I happen to be someone who simply looks at thread and enjoys it on display. This jar is pretty all by itself. But if you would like more ideas on what to do with your scrap thread stash pop on … Read More ...
How to make New Year’s Eve noise makers
If you like to make your own party accessories these noise makers are a fun and pretty project that will kick the new year off in the recycled spirit. Pop on over to the blog Domestic Charm and check out … Read More ...
Embroidery hoop and fabric Christmas tree
I am always on the lookout for ways to use my Christmas fabric stash. I have started a Christmas quilt but I’m sad to say it doesn’t make it up to the top of the list to work on much. … Read More ...
Snowman countdown calendar
I know it’s just a few days to Christmas but this idea was too cute not to share. And if you make it now you will have it ready to go next year! Pop on over to the blog Coffee … Read More ...
Spool, tinker toy and wood slat Christmas tree
If you happen to only have a thin bit of space for a Christmas tree this type of project just might work for you. It is scrap wood pieces that are cut in sequentially smaller lengths from bottom to top … Read More ...
Button and sequin ornament Christmas decoration
Christmas decorations that can also display a pretty card or photo are a great choice for crafting projects. And a super-fun way to customize blank wood objects is with a coat of paint and pretty colored sequins and beads from … Read More ...
Recycled paper tube Christmas ornaments
You know how much I love clever ideas using the humble tp tube. Well, thanks to Vesna for sending in the link to her blog where she features a fun tutorial on how to make painted tp tube Christmas ornaments… Read More ...
How to make wood triangle Christmas trees
If you like to make beautiful Christmas decorations that lean toward the minimalist style these triangles with little tiny dots may be just the project for you. I bet they would look great in any color combination you choose.
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Christmas decor from nature
If you like to add a bit of the outdoors inside with your holiday decor simply go out and grab a large branch, a hand full of little sticks and a sprig of pine needles and you are on your … Read More ...
Fun diamond ring shaped treat box
These are just the cutest treat box idea. I love these little round metal boxes and what a fun way to make them look like a diamond ring. Over at the blog Something Turquoise there is an easy tutorial on … Read More ...
Cool way to make an organic wreath
Sometimes I think it only takes a minute to look around and have an ah-ha moment. If you want to make something look around your house and I bet you will have all you need. Like this project that uses … Read More ...
Heart dies make a great Christmas tree shaker card
If you like making shaker cards for Christmas then you may just want to try this Christmas tree that uses 3 heart dies upside down. In one step you cut the cardstock and Fun Foam so you get perfect alignment. … Read More ...
Christmas Joy wood blocks embellished with buttons and beads
Nothing adds more fun to painted wood than buttons, beads, sequins and half pearl dots from Buttons Galore and More!
They are perfect for adding details to projects of all sorts materials. In this case I painted wood blocks, … Read More ...
How to make Christmas tree tassel garland
This darling Christmas tree garland is made with tissue paper but I bet it could be made with all sorts of things like recycled wrapping paper, book pages, clothing or all different colors of green yarn. Pop on over to … Read More ...
How to make recycled pine cone and cork Christmas
If you will be enjoying a glass of wine this Thanksgiving think about saving the wine cork
so you can make a pine cone Christmas tree. I bet you could add the year on the bottom of the cork as … Read More ...