Crafts & DIY

I am going to do my very best to show you how to make these adorable chenille pipe cleaner wreaths without squeeing out loud. (I will fail. Utterly. Because they are just that darn cute.) These sweet little wreaths make wonderful ornaments and package toppers. But they really shine pinned on your lapel. Best of all, they take mere moments to make. Not Your Kiddo’s Pipe … [Read more...] about Sweet and Simple Mini Pipe Cleaner Christmas Wreaths

Soda bottles? Into Christmas boots? I know it seems like one of those crafts that sounds great but turns out messy and disappointing in real life. But after trying it myself, I can say this one is the real deal. These little boots are genuinely adorable, and nobody would ever guess they're made from recycled soda bottles. The plastic gives them structure that you just … [Read more...] about Make These Sweet Christmas Boots with an Empty Soda Bottle

The classic holiday scent is incomplete without cinnamon. In fact, I think it’s probably the most important component. Cinnamon is warm and cozy without being overpowering, instantly making any room feel more festive. And as a bonus, cinnamon sticks make great scented décor, especially when you turn them into Christmas trees. What I love most about cinnamon stick Christmas … [Read more...] about These DIY Cinnamon Stick Christmas Trees Smell As Good As They Look

If you're anything like me, you've been saving wine corks for years with the vague intention of doing something crafty with them someday. Well, I’m happy to tell you that day has arrived. Wine corks are perfect for Christmas crafts. They're the right size for ornaments, have a nice rustic texture, and there's something satisfying about finally using up all those corks … [Read more...] about 9 Easy Wine Cork Christmas Crafts You’ll Be Desperate To Try

One of my favorite parts of the festive season is getting creative with décor. You can pop into a store and find thousands of adorable pre-made ornaments, but there is something different about making them from scratch. Plus, when those decorations are as simple and cost-effective as paper snowflake ornaments, it’s hard to resist trying them out. I'm sure many of us remember … [Read more...] about How to Make 3D Paper Snowflake Ornaments Step-by-Step