Christmas "Shower Curtain"?Help! I am looking for a holiday, Christmas "shower curtain". Any tips? Thanks.
Thrifty Christmas Ornaments?I want to make some Christmas ornaments. Does anyone have any good, thrifty ideas?
Refresh Old Ornaments?Ideas for refreshing old Christmas ornaments.
Instructions for Reindeer Ornaments?Does anyone have instructions to make a reindeer ornament using a green christmas tree light bulb and pipe cleaner for antlers, wiggly eyes and a pom pom for a nose? Would sure appreciate help.
Christmas Ornament Question?Does anyone have any cute ideas for making Christmas ornaments using the acrylic ball ornaments that pull apart?
Wooden Spoon Reindeer?I need the directions for making Christmas Reindeer out of wooden spoons. You use the whole spoon. The handles make up the legs and the spoon makes the body. You then decorate them with felt saddles, ears and googly eyes. I just can't remember the placement of the spoon for the face.
Looking for Christmas Photo Ornaments?Looking for Christmas photo ornaments. I have snowflakes and like them but would like others.
Finding Plastic Snowflake Photo Ornaments?For 13 years I have gotten plastic snowflakes photo ornaments, but the business I got them from went out of business. I was wondering if you know where I can get similar ones. The space in the center for the photo is 3 inches. Please let me know as I would like to get a couple dozen.
Cheap Outdoor Holiday Decorations?How can I decorate the outside of my home on a limited amount of money?
Felt Gingerbread Man Ornament?I'm looking for a pattern for a snowman ornament that was made out of brown felt with a gingersnap for the face and another gingersnap for the stomach area. The pattern fit store-bought ginger snaps and was a darling decoration for gifts and for a tree.
Tree Light Tips?Tips for putting up, taking down and storing tree lights. Post your ideas.
Milk Bottle (or Carton) Christmas Candles?I have heard about people on Christmas Eve surrounding their house with candles in milk bottles or cartons. I would like to hear from anyone who can give me details on how this is done.
Looking for Glass Ball Ornaments?I am looking for someone or some place that I can get information on getting 3 inch (or larger) glass ornaments. They need to be clear with large tin covers for hanging on a Christmas trees.
Cork Gingerbread Man Christmas Ornaments?My kids and I have already begun thinking Christmas. We started making Gingerbread Cookies. (Not the real kind).
Smores Snowmen Christmas Ornament?I am looking for the pattern for making a Smores Snowmen out of paper. I do a new ornament each year for my grandchildren and thought this might be a cute one. I also thought about making ones out of the real ingredients and clear varnishing each item. I wonder if that would work?
Santa Heads Made From Detergent Bottles?Last year I went to Florida to a Christmas bazaar and I saw Santa Claus heads made with wool and fabric from detergent and liquid soap bottles. Does someone know how to make them? Over here in Germany they don't know these decorations. I want to make some of them for my friends.
Decorating a Table for a Christmas Tea Party?I'm doing my very first christmas tea party for a small group, does anyone have ideas on how to decorate a table? I would like this to be special.
Natural Outdoor Christmas Decorations?I am looking for some "natural" decorating ideas for the Christmas Holiday. I plan on using Magnolia leaves, pine bows and pine cones as interior decorations. What I would really like is some outside ideas that I can use. Particularly for my front door and back door as well as my mailbox.
Making Tinsel Balls?Does anyone remember throwing those cool "tinsel balls" on the Christmas tree as part of its decoration? I used to love those and you can't get those anymore. They're just round balls, and the tinsel sticks out all over them - I guess they look like koosh balls but made with tinsel.
Dryer Vent Candy Cane?Does any body have the directions for a candy cane made out of a dryer vent. I saw it in a magazine and now can't find it.
Mothball Christmas Display?I have seen mothballs that move up and down in water. I would like to make this for a Christmas display. Does anyone know how to do this?
Ceramic Heads, Hands and Feet?I am looking for ceramic heads, hands, feet for 3 kings, Mary, Joseph, Jesus and the Shepard for a Draping Project. Leewards used to sell them, can anyone help? The heads are approximately 2 1/2 inches tall.
Creating a Lighted Brick?I am interested in creating a lighted brick. I saw the brick and it appears there is a hole in it and lights are inserted into the brick through the hole. Does anyone happen to have instructions for this brick?
