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The first frosts have arrived, and Turbo’s on a mission to spread warmth! With Grandma Duck’s help, he delivers scarves, hats, and mittens to all his friends — even Wormy gets a tiny, snuggly neck warmer. This gentle watercolour moment from Between Leaves and Snowflakes  by A.J. Thomas celebrates kindness, generosity, and the magic of caring for one another as winter draws near.

Turbo vs. the Autumn Leaves (Round 2!) As the seasons shift and the air turns crisp, Turbo has discovered his new  favourite hobby… or so he thinks. Last week, he decided he was going to be an Autumn Gardening Expert. He tried to rake the leaves into a neat little pile for composting — but the wind had other ideas.  By the time he finished, the leaves were everywhere except  the bin, Turbo was tangled in the rake, and Kevin the frog was giggling from the pumpkin patch. Well…

Autumn’s final whispers are full of love and gratitude. In this tender watercolour scene, Turbo the duck writes messages on golden leaves and sends them floating into the wind. A gentle reflection on change, friendship, and the beauty of seasons turning. Part of Between Leaves and Snowflakes  by A.J. Thomas — a heartwarming journey from autumn to Christmas.

“Turbo’s turning trash into treasure again! This week, we’re cracking open the secret power of eggshells…” Don’t toss those eggshells — they’re garden gold!   Ways to use them: Crush & Sprinkle  – Scatter finely crushed shells around your plants to deter pests. Soil Booster  – Mix ground shells into your compost or potting mix for extra nutrients. Seed Starters  – Fill half shells with soil, plant your seeds, and pop them straight into the garden when ready!   Simple, sustain

The wind is whistling, the scarves are flying, and laughter fills the air. It’s The Great Scarf Swap!   Grandma Duck’s well-meaning knitting day turns into a colourful mix-up when everyone ends up with the wrong scarf. A sweet, funny moment from Between Leaves and Snowflakes  by A.J. Thomas — celebrating friendship, generosity, and the joy of not taking life (or wool) too seriously.

A rainy-day romp for Turbo and his friends! Puddle Patrol is all about laughter, muddy feathers, and finding fun wherever the clouds lead. This playful watercolour scene from Between Leaves and Snowflakes  by A.J. Thomas celebrates resilience, joy, and the childlike magic of dancing in the rain. How do you  make rainy days fun?

Autumn’s chill has arrived, and Turbo’s making sure everyone stays cozy. Wormy the worm gets his very own patchwork blanket — stitched together from fallen leaves and friendship. A tender watercolour moment from Between Leaves and Snowflakes  by A.J. Thomas, celebrating kindness, warmth, and the magic of small acts that make big differences.

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A cozy afternoon in Grandma Duck’s farmhouse kitchen — shelves stacked with jars, apples waiting by the hearth, and the scent of freshly baked pies drifting through golden autumn light. Turbo lends a helping wing (and a hopeful beak) while Kevin watches eagerly from below. A heart-warming glimpse into family, tradition, and the simple joys that make the season sweet. Part of Between Leaves and Snowflakes  — A.J. Thomas’s seasonal series celebrating the journey from autumn to

“Sometimes, you’ve just got to dive into change — beak first!Turbo’s kicking off November with a joyful jump into autumn leaves — and look, Kevin’s already buried in the fun!  Between Leaves and Snowflakes  begins! Turbo the duck, Kevin the frog, and Wormy the worm leap into the golden glow of autumn. This whimsical watercolour scene from A.J. Thomas celebrates the joy of change and the beauty of the season. Keywords: autumn art, duck illustration, whimsical watercolour, chil

“Welcome to another Turbo’s Trash to Treasure Tuesday! Today we’re taking a humble egg‐carton and turning it into a beautiful keepsake box — perfect for holding tiny garden treasures, holiday gifts, or even seed packets. Let’s upcycle, have fun, and get creative!” Materials needed: One cardboard egg carton (clean & dry) Acrylic paints or water-colour paints in holiday / garden tones (greens, reds, golds, natural browns) Ribbon or string (for hinge or closure) Recycled decora

This week’s spooky-season craft is frightfully fun and  planet-friendly! Save those empty toilet rolls — they’re about to become the cutest little Halloween treat boxes. How to make them: Take a clean toilet roll and make four 1-inch cuts  on the bottom of each end. Gently fold the cut sections inward — they’ll tuck into each other to create a neat little cube-shaped end. Repeat on the other side so both ends are closed. Decorate with spooky faces, stickers, or ribbon. Pop in

Turning Halloween scraps into crunchy golden treasure! When Turbo saw the leftover pumpkin seeds from carving his spooky jack-o’-lantern, he flapped his wings and quacked, “Don’t throw those out! They’re snack gold! ” So instead of wasting them, Turbo and Kevin decided to roast them into a crunchy, healthy treat — and oh, what a treasure they turned out to be! You’ll Need: Seeds from one pumpkin A drizzle of olive oil or melted butter A sprinkle of salt (and a dash of cinnamo

You’ll need: * Empty jar (or plastic cup with lid) * Glow-in-the-dark paint or yellow paper circles * Markers, stickers & stars for decoration * A bit of string or ribbon for a handle Instructions:   1️⃣ Paint or stick your “glowbugs” inside the jar — you can use dots of paint or tiny paper circles with faces! 2️⃣ Decorate the outside with pumpkins, stars, and leaves.  3️⃣ Add ribbon or string around the lid so you can carry your jar like Turbo’s lantern.  4️⃣ Turn off the li

Turn your old egg cartons into a colony of spooky bats!  This easy upcycle is perfect for Halloween — fun for kids, thrifty for adults,...

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