFip/s640/blogger-image--1234371962.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxIMfRSvf4jZYU3kmh9NYMW2ac0QqoYu81YwFwJ7zkAJPA-hPFs7nbkN8VClSUfHijrepKxyrUSUWCs9SIhwuGspTdeYZGu-Jz5qZXbI-EQOFa8BolU_St2pkyEQCp-agj18zqgW-1PFip/s640/blogger-image--1234371962.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div>This is the tricky bit! Using a black marker draw a tree onto card. I drew lots of wiggly lines heading up and out, then made them thicker to look like branches.</div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9UYslKZx7-QAmN7TuqhjuPstRZgKILMEO-GRb9OQb4kWm6F_MSFYe2rl1KaM9EYp-iVG6yVlHsZFEGf9JVnJN6cmRMe9fiEC3yFeT9B0KsXBEcrJalLyh5CvPmQLiE7_WZa7IiMJx8fek/s640/blogger-image--1659271778.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9UYslKZx7-QAmN7TuqhjuPstRZgKILMEO-GRb9OQb4kWm6F_MSFYe2rl1KaM9EYp-iVG6yVlHsZFEGf9JVnJN6cmRMe9fiEC3yFeT9B0KsXBEcrJalLyh5CvPmQLiE7_WZa7IiMJx8fek/s640/blogger-image--1659271778.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div>Then it's over to the Zebra! Dip the bottom of the bottle into the paint and then stamp all acros the tree to give it the blossoms. She really enjoyed making the pink prints all over the page, in fact she was so engrossed there wasn't a single bit of paint on her toes!!</div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4CS-NZCxcw73G6eOsE02205ReV9_zvV56qiDAyuVBpOHe9oEoUPDZK5YNXUYl9UhsVTMsdjphSj5aJeGMAoX15dpIYlGKqlt9Cd7CnB51-ipsWDpf_5tQ1EdS4OsPVVzmMqnXeN2j18pv/s640/blogger-image-1412229298.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4CS-NZCxcw73G6eOsE02205ReV9_zvV56qiDAyuVBpOHe9oEoUPDZK5YNXUYl9UhsVTMsdjphSj5aJeGMAoX15dpIYlGKqlt9Cd7CnB51-ipsWDpf_5tQ1EdS4OsPVVzmMqnXeN2j18pv/s640/blogger-image-1412229298.jpg"></a></div></div><div><strong style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> 恭喜发财 恭喜發財 </strong></div>TheCornishZebrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09935168911372603518noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3906323839470839109.post-32512426677830766192016-02-04T21:47:00.001+00:002016-02-04T21:49:43.949+00:00Footprint Butterfly<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQAUFXW3Oq6Z0XvbK-c3BW-xoGKEiJSwF-WhkmPS82kh1E9PiU5OweUb5RWjHx2C49YQvhxRZEsWS-mxpkC-XbIrKkvaxKqsGJHx_IbNpvqaUOMjXVli3NQMfXWdL-VzUebOzfNPcszgmd/s640/blogger-image--1363082920.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQAUFXW3Oq6Z0XvbK-c3BW-xoGKEiJSwF-WhkmPS82kh1E9PiU5OweUb5RWjHx2C49YQvhxRZEsWS-mxpkC-XbIrKkvaxKqsGJHx_IbNpvqaUOMjXVli3NQMfXWdL-VzUebOzfNPcszgmd/s640/blogger-image--1363082920.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">We are slowly heading towards spring so time to make some bright, pretty crafts!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRkxMgf99DcUxPh4sMQvntk4QlHaKpZGeQQqogygBb-usCktYAVA3QcT7Xv2Lp8vrg9tKOHcBVg14YZr1cnriCdBbXpcbx6UGR_LeUzxNLdSm6OXExTBP60JPc6mfM7U8hJQWoik48wjA2/s640/blogger-image-1573479621.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRkxMgf99DcUxPh4sMQvntk4QlHaKpZGeQQqogygBb-usCktYAVA3QcT7Xv2Lp8vrg9tKOHcBVg14YZr1cnriCdBbXpcbx6UGR_LeUzxNLdSm6OXExTBP60JPc6mfM7U8hJQWoik48wjA2/s640/blogger-image-1573479621.jpg"></a></div>You can use any paints, but I love these pastel shades for a spring butterfly.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitw6Wb3RFc4OePPQI7F_RXVsVMrNbE8ibqeiMA9ePGdTjQoVbkBMAiauZEWGdr53MRbrUrja97Tve3UexyoPNWFE_N6jA-GWOpsP0ALg0NEMLHe3sYTwOKbxMwGaxZp2BO7UIxVMXTgbTb/s640/blogger-image--1330088796.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitw6Wb3RFc4OePPQI7F_RXVsVMrNbE8ibqeiMA9ePGdTjQoVbkBMAiauZEWGdr53MRbrUrja97Tve3UexyoPNWFE_N6jA-GWOpsP0ALg0NEMLHe3sYTwOKbxMwGaxZp2BO7UIxVMXTgbTb/s640/blogger-image--1330088796.jpg"></a></div></div>Squirt the paint into lines on a plate, then press their foot straight into it. I had some paper down to dab the excess paint off before printing onto the card. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">The Zebra just adores painting with her feet and had great fun stamping her mark!