This hand painted seashell angel Christmas tree ornament is really easy to make! You can make several of them in just one weekend! Once completed they look beautiful hanging on a coastal themed Christmas tree, used at package toppers, hung off the handles of gift bags, hanging from a peg knob, or … [Read more...] about Hand Painted Seashell Angel Christmas Tree Ornament
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Handmade Painted Cinnamon Applesauce Refrigerator Magnets
Handmade refrigerator magnets are a great way to decorate the front of your refrigerator for the holiday season. They're a "respin" on the traditional Applesauce Cinnamon Dough Christmas Ornaments that many of you are already familiar with. A few days ago I posted instructions on how to make … [Read more...] about Handmade Painted Cinnamon Applesauce Refrigerator Magnets
Painted Wood Snowman Family Shelf Sitters
This hand painted snowman family set of shelf sitters was made out of scrap wood (pine wood) from my husband's scrap pile. I made this set for my daughter who was loves displaying snowmen throughout the holiday and winter seasons. All four of the figures are a different size to represent a Dad, Mom, … [Read more...] about Painted Wood Snowman Family Shelf Sitters
The Mindfulness Patterns Coloring Book by Mario Martin
Relieve your anxiety by coloring! Here are enchanting patterns of symmetrical shapes, abstract designs, and nature themes—from diamonds and cubes to feathers and flowers. Pattern master Mario Martin has created intricate illustrations to color in, plus activities to make your own patterns. The fifth … [Read more...] about The Mindfulness Patterns Coloring Book by Mario Martin
Painted Ladybug Seashell Ornaments
These Ladybug seashell ornaments aren't just for Christmas! They can be hung up and used year round. Great hanging off a peg shelf, a cabinet knob, attached to a gift bag, used as napkin rings on a spring buffet table, and of course...hung on your Christmas tree. Love crafting with shells? We … [Read more...] about Painted Ladybug Seashell Ornaments
Puzzle Pieces Christmas Refrigerator Magnets
Last weekend the grandchildren came over for a Crafting with Nanny play date. We sat down and decided to make these adorable Christmas refrigerator magnets from upcycled puzzle pieces! Don't throw those old puzzles out, they can be used in all kinds of different craft projects like this one! These … [Read more...] about Puzzle Pieces Christmas Refrigerator Magnets
Upcycled Compact Disc Snowman Christmas Tree Ornaments
Looking for a fun way to upcycle those used compact discs? If so, we've got the perfect project for you! These Snowman ornaments can be completed in one day and then used to decorate the Christmas tree, as package tie-ons, holiday party favors, and more! They're inexpensive to make! Upcycled … [Read more...] about Upcycled Compact Disc Snowman Christmas Tree Ornaments
How to Make a Gift Bag Using Upcycled Paper
Tired of spending a fortune on gift bags? If so, save all of your gently-used gift wrap, newspaper and shirt boxes from the holidays and other gift-giving occasions to make your own! Each bag works up quickly and you most likely have most materials already on-hand! You can customize them however you … [Read more...] about How to Make a Gift Bag Using Upcycled Paper