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Giveaway: Country Living Christmas Joys: Decorating, Crafts, Recipes book

November 23, 2015 by Stefanie Girard

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Giveaway- Country Living Christmas Joys: Decorating, Crafts, Recipes

Leave a comment in today’s post by December 1st, 2015 and you are in the running for this AWESOME Christmas craft, decorating and recipe book.

Open to U.S. residents only please.

More about the book from the publisher Hearst Books:

“Make this Christmas the best and brightest yet, with hundreds of gorgeous decorating ideas and delicious recipes. From holiday house tours and ways to deck the halls to handmade gifts and festive feasts, this beautiful book will help you celebrate Christmas in Country Living style. Create stunning wreaths, turn saltshakers into sparkling snow globes, craft Advent calendars from tiny envelopes, bake gourmet-store-worthy cookies, and more to make a truly happy holiday.”

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Comments

  1. Angie says

    November 23, 2015 at 12:23 pm

    Wow, I would love to win this!

  2. Gretchen says

    November 23, 2015 at 1:00 pm

    Great magazine. I would love to have this book

  3. Joan says

    November 23, 2015 at 1:30 pm

    What a nice give away.

  4. Marie W. says

    November 23, 2015 at 1:37 pm

    Thanks for this give away.

  5. Chantel Lee says

    November 23, 2015 at 2:18 pm

    This would be nice. Especially if it would arrive in time to do these projects before Christmas!

  6. Kathy E. says

    November 23, 2015 at 2:22 pm

    One of my favorite things to do is make my own gifts for Christmas gift-giving. I know I’d find many new ideas in this book, plus lots of new recipes!

  7. Deb Neerman says

    November 23, 2015 at 3:11 pm

    I’m a l-o-n-g time CL subscriber and somehow, I’ve never seen this book before … would love to add it to my collection! Thanks so much for the chance, CraftGossip!

  8. Sheila Green says

    November 23, 2015 at 4:32 pm

    I would love to win this book. I read Country Living, and I have a reserve on this book at my library.

  9. Julie Regan says

    November 23, 2015 at 5:41 pm

    A Country Living Christmas book would be a welcomed addition to my craft room. Thank you for the opportunity.

  10. Marlene says

    November 23, 2015 at 7:07 pm

    Thank you for having this giveaway! I would love to have this book. Always looking for more ways to make the Season more special.

  11. beth says

    November 23, 2015 at 7:25 pm

    this looks like a good book

  12. Carla Hundley says

    November 24, 2015 at 1:31 am

    Would be neat to
    win this and make
    some of the goodies!
    Carla from Utah

  13. Alice C. says

    November 24, 2015 at 8:01 am

    I always love (and save) the Country Living Christmas issues. This book would be a huge treat!

  14. shari harniss says

    November 24, 2015 at 8:54 am

    Great looking book! Thanks for the chanced to win!

  15. Jeanne says

    November 24, 2015 at 11:25 am

    Love this magzine, Need one

  16. middleagecouple says

    November 24, 2015 at 11:29 am

    Thank you for the opportunity. Isn’t Christmas fun?

  17. Debbie Wilson says

    November 24, 2015 at 11:32 am

    This looks like a great book to have. Thanks for giving us a chance to win it.

  18. Darlene Holte says

    November 24, 2015 at 11:42 am

    Would love to win this!

  19. Maryellen says

    November 24, 2015 at 11:46 am

    I love Country Living, would love to win this book!!!!

  20. Melody Eccher says

    November 24, 2015 at 12:04 pm

    Hooray! A new Country Living Christmas book. I always look forward to their publications. Please add me to the give away list.

  21. Mary Helene says

    November 24, 2015 at 12:27 pm

    Would love this for new inspiration.

  22. ladysusanpdx says

    November 24, 2015 at 1:01 pm

    Thank you for a lovely giveaway! Christmas is my very favorite season and U would really love to win this book.

