Today I’m going to show you how to transform an ordinary jug into a wonderful Christmas decoration. You can use a jug that you can pick up at any discount store and change it into a spectacular Christmas decoration or give it out as a Christmas gift this Holiday. Using this special napkin technique changes an ordinary jug into something so much more. Plus, the craft itself is so much fun. So, grab the kids and the materials needed and let’s get started.
Category Archives: Decorating and Design
How to make a Pine Cone Christmas Figurine Ornament
Today I’m going to continue with another Christmas Craft. This one will be a Pine Cone Christmas Figurine Ornament. It is super cute and will look terrific on the Christmas Tree. Let each of the kids make one of these figurine ornaments…. they will love hanging something up on the tree that they made themselves. Plus, it is so much fun. So, grab the materials needed and let’s get started.
A Collection of Fun Nativity Scene Crafts for Kids
One thing you see at most houses at Christmas time is a Nativity Scene. But, the problem with the store bought Nativity Scenes is that they are usually very delicate…. too delicate for the children to actually play with. And, the thing about that is…. children love to play with the Nativity Scenes. I mean, what’s not to want to touch…. there are small people, animals and a manger. There is an entire scene for the kids to want to act out with the characters. Well, why not make a Nativity Scene craft ….. put together a Nativity Scene of your very own that the children can actually play with. So, today I have put together a bunch of Fun Nativity Scene Crafts that I have found around the internet. All are a ton of fun…. and they are all meant to be played with.
Fun Kwanzaa Crafts for Kids
Oh boy…. do I have a treat for you today. In this post I have compiled 14 Kwanzaa crafts from around the internet. They are all perfect for your children to make. Whether you celebrate Kwanzaa or not these crafts are great to help teach your children about Kwanzaa and the African culture. Many of them not only incorporate the three colors of Kwanzaa (red, green & black), but they also help teach you about the 7 Principles of Kwanzaa…. Unity, Self Determination, Collective Work & Responsibility, Collective Economics, Purpose, Creativity and Faith. These are wonderful principles to have and to teach your children. So, check out these Kwanzaa crafts…. you are sure to find a few to do with your children.
A Collection of Awesomely Yummy Edible Christmas Crafts
Crafts come in all different kinds of forms. Today I’m going to write about Edible Crafts. And, not just any edible crafts, but Edible Christmas Crafts. YUMMY!! Whether you are planning a Christmas party, Christmas decorations or just want to have fun with your kids…. Edible Christmas Crafts will be enjoyed by all. I scoured the internet looking for yummy edible crafts and I came up with 16 awesome ones that will get your stomach growling. So, without further ado here is a collection of awesomely yummy edible Christmas crafts for your enjoyment.
How to Make Paper Christmas Globe Ornaments
I have a super fun craft for you today…. and it is perfect for the Christmas holiday. Today I’m going to show you how to make a Paper Christmas Globe Ornament that will look beautiful on any Christmas tree. You could even make a few of them to spread throughout the tree. This is a perfect way to adorn the Christmas tree using decorations you made yourself. Imagine the joy it will give you to see these on the tree. So, grab the materials needed and let’s get started.
A Collection of Hanukkah Menorah Crafts
Hanukkah is just days away. And, with the beginning of Hanukkah comes the lighting of the candles. How about making a unique and creative Menorah yourself? Don’t think you can? Well, take a look at the following 15 Hanukkah Menorah Crafts I found on the internet. All are amazing and you are sure to love them all. Some are easier than others, but surely you can find one that will meet your needs…. and you will enjoy making them yourself no doubt.
How to Make Circle Paper Snowflakes – 4 Patterns
When you think of winter what do you think of? I know what I think of….. snow. Today I’m going to show you how to make circle paper snowflakes. And, not just one type…. I will show you four different patterns. These snowflakes are a lot of fun to make. But, what is really cool about paper snowflakes…. they look great as winter decorations around your house. Put them up in your windows to add to your Winter Holiday decorations. So, let’s get started.
