Santa Clause Suit Ornaments & Gift Tags

12191076_865135440272887_3788092038115380528_nThis really cool idea from www.craftymorning.com is simple but make a big impact. Use construction paper for the main card and belt (or black ribbon for the belt). A pop top is used for the buckle, two little doo dads (you could use sequins, or any number of little doo dads you probably already have in your craft stash) and thin string for the the ornament hanger. Either of these could be used for a gift tag or ornament.

Cut the desired shape (circle or tag) – punch a hole in the top – take your black ribbon or cut piece of construction paper through the ‘buckle’ and glue it on – glue sequins or doo dads on and tie the thin string to make a loop. Hang on a tree or present with a thoughtful message.

A Little Christmas Tree DIY Idea

12195787_866363903483374_837374025714666535_nUsing any stiffer paper make a cone and tape or staple shut. Use yarn and put long pieces into a bowl and soak it so the yard becomes saturated. Keep wrapping over and over making sure to cross layer to give the tree strength. Let dry on cone. Glue on little pearls and other things you would like on it. Glue on a star. Let dry on cone so it does not lose its shape. Gently loosen and then remove cone. You have a really cool and very very cheap decoration that costs little to nothing.

License Plates Christmas Tree Idea

dfgdfggfLicense Plates Christmas Tree Idea  – heck this is a great idea for a bachelor or someone with very limited space.

Simple Snowman Christmas Tree Idea

15380570_1579266938754442_3501199601541873646_nVery simple – but sometimes simplicity is really the best!

Reindeer Lollipops For Christmas

1508975_865135433606221_1056511145028262516_nHow cute are these? – and so simple and inexpensively to make. We love that!

To make these use a cookie cutter and trace the design onto green (or whatever color) construction paper. Here is a pattern you can use – just print out and trace however many you need. (right click to save and enlarge to desired shape)

680cdd0887ca22e312c228379b9efb66Cut the hole for the nose on one and draw the eyes and mouth and back it completely with another cutout with no nose after putting in the lollipop or tootsie roll. Glue around the edges with hot glue or white school (non-toxic) glue.