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Pattern For SnowflakeHere are the directions for the Soda Pop connector/holder Snowflake! Special thanks to Sue L.

 

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Photo Tree OrnamentThis is a great Christmas present for people that you don't want to spend much money on or just to include with your Christmas cards. Completed, this makes a beautiful unique ornament for your tree.

 

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Juice Box Book Tree OrnamentsTo make these cute Christmas tree ornaments, an adult should cut across the bottom of an empty juice box to open it up. Rinse well and dry. Tape the slit back up. For a Bible, have your child cover the box with black construction or tissue paper. Wrap it like a little gift.

 

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Light Bulb Santa OrnamentsHere's a great way to recycle light bulbs! Make a bunch of them to hang on the tree or give as gifts. This also is a great craft to sit down and do with the kids.

 

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Moose/Reindeer NuggetsOne year a friend of mine gave each of my kids a Reindeer Nuggets box (Whoppers candy). It was the cutest idea and my kids just loved it! You could use Milk Duds or gum balls that are in similar containers.

 

Food jar tree.

Baby Food Jar Christmas TreeHere's a picture and instructions for the baby food jar "Christmas tree" my daughter made for my friends 80th birthday.

 

A Christmas decoration made from white packing peanuts.

Christmas Decoration with Postal Foam BeadsSave those postal peanuts! A nice decoration can be made from them.

 

A Christmas ornament made from a recycled CD.

Recycled CD OrnamentMake a beautiful ornament with an old CD. This is very simple and easy to do. Let your imagination soar!

 

Molly's First Christmas Ornament

Crafted Christmas Ornaments BusinessAbout 30 years ago I needed to make some items for our school PTA fundraiser. I bought some wooden curtain rings and some little angels at a craft store and glued the angels into the rings.

 

Coat Hanger Cloth Wreath

Coat Hanger Cloth WreathAre you looking for a way to tie in the colors in your room? Or do you just need to fill in a blank wall? Want a wreath to match your Christmas decorations? This project doesn't take a super creative person to complete. It's inexpensive, too.

 

Covered book as Christmas gift.

Christmas BookIn essence, a handmade book covered in beautiful seasonal paper. This book provides a lovely place to record Christmas memories, lists, and recipes. It can be large or small, depending on your needs.

 

Small clay pot nativity characters.

Clay Pot NativityThis is a fun Christmas project for you and your family. It creates a toy-like nativity that is both a conversation piece and family activity. The pieces can be as ornate or simple as you would like.

 

Finished angels.

Macaroni (Pasta) Angel OrnamentsThese are a lot of fun to make. These are instructions for making macaroni angel Christmas ornaments. My mom Susan made these for all of her children and friends many years ago. Ornaments like these adorn our trees to this day.

 

Envelop with gold snowflakes.

Festive EnvelopesWhy let the card have all the glory? Using stamps and embossing powder to create elegant winter images, this craft makes the envelope enchanting too!

 

Pumpkin painted silver.

Festive Silver or Gold PumpkinsSounds crazy, but it looks great! Use your uncarved pumpkins from Halloween and spray paint them silver or gold. Add a plaid Christmas ribbon and voila, a masterpiece! People always stop and ask about mine.

 

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Flower pot filled with gathered greens as a decoration.

Holiday Greens PlanterIn a terracotta pot ringed in ribbon, "plant" an attractive array of evergreens and berries found on a walk through the woods (or at your local florist) for a festive, frugal outdoor decoration to greet Christmas visitors at the door!

 

Decorated log

Woodland LogThis is a lovely gem of a project that looks wonderful in a snowy window. Small birds, mushrooms, and other woodland creatures sit amongst dried moss on a small log to bring the forest into your home on a winter's eve! One of my favorites.

 

Wooden snowflakes painted white.

Wooden SnowflakesIntricate wooden snowflakes are painted white and hung on the tree with silver thread. An optional touch of glitter provides extra pizzazz for those who like their holidays to sparkle!

 

Closeup of stars.

Bouquet of StarsA handful of wooden stars painted gold or silver and twisted onto stems of wire to make a whimsical and unexpected bouquet for a vase.

 

Closeup of individual painted leaf.

Metallic LeavesMetallic paint adds glitz to pressed leaves that can be hung in a window or off an evergreen bough for the holidays.

 

Stocking hanging on mantle.

Felt StockingA Christmas favorite to remind you of your childhood - a brightly colored, festive stocking that your kids are sure to love as much as you did.