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitvk4Ruyj5XKLuidjZUgqqnv96X82_AvNB_9IAdHPwOO8AWjLrae9M41-kiJL24E9h0XuAsCKe-0ykeHK9M3CFjCwOJgicxGDapxsqk1XbUnkzB8gA8Ogugzqsx55DzdUR1iXaF5hQaKXx/s640/blogger-image--1504935452.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitvk4Ruyj5XKLuidjZUgqqnv96X82_AvNB_9IAdHPwOO8AWjLrae9M41-kiJL24E9h0XuAsCKe-0ykeHK9M3CFjCwOJgicxGDapxsqk1XbUnkzB8gA8Ogugzqsx55DzdUR1iXaF5hQaKXx/s640/blogger-image--1504935452.jpg"></a></div>Once he prints have dried, draw a butterfly wing shape around one foot. Cut it out and use it as a template for the other foot.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilEBRANqaei-7k2GjJVljJNdmcZDvtJ2v7hp1S9lEKNJn3M_FCL2gjHpUF11AAzNIQ3fzfKT6f0h1vi60iy3pbyNlUXJ_nab4OIpPCh4ZAE_X11R14nuk9NFIaC4m96F9N_XHLcg-tpcwE/s640/blogger-image-1928608855.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilEBRANqaei-7k2GjJVljJNdmcZDvtJ2v7hp1S9lEKNJn3M_FCL2gjHpUF11AAzNIQ3fzfKT6f0h1vi60iy3pbyNlUXJ_nab4OIpPCh4ZAE_X11R14nuk9NFIaC4m96F9N_XHLcg-tpcwE/s640/blogger-image-1928608855.jpg"></a></div>Draw and colour a black head and body on the scrap paper left over and cut it out. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNs2zE2qiD-qcZzamL4adGeDOw25S37qhIOJpY8PMaNPhyphenhyphen_YBwynsl56xw9ACObhAcseX-2iJhXst_lExX6noAhYqaXDdQa-PTvUJXZEqa8YXO18uyGPr0sqeY4LiJnVLBDlfVt1ce5-Qj/s640/blogger-image-2030100081.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNs2zE2qiD-qcZzamL4adGeDOw25S37qhIOJpY8PMaNPhyphenhyphen_YBwynsl56xw9ACObhAcseX-2iJhXst_lExX6noAhYqaXDdQa-PTvUJXZEqa8YXO18uyGPr0sqeY4LiJnVLBDlfVt1ce5-Qj/s640/blogger-image-2030100081.jpg"></a></div>Glue the body and wings down and stick on some eyes. Twirl a pipe cleaner round a pencil to make the antenna and then stick to the head.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Ta-Dah! A beautiful butterfly waiting for the sunshine. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div></div>TheCornishZebrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09935168911372603518noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3906323839470839109.post-18922549916089028342016-02-01T16:42:00.001+00:002016-02-01T16:44:54.633+00:00Wintery Window<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7lMySslkpewup6KeQsggvXELWCH3BYX8AMj4PTtG6rkpxQ4GoJCYbS9Mxb9KMDjrgJhFXseLrZS9BRTYGLt5KqZVh9oq92DXFBGgH5OgZjSAMvvlYJGIygtJJUw69b-pbd48oOzSsWPlZ/s640/blogger-image--1181965739.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7lMySslkpewup6KeQsggvXELWCH3BYX8AMj4PTtG6rkpxQ4GoJCYbS9Mxb9KMDjrgJhFXseLrZS9BRTYGLt5KqZVh9oq92DXFBGgH5OgZjSAMvvlYJGIygtJJUw69b-pbd48oOzSsWPlZ/s640/blogger-image--1181965739.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">We haven't seen a single speck of snow out of the window this winter, so I guess we better make our own!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjMaGtQ2sHaBwnaBt3W9dTINvOpfOi4MrP3fbqDdyoZIC1Cq2W9T8z97Df_fBcKUIRhV6Czs0C0ud9qQn3BxDbP_TYjO0LEOVQ_vXO52jKTavTMUvN4eGFIh8TEy0D-cIB1OT-Rc5BbMfo/s640/blogger-image-1123322906.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjMaGtQ2sHaBwnaBt3W9dTINvOpfOi4MrP3fbqDdyoZIC1Cq2W9T8z97Df_fBcKUIRhV6Czs0C0ud9qQn3BxDbP_TYjO0LEOVQ_vXO52jKTavTMUvN4eGFIh8TEy0D-cIB1OT-Rc5BbMfo/s640/blogger-image-1123322906.jpg"></a></div>The blue card is for the sky and the brown is for the windows wooden frame.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5UF9ZWoXhNc1PpbmmohH6yS2tohqNGO6ChBH0gv7khc20z-Mdp2W1pva0vxrwR1_khxFZIeIbuJzfvotiFjFmadHReakoHVU1xuS74oOQJY1pmAwYtskDcu_7tuOb-FkRzOdC-QWcgXZ3/s640/blogger-image-218471725.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5UF9ZWoXhNc1PpbmmohH6yS2tohqNGO6ChBH0gv7khc20z-Mdp2W1pva0vxrwR1_khxFZIeIbuJzfvotiFjFmadHReakoHVU1xuS74oOQJY1pmAwYtskDcu_7tuOb-FkRzOdC-QWcgXZ3/s640/blogger-image-218471725.jpg"></a></div>I used PVA glue to trail a line of glue across the top of the card. I made it nice and thick so there was lots to flow down - this gives an icicle effect for the windows. The Zebra rather enjoyed watching it drip down!