Put your own personal twist into this holiday season with these festive DIY projects.
The holidays are quickly approaching! Here are some fun DIY seasonal projects that will make you look like the next Martha Stewart.
Snowy Owl Cupcakes
These cupcakes make an adorable dessert for any holiday party! They’re easy to make, but lovely enough to impress any guest. The recipe can be found at the following link: http://recipes.howstuffworks.com/snowy-owl-cupcakes-recipe.htm
Here’s what you’ll need:
1 Box of white cake mix
1 Container of vanilla frosting
2 ½ Cups of shredded coconut
48 Gummy candy rings
24 Chocolate covered peanuts
DIY Holiday Candleholders
For this project, you’ll be turning decorative wine bottles into festive candleholders. Once complete, these candles will make a beautiful table centerpiece.
Here’s what you’ll need:
Decorative wine bottles
Silver wrapping paper
Green ribbon
Small white candles
Simply wrap strips of the wrapping paper around the middle of the bottle. Tie around the center with green ribbon to make a festive bow. Insert the candles, a voila! You’ve got a lovely holiday decoration.
Floral Christmas Tree Skirt
Beautify your Christmas tree with beautiful, handmade white flowers. These flowers create a tranquil atmosphere and require only three materials to make. The tutorial can be found here: http://www.livelovediy.com/2013/12/how-to-make-no-sew-christmas-tree-skirt.html
Here’s what you’ll need:
White felt
Hot glue gun
Fabric scissors
Holiday Star Wreath
This gorgeous wreath is created with handmade holiday stars. Because it uses festively printed paper, this project offers a lot of flexibility to cater to your creative preferences. The tutorial can be found here: http://littlebirdiesecrets.blogspot.com/2010/12/last-mintue-christmas-decorations-3d.html
Here’s what you’ll need:
Multiple rolls of holiday wrapping paper
Scoring tool
Hot glue gun
Wooden wreath form
Assorted buttons
Ribbon
Holiday Salt Shakers
This creative project is cheap, easy, and offers an absolutely lovely table decoration. Turn salt shakers into festive snow globes with a salty snow drift. You can find directions here: http://www.countryliving.com/diy-crafts/tips/g907/craft-ideas-for-christmas-decorations-1209/?slide=1
Here’s what you’ll need:
Small reindeer figurines
Salt shakers
Salt shakers
Small toy Christmas trees
Salt
Candy Sleigh Gifts
These candy sleighs make great DIY gifts for the holiday season. They are cheap, easy, and can be made in bulk for many friends, coworkers, or teachers. You can find directions here: http://ellynsplace.blogspot.com/2011/12/candy-sleighs.html
Here’s what you’ll need:
Assorted festive Hershey’s mini chocolate bars
Candy canes
Kit Kat bars
Seasonal ribbon
Hot glue gun
Reindeer Gift Card Envelopes
Present your gift cards in the most adorable way possible with these DIY reindeer envelopes. Perfect for sending gift cards and Christmas letters. You can find directions here: http://puertabella.blogspot.com/2009/12/rudolphs-gift-card.html
Here’s what you’ll need:
Scissors
Cardstock
Envelopes
Glue dots
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