 

Basket filled with pinecones.

Pine Cone CenterpieceIf you have pinecones in your yard or know where you can get them free, then this is the project for you. Use them to make an interesting and good smelling table decoration.

 

Finished red and white paper pinecone.

Paper Pinecone OrnamentThis is a very lovely ornament and would make a great gift. It does take some time to cut, fold, and pin everything together, but the outcome is well worth the time spent.

 

Angel made from a pop bottle.

Pop Bottle Angel for ChristmasI made this angel out of an empty pop bottle. It's easy to make.

 

Finished can with cookies.

Paint Can Cookie JarThis is a really cute way to wrap up your cookies plus a great way to keep your cookies fresh since the can is air tight.

 

Beeswax Christmas Trees

Beeswax Christmas TreesMake your own evergreen forest of tapered beeswax candles shaped like Christmas trees. Leave plain or cover with a healthy snowfall of glitter. These candles make a lovely hostess gift that can be set right on the buffet table!

 

Back and front views of magnet.

Poinsettia MagnetsSeasonal magnets made from paper and reminiscent of that favorite Christmas houseplant!

 

toilet paper roll santa

Toilet Paper Roll Santa ClausToilet paper rolls usually make their way into the garbage, but they can be useful in making great craft items. One item is the annual favorite - Santa Claus. This simple craft has the ability to be a Christmas tree topper (for a very small tree), an ornament, or a stand alone decoration.

 

Photo frame card decorated with stylized trees.

Picture Frame CardsIf you spend hours staring at Christmas cards at the store thinking about how impersonal it is to send pre-printed cards, then there is no better way for you to send out your own greetings than through these picture frame cards.

 

Photo of homemade holiday crackers.

Make Your Own Christmas CrackersIn 1847 Crackers were invented by Tom Smith who happened upon them by accident. Crackers are an integral part of British celebration and tradition that dates back to Victorian times.

 

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Candy cane decorated with pipe cleaner, google eyes, and a pom pom.

Candy Cane ReindeerHere's a wonderfully easy craft idea for kids and adults alike. You can use it for your tree, a gift to give, or anything you want! All you need are some candy canes, googly eyes, small pom poms, and brown pipe cleaner. One candy cane makes one reindeer.

 

Photo of a homemade tree skirt.

Puffy-Felt Christmas Tree SkirtThis Christmas tree skirt gives your tree that country-home feel. It is simple to make and can be embellished in any number of ways. Since it is all done with felt, the sewing can even be done by the novice or use a dull needle to let a child sew on the pieces.

 

A glass ornament with ribbon inside.

Decorated Glass OrnamentsThese ornaments are a simple, but elegant way to dress up your tree. They also make great keepsake gifts for friends and family. You can make the ornaments with your family, too.

 

Candles made from rolled up beeswax sheets.

Sheet Beeswax CandlesThese quick and simple candles can be put together in 5 to 10 minutes and they make a great gift.

 

Tongue Depressor Ornament

Christmas Ornaments Made From Tongue...These ornaments are made from tongue depressors and are very easy to make. Instructions for Snowman and Angel ornaments are included.

 

Make a Curly Ribbon Cascade

Make a Curly Ribbon CascadeDon't spend money on those fancy curly ribbon cascades. Make your own!

 

Snowman Ornament

Miniature Snowmen OrnamentsTiny little snowmen bundled up in scarves and hats. Perfect for your Christmas tree.

 

Closeup of ornament on tree.

Jingle Bell OrnamentsThis is simple but children love it. Decorate silver or gold store bought jingle bells with a sparkling ribbon and ring accordingly!

 

Three-dimensional Paper Christmas Tree

Three-dimensional Paper Christmas TreeTrue to its name, a three-dimensional tree of thick green paper, covered with silver stars.

 

Red Riding Hood ornament on tree.

Red Riding Hood OrnamentsFew can resist these tiny ornaments - cheerful ladies with red head kerchiefs and hazelnut skirts dancing on an evergreen bough.

 

Covered Matchbox

Covered MatchboxMatches dressed up for the holidays! Small rectangular matchboxes covered with gift-wrap. These also would make nice gift boxes for dolls.

 

Bead and sequin ornament.

Bead and Sequin Ornaments (Grandma...My grandma made the most beautiful bead and sequin ornaments and they have always been my favorites on our tree. This year I attempted to recreate these stunning ornaments. These are great decorations and also make a wonderful gift.