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMUIEokMggOEwJaYJ4_vm5RTHdJ9MA5ZCb4JxMmgAz1phqfoP4CPRHNxIuSOdim4jnRr-XxjmZKKyDnHq5VJy60AsHPhk7Rmk8JP9z8-RgEMWHVhjueAxOXJFjszpfUrwU8j7vpvsmGaHv/s640/blogger-image-675143756.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMUIEokMggOEwJaYJ4_vm5RTHdJ9MA5ZCb4JxMmgAz1phqfoP4CPRHNxIuSOdim4jnRr-XxjmZKKyDnHq5VJy60AsHPhk7Rmk8JP9z8-RgEMWHVhjueAxOXJFjszpfUrwU8j7vpvsmGaHv/s640/blogger-image-675143756.jpg"></a></div>Once it had reached the bottom, the Zebra used blue and silver glitter to cover the picture.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnM_YEuXRnpSzD-iFDMHPYY4q_RVxAEwdca_so_ejHNwFLEICTMFMylPtHEhsnVQU2z9keD4P6mrmRkobA0_IPUWo28cVEXBASs_qlBYmU92Uqnnt0r9kcYkX36PozRs45sleTnIe72b2N/s640/blogger-image--116014244.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnM_YEuXRnpSzD-iFDMHPYY4q_RVxAEwdca_so_ejHNwFLEICTMFMylPtHEhsnVQU2z9keD4P6mrmRkobA0_IPUWo28cVEXBASs_qlBYmU92Uqnnt0r9kcYkX36PozRs45sleTnIe72b2N/s640/blogger-image--116014244.jpg"></a></div>The Zebra though it was much more fun to cover me in glitter...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXt_xKWD9miZtVqEM30SR2b06rzd_ZtjJeUugiWB2762hh4aTZlYNntZ_Bwlt3qcNoq2-C0FYmvyojvpOsU9HEHsZq_VUYhE-tsegBIyF-1q26Ej5zuNEAQFFTsHJfPPAvqtHGRn9PDt-Z/s640/blogger-image-650662532.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXt_xKWD9miZtVqEM30SR2b06rzd_ZtjJeUugiWB2762hh4aTZlYNntZ_Bwlt3qcNoq2-C0FYmvyojvpOsU9HEHsZq_VUYhE-tsegBIyF-1q26Ej5zuNEAQFFTsHJfPPAvqtHGRn9PDt-Z/s640/blogger-image-650662532.jpg"></a></div>And make patterns on he table!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfYi2S6VHbRZcxZjsGO008KiJNu7nLk5UA4gHnauSaYNIY8ijs7jBYbK49ItnCgNq6c_ia031OiYOaYRPELH0vzvTzRXNS9feT-IXIn9inAWn8OCeJ3Yah_pSOblwRc4vYE-uTQ8TG36SA/s640/blogger-image--605838465.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfYi2S6VHbRZcxZjsGO008KiJNu7nLk5UA4gHnauSaYNIY8ijs7jBYbK49ItnCgNq6c_ia031OiYOaYRPELH0vzvTzRXNS9feT-IXIn9inAWn8OCeJ3Yah_pSOblwRc4vYE-uTQ8TG36SA/s640/blogger-image--605838465.jpg"></a></div>While she played, I cut 4 rectangles out of the brown card, then fixed it onto of our glitter sky.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVsY3xEqGSiTPv4hl0sAkrbqllsRgIGW4WGJcDN4bfqykN1gbToqwLnu1gXAwqxGoqpS71MbBSh-tO9QKyUM7BreAhCaFDfpz89YlxW6MUUXsPkYDAgmJT49wXIja-dOLTCzdTc1wpD8pX/s640/blogger-image-1076598423.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVsY3xEqGSiTPv4hl0sAkrbqllsRgIGW4WGJcDN4bfqykN1gbToqwLnu1gXAwqxGoqpS71MbBSh-tO9QKyUM7BreAhCaFDfpz89YlxW6MUUXsPkYDAgmJT49wXIja-dOLTCzdTc1wpD8pX/s640/blogger-image-1076598423.jpg"></a></div>And here you have it - a wintry snow scene to watch out the window!</div>TheCornishZebrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09935168911372603518noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3906323839470839109.post-48746532416331876012016-01-30T11:29:00.001+00:002016-01-30T15:28:13.398+00:00Warm Orange Nutty cake<div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDVCxYkXqWLLUuLW0q_EiFUYCbIyh5UNgAdqEwr0Xk8KTrkS5LPLxqSOMwV4hxBtsRf_yVSXW79AiSwv0APYxwAmUZf0AMLxppRZJapFfk969iEyRWgrvWTn7xMRhFCBuYblYV91FYKAIz/s640/blogger-image-950328524.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDVCxYkXqWLLUuLW0q_EiFUYCbIyh5UNgAdqEwr0Xk8KTrkS5LPLxqSOMwV4hxBtsRf_yVSXW79AiSwv0APYxwAmUZf0AMLxppRZJapFfk969iEyRWgrvWTn7xMRhFCBuYblYV91FYKAIz/s640/blogger-image-950328524.jpg"></a></div></div>For this weeks bake I am using my fab new cooking book! <div><br><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBGrJBBTz2e0MQS2H80vLRTq9tCppeGYJl-4Khi1wH0-zHNwtC9QREbY0uJ3Z31agw4igQxNicZGPrnYCbIfXiw-io8b_TaH1IMtsgEuy0AbouvRs6OxtitxHj0Pn3IKs0G_2l5RhyfWEE/s640/blogger-image-752771414.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBGrJBBTz2e0MQS2H80vLRTq9tCppeGYJl-4Khi1wH0-zHNwtC9QREbY0uJ3Z31agw4igQxNicZGPrnYCbIfXiw-io8b_TaH1IMtsgEuy0AbouvRs6OxtitxHj0Pn3IKs0G_2l5RhyfWEE/s640/blogger-image-752771414.jpg"></a></div></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">I've been eating healthy for over a year so thought it about time to treat myself to a new read. The recipe was a bit too healthy for me so we made a few substitutes!