Making a Magnolia Leaf Wreath?I am making a large magnolia leaf wreath. Is there a spray sealant I can use to put on the leaves to keep them from turning brown? The wreath will be hung up high in the church's sanctuary all through Advent.
Reviews of Outdoor Solar Christmas Lights?I would like any input or experiences on whether these lights (Solar Christmas Lights for Patio Railing and Decor) are worth buying and if they are bright enough to see at night.
Pre-lit Christmas Tree from Michael's Not Completely Lit?I need to know how to plug all the tiers in, in sequence, so the whole tree lights. I have every other tier lit, but I think it's because of the connections being plugged in wrong.
Cleaning Sequined Ornaments?I found 10 sequined ornaments that are in great condition but are really dusty. Can anyone tell me how to clean them? Thank you
Shopping for White Satin Christmas Ornament or Ball?Where can I purchase about 36 1 to 1 1/2 inch and 36 2 1/4 inch white satin Christmas balls?
Covering Styrofoam Balls with Feathers?I have peacock feathers and I would like to cover Styrofoam balls to make Xmas tree ornaments, but I am not sure how to? Any suggestions?
Making an Artificial Tree?I would like to make a tree, and I have a idea how, but I am not positive how to proceed. I have a pipe about 6 feet tall. I covered it with chicken wire, then I put cement over the chicken wire and pipe. I smoothed almost everything out, so it looks like a tree trunk.
Repairing Christmas Tree Lights?My Christmas tree lights are not working properly. One strand burnt out all the lights. I replaced all of the lights, plugged them in and some branches are dim, some are normal, and one is extra bright.
Storing a Christmas Centerpiece?How do I store my Christmas table centerpiece? It is a small floral arrangement with 2 metal candle stands on the sides. I wasn't sure if it was OK to store it in an outside storage closet covered with plastic.
Shopping for Small Plastic "Bulbs" for Ceramic...My mother has a ceramic Christmas tree that my grandmother made many years ago. She has lost some of the light "bulbs" They are not really bulbs they are just plastic that light up through the hole they sit in and the 25 watt bulb in the base.
Some of the Lights on Prelit Tree Not Blinking?My prelit Christmas tree lights are all lit, but the top layer does not blink on and off like the two lower layers. How can I fix this?
Squirrels Chewing Outdoor Christmas Light Wires?I have a squirrel or squirrels that are chewing up my Christmas lights. Does anyone know of a good repellent to keep them off my trees, at least during the lighting season?
Encouraging Neighbors to Decorate for Christmas?Does anyone have any ideas on how to encourage others in your neighborhood to put up outdoor Christmas lights on their homes again?
Light Bulb Christmas Ornaments?When making light bulb ornaments, how do you drill a hole into the plug side of the bulb to thread wire?
Christmas Door Decorating Ideas?I am looking for Christmas door decorating ideas. Please help. Thank you.
Repairing a Lighted Outdoor Christmas Decoration?I just bought a 60 inch snowman with lights. Some of the lights won't light up. Please help.
Ideas for Decorating Office Doors for Christmas?I am looking for ideas for how to decorate an office door.
LED Tree Lights Are Intermittent?I have a pre-lit Christmas tree with LED lights. One small section of the lights will light up but then go off for a few minutes. They will then come back on for a short period of time and go off again. Any clues as to what is causing this and how it can be fixed?
Pre-lit Tree Lights Turning Off and On?My pre-lit tree has one section of lights that goes on, then off for about 5 minutes, then back on for about 3 minutes. Any suggestions?
Thrifty Christmas Decorating Ideas?What are some budget-friendly Christmas decorating ideas? I'm a starving college student with my first place and I love Christmas. That being said, I have no Christmas decorations. Since I'm a college student I'm on a budget, but I'd love to decorate for my favorite holiday!
Free Pattern for Hanging Santa Decoration?I have been looking for a site that has a free pattern for a half body of Santa Claus, that is used to hang up. Does anyone have any ideas where to find it? Thank you for your help.
Popcorn Garland?I would like to decorate a tree with strings of popcorn and cranberries. Can anyone tell me how to string them? Thank you.
Easy Homemade Christmas Tree Decorations?I am making popcorn and cranberry garlands for my tree. Does anyone have more good ideas for easy homemade decorations?
Grow Your Holiday Poinsettias Year Round?Last year I found some fantastic month by month tips on keeping a poinsettia alive and coaxing it to bloom again year after year. I followed them to the letter and my poinsettia was doing beautifully. I was looking forward to it being bigger and prettier this year.
Pre-lit Tree Lights Not Working?The clear lights on the top part of my pre-lit tree are dim. What can I do?
Inexpensive and Weatherproof Outdoor Christmas Tree Decorations?I am in charge of decorating an outside Christmas tree for our village this year. I need something that is water-proof (in case it rains), non-breakable (in case it's windy), and cheap (in case they get "removed"!)
Shopping for Open Bottom Bells for Christmas?I am trying to find open bottom bells for Christmas. Where do they sell them? An address or email would be great.