 

Table runner with cut outs.

Holiday Shelf Liner Table RunnerThis table runner, made out of shelf liner, makes a decorative addition to your holiday table.

 

Aluminum Ornament

Punched Aluminum OrnamentIf you like the look of punched tin ornaments, but think they're too much work, try punched aluminum. Cut the bottom out of a small aluminum pan (like a pot pie pan).

 

Snowman painted coffee mugs.

Sponge-Painted MugsEasy and economical. Whip up a set of these sponge-painted mugs with Christmas motifs faster than you can brew up the coffee to fill them (well almost)!

 

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Sequined Ornaments

Sequined OrnamentI know there have been similar posts about this, but I am proud of my ornament creations from a satin ball, sequins and pearls, and you can make these for next year still!

 

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Gumdrop Tree IdeaPlace 1/2 of toothpick in each gumdrop; line the styrofoam cone with the gumdrops; place a large gumdrop on top...

 

Candy canes with candle in center.

Candy Cane Holder Candle CenterpieceI know it's kind of early, or late for that matter, for Christmas but I am a new member and I thought I would share. This is a Candy Cane Candle holder that I made for gifts last year.

 

Snowman made from a coffee can.

Coffee Can Snowman Craft ProjectI spray painted an old coffee can with white spray paint then sponged white acrylic white paint for a textured look. I painted on black eyes, glued on a button nose, and drew on a smile. . .

 

Finished ornament.

Wrapping Paper Starburst OrnamentRecycle gift wrap to make unique tree ornaments or assemble a beautiful mobile.

 

Plate decorated with a snowman transfer.

Christmas Decorated PlatesDecorate plain plates with transfers and paint for a Christmas decoration or a gift.

 

Candy Cane Christmas Sleigh

Candy Cane Christmas SleighThis would make a nice, inexpensive craft for kids in the higher elementary grades to make at a party. Ask them to bring a photo that they are allowed to cut

 

Brown paper bag puppet.

Paper Bag Santa PuppetThis paper bag Santa puppet is a simple craft. It's great to do with kids.

 

Little Christmas tree hat on stuffed bear.

Christmas Tree HatThe best crafts are those that make you smile, and this one will. It's a fun holiday party hat that's a cinch to make (bear not included).

 

Santa decorated soap.

Santa SoapMake this quickie for a child using, kids' bubble bath or spray foam. For a teacher, use hand soap or hand sanitizer.

 

Roll-Up Candy Canes

Roll-Up Candy CanesHere's a fun and easy craft to help with the holiday decorating!

 

Nativity in a shoe box.

Christmas Nativity Mini-TheaterLet your grade schooler recreate the first Christmas in a shoe box that makes you feel like you are right there. We used a dollar store Nativity set* and even recycled the lid from the box it came in!

 

Wreath hanging on house.

Christmas Wreath from a Hula HoopHere is a photo of a large wreath I made for our back porch. I used a big hula hoop then attached branches from our old artificial Christmas tree. I went around one direction using the branches from the bottom 2 sections of the tree and alternated them.

 

Closeup.

Photo Christmas Keepsake OrnamentI had photo made on transparency film at Kinko's. Then I cut it out in a 3 inch circle. Rolled it up and inserted into the top of clear glass ball. It flattens out by itself. I added some angel (or glitter) hair, poking it down with a pencil, on each side of the film.

 

Personalized Christmas Balls

Personalized Christmas Ball OrnamentsCreating a personalized, ornamental ball for the tree can be as individual as you like. Mine are red balls with golden glass paint depicting a design and each loved one's name.

 

Wooden Spoon Deer

Wooden Spoon DeerHere's a fun craft made from 5 wooden spoons, pom poms, felt, ribbon, glue, bells and other trims.

 

A bleach bottle Santa craft.

Bleach Bottle Santa Door DecorationThis is a cute, unique Christmas door decoration that can be made without too much bother or artistic ability. It recycles that empty bleach bottle, too. I've gotten lots of comments about how cute he is.

 

Simple Candle Decorating IdeaSimple Candle Decorating Idea. A simple decorating idea. Select a round or square glass dish. Place as many crystal or silver candle holders as will fit (3 or 5) in the container.

 

Closer view of hangers.

Mitten Christmas Card HolderHere is a cute hanger for your Christmas cards made from felt, little clothespins, and ribbon.