</span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXWlrP0I14-ZNi-SgC3XwSsOtU3vzFc0Z34RxX392a6K7ejsOAqciFVFaHaXOd7Yck8ZLFmqk49SWhY3nAFjDePRke2wpucMw4oXwRuIaXRAChxj5no_75Xecpgsa888W4lASp64Ss6uUH/s640/blogger-image--1158999328.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXWlrP0I14-ZNi-SgC3XwSsOtU3vzFc0Z34RxX392a6K7ejsOAqciFVFaHaXOd7Yck8ZLFmqk49SWhY3nAFjDePRke2wpucMw4oXwRuIaXRAChxj5no_75Xecpgsa888W4lASp64Ss6uUH/s640/blogger-image--1158999328.jpg"></a></div>Ingredients</span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">1 large orange</span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">125g dried apricots </span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">70g walnuts</span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">70g almonds</span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">70g Brazil nuts</span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">4 eggs</span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">200g caster sugar</span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">125ml olive oil</span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">85g wholemeal self raising flour</span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">****preheat oven to 160degs</span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNlJ_kyOsj6OYOLlVI06FaECINVUmG-CxVCbScJFdY9JENWiC5IVJ4i-OxhdhcZUgBIJ8yCiWJkqEUmY_tlaS6dic13mZXIiMpO8mHGoHGqBTEdet8UDcqmvzt5KU4IqienjvJ8B6_U3o7/s640/blogger-image-1082112074.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNlJ_kyOsj6OYOLlVI06FaECINVUmG-CxVCbScJFdY9JENWiC5IVJ4i-OxhdhcZUgBIJ8yCiWJkqEUmY_tlaS6dic13mZXIiMpO8mHGoHGqBTEdet8UDcqmvzt5KU4IqienjvJ8B6_U3o7/s640/blogger-image-1082112074.jpg"></a></div>First up, cover the orange in water and boil for half an hour, then add in the apricots and boil for another 15 minutes.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8_D3VfgZ4n67sjGef1KLZp1GCmhfHv7zef4WLFzF9QeOq_qWr952Wh2heSmxYmVifk3gdm6nOd8sxHNGluCrPL8PE2kl8HDeEuMPSN52Apmjw0j1683l_AGZgqbYeNZSGBHvJ6pvIBwMG/s640/blogger-image-361741196.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8_D3VfgZ4n67sjGef1KLZp1GCmhfHv7zef4WLFzF9QeOq_qWr952Wh2heSmxYmVifk3gdm6nOd8sxHNGluCrPL8PE2kl8HDeEuMPSN52Apmjw0j1683l_AGZgqbYeNZSGBHvJ6pvIBwMG/s640/blogger-image-361741196.jpg"></a></div>We don't have a food processor, so had to make do with my smoothie maker! The Zebra loved putting all the nuts in the container one by one, and had even more fun pressing the button to whiz them up. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGMm2ASjuGV2GPW9QXsYaqBQNuGx90hx5OutnD3Od4Kc4EJ95GWOdbzJEnFh0cXIzrNWVlVv_v3SA_8wP_8y_gHBC8VaM3uaH19Wb8TkJLzDA4X8FIkKJ_sbJrCkA3UFUhuHgBoLuT2H0p/s640/blogger-image--1761427482.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGMm2ASjuGV2GPW9QXsYaqBQNuGx90hx5OutnD3Od4Kc4EJ95GWOdbzJEnFh0cXIzrNWVlVv_v3SA_8wP_8y_gHBC8VaM3uaH19Wb8TkJLzDA4X8FIkKJ_sbJrCkA3UFUhuHgBoLuT2H0p/s640/blogger-image--1761427482.jpg"></a></div>Tip the nuts and flour into a big bowl and mix together. Pop the bowl to one side.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgv06Puewo0jhAjpGHLq5rnBcfcNnSb89zYjmtQvEkrDOBjxZE22Rk0-m_7pcN4GuvZCo6AkMf45kmLfbWFDSDQtKmgzWty280C1CYqdP-azDieJVhSn3wXndcKDroXE4LTqe5h3knPaV-X/s640/blogger-image-326442889.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgv06Puewo0jhAjpGHLq5rnBcfcNnSb89zYjmtQvEkrDOBjxZE22Rk0-m_7pcN4GuvZCo6AkMf45kmLfbWFDSDQtKmgzWty280C1CYqdP-azDieJVhSn3wXndcKDroXE4LTqe5h3knPaV-X/s640/blogger-image-326442889.jpg"></a></div>The Zebra greased up the cake tin with a little oil, she loves anything that resembles painting.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwKcHVYPk830qOq2tmh5hfX809KjJMz5C2ZfDdF4X77yrSsmN-5cbQEH7St8q7BfA9vIe-B7tQ5Wt5iIl92IdqmOmOrzS74G1IpubqF6Ft1wwUfB14zWJX1Oysj7Af2mNVCH2egh9elp7o/s640/blogger-image-781671565.