  23. boilermom27 says

    November 24, 2015 at 1:07 pm

    This book looks great, thank you for the chance to win one!

  24. Cindy McIlvain says

    November 24, 2015 at 1:35 pm

    I love collecting craft books for Christ.

  25. annehaun says

    November 24, 2015 at 1:49 pm

    Sounds like a wonderful book as well as a fun book!

  26. Joanne Carpenter says

    November 24, 2015 at 1:57 pm

    This would be a great gift for my Japanese daughter-in-law who wants to learn more of our traditions.

  27. Angieboss says

    November 24, 2015 at 2:12 pm

    Great gift idea for the crafter who has everything!

  28. Cheryl L. says

    November 24, 2015 at 2:24 pm

    Always in the market for new ideas!

  29. Chris Murphy says

    November 24, 2015 at 2:26 pm

    wonderful collection; thank you!

  30. Becky Peterson says

    November 24, 2015 at 2:29 pm

    Looks like a good book; thanks for the chance to win.

  31. Trish says

    November 24, 2015 at 2:33 pm

    Love how it looks vintage! Happy Holidays, everyone! And good luck!!

  32. cassews says

    November 24, 2015 at 2:58 pm

    Thanks for the chance to win!!! If I win it looks like next Christmas would be a country Christmas around my house (as I would need that long to gather it all up !LOL)

  33. Rose says

    November 24, 2015 at 3:48 pm

    May you all have a blessed and safe holiday season!

  34. Karen says

    November 24, 2015 at 4:42 pm

    I would love to win this. I would love a Country Living Christmas.

  35. Theresa K says

    November 24, 2015 at 5:32 pm

    I much prefer making my gifts instead of buying them. I would love to see what is inside this book. Thanks for the chance to win.

  36. Dee says

    November 24, 2015 at 5:47 pm

    Looks good to me!

  37. Nikki says

    November 24, 2015 at 6:00 pm

    would love to win this!

  38. Leslie Schmidt says

    November 24, 2015 at 6:14 pm

    I seem to have an insatiable need to find new and fun Christmas ideas, so this would be fantastic.

  39. Donna says

    November 24, 2015 at 6:20 pm

    Love crafting!

  40. Chris Duane says

    November 24, 2015 at 7:18 pm

    My favorite holiday! You can never over decorate or eat for Christmas!

  41. michelle says

    November 24, 2015 at 7:58 pm

    Oh I bet this isa a great book. Good luck everyone!

  42. Angela says

    November 24, 2015 at 9:48 pm

    Wouldn’t it be nice to snuggle up with a fire, hot chocolate, & this book?

  43. Julie Henderson says

    November 24, 2015 at 11:23 pm

    What a deliciously delightful crafty book! I think it really wants to come home with me. 😉 Anyhoo, many thanks for the giveaway & blessed holidays to all.

  44. Denise Bryant says

    November 25, 2015 at 12:37 am

    Sounds like a fabulous book!

  45. Nancy D says

    November 25, 2015 at 3:09 am

    Love Country Living, I have read it for years. One of the best publications out there. If I’m not the lucky winner I’ll be buying this issue 🙂

  46. Joy says

    November 25, 2015 at 9:07 am

    I would LOVE to win this , I make most of my gift’s

  47. PJ Miller says

    November 25, 2015 at 10:35 am

    Please, please, please pick me as your winner!

  48. Ginny Duke says

    November 25, 2015 at 12:13 pm

    Would absolutely love this ! Thank you for the chance !

  49. A Roskelly says

    November 25, 2015 at 2:50 pm

    Love, love, love Country Living! Good luck to everyone!

  50. Kate B. says

    November 25, 2015 at 6:08 pm

    Looks like a wonderful book. Thanks for the chance to win!

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Have you read?

