It seems my Christmas list grows longer each year, and I’m sure I’m not alone when I say that sometimes a gift card is just what the doctor ordered for simplifying my holiday shopping and helping me preserve a teensy bit of my sanity. I hate how impersonal gift cards can be, though, so my…
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Dyed Corn Husk Christmas Tree Tutorial
I was the lucky recipient a few weeks back of a downright impressive shipment of Rit Dye, and I knew the moment I cracked open the box that I wanted to use the dye for something Christmassy. The array of vibrant colors contained in that one humble package made my heart sing! Since I had…
By the Dozen: My Go-To Crafting Tools
I recently had a reader write to ask about which tools I would recommend for new crafters wanting to get their feet wet. With Christmas fast approaching, I thought a post like this one would be perfect for helping you round out your lists for Santa! 🙂An email from PS Reader Jennifer: I was wondering if you…
Whimsical Christmas Mantel Decor
Take a whimsical detour from traditional holiday decor this year and try a new, whimsical approach! My whimsical Christmas mantel is brimming with fun DIY details to inspire you. I am so, so excited about how our Christmas mantel turned out! Most of my Christmas decor is the traditional red, green and gold,…
Our New Stockings + Stocking Hanging Tips
If you are a long-time PS reader, you might remember my Whimsical Christmas Stocking tutorial from last year. I made that particular set for my parents, so I was eager to put together a set for our family this year. Suffice it to say that making six stockings was quite a labor of love! I…
Advent Cookie Tree
You might have noticed that I’ve been sticking to a tree theme so far this week, and today’s project continues in that vein. For the last few years I have made an Advent cookie tree for my kiddos to enjoy. The concept is simple: bake delicious cookies, and then number them from one to 25…
Rolled Rosette Christmas Tree Tutorial
Impart an unexpected feminine feel to your Christmas decorations this year with this rolled rosette Christmas tree craft. Once the technique for crafting the flowers is perfected, this project really is as easy as can be. And an added bonus: this tree transitions perfectly into Valentine’s Day decor, as well! Amy @ Positively SplendidHaving grown…
Burlap Greenery Pouches (Swell Noel #38)
Stephanie Lynn from Under the Table and Dreaming is here this morning sharing an upcycling project with truly elegant results! *** Hello and Happy Holidays! I’m Stephanie Lynn from paper pinwheel to mine as I like the simplicity. You can find the super easy tutorial {Under the Table and Dreaming *** It is a goal…
Positively Splendid Handmade Gift Round-Up
Happy Monday! Who can believe it’s just three days until Thanksgiving? Wow!Friday kicks off the official Christmas season, and with that comes the task of finding just the right gift for the special people in your life. Because many of you may have started reading Positively Splendid in the recent months, I thought I would…
Ruffled Christmas Trees (Swell Noel #37)
Today’s Swell Noel post is courtesy of a super sweet girl I met on the very first day of Creative Estates, Jen from Scissors and Spatulas. She is a gem, and her blog is, too! Take it away, Jen! *** Hi Positively Splendid readers! I’m so excited to be here today while Amy is taking…