But now, during the pandemic, Fiona is helping children and adults alike.
She said: “The Big Neighbourhood Lockdown 3.0 is a group with nearly 80,000 members from up and down the UK and it’s a great place to share ideas and find activity inspiration, especially for those with children at home right now.
“I’m all about keeping kids creative."
Let’s have a look at 9 of The Big Neighbourhood Lockdown 3.0’s ideas on how to make the most of the pandemic.
And to join the group, look for The Big Neighbourhood Lockdown 3.0 on Facebook.
Create window art;
Fiona said: "Colourful window displays are a great way of getting creative and bringing smiles to your neighbours faces. One of our group members created this lovely display of “Positive Pots” of paper flowers with messages of hope and creativity. Photo: other 3rd party
Celebrate the Chinese New Year;
Fiona said: "We all need an occasion to look forward to right now and Chinese New Year is fast approaching. We have some great art and craft ideas in the group that you can use with the kids at home or to make it into a home school topic - or use it as an excuse to try out some new recipes at home."
Evie Baumann is pictured joining in with the Artventurers ideas. Photo: other 3rd party
Make a bird feeder for the garden;
Fiona said: "There are various really easy ways to create a bird feeder for your garden – and you can then enjoy spotting who comes along to use it." Photo: JC
Have an indoor sports day; Fiona said: "Balloon races, ten pin bowling with empty milk cartons or juice bottles, giant noughts and crosses with paper plates….there’s loads of creative ideas online to turn everyday objects into equipment to use!" Photo: other 3rd party