Each year I have loved watching Kirsty's Handmade Christmas, as well as a number of inspiring YouTube videos. This year with having a little more time on my hands, I have excitingly jumped right in and made some Scandinavian travel-inspired ones. Here are some of my favourites that you can make too.
Handmade Christmas Decorations
Wooden Disc Reindeer Ornaments
These are so easy to make, here is what you need:
.Pre-drilled wooden slices/discs (I bought a packet of 10 from Amazon)
.Packet of wooden craft reindeer (The Works, 6 in a packet)
.Silver spray paint (The Works for only £1)
.Tartan ribbon (Hobbycraft)
.Wood glue/hot glue gun (Already had)
What to do you think? Will you give these a go?
Clear Tree and Snow Christmas Baubles
You will need:
. Clear Christmas tree baubles ( Packet of six including hanging twine Hobbycraft)
.Packet of faux miniature trees (Hobbycraft)
.Bag of faux snow (B&M £1)
.Glue gun (Already had)
I think they are so effective. You could put anything you like inside. Looking to surprise your partner? What about placing the engagement ring inside? The baubles come in two halves and are secured by twisting together. Ideal, if you would like to change them the following year.
Wooden Ball Wreath Christmas Tree Decoration
What you will need:
.Wooden beads (Hobbycraft)
.Floral wire (Already had)
.Ribbon (Hobbycraft)
.Glue gun (Already had)
I bent the floral wire into shape around the ribbon holder, to create a circle. Then left a space for the ribbon bow to sit before twisting the ends of the wire together. I tied the ribbon bow on but you could also hot glue it.
Bell Wreath Christmas Tree Decoration
You will need:
Same as above but swap out the wooden beads for bells, also bought from hobbycraft. You will need the hot glue gun to secure each of the bells in place, as they move around a lot and catch on one another.
Love bells at Christmas remind me of sleigh bells.
Christmas Mug Warmers/Cosies
If you have been following me for a while, you will know I just love chocolate! I was inspired to create a cocoa station with some essentials (wink) Chocolate stirrers, peppermint candy canes, mini marshmallows, cocoa powder and I couldn't stop there. Yes, you guessed. Mug cossies. I have seen plain ones available for sale in shops and online with only knitting patterns for Christmas Cosies but if you're like me and have little time, here is a wee shortcut.
Here's how you can create your's own themed mug cosy easily.
What you will need:
.Christmas stocking
.Sewing machine
.Wool
.Two buttons (www.grovesltd.co.uk MT0198)
One stocking was big enough to cut two pieces and cover two mugs. Then I just stitched on a button and some wool as a catch. I love how they have turned out and totally match my Christmas theme. Have you created a mug cosy?
I hope you have enjoyed reading Handmade Christmas Decorations as much as I have enjoyed making and sharing them. As always, you can reach out with any questions/suggestions. Get in touch via email, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
Until next time, stay safe and well.
Happy Holidays,
Michelle x
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