I was very excited to put some of my ‘real’ ornaments on the tree this year. I have a giant tub full that haven’t seen a tree since I moved away to college (6 years for those of you counting at home). While the 24 years of Precious Moments ornaments are still tucked safely away my somewhat sturdier trinkets are on display this year. Unfortunately that does mean I ran out of room for some of the ornaments I made last year.
Google+Sooooo Christmas is in 4 days. Is your mantle looking a little glum? Got a new pet (or child) currently lacking a chocolate orange storage device? Lucky for you I have a SUPER FAST (like lightning) stocking tutorial for you. You will end up with a fully finished stocking with a cuff and hanging loop in less than 10 minutes. It will take you longer to cut out than to sew. Are you psyched? Lets do this:
Frosty winter windows, classic Christmas tunes and the flicker of candles in a mirror. Serene and peaceful. Something we all need in our lives around the holidays right? It can be hard to find in the weeks and days before Christmas but this project will help you find a little calmness in the crazy. It was first shared a few days ago with my Christmas hutch decorations.
I’ve been slowly putting out Christmas decorations since before Thanksgiving but only in the last 2 days have I really gone all out. I thought I’d give you a brief tour of the dining room in all it’s Christmas finery starting with the hutch. It’s right next to the poinsettia tree. Continue reading »
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These tress are super easy to make and you can erase and “decorate” them however you want, as often as you want! How cool is that?!
Are you ready for more Christmas Caroling?! Today we have fun project from Dee of the CSI Project {Don’t forget to link up your projects!}:
Hi Chicken Scratch NY Readers! I am thrilled to be guest posting here today. Alecia has kindly guest posted on my blog before, so here I am on hers and it is an honor!
My name is Dee and my blog home is The CSI Project!
My mission is to encourage you to Create.Share.Inspire so every week we do just that on the blog. Each week is a new challenge from crafting, to DIY, to cooking and even photography. Come by everyday for a great tutorial and then you can link up and take part in the challenge. Who knows you may take home the top pick or be in the Top 10!
I love this time of year. From decorating my home, to baking and Christmas parties, I love it all! Mr. CSI(my husband), tells me that I should have been an elf because I live for holidays and traditions. Maybe so but I think it makes life fun and creates memories. I am all about creating memories.
So, when I heard about the Christmas carol series here, I knew I wanted to be a part of it. I chose the song, Deck the Halls with an emphasis on “Fa-la-la-la-la.”
Go ahead, sing it along with me!
One day, while in Home Depot, I came across these wood pieces. They are for chicken coops, I am guessing. Who knows? But I took one look and thought, Candle Holders. Do you see it?
The best part, they were .99 cents a piece.
So, I picked up a few because they will make great holiday gifts for friends.
Then, my favorite part-crafting!
All I used for these was paint, Martha Stewart Stencils, sand paper and flameless candles.
It is really that easy.
First, I got to painting. I chose red.
Then, I took Martha Stewart stencils to make my Fa-La-La. I love these stencils because they are self adhesive so you don’t need to tape them down. They work great on glass too. I recommend getting some. I love them!
Just click the link below to read more about them.
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I then grabbed white paint and used my stencils.
Let the paint soak in and then remove.
This was a fun font, I think.
Then, I gave my whole candle holder a sanding with my sand paper and added my candles.
I sat it down the center of my table and now I have a fun centerpiece with candles.
A very special thank you goes out to Alecia for having me at Chicken Scratch NY. You are always welcome at The CSI Project and of course, your readers too! Come link up, be inspired and more importantly inspire others!
From my family to yours!
I’ve wanted to do some sort of Christmas Countdown for a long time now. I was browsing in Hobby Lobby and found (of all things) a pink Christmas tree and a miniature tree skirt with the word “Princess” on it. A little while (and about $30) later I had everything I needed to put together a Christmas Countdown Tree for my 6 year old niece cousin (my Grandmother emailed me to point out that I don’t even have a niece, oops!) Scarlett. (Side note, on Thanksgiving we found out her mom is pregnant so she’s going to be a big sister again! I tell ya, our family has all of sudden started popping out babies left and right!)
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! I love the holiday season and I’ve spent the last few days getting my Christmas craft on. Here’s a few holiday themed word searches to help you unwind (or keep the kids busy while you’re working that glue gun overtime!).
First, get your brain working with the tougher one:
And then kick back with a mug of cocoa and help the littles with this simple one:
The un-watermarked versions are available [free] from my Google Docs page. Print and share as much as you like but please do not resell or otherwise profit from my work.
Last years word searches can be found here.
Don’t forget the Country Christmas Sing-Along starting December 2nd! Some of my favorite bloggers will be here sharing their Christmas projects.
PS. I’ve already watched the Grinch with Jim Carey 2x and the cartoon once. In two days.
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This is my first official Silhouette project!Btw if you really want one Amazon has a great price right now!You can get the Silhouette Cameo
Just kidding, it’s back to regular price now ($269).
(that is an affiliate link, if you purchase through it I’ll get like 15 cents)
Supplies:
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| One you tie two springs opposite each other cross them like this to approximate the location of the other two |
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| Frosted Flake (hehe) |
