It seems my Christmas list grows longer each year, and I’m sure I’m not alone when I say that sometimes a gift card is just what the doctor ordered for simplifying my holiday shopping and helping me preserve a teensy bit of my sanity. I hate how impersonal gift cards can be, though, so my…
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Dyed Corn Husk Christmas Tree Tutorial
I was the lucky recipient a few weeks back of a downright impressive shipment of Rit Dye, and I knew the moment I cracked open the box that I wanted to use the dye for something Christmassy. The array of vibrant colors contained in that one humble package made my heart sing! Since I had…
Rolled Rosette Christmas Tree Tutorial
Impart an unexpected feminine feel to your Christmas decorations this year with this rolled rosette Christmas tree craft. Once the technique for crafting the flowers is perfected, this project really is as easy as can be. And an added bonus: this tree transitions perfectly into Valentine’s Day decor, as well! Amy @ Positively SplendidHaving grown…
Burlap Christmas Wall Art (Swell Noel #39)
Sweet Allison from A Glimpse Inside is here to inspire us with a darling idea to adorn our walls this Christmas season! *** Hi everyone! I’m Allison and I blog over at A Glimpse Inside. I am super excited to be here today to share my Burlap Christmas Art with you.Would you like to see…
Burlap Greenery Pouches (Swell Noel #38)
Stephanie Lynn from Under the Table and Dreaming is here this morning sharing an upcycling project with truly elegant results! *** Hello and Happy Holidays! I’m Stephanie Lynn from paper pinwheel to mine as I like the simplicity. You can find the super easy tutorial {Under the Table and Dreaming *** It is a goal…
Ruffled Christmas Trees (Swell Noel #37)
Today’s Swell Noel post is courtesy of a super sweet girl I met on the very first day of Creative Estates, Jen from Scissors and Spatulas. She is a gem, and her blog is, too! Take it away, Jen! *** Hi Positively Splendid readers! I’m so excited to be here today while Amy is taking…
Christmas Tree Wall Art (Swell Noel #34)
When I think back to the friends I’ve made since I first began my blogging journey last year, sweet Alison from Oopsey Daisy is one of the first who come to mind. I am so thrilled she can be here today to share a Christmas wall hanging project with us for today’s Swell Noel idea!…
Framed Handmade Ornaments (Swell Noel #33)
There are some people just the thought of whom brings a huge smile to my face, and today’s Swell Noel guest is certainly one of them! Ms. Lara from Less Cake {more frosting} is here today with a darling decor project that incorporates one of my current personal favorite Christmas color choices: turquoise! *** Hi,…
Faux Grain Sack Pillows (Swell Noel #32)
There are few of my blogging friends who speak with a more genuine voice than today’s Swell Noel guest, Char from Crap I’ve Made. Her blog is brimming with fun, inventive ideas, and the way she writes make you look forward to each and every post! Take it away, Char! *** You’ve seen the fabulous…
Stamped Metal Tags from Coke Cans!
Love the looked of metal stamping, but wanting to keep your crafting budget to a minimum? Use empty soda cans to create DIY stamped metal tags! Let me show you how it’s done. Amy @ Positively SplendidHaving grown up in a home brimming with sewing notions and paintbrushes, Amy has a deep love for all…