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwKcHVYPk830qOq2tmh5hfX809KjJMz5C2ZfDdF4X77yrSsmN-5cbQEH7St8q7BfA9vIe-B7tQ5Wt5iIl92IdqmOmOrzS74G1IpubqF6Ft1wwUfB14zWJX1Oysj7Af2mNVCH2egh9elp7o/s640/blogger-image-781671565.jpg"></a></div>Once the orange and apricots are boiled, cut the orange open and take out any pips. The whole lot then goes in the processor/blender until smooth.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMzRIgdl4LWEltMVeMj4r_WKtY-X7VMCCWjdTKtJRWA-GrVOwyd-mFGUUInfNU1cfihdHu3oiw-J69V49iGaBgM3tF_qMBLw2csC3edRq8eS-8YGOw7O-jjMT2z1GsgZI2W_Fa4FIPptmG/s640/blogger-image--2073393976.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMzRIgdl4LWEltMVeMj4r_WKtY-X7VMCCWjdTKtJRWA-GrVOwyd-mFGUUInfNU1cfihdHu3oiw-J69V49iGaBgM3tF_qMBLw2csC3edRq8eS-8YGOw7O-jjMT2z1GsgZI2W_Fa4FIPptmG/s640/blogger-image--2073393976.jpg"></a></div></span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Add the fruit purée in with the oil, eggs and sugar. Mix together really well.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtsggBrnOq9VQHVXb02w-lJRhQlqgIVLRRrAel9zNlGE-sv5dPiuWCvzTiKOVgzn4wYRxm5Ic6VfT8xEfR277Ek6n8h1GpyTQDA_zYlMVmXKn2jMOso3iCB1ABFnbi-zsQOPqjqFi01Bvm/s640/blogger-image-962331253.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtsggBrnOq9VQHVXb02w-lJRhQlqgIVLRRrAel9zNlGE-sv5dPiuWCvzTiKOVgzn4wYRxm5Ic6VfT8xEfR277Ek6n8h1GpyTQDA_zYlMVmXKn2jMOso3iCB1ABFnbi-zsQOPqjqFi01Bvm/s640/blogger-image-962331253.jpg"></a></div>Finally, tip in the nuts and flour from earlier. If you have a processor you can blend it all together, but we did it by hand!</span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8WGW1TVZTkPCUuisngZXAUNfP6-q_ipuNJaNE3RWRUhdaOHzGelFRwWOpF7UdLSyMdMlk5cXAaPRJop9So_Pm5MF7zrJlHz-E0o2LM-mQlPvh1yoAcQ0OnE977UP9yfpEo0Hxs4uEEBoQ/s640/blogger-image--495053446.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8WGW1TVZTkPCUuisngZXAUNfP6-q_ipuNJaNE3RWRUhdaOHzGelFRwWOpF7UdLSyMdMlk5cXAaPRJop9So_Pm5MF7zrJlHz-E0o2LM-mQlPvh1yoAcQ0OnE977UP9yfpEo0Hxs4uEEBoQ/s640/blogger-image--495053446.jpg"></a></div>Spoon the mixture into the pre-greased tin and decorate the top with nuts. Remember to lick the spoon clean!</span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiP6WwZNehJ8rUPp4WGH15cXKrbJ8AASwRwP2CHhSd7xouYKqzQXZmr-_17ulKg-u0oL8bi0sqUp0o__Rd2ppnCmEyzCkrgOfyxTHdVcrOEMrVvlP5PIij-OZyoWCGFyR-zhvmlhlaNa_U2/s640/blogger-image-1723985272.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiP6WwZNehJ8rUPp4WGH15cXKrbJ8AASwRwP2CHhSd7xouYKqzQXZmr-_17ulKg-u0oL8bi0sqUp0o__Rd2ppnCmEyzCkrgOfyxTHdVcrOEMrVvlP5PIij-OZyoWCGFyR-zhvmlhlaNa_U2/s640/blogger-image-1723985272.jpg"></a></div>Pop in the oven for an hour to get the perfect, tasty, healthy cake!</span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIZkVY2P1rt6MYcTA_kgmjtmKNN0NSV-BmMDgyMaqhUEct23BSffkrVcabS0AE9mUWdnfoNVuf0kcExtsH3h5wK-W0kx1u8RYzFPb_XG0DSMs95Y-eJ1cg3seGVVG7w7aZRbZwvJ3wHb4c/s640/blogger-image-1393825877.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIZkVY2P1rt6MYcTA_kgmjtmKNN0NSV-BmMDgyMaqhUEct23BSffkrVcabS0AE9mUWdnfoNVuf0kcExtsH3h5wK-W0kx1u8RYzFPb_XG0DSMs95Y-eJ1cg3seGVVG7w7aZRbZwvJ3wHb4c/s640/blogger-image-1393825877.jpg"></a></div>It's not chocolate but the Zebra sure does love it!</span></div><div><div><br></div></div></div>TheCornishZebrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09935168911372603518noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3906323839470839109.post-89702065293209885222016-01-28T22:49:00.001+00:002016-01-28T22:58:54.888+00:00Melted Snowman<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNaQKrxCL8tKSYLdX-hJPN7giXkNRFRlM5jw5N1CIsMXOMwZRhuwPtCjkDskmDGZ4wUaGtT71CDs0fzym4NbYiAVCTbEP_T6gNVKl_dqZjlrboCb-hqfRsyIamW8HCrH3aWtQ182WK8Lax/s640/blogger-image-747642578.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNaQKrxCL8tKSYLdX-hJPN7giXkNRFRlM5jw5N1CIsMXOMwZRhuwPtCjkDskmDGZ4wUaGtT71CDs0fzym4NbYiAVCTbEP_T6gNVKl_dqZjlrboCb-hqfRsyIamW8HCrH3aWtQ182WK8Lax/s640/blogger-image-747642578.