Whether you picked us up after seeing us on TV or you’re brand new, here’s a quick guide to getting the most out of your eatsleepdoodle gift.
Because once you know how it works, it’s way better than a one-time activity.
First things first - what makes this different?
Our products aren't a color in once and it's done kind of gift. Every design is made with the idea that it can be used, washed, and reused again and again! That's because of our special magic markers with ink that washes out completely in a normal laundry load.
Step 1: COLOR
Let the little ones go for it! All our pens are washable, non toxic, and made for fabric. There's no need to worry about staying in the lines. 
Step 2: Make it about more than just coloring
Some of our designs come with learning resources you can access via the QR code on the packaging.
And our designs are made to be educational (but through play and creativity so kids actually want to learn). That means designs like:
- World flags and countries
- Nature and wildlife
- Dinosaurs and Space
- Fairytales and legends
It turns colouring into something a bit more engaging (and buys you more time too).
Step 3: Wash and reset
When you're ready, pop it in a normal laundry load. There's no need to separate it out and the ink won't spoil your brand new white t-shirt. And when your laundry is done, you're back to a blank canvas. 
Step 4: Air dry, iron, and go again
Let it dry naturally, give it a quick iron if you want it flat again…
…and it’s ready for round two.
A few ways parents and kids use them
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Out at restaurants
- Keeps kids busy without screens. No more phones at the table but something kids can get stuck into while you enjoy your food.
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On the go
- Easy to throw in a bag for trains, planes, car journeys… anything where you need a bit of quiet time.
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At home
- A go-to for those in-between moments. Not a big activity, just something calming on a rainy day.
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For sleepovers & playdates
- Gets everyone involved without needing loads of setup (or mess).
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As a gift that lasts
- Not something used once and forgotten. It comes out again… and again… and again.
Ways we love to use our eatsleepdoodle products!
Looking for some doodle inspiration? Here are some of our favourite ways that we like to use and get the most out of our eatsleepdoodle products!
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Placemats to go
Our kids color-in placemats to go are one of our most multipurpose products!
Designed to be the best grab-and-go gift and mess free coloring activity, each placemat comes complete in its own mini tote-bag making it the ideal travel companion.
We love our placemats as an activity to keep kids entertained whether at home, on trips out or when travelling. They’re great to keep little ones busy whilst they’re waiting for food and are also perfect for use outdoors for a picnic too!
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Pencil cases and bags
Our pencil cases to color in make for a great fun and creative activity at home and are the perfect back to school gift for kids!
With a large, neoprene lined interior, these pencil cases are perfect for storing all your pens and stationery for school and is great to use at home for craft supplies or as an accessories pouch too.
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Tablecloths
We love to use our color-in tablecloths as a fun activity for multiple children, or even the whole family! Our kids tablecloths make the perfect gift to spend time with the family whilst you color in and learn together, make a great activity at mealtimes (the ideal size for a kids zone at the table!) or to have out at parties.
With four super fun (and educational!) designs to choose from, our tablecloths to color in also make a great addition to any classroom and are a fantastic resource for homeschooling too – kids can gather around as they color and learn about world flags, heroines of history, the world map, or nature and wildlife!
Did you know, our tablecloths make great wall hangings too? We also love to show off our doodles by pinning up our tablecloths onto the wall – our heroines of history and world flags designs include some handy fabric tabs for easy displaying!
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Pillowcases
With designs to match every bedroom, what child doesn’t want to color in and customise their bedding!
We love our color-in pillowcases as a fun activity for sleepovers, or even just to customise at home! With lots of space and exciting designs, our color your own pillowcases provide hours of entertainment for kids whilst they color in and discover.
Want to keep your design around a bit longer? Leave the ink in place and it will last for as long as you like! Our pillowcases look great as a throw cushion or room decoration, too!
Our unique gift combination of education, sustainability, fun and reusability is hugely popular with parents, teachers and kids alike. And we hope these steps help you start your journey with eatsleepdoodle, and we hope that we’ve given some of you regular doodle buffs new inspiration for how to use your color-in gifts!
