Christmas Crafts

If you ever visit my Pinterest page, you know I've had some holiday crafts saved that I've been wanting to do.  Well, this weekend I tackled a few. 

Ornaments

First, I made three ornaments: a Christmas tree, a snowman, and a snowflake star.  (Follow each of the links to see the inspiration for these projects.)  All you need to make these are craft paper, twine, ribbon, buttons, scissors, Mod Podge, foam brush, and some cardboard for backing (I used a cereal box).  Other than the craft paper which I bought as a 60 page pack for $6.50 at Hobby Lobby, I had the rest of the supplies on hand.

        

 

The star snowflake was harder to make than expected, but I think it was because I had really thick paper.  I suggest using a thinner craft paper if you attempt to make one yourself.

Bird Garland

My second project was bird garland for over one of our interior doorways.  I couldn't find any garland I liked, so I actually found a twig wreath at Hobby Lobby and stuck some holly berries in it to make it a bit more festive.  The only other supplies you need for this project are craft paper, ribbon, and scissors.  The whole project cost under $8.

Scrap Paper Christmas Tree

My last project was a scrap paper Christmas tree which I think I am going to hang in my office at work.  If you still have your craft paper, scissors, Mod Podge, and foam brush out from making ornaments, then the only other thing you need is canvas.  I used one that was 8" x 10", but you can choose any size you like.  You could make this project using scrap fabric as well.

 

So, there you have it - three inexpensive holiday craft projects.  Luckily, Jason likes (or at least tolerates) all of my crafting and the resulting products.  I'm pretty happy with the results as well.