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Things have been rather quiet here at the Zoo as the the Zebra has been poorly and not felt like doing any crafts. She's luckily getting better so we did a quick make this afternoon!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifJUMcFQSHLER6uJerssyNfL0-syp7N0q29WCBieIUERH4RnedqUZqB3FECMESyNbXE0TFZMrt9CNSu3XMhVEYDM3FKbij6gP8A7pBk2qO0r94Rj7Iis9QY0349NIy8WFcoewkcNxVR0oJ/s640/blogger-image--375116739.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifJUMcFQSHLER6uJerssyNfL0-syp7N0q29WCBieIUERH4RnedqUZqB3FECMESyNbXE0TFZMrt9CNSu3XMhVEYDM3FKbij6gP8A7pBk2qO0r94Rj7Iis9QY0349NIy8WFcoewkcNxVR0oJ/s640/blogger-image--375116739.jpg"></a></div>For the melted snowman you obviously need white paint! This is best painted onto dark card or paper - we went for dark green grass. We used some pink ribbon and paper to make a hat and scarf, then some mini Pom-poms for buttons, orange triangle for nose, and of course, googley eyes! Oh, and don't forget the glitter...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBQhdQ39IsfYrnAaWcXpLXx3eSwfxvyvGX3jxGeOnVUfehPoubCZgql8JmhOnl5kHJLnP4BKfAAFgB3D_dgZBk9No6n2LnvtIDmYa6ukEn1de4b0N_sbOph7mTfUW8ZGEcTVRXZLLz5NUy/s640/blogger-image--583284192.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBQhdQ39IsfYrnAaWcXpLXx3eSwfxvyvGX3jxGeOnVUfehPoubCZgql8JmhOnl5kHJLnP4BKfAAFgB3D_dgZBk9No6n2LnvtIDmYa6ukEn1de4b0N_sbOph7mTfUW8ZGEcTVRXZLLz5NUy/s640/blogger-image--583284192.jpg"></a></div> Really easy to paint this one - I let the zebra use a sponge brush to swish the white all over the card.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgW6AH1pu7p-JtWL6AjgtWhZCJZCAYqbn_CZBR0njo0-LPWmLFk4P7HBkqSZZ1yucoNpJBeneQbNCqR0-1lS1jQHk315JlAXg04xgMXbtBkbngQ9dBYCNCDUxQFiChAJhwSYCiCMM8GC1NK/s640/blogger-image--2103675376.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgW6AH1pu7p-JtWL6AjgtWhZCJZCAYqbn_CZBR0njo0-LPWmLFk4P7HBkqSZZ1yucoNpJBeneQbNCqR0-1lS1jQHk315JlAXg04xgMXbtBkbngQ9dBYCNCDUxQFiChAJhwSYCiCMM8GC1NK/s640/blogger-image--2103675376.jpg"></a></div>After that we used silver and blue glitter, because it's not a toddler craft without some glitter!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbn2s7UQWftF9PBIBX45X_fjbBxHWNCJZsIcPycDZndW_RNO2NWtr0EH9gLF_Yym7eOGf1jrNtH_GSobfJHLmxIYkAkNUwp06V8kxh0RxDimsRO6gxdFbMkFRu2n0dhx-smctfLYry_g5F/s640/blogger-image-155477482.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbn2s7UQWftF9PBIBX45X_fjbBxHWNCJZsIcPycDZndW_RNO2NWtr0EH9gLF_Yym7eOGf1jrNtH_GSobfJHLmxIYkAkNUwp06V8kxh0RxDimsRO6gxdFbMkFRu2n0dhx-smctfLYry_g5F/s640/blogger-image-155477482.jpg"></a></div>To help develop the fine motor skills, I got the Zebra to dip the snowman parts in glue and stick onto the card. It doesn't matter where they go as the snowman is now a puddle!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjB_Bbk7tflZ5_JIjhCe8DiH-D6PjD5pPwlDf6n5dvALtZEVhDq64WIO06UoOVdAA5mskt56yHKTKufbbzrzwo3Q3xzzQV5-q5OZw6HizC1FsoXwSAXNqZ3BxHleyPqaCk2rwros5IyU7uK/s640/blogger-image-341372508.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjB_Bbk7tflZ5_JIjhCe8DiH-D6PjD5pPwlDf6n5dvALtZEVhDq64WIO06UoOVdAA5mskt56yHKTKufbbzrzwo3Q3xzzQV5-q5OZw6HizC1FsoXwSAXNqZ3BxHleyPqaCk2rwros5IyU7uK/s640/blogger-image-341372508.jpg"></a></div>And here it is - a sparkly, glittery, melted snowman </div>TheCornishZebrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09935168911372603518noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3906323839470839109.post-73379283583299959212016-01-18T16:58:00.001+00:002016-01-18T17:00:53.684+00:00Arctic Fox<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsuJprQyVN9VYF0l0BvSW66-lIBQK3X0Pmoirh3FuvjGfdqKxOG1uewU23CP7SteaLpk_7WFSmow478-SddeutNH2blYnSTsD1TVVK7AQ5V-m6brz4WSPnqGoD-RkcQmlrtuglB47PuqOH/s640/blogger-image--1376160124.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsuJprQyVN9VYF0l0BvSW66-lIBQK3X0Pmoirh3FuvjGfdqKxOG1uewU23CP7SteaLpk_7WFSmow478-SddeutNH2blYnSTsD1TVVK7AQ5V-m6brz4WSPnqGoD-RkcQmlrtuglB47PuqOH/s640/blogger-image--1376160124.