30 Brilliant Uses for Empty Pill Bottles You Probably Haven’t Tried Yet

Creative and Practical Ways to Reuse Pill Bottles Around the Home

Let’s be honest—those little orange pill bottles multiply like rabbits in the back of the medicine cabinet. And if you’re anything like me, tossing them feels wasteful. They’re sturdy, compact, and practically begging to be reused. So rather than sending them to landfill purgatory, let’s put them to good use!

Here are 30 clever, crafty, and completely practical ways to reuse pill bottles—from home hacks to travel tips and even a few creative craft ideas your grandkids will love.

Home Organization Hacks

  1. Spare change stash
    Pop it in your car’s cup holder, and you’ll never be caught short for a parking meter again.
  2. Emergency sewing kit
    A couple of needles, thread, tiny scissors, and a spare button fit perfectly.
  3. Tiny hardware holder
    Nails, screws, washers—no more rummaging through random tins in the garage.
  4. Safety pin storage
    Stop chasing scattered pins in the bottom of your junk drawer.
  5. Toothpick travel case
    Because no one wants loose toothpicks rolling around in their handbag.
  6. Matches + striking strip
    Glue a match striker to the lid and toss it in your camping kit.
  7. Mini first-aid kit
    Band-aids, alcohol wipes, and a few painkillers—all in one waterproof spot.
  8. USB or SD card holder
    Label the lid and keep your data safe and dry.

Craft & DIY Ideas

  1. Bead storage
    Perfect for sorting small amounts by color or type.
  2. Glitter containment
    Finally, a way to store glitter without it taking over your whole craft drawer.
  3. DIY travel paint pots
    A little dab of acrylic in each bottle = no mess on the go.
  4. Mini crayon case
    Snap a few crayons in half and toss them in for road trip fun.
  5. Yarn needle case
    Stop losing your large eye needles in the couch cushions!
  6. Button collector
    Keep vintage buttons or those extras from clothing tags neatly sorted.
  7. DIY air freshener
    Punch holes in the lid, fill with baking soda and essential oils, and tuck into smelly corners.

Gardening & Outdoors

  1. Seed storage
    Keep heirloom seeds labeled and moisture-free between seasons.
  2. DIY watering scoop
    Cut the bottom off and use it to water seedlings gently.
  3. Slug bait traps
    Fill with beer, bury level with soil. Say goodbye to slug-munched lettuce.
  4. Travel spice holder
    Take your garden herbs camping with labeled, sealed bottles.

Travel & Purse Essentials

  1. Earbud holder
    No more tangled cords in the bottom of your handbag.
  2. Travel pill sorter
    Instead of dragging the whole cabinet, portion out what you need.
  3. Hair ties and bobby pins
    A small bottle keeps these sneaky little things together.
  4. Lotion or sunscreen decanter
    Much cheaper (and smaller) than travel bottles from the store.
  5. Jewelry protection
    Pop your rings or earrings in a cotton-padded bottle while swimming or traveling.
  6. Breath mint container
    No more rattling Tic Tac boxes—just sleek and quiet.

Kids, Pets, & Emergency Prep

  1. Pet treats
    Handy for walks or training sessions. Clip to your keychain or leash.
  2. DIY “I’m bored” game pieces
    Write fun challenges on slips of paper and store them for school holidays.
  3. Mini flashlight storage
    Tuck in a tiny torch and a few batteries—great for glove compartments or emergency kits.
  4. Tooth fairy bank
    My kids used to leave the tooth and the bottle under the pillow. Easier for the fairy to find!
  5. Message in a bottle
    Classic beach day fun. Bonus points for sealing it with wax.

A Quick Safety Note

If you’re using old prescription bottles, make sure to remove or cover the label completely—personal info should stay your business. And give each bottle a good wash before repurposing.

There’s something deeply satisfying about finding new life for old things. It’s frugal, clever, and let’s be honest—there’s a certain joy in telling someone, “Oh this? It’s just a pill bottle I upcycled.”

Have you found a genius way to reuse pill bottles? Share it in the comments or tag us @CraftGossip on Pinterest or Facebook—we’d love to see your ideas!

 

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