How to Make a Thanksgiving Candle
Today I’m going to continue with some Thanksgiving crafts by showing you how to make a Thanksgiving candle. This candle is very easy to make, but it turns out beautifully. You will see how just by adding some seeds to an average candle can make it into something spectacular. Make a bunch of these and add them to your Thanksgiving table or put them around the house as Thanksgiving decorations. Either way it will look beautiful. So, let’s get started.
How to Make Thanksgiving Napkin Rings
People are always wondering how they can make their Thanksgiving festive, but unique at the same time. In today’s craft I will show you how to do just that. In this post I will show you how to make Thanksgiving napkin rings made out of walnut shells. And, inside these walnut shells your guests will find a nice surprise…. a thank you from you. This is a simple yet fun craft that you and the kids will enjoy making. Your guests will love these. So, let’s get started.
How to Make a Cornucopia Silverware Holder
Thanksgiving is coming up quickly. But, don’t stress you still have plenty of time to make your Thanksgiving festivities unique. Today I will show you how to make Cornucopia Silverware Holders for your Thanksgiving table. These Thanksgiving silverware holders are in the shape of a cornucopia…. they are the perfect shape and size to hold your silverware. This is a great way not only to add a Thanksgiving flair to your dinner table, but it is also a great way to keep all the silverware in place. So, let’s get started.
My Favorite Mayflower Craft Ideas for Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving will be here in no time at all. And, one of the lessons we try to teach our children about the Thanksgiving Holiday is the Pilgrims and the Mayflower. What I found during lessons is that teaching them visually is the easiest way to get them to understand…. hence doing a craft. So, today I thought I would show you my Favorite Mayflower Craft Ideas for Thanksgiving. I found these Mayflower crafts while searching the internet. They are all really incredible and a ton of fun. Surely, you will be able to find some Mayflower craft ideas from this list….. use them to help teach your children about the Pilgrims and their travel on the Mayflower.
How to Make a Decorative Corn Filled with Treats for Thanksgiving
Today I am going to continue with the fun Thanksgiving crafts. In this post I’m going to show you how to make a decorative corn filled with treats for Thanksgiving. If you are having Thanksgiving dinner at your house then this is a great craft for you. You can make these treat filled corns for the children attending your Thanksgiving feast. Sure, they can’t eat the treats before dinner, but these festive corns will be perfect for the children to take home with them. They will truly get a kick of out them. So, let’s get started.
Giving Thanks Thanksgiving Crafts Roundup
Thanksgiving is coming up quickly. This month wouldn’t it be a great idea to fill it with crafts that remind us what this Holiday is all about….. being thankful. We all have so much to be thankful for. So, in this link roundup I have scoured the internet to find crafts that all have to do with being thankful. Each craft is a lot of fun and all can be used as a Thanksgiving decoration…. but most of all they remind us to be thankful. With these crafts you will be doing them as a family…. and family is one of the most important reasons to be thankful. So, get ready to spend some time looking at some amazing Thanksgiving “Giving Thanks” Crafts….. you are sure to find one that you will love.
How to Make Wigwams and Canoes for Thanksgiving
Today I’m going to show you how to Make Wigwams and Canoes for Thanksgiving. These items are perfect to use as decorations for Thanksgiving. Actually, add these items to our Indian Village Craft and have an entire Indian Village to Display for Thanksgiving. Wouldn’t that be wonderful? You can use both of these crafts to talk about the Native Americans and what they have given our Country. Remind the children about the story of Thanksgiving. Do a fun craft and a wonderful lesson at the same time.
11 Cool Door Decorating Crafts for Halloween
Halloween door decorations are so important….. After all, this is the first thing people will see when they come trick or treating at your house. Sure, you can purchase a nice door decoration for Halloween, but if you are a crafty person or just want to save some money why not make a Halloween door decoration yourself? I have searched the internet for what I thought was some of the coolest door decorating crafts for Halloween. I came up with 11 of them….. you are sure to find at least one you love. So, without further ado….