Gnomes...they've been a HOT decorating craze for the past few years. I've seen people decorating every room in their home with gnomes...including their Christmas trees. They're cute and show off a part of your whimsy side. I can walk in just about any department store or home goods store and find … [Read more...] about How to Make Gnome Ornaments from Oyster Shells
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Get Your Wrapping Paper and Gift Bags Organized with a Storage Container
One thing I realized during the Christmas season was that I was very unorganized when it came to my wrapping paper, bows, gift bags, ribbons, to and from tags, etc. I wasted a lot of time trying to find things and when I did find them they were often damaged. Everything was a mess and I vowed to get … [Read more...] about Get Your Wrapping Paper and Gift Bags Organized with a Storage Container
Upcycled Empty Pill Bottle Snowman Ornament
Looking for a way to upcycle all of those empty pill bottles and prescription medication bottles that you get at the pharmacy? If so, we've got a cute and easy craft project for you today that utilizes them to make a fun Snowman Christmas Tree Ornament! You only need a few general supplies to make … [Read more...] about Upcycled Empty Pill Bottle Snowman Ornament
How to Make a Christmas Ornament Ball Door Wreath
Two weeks ago I went into Dollar Tree to pick up supplies to make a holiday door wreath for my daughter. This year she's decorating in a beautiful pink blush color, champagne, and gold color scheme. I love shopping at the Dollar Tree for affordable craft supplies. Almost everything to make this … [Read more...] about How to Make a Christmas Ornament Ball Door Wreath
Kid’s Craft Project – Painted Elf Seashell Christmas Tree Ornament
Looking for a fun Christmas craft project to make with the kids? These painted elf seashell Christmas tree ornaments only cost pennies to make! You don't have to be an expert artist to make them. We made them with a group of children 7-13 years of age. The one shown in the photo was made by a 12 … [Read more...] about Kid’s Craft Project – Painted Elf Seashell Christmas Tree Ornament
How to Make a Coastal Cottage Christmas Door Wreath
I decorate my home in a Coastal Cottage Beach Style year-round and that includes the holidays. It can be hard to find coastal holiday decor and when you do find it...it can be pricey! Often times, I opt to make my own! This Coastal Cottage Christmas Door Wreath is very easy to make! You can get all … [Read more...] about How to Make a Coastal Cottage Christmas Door Wreath
Grinch Christmas Tree Ornaments Made with Tumbling Tower Blocks
Tumbling Tower Blocks are wood game blocks that you can buy at Dollar Tree for $1.25 per box. They're smaller in size compared to the name brand Jenga Blocks and you get 77 mini blocks in the package. The Tumbling Tower Blocks are all the rage with crafters these days and over the next few months … [Read more...] about Grinch Christmas Tree Ornaments Made with Tumbling Tower Blocks
Sand Tarts Cut-Out Christmas Cookies Recipe
Every year during the Christmas holiday season I make at least 6 different type's of cookies and one variety that we make year after year are these classic, old-fashion Sand Tarts cookies. For 30 years I've been using my mother-in-law's tried and true recipe. It's a keeper! Sand Tarts will take … [Read more...] about Sand Tarts Cut-Out Christmas Cookies Recipe