Make Your Own Artificial Christmas Tree?I have an old artificial christmas tree and I would like to make trees from treated straight tree limbs by drilling holes in the tree limbs and inserting the greenery from the artificial tree. I have seen this type tree at Target this year.
Caring for a Mini Christmas Tree?My brother gave me a mini Christmas tree (I have never successfully raised a plant) and I wondered if anyone could give me tips about it, such as watering and repotting since it's in a milk jug bottom right now.
Buying Christmas Light Bulbs Offseason?Does anyone know where i could purchase some christmas bulbs? I missed out on buying extras after the holidays. I need both clear and colored ones for replacement bulb for my outdoor gazebo.
Making a Giant Christmas Wreath?Making a Giant Christmas Wreath. Does anyone have instructions for making a GIANT wreath for Christmas? The one I want is large enough to step through. I saw one mounted on a porch at the front just above the steps and was 6 or 7 feet tall.
Coffee Can Santa?I am looking for a cute pattern to make the coffee can santas and snowmen.
Christmas Table Decorations?I am doing the tables here at work for the Christmas dinner and need some good ideas, I know they are out there.
Christmas Bulb Teddy Bear Ornament?Does anyone know how to make a teddy bear ornament out of a christmas bulb using it for the belly? It's made with pom poms.
Styrofoam Ball Ornament Ideas?I want to know what kind of Christmas ornaments I can make out of a styrofoam ball for my school.
Christmas Balls Wrapped In Cloth?How do you make christmas balls wrapped in cloth?
Small Decorative Sleigh?Does anyone have any suggestions as what I can put in a small decorative sleigh? The sleigh is gold and looks like it's made of rattan or something like that. I'd like to put it in my bathroom on my counter.
Keeping Pets Away From The Christmas Tree?Is there any product either homemade or store bought, that will keep pets away from the Christmas tree?
Decorating a Stocking?How can I decorate a Christmas stocking for a 10 month old girl? She's my granddaughter.
Popcorn Strings?Popcorn Strings. Does anyone make strings of popcorn to put on the tree anymore? I used to love helping my mother do this. It's inexpensive and traditional.
Painting Santa On Old Bottles?I am looking for a pattern to paint Santa Claus on an old wine bottle or glass soda bottle. If anyone has any ideas where I can find that I'd appreciate it.
Snowflakes Shown On Carol Duvall Show?I need the pattern for making snowflakes out of empty paper towel rolls that was shown on the Carol Duvall show.
Making a Wreath With Ribbon Loops?Does anyone have instructions on how to make a wreath or tree using ribbon loops? Please list if you do. Thanks.
Making Pomander Balls In Humid Climate?Every year for Christmas I try to make old fashioned pomander balls: stud citrus fruits with cloves, roll in cinnamon, then put in a cool dark place for several weeks.
Putting Pictures on Lighted Glass Bocks?I have 300+ glass blocks in my yard and have seen the posts for the beautiful lit blocks for Christmas and other holidays. I understand how to drill the hole but how do I get graphics (pictures) on the front? Can you print something from the computer and glue it on? Paint it on? Can anyone help? Thanks!
Painting Christmas Tree Lightbulbs?Does anyone know how to paint on Christmas light bulbs? I have an assignment and that is to paint on Christmas tree light bulbs for Christmas decorations. Thank you.
Instructions For Making Coat Hanger and Green Tulle Wreath?I'm looking for instructions to make a wreath from a coat hanger and green tulle.
Putting White Christmas Lights On a Live Tree?OK, Christmas is almost upon us. Can anyone tell me how to put white lights on live trees in the yard so that they look professionally done (not tackily thrown up there)?
How to Make Holiday Candy Lights?Holiday Candy Lights. I am looking for directions on how to make a string of mini Christmas lights into a string of wrapped candies.
Pattern For Brandy Snifter Santa?Years ago I had a pattern for a santa made from a brandy snifter. He had a felt face and hat.
How to Make Lighted Outdoor Christmas Ornaments?Does anyone know how to make light up outside Christmas Ornaments to hang from a tree?
Ideas for Office Christmas Decorating Contest?Does anyone have ideas for an office Christmas decorating contest? I can't find much information at all on the internet.
Making a Grape-Vine Tree?Does anyone have the directions on how to make a grape-vine tree?
