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I'm Amy, a nutrition adviser and fellow teacher who knows the classroom grind firsthand. I provide evidence-based nutrition knowledge.
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No sewing, no prep, no stress—just pure creative magic! ✨
Come try Kinusaiga at one of our two Essex workshops! Whether you’re a complete beginner or a seasoned crafter, we’ve got everything prepped and ready for you to create a piece of art you’ll be proud to hang at home.
Can’t make a live session? Grab one of our handmade, pre-cut kits to make in your own time!
If you're in the Maldon area of Essex, comment KINUSAIGA for more information!
Ever heard of Kinusaiga? 🧵✨
It’s the ultimate calming, zero-sew craft! If you can tuck fabric into place, you can make something gorgeous—and the best bit? We do all the tricky cutting beforehand so it’s completely stress-free for you.
For our very first workshop, you’ll get to choose from a selection of beautiful autumnal designs. We’ll also have some of our handcrafted gift boxes available to buy on the night! 🎁
Come along, spend a relaxing evening picking the perfect fabrics to match your home decor, and leave with a piece seriously worthy of your wall. 🖼️
📍 Where to find us:
• South Woodham Ferrers (20th October)
• Salero Lounge, Maldon (29th October)
www.thenutrientproject.com/event-list
🎟️ Spots are limited—click the link in our bio to check dates and book your ticket!
18/09/2026
Have you ever heard of Kinusaiga? 🎨✂️
It's a fascinating Japanese art form that involves tucking fabric into carved grooves to create stunning, 3D textured pictures—and the best part? It's completely no-sew! 🍁✨
If you'd like to create a beautiful autumnal design that can be completed from start to finish in a single session, come and join us! You'll get to hand-pick your fabrics to perfectly suit your personal style or home decor, and we'll guide you step-by-step through mastering this unique craft.
Upcoming Workshops:
📍 Village Hall, South Woodham Ferrers - 18th October
📍 Salero Lounge, Maldon - 29th October
Pick from Halloween or autumnal designs to suit your vibe!
All tools and equipment are provided, so all you need to bring is your creativity.
Know someone who is always up for a new crafting challenge? Please share this post with them!
👇 Check out the incredible examples from those who have already tried our designs!
🔗 Book now at www.thenutrientproject.com/event-list
Did you guess the craft? 🤔
In our last edit, over 400 people saw the video, but absolutely no one commented! So, we are here to put you out of your misery...It was Kinusaiga! 🇯🇵✨
This beautiful fabric art form originated in Japan in the 1980s. We have incredibly big plans to deliver Kinusaiga workshops designed specifically to support mental health and emotional wellbeing. 🧠💚
Want to help us make a difference? Please hit all the buttons—Like, Comment, Share, and Save—to help this video reach the exact people who need to see it! 👇
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Getting creative isn't just a fun pastime—it is a powerful way to unwind, reduce stress, and look after your mental health. 🌿✨
We have some exciting plans in the pipeline to support your well-being through mindful, hands-on crafting, and we can't wait to share more with you soon!
Can you guess what craft we're working on from the video? Drop your best guesses in the comments below! 👇
📍 We need your help! If you know a place in mid-Essex (Maldon, Burnham-onCrouch, ChelmsfordL that would be perfect for hosting this workshop—whether it's a cozy studio, community hub, or local hall—send us a message!
Don't fall for the "No added sugar" line. 🛑
We see "No Added Sugar" stamped in bold letters on kids' drinks and snacks and naturally assume it’s the healthy choice. But here is the truth supermarket marketing won't tell you: these snacks are still packed with sugar, and it's actively harming their health.
Why "No Added Sugar" is misleading:
Stripped of Fibre: When whole fruit is processed into juice concentrates or smooth purees, the natural cellular Fibre matrix is completely destroyed.
The Liver Can't Tell the Difference: Without Fibre to slow down absorption, concentrated "natural" fruit sugars hit your child's bloodstream and liver with the exact same speed and impact as table sugar.
The Hidden Fibre Crisis: Over 80% of UK children fail to hit their daily Fibre target. Replacing whole fruit with processed "no added sugar" alternatives starves their gut microbiome of the essential Fibre needed for digestion, mood, and immunity.
3 Smart Swaps for Drinks & Snacks:
❌ "No Added Sugar" Juice Boxes ➡️ 💧 Water Infused with Fresh Orange or Strawberries (Hydration without the blood sugar spike)
❌ Fruit Snack Pouches ➡️ 🍏 Whole Apple Slices or Berries (Keeps the Fibre matrix intact)
❌ Flavoured Squashes & Waters ➡️ 🥛 Whole Milk or Unsweetened Plant Milk (Delivers real protein and calcium)
📥 Save this post for your next grocery run, and share it with another parent cutting through the food marketing spin!
It’s so easy to grab a quick treat on a day out, but the sugar content in standard options is wild! 🤯
17g in a single lolly when the NHS recommended daily maximum for 4–6 year olds is 19g from ALL foods. That’s almost an entire day’s upper limit in five minutes... and remember, that 19g is a cap, not a target!
The hidden sugars in convenience snacks catch us out every time. How do you handle high-sugar options when you’re out and about? 👇
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Dinner is still 40 minutes away, but the pre-dinner hunger complaints have already started... sound familiar? 🫠
Here is why I never stress about offering a pre-dinner veggie plate:
🥕 Nutritional Wins: Raw veggies with hummus deliver essential nutrients like vitamin A, vitamin C, plant protein, and hydration. If they end up picking at their main meal later, it’s no big deal—they’ve already eaten a plate of fresh, whole foods!
🧠 The Sensory Reset: Hard, crunchy foods require "heavy work" from the jaw muscles (proprioceptive input). This sends calming signals to the brain, helping dysregulated, post-school/post-nursery kids ground their nervous systems before bedtime.
Zero stress, zero battle, just healthy fuel. 🥒✨
Save this post for the next time dinner is taking a little longer than expected! 📌
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