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Non-toxic & safety tested
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High-quality materials for everyday play
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Loved by 1000s of families

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Dot Markers Set - 6 Pack

CPR
Regular price $26.95
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12 Face Paint Sticks Set

CPR
Regular price $25.95
 Silicone Colouring Mat - A World of Tasty Adventures

Silicone Colouring Mat - A World of Tasty Adventures

Creative Play Resources
Regular price $36.95
 clean and conscious finalist

Silicone Colouring Mat - Australian Flora and Fauna

Creative Play Resources
Regular price $36.95
 24 Paint Sticks Set featuring washable paint sticks in pastel, fluoro, and metallic colors for kids' creative play.

24 Paint Sticks Set

CPR
Regular price $39.95
 Dough Stamper 4 Piece Set - Weather
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Dough Stamper 4 Piece Set - Weather

Creative Play Resources
Regular price $18.95 Sale price $15.55
Creative play with purpose

Designed by a mum & teacher - to actually help

Every product is made to turn everyday moments into calm, creative, screen-free connection.

Screen-free engagement

Activities that encourage creativity, focus and independent play.

Safe & quality assured

Independently tested, designed with children's safety in mind.

Mess-free creativity

Less setup, less cleanup, more time for play.

Meaningful connection

Moments of learning, conversation and connection together.

Ethically made

Responsibly sourced materials and trusted partners.

Gifts they'll actually use

Thoughtfully designed to inspire play long after opening.

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Loved by parents, kids & educators

We love our paint sticks! The colours are a really good mix and really nice to use. We can be creative and fun but not make a mess like you would with normal paint.
Hannah B. · 24 Paint Sticks
I love using these paint sticks in my toddler art classes! The pastel colours are so beautiful. Thank you for such a great product!
Tegan F. · 24 Paint Sticks
Love all my CPR stuff. The plate set keeps everything neat while travelling and makes clean-up so much easier.
Josh P. · Silicone Mealtime Set
Gave these to my grandchildren over the school holidays. We were all amazed at how beautiful the colours were. So easy to use and very satisfying for them to create their artwork. We love them!
Elizabeth C. · 24 Paint Sticks
My kids absolutely love these face paint sticks! They use them all the time for creative play and dress-up. Highly recommend for any family looking for safe and easy face painting fun!
Amanda M. · 12 Face Paint Sticks
My granddaughter just loves the paint sticks. So easy to use and no mess. Such vibrant colours. Nanna loves them too.
Maree T. · 24 Paint Sticks
These colouring mats are so therapeutic. They're great for mindfulness
Stephanie C. · Silicone Colouring Mat
Great products and customer service.
Laura B. · Silicone Mealtime Set
I love this silicone colouring mat & so do my kids! Really easy to clean, even after leaving the marker on for a prolonged period of time. It doubles up as a great placement during a meal!
Caitlin · Silicone Colouring Mat

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creative play resources and Australian toy associationgifts for kids. Australian gift and home wares trade show
creative play resources and Australian toy associationgifts for kids. Australian gift and home wares trade show
creative play resources and Australian toy associationgifts for kids. Australian gift and home wares trade show
creative play resources and Australian toy associationgifts for kids. Australian gift and home wares trade show
creative play resources and Australian toy associationgifts for kids. Australian gift and home wares trade show
creative play resources and Australian toy associationgifts for kids. Australian gift and home wares trade show

Proud Partner: Starlight Children's Foundation

Play it forward: since August 2024, 1 in every 20 products sold has been donated to the Starlight Children’s Foundation. This includes our non-toxic Face Paint Sticks, Paint Sticks & Dot Markers - bringing smiles and creative play to children in need.

About Creative Play Resources

Creative Play Resources is a family-owned Australian business founded by a mother and teacher. We create purposeful, Australian-designed products that inspire creativity, support learning through play, and help make parenting a little calmer and more connected.

Learn More About Us!

Why Creativity Matters

From a teacher and mum who believes creativity is the foundation of lifelong learning.

More Than Art
Creativity helps children make sense of the world, solve problems, and express themselves.

Skills for Life
Creative play builds confidence, fine motor skills, and flexible thinking - the building blocks of learning.

Our Purpose
We design tools that turn everyday moments into opportunities to imagine, create, and grow.

"Creativity is as important in education as literacy, and we should treat it with the same status". Sir Ken Robinson

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Media Testimonial

"Creative Play Resources isn’t just another art kit – it’s a clever way to fuel creativity, encourage self-expression, and develop important skills, all while keeping the mess (and your stress levels) to a minimum. Honestly, we’re obsessed - and your kids will be too!"

Mum Central

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