Painting Red Birds on Glass Ornaments?I have some clear glass Christmas ornaments that I want to paint for my tree this year. I have a treetop bow that has red birds on it. I would like to paint red birds on the ornaments. My tree is white.
Paper Coffee Cup Christmas Ornament Ideas?Looking for ideals on how to turn a paper coffee cup into a Christmas Ornament. Something that is easy other than a bell. Then can be done by all ages.
How To Make Decorative Christmas Bows?How do you make decorative bows for Christmas?
Christmas Craft Ideas Using Lollipops?Does anyone have any ideas for Christmas crafts using lollipops?
Pattern For Miniature Christmas Tree Made...Many years ago, while at a craft fair with my mother in law I learned to make a miniature Christmas tree from green pipe cleaners (or chenille stems for you language purists!).
Homemade Christmas Tree Flocking?I have looked for spray flocking, heavier than the normal snow spray used for Christmas trees, etc. No one seems to carry it. When I checked on line, cheapest price was $39.95!
Oriental Themed Christmas Decorations?I am hoping that some of you can help me with ideas on making Christmas Tree ornaments to be hung on a tree in my Oriental themed living room.
Decorating for Christmas on a Budget?I am trying to decorate my house for Christmas for my mom as a surprise but I'm on a budget. Could you help with some ideas!
How to Make a Primitive Wreath?I bought a wire wreath to make my mother a primitive wreath. We saw one in a store where you cut strips of cloth and knot it around the rings of the wreath.
Military Themed Christmas Tree?My son is an 8th grader in military school (his choice). I promised him a military theme for next year's Christmas tree. I've started buying little action figures and camouflage vehicles at the 99cent store, but they are mostly olive drab colored.
Poem for a Candy Wreath?I know it's early, but I will be making some candy wreaths for co-workers and others for Christmas. Years ago I saw one that had a poem telling people to snip a piece of candy for luck. Does anyone have that poem and would be willing to share it? I would appreciate it. Thanks.
Easy Felt Santa Ornament?Does anyone have an easy felt Santa ornament pattern and directions? If you have any other patterns they would be very appreciated. Thank you so much!
Painting Clear Glass Ornaments?I have seen Christmas balls that are originally clear glass. The balls have paint on the inside that has been swirled around. They were lovely. How do I make them? I have tried with my regular paint and with glass window paint neither did any swirling.
Christmas Carolers Made From Tomato Cages?Has anyone the directions for Christmas carolers made from tomato cages and sweaters?
Paying to Have Holes Cut in Glass Blocks?I am very interested in making the Christmas decorations out of the glass blocks. Not sure I can cut the hole in them. I did find a place that will do it for $5.00 each. Do you think that is a fair price? I think it sounds a little high.
Grinch Themed Office Decorations?We are going for the Grinch theme for office decorations this year. How would you go about decorating?
Western Themed Christmas Tree?Our home is decorated with a western theme and I would like to decorate our Christmas tree the same way. Can anyone suggest how I could make western ornaments and wreaths?
Buying Sequin and Bead Christmas Ornaments?Is there a store where I can purchase sequin and bead Christmas ornaments?
Simple Christmas Decoration Ideas?Does anyone have ideas for simple Christmas decorations for a beginner at sewing and simple crochet. I am on a fixed income and would love to have ideas to help pass time too! God bless and Merry Christmas!
Decorating a Horse Barn for Christmas?We have a huge boarding barn (for horse). We want to decorate for the holidays. We have 8 rather huge posts kind of like hitching posts that we decorate for every season and we are stumped for Christmas. They are about 2 to 3 feet round and 4 to 5 feet high. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Saving Money on Christmas Lights?Tips for Saving Money on Christmas Lights. Post your ideas here.
Saving Money on a Tree Skirt?Tips for saving money on a Tree Skirt as suggested by the ThriftyFun community. Post your ideas here.
George Washington and Christmas Decorating Ideas?Does anyone have any ideas on how to incorporate George Washington and Christmas into decorating for the holidays? It for something at my work. We can do just about anything. Any help would be appreciated.
Attaching Lights to a Wreath?How do you put lights 200 lights on a 32 in. wreath?
Country Themed Ornaments?I'd like to make ornament or wall hanging that are country-ish and "homey". Perhaps with hearts.
Making a Camera Ornament?My daughter is a photographer. Does anyone know how to make an ornament that looks like a camera? If you have a photo of one, that would be great. Thanks.