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Brrrr!! It's some cold out there still!! We haven't been lucky enough to have snow down here in Cornwall, but that didn't stop us making a snowy fox...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpVebmTyM-fItNzsKgTWg6XIrARt0pjP9R9AYfkO2oRE006rysOqOqlsa0KBr5soM8fuvGZpv6zgFtljFJoJ_qsggfc8EkW0a4ViudMNbogYRYTBtrMP_pzJhud7Gunb-M88OQBl5-nzH8/s640/blogger-image-1010675744.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpVebmTyM-fItNzsKgTWg6XIrARt0pjP9R9AYfkO2oRE006rysOqOqlsa0KBr5soM8fuvGZpv6zgFtljFJoJ_qsggfc8EkW0a4ViudMNbogYRYTBtrMP_pzJhud7Gunb-M88OQBl5-nzH8/s640/blogger-image-1010675744.jpg"></a></div>Cotton wool and paper plates are the main materials, but, as always, we like to throw in some glitter and googley eyes! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8SEpQwVAfwdwGYlDoNYEXTpSU_brYxBlUtadMXPqktwPdvAHLA32eVljI5PhQWuUh-wZBXZPqDvYj1pFsVx5mUozC-AGmO6hDbqKpz3VHHfzHrVbJcCHaOgJQLnM7HzzRKd5hFGh2zzD6/s640/blogger-image-2140684750.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8SEpQwVAfwdwGYlDoNYEXTpSU_brYxBlUtadMXPqktwPdvAHLA32eVljI5PhQWuUh-wZBXZPqDvYj1pFsVx5mUozC-AGmO6hDbqKpz3VHHfzHrVbJcCHaOgJQLnM7HzzRKd5hFGh2zzD6/s640/blogger-image-2140684750.jpg"></a></div>As this is a relatively clean craft, the Zebra was more than happy to wear her apron(!) She loves to 'dip-dip' and was content covering a whole plate in cotton wool.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjB08cYg3ITA0fRiHzUqQkNvsVNHeinwpofb9MFwkIOnLPAVcyswVStMF-RdIgu5YjfrGsOurShQnBQYLQwrXfCRduvquzuDvDr6PVBvnzTsiEaYtRd44qMSptLV6rs22fNuqM9mPqNjpI3/s640/blogger-image-1836873644.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjB08cYg3ITA0fRiHzUqQkNvsVNHeinwpofb9MFwkIOnLPAVcyswVStMF-RdIgu5YjfrGsOurShQnBQYLQwrXfCRduvquzuDvDr6PVBvnzTsiEaYtRd44qMSptLV6rs22fNuqM9mPqNjpI3/s640/blogger-image-1836873644.jpg"></a></div>The Zebra got a by confused with the glitter glue today and tried splatting her hand on to <span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">make handprints - however she just scraped the glue off and ended up with very silver glittery hands!!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_4tGxazAulPm2foQrIa1v0m1PLeOeqlqMwI0AKiUi4_vkdsg2YhffmSiOCOjWDs8uj1gGDZ628N9oN1JPGQlmTJIGS3Dqt0TpYb_hnaqEXlTp5lBkeFMb_6xkKe6VYraHAKrlsyaUaPFS/s640/blogger-image-36992566.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_4tGxazAulPm2foQrIa1v0m1PLeOeqlqMwI0AKiUi4_vkdsg2YhffmSiOCOjWDs8uj1gGDZ628N9oN1JPGQlmTJIGS3Dqt0TpYb_hnaqEXlTp5lBkeFMb_6xkKe6VYraHAKrlsyaUaPFS/s640/blogger-image-36992566.jpg"></a></div>Once dry, you need to cut the plates into the fox. The cotton wool needs to be cut into half to make the body, and then a quarter for the head.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">From the glitter, cut 4 rectangles for legs, 2 triangles for ears, and a sausage shape for the tail.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoz1Mg0PO3C7IN_ehe6PySKfmJ08pr8DCI1vy43KMO6xAyFT5Lfs63kuLQrD_qlcGAANVkewYPcFxWl8-C0JAPMZ4gcS4DG9o82mE4mm0xDq0BKDWrOsZEuVD5FpBc0yr53PYV-8Wgu2YW/s640/blogger-image-1436102937.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoz1Mg0PO3C7IN_ehe6PySKfmJ08pr8DCI1vy43KMO6xAyFT5Lfs63kuLQrD_qlcGAANVkewYPcFxWl8-C0JAPMZ4gcS4DG9o82mE4mm0xDq0BKDWrOsZEuVD5FpBc0yr53PYV-8Wgu2YW/s640/blogger-image-1436102937.jpg"></a></div>Glue the parts together and add the eyes and nose and there you have it! One super sweet and sparkly Arctic Fox.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div>TheCornishZebrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09935168911372603518noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3906323839470839109.post-9907024190175127542016-01-15T16:31:00.001+00:002016-01-15T16:32:57.675+00:00Hats off to Mummy<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwc0ded_4mcHjZjK3JwS7iFTlaucP6G3J60AR1kJtDH5E27BPwm9bkksuir_sPW6f_QyKccqbCtgyzlTaXia7bBvYu_1LytUxbrJKig4QhiDUVgli15I3IB0Ib6Aqaj1pus5tXCZkzqgri/s640/blogger-image-1779488527.