 

snowman and gingerbread man tags

Cookie Cutter Gift TagsAdd a little sparkle to your holidays with gift tags you can make in a jiffy. They can also be used as package tie-ons, or you can get your kids involved, let them make their own, and glue a craft stick to the back of each to make holiday puppets.

 

Custom Candy Stocking

Custom Candy StockingI've just come up with the best idea instead of buying a treat filled stocking. Make your own custom stockings! Cut a stocking shape from a cardboard cereal box or similar and cover with aluminum foil. Carefully place the net (saved from buying oranges) over the stocking.

 

Jigsaw Puzzle Ornaments

Ornaments Made from Jigsaw Puzzle PiecesI made these ornaments in 1992, and they still look new except for a bit of wear on the bows. They were so much fun, I gave them to business associates as well as friends.

 

Tulle wreath.

Gold and White Winter WreathIf you'd like something a little out of the ordinary hanging on your front door this winter then this wreath is just for you. Cut the tulle into 2 - 3 inch squares. They do not have to be exact.

 

Popsicle Stick Tree Ornament

Popsicle Stick Tree OrnamentHere's a cute tree ornament that is made from buttons, Popsicle sticks, and a little ribbon. Take 2 Popsicle sticks and form an x and glue where the two sticks connect. Take other 2 and form a + and glue where two sticks connect.

 

Finished trees.

Miniature Pinecone Christmas TreesThese are little Christmas trees made of pine cones. I recommend this craft for kids 8 and over.

 

Glass ornaments with paint on the inside.

Glass Holiday OrbsThese beautiful ornaments would make a lovely addition to any holiday tree. You can make them to keep or give away. You have to make them in stages, over the course of a few days only because the paint is on the inside and needs time to dry completely.

 

Ornaments hanging on rack.

Snowman OrnamentClear glass ornaments and styrofoam balls makes this cute snowman ornament. You can either use a bigger glass clear ball ornament or a smaller one, just make what size you use, have the head part smaller.

 

CDa with poinsettias attached as wall hangings.

Christmas CD PoinsettiasChristmas wall, window, and tree decor. Drill a hole on an old CD and tie a ribbon or a yarn through the hole. Hot glue a poinsettia/leaves or any Christmas symbol on the CD. Make a bowtie and glue just above the the flower.

 

Fishbowl Snowman

Fish Bowl SnowmanSpray paint the fish bowl with the white paint and let it dry. Then paint on your face and let it dry. Seal if you like. Glue on the hat (you could also leave hat off and put in some candy or whatever and give as a gift.)

 

Recycled Jar Snowman

Recycled Jar SnowmanCreate cute snowman jars from canning jars or mayonnaise jars. These are great for giving layered cookie mixes, party mixes, or any homemade goodies.

 

Snowman's head on a melted puddle of white crochet.

Crochet Melting Snowman CenterpieceThis craft is a combination of crochet, fiberfill, flex foam, and glitter. I use mine at Christmas as a centerpiece.

 

mini Rudolf quilt

Rudolph Mini QuiltCut the fabric the size you want and take the backing fabric to match up to the size of the Rudolph fabric. Pin the two pieces together and sew.

 

snowman made from pavers

Paving Stone SnowmanPaint paver with two coats of white paint. Sprinkle with glitter and allow paint to dry. Attach button nose with glue. Paint on faces, buttons, etc. Allow to dry.

 

Small decorated Christmas trees.

Baby TreesThese baby trees are adorable and made to fit anywhere, no matter how much space you have. It's a very easy project, all materials are pre-made. I was able to pick up all of my materials very cheaply at yard sales.

 

Painted basket.

Holiday Decorative BasketSpray paint the basket, let dry (you can use any color paint or any design, you could paint on snowmen and fill with snow related items and give as a gift) Paint on your design, let dry. Seal, let dry. Then you can add a ribbon if you like.

 

Candy Cane Sleigh

Candy Cane SleighHere is an easy craft to make for teachers, co-workers or friends. The first thing you need to do is to make the sleigh: Plug in your glue gun in a safe area; clean kitchen counter works well (high up from kids).

 

Lace Christmas Wreath

Lace WreathsTake lace 12 inches long and fold over 1/4 inch and sew the seam. You can slip 5 inch pipe cleaner through it to make a wreath. Then make a bow with pearls, cut about 6 inches and then add a red ribbon bow and a small rose. Voila, homemade gift!