Making Original Snowflakes?How do you make original and interesting "snowflakes"?
Cinnamon Applesauce Christmas Ornaments?I am looking for the applesauce and cinnamon recipe to make Christmas cut-out ornaments.
Hanging Holly Under Windows?I noticed this year a lot of people had a flat piece of holly with a red bow in the center placed on their windowsills on the outside of the home. I would like to do this next year and was wondering how to keep it in place.
Instructions for Cracker Box Ornaments?Looking to trade Cracker Box ornament kit instructions. I need "Very Berry" and "Baubles, Bangles and Beads". I have other rare and retired instructions to trade.
Make a Christmas Tree Out of Recycled Materials?Does anyone have the instructions for how to make a Christmas tree out of empty plastic water bottles?
Popsicle Christmas Tree Ornaments?I am looking for Popsicle Christmas tree ornament instructions.
Large Yard Art Star?I am looking for instructions to make a large outside star.
Plastic Canvas Hershey Kiss Ornament?I'm searching for patterns for Christmas ornaments that are made from plastic canvas and hold a Hershey Kiss inside. I've seen a Santa and a reindeer. They are great gifts for kids or to use as a decoration on packages. Does anyone have the patterns that they could share?
Walnut Shell Christmas Mice?Does anyone know how to make Christmas mice using walnut shells?
Decorating a Pink Christmas Tree?I have a 7 foot pink Christmas tree with clear lights. I would love some suggestions on how to decorate or what colors would go? Thanks.
Christmas Tree Decorating Ideas for a Doctor's Office?I am entering a contest for decorating a Christmas tree. I work in a clinic with two doctors, one a OB/GYN and the other one a surgeon. Please give some ideas, we would like a theme reflecting our office.
Crochet Netting for Christmas Ball Ornaments?Does anyone have a crochet pattern or would anyone point me to where I could find a crochet pattern for netting over glass Christmas ball ornaments?
6 Pack Ring Lighted Christmas Ball?Can anyone give me the directions for making a hanging lighted Christmas ball from the 6 pack plastic rings?
Make Baker's Clay Ornaments?When I was in elementary school a parent made dough ornaments shaped in our names. Does anyone know how these were made?
Repairing a Broken Christmas Ornament?Does anyone know how to repair an old glass ball ornament? It has sentimental value to me.
Hanging Outdoor Christmas Lights?I am looking for materials to hang/hold Christmas lights outside. I need to hang up lights, but don't want to use a staple gun. What are other things you can use?
Making Tin Punched Christmas Ornaments?Does anyone know where I can find patterns for tin punch Christmas ornaments?
Glass Photo Christmas Ornaments?I need instructions on the materials needed for making glass photo Christmas ornaments, and also how to make them.
Homemade Christmas Decorations?I am looking for the recipe for making Victorian decorations (Christmas) with alum. The alum christalizes.
Trouble Connecting Lights on a Pre-lit Christmas Tree?No one seemed to understand the problem with my pre-lit Christmas tree. Anyway my tree has a main hot wire that runs up the center of the tree. The tree also has lots of plug-in ones that will connect to the main wire on each section.
Recycled Ribbon Roll Vintage Ornament?How do I make the ribbon roll recycled into Vintage Christmas Ornament? I saw it in a Crafts 'n' Things magazine, but don't have the instructions.
Costume Jewelry Christmas Tree Kit?Can I buy a Christmas jewelry tree kit?
Replacement Light Bulbs for Older Holiday Decorations?I am having trouble finding replacement bulbs for some of my old holiday decorations. I need bulbs: 3.5 volt flashing colored mini bulbs and 7 Watt GE C7-TW/AST /candelabra base twinkle bulbs, red, green, and blue.
Fabric Christmas Trees?I love the fabric, handmade Christmas trees. I buy them at thrift stores. I decided to make some, but I can't find a pattern. Does anyone have the directions? There are 2 kinds; one looks like stacked stars and the other is shaped like a tree, 3 points on each section.
Tree Ornaments Have Black Spots?What causes old glass Christmas tree ornaments to get black spots on them? As far as that goes, I have some that are only a few years old that are starting to get them, too.
LED Replacement Bulbs for Window Candles?Is it possible to get LED replacement lights for Christmas window candles?
Folded Star Christmas Ornament?Does anyone have the patterns for the center of the folded star Christmas ball ornaments?