How adorable is this snowman made out of grape vine wreaths! This idea has been around for awhile, but he is so simple to make and fun to add your own personal touches too! He can hang from your front door or hang him inside. Even quicker, make him out of green wreaths. Materials: 1 18" grape vine wreath 2 12" grape vine … [Read more...]
A can of Frosted Glass spray paint, stickers, decorative punches, and a glass vase or recycled jar, the possibilities are endless! Materials: Frosted Glass spray paint Glass vase, candle holder, glass jar Stickers Decorative punches Directions: I'm using two sizes of snowflake punches. Punch out the stickers and firmly … [Read more...]
Add some sparkle and fun to your serving spoons, dip spoons and spreaders! These are so much fun to make, and add the personal touch to any party! They make a great gift. Materials: 16 gauge aluminum Jewelry Wire Spoon Beads different sizes Wire cutters Needle nose pliers Directions: Double check your beads to make … [Read more...]
How cute are these little deers! Just pine cones, sticks and glue, add a red pom pom nose or a jingle bell, couldn't be easier. The kids will love helping find the perfect pine cones and sticks!! Materials: Pine cones different sizes, and not broken or too old Sticks and branches for legs and antlers Glue: Hot glue or any strong … [Read more...]
So fun and fast to make these beautiful balls using decorative paper punches! Every year I like to have a "girls" holiday party, and what would a party be without a party favor, these are this years party favor! Or maybe a bowl of the flower balls to match your decorator! Materials: Decorative punch (I using a … [Read more...]
If you like a little extra sparkle on your Christmas tree, you'll love these beaded ornaments! This is the perfect ornament to make and take to an ornament exchange, and you will be the hit of the party! Materials: Glass seed beads and or glass bugle beads Glass or plastic Christmas ornaments (any size) Glue: Mosaic Mercantile … [Read more...]
Believe it or not these beaded cross ornaments are easy and inexpensive to make. You can take this simple idea to form any shape with wire and then wrap in beads, maybe a star, heart, candy cane or Christmas tree! Materials: Seed beads Wire cutters 26 gauge wire 20 gauge wire (for the cross shape) Paper for shape … [Read more...]
Teachers play an important role in all our lives, let them know how much they are appreciated! I have put together a few ideas for fun simple ways to let a teacher know you care. I hope this will inspire you, and remember it's the thought that counts! Get the kids to pick out and help put together "I'm thinking of you" gift! All are … [Read more...]
This fun Halloween banner made from card stock is the perfect easy decoration. Make it with all ghosts, pumpkins or one of each, it's up to you. Materials: Card stock paper white, black, orange, yellow, green, brown Scissors White gel pen for cat and black pen for monster Cord or string Tape Tacky Glue and or Double stick … [Read more...]
Spiders, spiders....everywhere! Black wire and seed beads for eyes will be all you need for making these spiders, you will have a jar full in no time! If your children want to help make spiders, let them use black pipe cleaners, pony bead eyes and follow the same directions! pipe cleaner spider Materials: Black 26 gauge wire (I … [Read more...]
