Showing posts with label ornaments. Show all posts
Showing posts with label ornaments. Show all posts

Monday, December 12, 2011

Acorn Ornament

Crafting is one of the hobbies I've always enjoyed,
but don't partake in much anymore.
It's a great outlet for creativity,
which in turn enhances your life.
Here's a little somethin' we came up with
after blog surfing for things we could make
from scraps at home.

Here's where you can find more ideas.
And here.  And here.

 

 Start with toilet paper and paper towel tubes.
Flatten them first.



 Several pieces were cut from the rolls and glued together
to look like a star or a twig of holly.
Either Elmer's glue or a hot glue gun would work.



Fancy-edged scissors were used to add a decorative touch.



Acorns found under a nearby oak tree
were glued on to the star shape.




Add as many or as few as you like, add glitter,
"snow", or paint the tubes first.
I like the rustic feel of these.
Add a piece of twine or raffia for hanging.
Enjoy!

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Sunday, December 19, 2010

Homemade Holiday


I've always enjoyed crafting. 
Alas, my lil' guy prefers building,
so we've gotten away from it.  
It's especially rewarding to repurpose
everyday items found around your home.

Here are a few relics from the past.
It's fun to rediscover these valuable
family treasures each year when the time
comes to festoon the tree.
Enjoy your holiday memories.




Candles made from cardboard tubes and colored paper

This was a kit I got at a craft store.  Took no time at all!

Rub-on stickers repurpose an old bulb.

These are knitted booties with paper clips (a family heirloom).

Snowflakes can be as simple or elaborate as you like!
Using specialty craft scissors changes the pattern.

I treasure my lil' guy's snowman.
(I call him Jimmy Durante.)

This one's not homemade, but it is one of my favorites.