This is so pretty and can be made using things around the house - scrap booking paper, extra buttons, some ribbon scraps, a frame (this is the perfect opportunity to use a frame that doesn't have the glass!). Materials: Frame with out glass *square shape I think works best; I'm using a 10" square frame White buttons different … [Read more...]
This adorable decorated shadow box frame is a simple gift that anyone would love or the perfect decoration for your mantel, bookcase or wall. Materials: Shadow Box Frame (any size) Wrapping Paper or Holiday Card Stock (that will fit into frame) Stickers (any size) to spell out "Jingle All The Way" Jingle Bells that will fit inside … [Read more...]
A little paint, a little time and you have these adorable Santa ornaments for your tree or gift bags! Materials: Wooden Doll Pins 3 3/4" package of 30 (sold in craft stores) Acrylic paint: red, white, black, flesh tone Paint brush(s) Snow-Tex Glittering Snow (sold in craft stores in with the paints) 20 or 18 gauge wire Star … [Read more...]
These little snowmen will add charm to any Christmas tree or gift box! They are quick and simple, and make a great project to do with the kids! Materials: Wooden Doll Pins 3 3/4" (package of 30, sold in craft stores) Red or Green felt for hat Acrylic paint: white, black, orange, red and or green Clear Gloss … [Read more...]
These cute little snowmen pins are so quick and easy (not to mention a great way to put all those spare buttons to use!). Materials: 2 buttons- smaller for head, larger for body: buttons with 2 holes 1 small pin back that will fit behind your buttons small strip of fabric or ribbon for scarf Super Glue or any strong holding … [Read more...]
Looking for a unique and eco-friendly way toThe surprised look you get when you give the decorated can as a gift is so worth the effect. Recycling your pop top soup cans will be a sure way your special gift will be remembered! Materials: Pop top soup can (opened from bottom of can) Can Opener that makes a clean cut out from the side … [Read more...]
Painting with plastic wrap gives these ornaments a new look. This is a simple way to recycle and refresh your solid colored ornaments. It's so easy that the kids are going to want to make some with you! Materials: Glass or plastic plain ornaments any size Acrylic Paints - I'm using red, dark green, metallic 14K gold Plastic wrap … [Read more...]
