Christmas Decorations

This is a fun way to make a small Christmas tree, you can actually put one in each room of your house or make an arrangement in your living room if you do not have enough space for the a big and...

It's that time of year that we are all fairly ragged.Trying to find the perfect gifts and trying to stay within our means. Most of us have large families who will be joining us for the holidays,...

Handmade ornaments add a special touch to your Christmas tree and holiday decor. Put your paper crafting skills to use--and have the kids make their own, too--and your Christmas tree can become a...

Bring the beauty of snow inside for Christmas without a melting slushy mess. This snow sprinkled pinecone is a simply elegant decoration for a table centerpiece or a mantle display. It brings the...

Dried fruit ornaments are a very pretty addition to your holiday decorating. They look so pretty on a Christmas Tree. The ornaments can also be hung in windows or placed in a shallow bowl with...

Ready for a festive craft? Make your own Santa cutouts to put yourself in the holiday mood and share the Christmas cheer. Santa cutouts are easy to make at home and only require minimal...

Creating your own winter wonderland sets the mood for a holiday party. A winter wonderland theme is ideal to avoid conflicts with differing religious beliefs, and it can be used throughout the...

With all the money you're about to spend on the holiday, ornaments don't have to be added to be expensive too. A nice box of 12 will run you almost $20.00 now. Let me show you how to get the same...

Seashells are like snowflakes. Each is different, and they can make beautiful one-of-a-kind ornaments. Buy seashells from craft stores or pick up some from the beach. They come in a variety of...

Lightbulbs can be recycled to make colorful, fun Christmas ornaments. Using materials most people probably already have at home, these Christmas ornaments can be finished any number of ways....

Some cute ornaments would look great on the family tree every year, wouldn't they? Hear is one that my kids loved to help with and they are absolutely adorable.

I made this Hand Print Glass Christmas Ornament with my son when he was five years old. It looks really pretty hanging on my Christmas tree every year. It's easy to make and does not take a long time.

One of the most popular Christmas traditions is creating handmade ornaments with family and friends, and star ornaments are symbolic of the magic of Christmas. Whether you are looking for a...

Some think that in the warmer months more yard work is required. Truth be told, the best time for yard work is during the Christmas holidays. It is the perfect time of year to show off your...

Christmas provides a fun theme for toddler art projects. When doing a project with toddlers, have all the materials set up before starting the project. Toddlers don't wait well. Do projects in...

The first thing we'll think about is decorating for Christmas. This year don't rush out and buy any new decorations. We need to get back to nature and make our own decorations this year. Let...

Christmas brings images of snow, reindeer, lights, bells and all-around enchantment. Though, amidst these visions of wintertime wonder no Christmas display is complete without a Christmas Village....

Decorate your Christmas Tree or other areas of your home with these simple seashell Christmas ornaments. They make wonderful gifts and are easy enough to make for a Christmas tree ornament...

With glitter and glue, you can personalize plain, clear or colored Christmas balls. Add a design, a name, an initial, whatever your imagination wants. You can create sparkly Christmas balls for...

For generations, children have been warned that Santa will leave coal in their stockings if they are naughty. The stockings being referred to are those that are faithfully hung on the fireplace...

Christmas is one of the most special times of the year. Although people often get caught up in the gift-giving aspect of the holiday, it is really supposed to be more about spending quality time...

A Chrismon is a combination word meaning Christ monogram. They are used to decorate Christmas trees. Their origins lie in the Lutheran Church and every year church Christmas trees are adorned with...

Make a Christmas ornament from a pine cone by wrapping the top with wire, applying hot glue to the edges and sprinkling glitter over the entire thing for a winter effect. Add holly to the top of a...

A beach ornament can be made by filling a clear Christmas ornament with red confetti, small sea shells and a bit of sand or glitter. Create a beach-themed ornament for the Christmas tree with...

Help Santa find his way to your house! Reindeer have to eat.... What do they eat??? I'm sure they will enjoy this special treat!!! This will give them lots of energy so they can fly house to...

Snowflakes are awesome ornaments for the holiday season, and they are so easy to make that you may end up with a whole house full of them. Because of their unique design, and the unique way you...

No matter how careful you are with your boxes of Christmas decorations, you no doubt end up with at least a few broken ornaments every year. Here is a fun and easy way to make new ornaments from...

Pine cones are a great way to bring a touch of nature's beauty indoors. With just a little time and effort, they can be used to add a warm country appeal to any space. In addition to sprucing up...

This is an easy activity to do with your kids. It could even become a holiday tradition!

Looking for bright, cheap holiday decorations you can make at home? Try drawing a cheery holiday wreath with this cheap, clean, joyous art supply -- oil pastels. Even a small set may have all the...

Having a hard time getting your kids to tell you what they want for Christmas? Here is a way to get them to tell you by making it crafty and fun!

Decorating a Christmas Tree can add up fast. Try these budget ideas on for a change.

Don't feel like spending a bundle on decorations you only use once a year? Have you already exceeded your Christmas budget? If you answered 'yes!' then here are some suggestions to decorate your...

Have fun displaying your collections of Christmas figurines, plates and other items creating a beautiful setting for you and your family to enjoy. My displays occupy my entertainment center...

One of the best gifts to give is a very beautiful glass ornament. I love to have my children give these to their teachers.

A great project to get the kids involved in the holidays! This is an easy, basic decoration that can be used on your Christmas tree, hung around the house or placed in a decorative bowl for...

Spread some holiday cheer by making Christmas Snow Flake ornaments with your family or your Scouts! This activity is easy to do for most ages.

Everybody is going green these days and making a concerted effort to recycle everything they can. That includes old Christmas decorations. Instead of throwing them away without a second thought,...

Decorate a beautiful Princess Christmas tree for your little princess. She will love having her own tree for her room.

A set of candy cane candles makes a wonderful holiday gift or table display. However, the classic striped variety have been around for so many years that you may be getting tired of seeing the...

Here is a cheap and easy craft you can do alone or with children, making beautiful Christmas ornaments from plain old pine cones.

These sweet little pipe cleaner decorations are far easier to make than they appear. Pipe cleaner Christmas wreaths make a tree sparkle with light and color, yet are so simple to assemble that any...

Candles are a great way to fill up a room with the holiday spirit. However, holiday custom candles can be expensive, particularly if they have detailed designs. You can make your own glittering,...

Pinecones are one of the best natural ornaments a tree can have. Their sharp, clean scent and interesting shape make them ideal for indoor decorating as well as outdoor appreciation. You can make...

Go on a nature walk or just head to the yard if there are pine cones. Gather the makings of a natural pine cone and bark Christmas ornament. For the budget conscious, it is inexpensive to make a...

A pine cone reindeer head Christmas ornament adds a natural touch of whimsy to a Christmas tree. It is especially fun for children to make, and easy for a class or crafts group to put together in...

A pine cone is shaped very much like the tree it comes from. You can easily take advantage of this similarity to create tiny Christmas trees. When complete, your tree will have a garland, shiny...

Seashells look terrific on a Christmas tree in a coastal area or on any tree to evoke memories of times at the beach. Pull out the stash of shells and turn them into Christmas ornaments. Here's how.

This sweet bird nest makes a great winter or holiday centerpiece. Decorate your table with a feathered friend that will not fly away and bring a little snow-kissed season inside. This craft is...

If you live anywhere near a shore line, chances are you have a sea or beach theme somewhere in your house. You can decorate your Christmas tree to match that theme. You can also buy bags of sea...