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwc0ded_4mcHjZjK3JwS7iFTlaucP6G3J60AR1kJtDH5E27BPwm9bkksuir_sPW6f_QyKccqbCtgyzlTaXia7bBvYu_1LytUxbrJKig4QhiDUVgli15I3IB0Ib6Aqaj1pus5tXCZkzqgri/s640/blogger-image-1779488527.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Today is national hat day - So obviously we had to make a hat!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgU3BeHzjFScyYcVHWNmwzl8VupWmwDBmHWF-whCi1HaUkMKYokhIZ_ZhAwPJ_urcf2j2sd4lfV68dVaw86j6cHTSBVsBIj-QGY1mbc2eWqblWQVwfA5vJLWa5g17oLYN-f6WYRumlmNl2a/s640/blogger-image--927246155.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgU3BeHzjFScyYcVHWNmwzl8VupWmwDBmHWF-whCi1HaUkMKYokhIZ_ZhAwPJ_urcf2j2sd4lfV68dVaw86j6cHTSBVsBIj-QGY1mbc2eWqblWQVwfA5vJLWa5g17oLYN-f6WYRumlmNl2a/s640/blogger-image--927246155.jpg"></a></div>I just pulled out some random bags from the cupboard today, including some party hats left over from the Zebras first birthday.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4q2hjNlDvsdvxzfk0MNaGod_8hsJI9-UODA6YNoXlzpJ3sv25CAbSVolNzCjgr_AW_pTxCy3ZpwszOG9nwcUXmVixMoSX-FtXYdKwAuFyCJ8K_FdvdImyNBIeH4L0uKmh5lxIMj8J09eF/s640/blogger-image-717221376.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4q2hjNlDvsdvxzfk0MNaGod_8hsJI9-UODA6YNoXlzpJ3sv25CAbSVolNzCjgr_AW_pTxCy3ZpwszOG9nwcUXmVixMoSX-FtXYdKwAuFyCJ8K_FdvdImyNBIeH4L0uKmh5lxIMj8J09eF/s640/blogger-image-717221376.jpg"></a></div>For some unknown reason, the Zebra made it very clear she did not want any feathers near her hat!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSuMzQq9gFgZ5M1jZbmjj_5KC8RutHoA35LKAzgV209cyovyyrzFtpqFEOm_eNEU0yaS9VaXRo7h9WpZ8nzwbpFn2GHx_IbJeRKiuwJnxkRKWTqqbToeF3gLKPVC12Upo9Emv3XxHAntMN/s640/blogger-image--1161267994.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSuMzQq9gFgZ5M1jZbmjj_5KC8RutHoA35LKAzgV209cyovyyrzFtpqFEOm_eNEU0yaS9VaXRo7h9WpZ8nzwbpFn2GHx_IbJeRKiuwJnxkRKWTqqbToeF3gLKPVC12Upo9Emv3XxHAntMN/s640/blogger-image--1161267994.jpg"></a></div>We soon got over the tantrum and got stuck into the glue! No matter how much pva we glooped, most the pom-poms fell off, so we used foam and glitter shapes instead</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSsmrK3sXlDTXlIQJXdMWwPmcLS5mWTpOb9wO3WSOi4DsLU3ErldYFZrw-zTHQhNboqRBQMLzd4OU6h9W2iJEeWw646x_p_ZpxUHgdamZJQwmcyKnLMD8dfu5BkICefKe_a1xMSf50iXaM/s640/blogger-image-1705186412.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSsmrK3sXlDTXlIQJXdMWwPmcLS5mWTpOb9wO3WSOi4DsLU3ErldYFZrw-zTHQhNboqRBQMLzd4OU6h9W2iJEeWw646x_p_ZpxUHgdamZJQwmcyKnLMD8dfu5BkICefKe_a1xMSf50iXaM/s640/blogger-image-1705186412.jpg"></a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">And the best bit of hat making? Trying it on! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilEkJFwEtPTiLQmJfRJu79ZO73uAXZ7DBZ90W4LoxgEYTP8DJe62dOT0HXyg_EQk3eeoHfq3ILn39UCbsz7saSdUcBGY01MLgyRB4GAKljx0aXLdAc-5lJw2dtkz81NLgM3Q5Lrw9sdH-z/s640/blogger-image--1907391780.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilEkJFwEtPTiLQmJfRJu79ZO73uAXZ7DBZ90W4LoxgEYTP8DJe62dOT0HXyg_EQk3eeoHfq3ILn39UCbsz7saSdUcBGY01MLgyRB4GAKljx0aXLdAc-5lJw2dtkz81NLgM3Q5Lrw9sdH-z/s640/blogger-image--1907391780.jpg"></a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">For our princess crown, we used some glitter glue tubes - it was going great onto the Zebra sat on it and wipe all the glitter into her bum... Time to tidy up!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqG-Il_kOFc8MmisjoHJYjR_igjpg-5iglYqYVXt6LOSJhcahDZtBFlbmgSqQw-3a8a7mzJlua_NEU1SB0N1FqetkWXHH4UPYIfqoRnKh9JiknpZcjDtfQUFWR6A8GUC7gt4sHFTj0L9tS/s640/blogger-image-1787268662.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqG-Il_kOFc8MmisjoHJYjR_igjpg-5iglYqYVXt6LOSJhcahDZtBFlbmgSqQw-3a8a7mzJlua_NEU1SB0N1FqetkWXHH4UPYIfqoRnKh9JiknpZcjDtfQUFWR6A8GUC7gt4sHFTj0L9tS/s640/blogger-image-1787268662.jpg"></a></div><br></div></div>TheCornishZebrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09935168911372603518noreply@blogger.com14