Tutorial - How to Make a Flip Top Gift Box

Sandy, you're amazing! Unique and adorable for any holiday or occasion!

Flip Top Gift Box Tutorial at Sandy's Space
"Happy Valentine's Day everyone ! Today I'm sharing a flip top box tutorial created as my guest project for Ladybuy Blessings. I filled it with little sweets for SJ who's always ready with a cheery smile when I need help at KCK..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Hanging Valentine Cones

Absolutely adorable! These would be fantastic for any holiday or occasion!

Hanging Valentine Cones Tutorial at Sun Scholars
"I had seen a similar hanging Valentine cone last week, and knew I had to make a set of these for my kids. I found some coordinating fabrics that I loved, and this is what I ended up with. They were fairly simple and quick to put together. I love them!..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Valentine Window Clings

Fun!

Valentine Window Clings Tutorial at Smashed Peas and Carrots
"These are really such a fun and easy craft to do with your little ones although you will definitely want to do this with adult supervision!! Your kids will truly enjoy the outcome as they can stick and unstick the results as much as their inner Nate Berkus desires, so ya gotta love that..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Countdown to Valentine's Day Wreath

This is such a sweet idea! She mentions that it would be great for a countdown to any holiday or special event. Love that!

Countdown to Valentine's Day Wreath Tutorial at Just a Thought
"Before we know it, February will arrive, with all it's red, pink and purple sparkles! In our corner of the world Valentines Day is a family affair. The best husband on the planet gets up in the wee hours of the morning to decorate the house with hearts, balloons, flowers, and all things Valentine! When he was old enough to understand, our son was enlisted to help with the decorating and cards. Each of the girls gets a flower, and something sweet, along with a card signed "with love from Dad and Evan"... The guys love creating it for us, and always find new ways to make the day sparkle!
Last year, when I was helping the girls with these Tea Wreaths I had an idea that I tucked away, until now!
I love the idea of counting down to an occasion, and surprising my husband, and so I came up with a "Countdown to Valentines Day Wreath"..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Fabric Chain

I've always had a soft spot for the traditional paper chain. Love this fabric one! Notice the red heart fabric? Wouldn't this be adorable for Valentine's Day or any other holiday really?

Fabric Chains Tutorial at Love to Craft
"There we are - a fabric chain that is washable and involves no sewing and in time for Christmas! And it was about time I became acquainted with our new iron!..." Read more

Not so boring Christmas wreath

Materials: Ikea SNÖVITA wreath, felt, scissors, glue

Description: I personalized the SNÖVITA wreath using stash of felt I had at home.

I made one with Saint Nicolausand another one with the 3 magic kings (a spanish tradition, on the 6th of January they come to every house and leave gifts and stuff).

It was a nice easy way to get a different Christmas wreath for less than 30$!

See more of the Christmas wreaths.

~ Julia, Zurich/Barcelona

Santa Claus lighting advent calendar

Materials: Dudero lamp

Description: My children love this lighting advent calendar, which returns every year.

Paint your Dudero standing lamp (cost around 10 euro) with simple water colour to red, and create a Santa Claus. Stick cotton beard on it, and put a red Santa Claus hat on the top. You can hang on small bags with sweets, number it 1-24.

Have good fun!

See more of the Dudero Santa Claus advent calendar.

~ Dekormama, Budapest, Hungary

Unexpected advent calendar

Materials: Expedit, Kraft paper, Scotch tape, red paper

Description: This is an advent calendar unexpected (25 days) we did in our agency for our audience/clients.

Find below the instructions to make it.

1- Buy an Expedit
2- Cut out squares of paper
3- Print and cut the figures
4- Stick figures
5- Arrange the gifts in boxes
6- Hang the squares with scotch tape
7- Play day by day


See video of the advent calendar.

~ Agence nu, Paris

Tutorial - How to Napkin Folding for the Holidays

What a simple and wonderful way to dress up the table! She shows us two different designs.

Napkin Folding for the Holidays Tutorial at Home Sweet Homebodies
"Centerpieces are great for adding a festive touch to your holiday table, but why not try some fun napkin folds as a way to make each guest feel like their place setting is extra special?..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Chalkboard Bunting Banner for any Holiday

Unbelievably brilliant! You can change the length and message for every holiday!

Chalkboard Bunting Banner for any Holiday Tutorial at The Scrap Shoppe
"I am SO excited to share today's project with you! Its something I've had in my head for a little while now but only recently had a chance to bring it to reality. And I'm LOVING it!!..." Read more

Thanksgiving Centerpieces

Materials: Florera Fin 4-inch candles, Palitig Vase, Onska Ribbon, autumn leaves, and a hot glue gun

Description: This Thanksgiving, decorate your holiday table with a simple centerpiece made from IKEA products and leaves from your backyard!

1. Take 1 Palitig vase and wrap a length of beige Onska ribbon around it twice. Hot glue the ribbon onto the the vase just below where it widens.

2. Insert a single autumn leaf into the ribbon wrapped around the vase.

3. Place a Florera Fin candle in a fall color (purple, green or orange), and you're done!

See more of the Thanksgiving centerpiece.

~ Biscuitwheels