 

Craft Stick Ornaments

Easy Craft Stick OrnamentsKids will enjoy making these cute craft stick ornaments that are so quick and easy to make. They are great to tie on packages too.

 

Coffee Filter Angels

Craft: Coffee Filter AngelsTake each coffee filter individually and fold in half, then fold in half again forming triangles (careful not to straighten the pleats). Place a dab of glue on the inside corner of the second fold. Squish shut. Repeat on all three filters.

 

Greeting Card Finger Puppets

Craft: Greeting Card Finger PuppetsThis is a no-cost project that will occupy your kids for a while. Let the kids cut characters from the fronts of old greeting cards. These may be animals, people, snowmen, etc.

 

Jingle Bell Ornament

Jingle Bell Ring OrnamentTake the wire and cut the length you want for however big you want the wreath. String the bells on until you get to end of wire.

 

Jar decorated with pencils for vase or pencil holder.

Pencil Jar As GiftHere is a cute idea I made for my children's teachers. This can be used as a vase for fresh cut flowers (or even an artificial bouquet) or even as a pencil/pen container.

 

Christmas Mitts and Potholders

Craft: Christmas Mitts and PotholdersDo you have four dollars and are able to sew a straight stitch? Here is a quick and easy craft for Christmas.

 

Easy Snowman Ornaments

Easy Snowman OrnamentsHere's a quick and easy way to dress up to those plain glass ornaments in your Christmas box. While you're at it, make several.

 

Wooden ornaments.

Wooden Gingerbread OrnamentsDrill hole first if you need to do that, paint shapes if you want, let dry. Take ice cream stick and apply snow to look like cookie frosting.

 

filled gift bag

Lifesavers Gift PacksMy sister-in-law and I both have kids in college this year and decided to pare down a little by purchasing consumable gifts for $15 or less. These Lifesavers Gift Packs are what I am planning to give everyone on that list.

 

CD Elf

CD Christmas ElfIn order to make the picture of this craft work, without an intense reflection, I have covered the CD with invisible tape. Your actual project will allow the shine of the CD to show and reflect holiday lights.

 

finished house

No Bake Gingerbread HouseUsing an empty milk or juice carton, graham crackers and royal icing, create an adorable gingerbread house with your kids. This is so easy and so much fun. Making these has become a tradition at my house.

 

paper Santa countdown for last 7 days

Count Down to SantaThis is a craft for the kiddies to make as time for Santa draws near, and they ask repeatedly "How many more Days?"

 

A homemade Christmas ornament that resembles a striped North Pole sign.

North Pole OrnamentPaint the sticks as in photo (or however you want.) Let dry. Glue together as in picture. Glue on ribbon and hang and enjoy.

 

three ornaments

Paper Mache Ornament BallsMake your own special ornaments for your tree this year. These ornament balls are fun to make, a bit messy, and look absolutely beautiful when done.

 

Snow filled glass ornaments with snowflake stickers.

Homemade Snowflake Glass OrnamentsThese are so easy to make and look so elegant. All you do is remove the lid from each ball ornament and fill each ornament about 1/2 way to 1/3 way with the artificial snow.

 

finished snowman

Tootsie Pop SnowmanEasy to make Tootsie Pop Snowman. After making the Tootsie Pop Turkey this year, I kept trying to think of something similar to make at Christmas! This is one of the ideas I had. They would be cute as place cards at a meal or stuck on top of a present!

 

candy cane post outdoors

Candy Cane Christmas Stocking TreeIf your house is going to be as full as mine this year and you don't have a fireplace "to hang your stockings by the chimney with care", here is a great solution.

 

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Plastic Canvas CraftsThis is a Christmas gift I made. It is napkin holder made with plastic canvas. The second picture is another plastic canvas craft I made for Christmas. It is a wall or door hanger. This one is a fairly easy project.

 

A couple of sample pocket pack baking kits as gifts.

Pocket Pack Baking KitsA dish towel, spoon, sprinkles, and a purchased (or homemade) cookie or cake mix is just about all you need to make the fun Pocket Pack baking kits for the whole family to enjoy. And there is no sewing or gluing!

 

finished reindeer

Tootsie Pop ReindeerEasy to make Tootsie Pop reindeer. My Tootsie Pop snowman and Santa would not be complete without this cute Tootsie Pop reindeer! This little guy would be adorable slipped under the ribbon on a gift for someone special or handed out at a Christmas party!

 

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