With three little grandsons, I wanted to make a toddler elf hat for them to enjoy during the holiday season. Cinco was a dancing elf in his school play and I wanted him to have his own hat to wear anytime he wants. Supplies for toddler elf hat Affiliate links: if you make a purchase using…
Christmas crafts
Candy cane Christmas ornament: Hobby horse
I’m sharing with you a candy cane Christmas ornament that has been in my family for three generations. There are great candy cane choices that include the traditional peppermint, chocolate, and famous fruit candy flavors (Jolly Rancher, Sweetarts, Starburst…). These candy cane stick horses add some sweet whimsy to your tree and give you a…
Paper ball ornament – Christmas card icosahedron
Here are my paper ball ornament instructions to use leftover Christmas cards. I always feel like hoarding the beautiful cards friends send me and this DIY Christmas ornament makes a great use of them. Added bonus: it’s a little math lesson too! Supplies for paper ball ornament Affiliate links: if you make a purchase using…
Make a duct tape wreath with a theme
Wreaths are a welcome statement during the holidays and all through the year. Along with the traditional wreaths, I wanted to add a tropical theme wreath to our holiday decorations. This pleated duct tape wreath fit the bill. I was inspired by the white duct tape wreath from Emily of Jones Design Company. I chose…
Make an Advent wreath
The four Sundays before Christmas are known as Advent, the first season of the liturgical year. An old tradition that comes down to us from Germany is the Advent wreath with four candles to light each Sunday (and sometimes a Christmas candle). Try this DIY Advent wreath with natural materials from the garden. Supplies To…