Needles-n-Pins Stitcheries: Repurposed Mason Jars For Christmas

I always like all the ideas people come up with to recycle mason jars and since Thanksgiving is over and we are now having to start decorating for Christmas I thought maybe this tutorial on how to make these really pretty centerpieces from YellowBlissRoad will add to your decorating. My daughter has mason jars all over her house with different decorating ideas and they really look neat. So let's give this a try. :)

Have fun!

Colleen :)

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Christmas Lights Blanket - Free Pattern

Christmas in July might be almost over but Christmas is right around the corner! Why not get started with your Christmas decor or gift giving early this year? Sarah of Repeat Crafter Me has all the instructions along with videos for you to complete this fun Christmas Lights Blanket in no time complete with a candy cane striped border! Click on the photo above, grab your yarns and get started today!

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Get Wrapped Up

Wrapping paper isn't just for wrapping gifts anymore. You can use it to create cute holiday decor. The Container Store has great ideas with instructions and templates to use up that beautiful gift wrap. Click on the photo above, grab some gift wrap and work on a fun paper craft today.

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Needles-n-Pins Stitcheries: Dreaming of a Primitive Christmas

I am partial to primitive décor as maybe some of you are also. I like to decorate with antiques and primitives and at Christmas time I like to decorate with nature as my guide.

These ideas are a few ideas that I picked up from reading The Country Register the other day. So if you like greenery, pinecones and twigs, you can use them in your displays.


Fresh Greenery:

There are many ways to incorporate fresh greenery into your displays. Cut sprigs of evergreen or pick up some from your local shop and add to trenchers, bowls, baskets and crocks. Tuck greenery in or around pewter, redware or yellowware in exiting displays giving it a simple, yet elegant touch.


Wreaths:

The wreath has an important place in the history of Christmas. The circle shape of the wreath is made to represent Christ's eternal love, strength and the creation of new life. Evergreens are commonly used in the construction of the wreath. Try using fresh herbs, pinecones or dried apples instead. They will add primitive and country charm to your home.

Garland:

Popcorn and cranberry garlands are fun and easy to make! They will also give your tree old-time charm. 

Primitive Ornaments:

 

 

Trim your tree with handmade ornaments this Christmas. They add to the specialness of your Christmas tree.  These ornaments like the ones from PaxtonValleyFolkArt are perfect to put on your tree.

So if you decorate prim, country, rustic or whatever just use some greenery and pinecones to add to your decorating.

 

 

Have fun decorating!!  :)

 

 

Colleen

 

 

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Jacquie's Up-Cycle Nation: Tree Trim

 

 December has arrived and it is time to deck the halls with up-cycled merriment! With so many talented Etsy artists creating stunning holiday decor from the recycle bin, it's easy to outfit the whole tree, the house and everyone on the gifting list.

 

These Etsy artists offer unique hand-crafted ornaments to suit every taste.

 

Light paper whimsy and airy recycled wool delights dwell at TheRehatchery.

BeerCanDarl offers truly unique gifts made of recycled beer cans. Honor the beer lover's brand loyalty with one of a kind ornament festive enough for year-round display.

Art meets play at EarlyMorningProjects where playful ornaments capture the imagination. Shop here for vibrant up-cycled fabric rugs, too!

 

Using vintage tart tins, French script and photographic images, Hopeandjoystudios  makes everything merry and bright!

Bibliophiles flock to Gabblehatch where old books find new lives in cherished ornaments and journals.  Find that very special something for the book lover here!

Search upcycled ornament on Etsy to find more fab artists making the most of their recycle bins!

LOVE  &  UP-CYCLE NATION!!

Jacquie Wheeler

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