Pattern for Hanging Metal Christmas Decorations?I would like to know if someone has a pattern for the metal crosses that look like they are made of flashing and painted with different color dots that you hang with a wire. I would love to make some for Christmas.
Instructions For Paper Snowflakes?I would like to know how to make cutout paper snowflakes. Would someone please share the instructions with me?
Decorative Styrofoam Holiday Candle?Does anyone have any directions that are shown in a picture demonstrating how you cut the egg carton, for the Decorative Styrofoam Holiday Candle project? And any other pictures showing how to make it?
College Football Themed Christmas Tree?I'm doing a college football team theme Christmas tree for an auction! Does anyone have some ideas for me?
Making Ice Cream Cone Christmas Tree Ornaments?I saw ice cream cones with Xmas balls on top as Xmas tree ornaments. The cone was sealed with something to make it hard and sealed. It was clear. Can anyone please tell me what that sealer was? All the crafter would tell me is it is a plastic sealer solution you dip it in.
Ideas for Using Old Christmas Light Bulbs?I would like some ideas to use very old Christmas light bulbs. I have several of them.Thank you.
Christmas Centerpieces?I need centerpieces for a large Christmas party, but need them to be inexpensive.
Making a Christmas Tree Skirt?I'm making a felt Christmas tree shirt. I want to write Merry Christmas and Happy New Year on the skirt, but just don't have many ideas of which way I could do this. Fabric paint most probably wouldn't work.
50s Christmas Scene Plastic Cup Ornaments?In the 1950's my mom and a friend made Christmas ornaments using small, clear plastic cups. They glued items in the cups, then melted them in the oven. The result was a mini Christmas scene inside the melted cup. Are there specific instructions for this project?
Pre-Lit Christmas Tree Has a Short?We have a pre-lit Christmas tree that has worked for years beautifully, but this year the whole tree has been going out on us. The first time it happened we figured it was the main 5 amp fuse. We bought another and we were right, it lit again beautifully, but only for 1 day.
Costume Jewelry Christmas Tree?I am looking for instructions for a Christmas tree made out of old jewelry.
Folded Star Christmas Ornament?Does anyone have the patterns for the center of the folded star Christmas ball ornaments?
Tree Ornaments Have Black Spots?What causes old glass Christmas tree ornaments to get black spots on them? As far as that goes, I have some that are only a few years old that are starting to get them, too.
LED Replacement Bulbs for Window Candles?Is it possible to get LED replacement lights for Christmas window candles?
Fabric Christmas Trees?I love the fabric, handmade Christmas trees. I buy them at thrift stores. I decided to make some, but I can't find a pattern. Does anyone have the directions? There are 2 kinds; one looks like stacked stars and the other is shaped like a tree, 3 points on each section.
Replacement Light Bulbs for Older Holiday Decorations?I am having trouble finding replacement bulbs for some of my old holiday decorations. I need bulbs: 3.5 volt flashing colored mini bulbs and 7 Watt GE C7-TW/AST /candelabra base twinkle bulbs, red, green, and blue.
Recycled Ribbon Roll Vintage Ornament?How do I make the ribbon roll recycled into Vintage Christmas Ornament? I saw it in a Crafts 'n' Things magazine, but don't have the instructions.
Trouble Connecting Lights on a Pre-lit Christmas Tree?No one seemed to understand the problem with my pre-lit Christmas tree. Anyway my tree has a main hot wire that runs up the center of the tree. The tree also has lots of plug-in ones that will connect to the main wire on each section.
Homemade Christmas Decorations?I am looking for the recipe for making Victorian decorations (Christmas) with alum. The alum christalizes.
Making Tin Punched Christmas Ornaments?Does anyone know where I can find patterns for tin punch Christmas ornaments?
Glass Photo Christmas Ornaments?I need instructions on the materials needed for making glass photo Christmas ornaments, and also how to make them.
Hanging Outdoor Christmas Lights?I am looking for materials to hang/hold Christmas lights outside. I need to hang up lights, but don't want to use a staple gun. What are other things you can use?
Repairing a Broken Christmas Ornament?Does anyone know how to repair an old glass ball ornament? It has sentimental value to me.
6 Pack Ring Lighted Christmas Ball?Can anyone give me the directions for making a hanging lighted Christmas ball from the 6 pack plastic rings?
Make Baker's Clay Ornaments?When I was in elementary school a parent made dough ornaments shaped in our names. Does anyone know how these were made?
Crochet Netting for Christmas Ball Ornaments?Does anyone have a crochet pattern or would anyone point me to where I could find a crochet pattern for netting over glass Christmas ball ornaments?
Christmas Tree Decorating Ideas for a Doctor's Office?I am entering a contest for decorating a Christmas tree. I work in a clinic with two doctors, one a OB/GYN and the other one a surgeon. Please give some ideas, we would like a theme reflecting our office.
Decorating a Pink Christmas Tree?I have a 7 foot pink Christmas tree with clear lights. I would love some suggestions on how to decorate or what colors would go? Thanks.
Plastic Canvas Hershey Kiss Ornament?I'm searching for patterns for Christmas ornaments that are made from plastic canvas and hold a Hershey Kiss inside. I've seen a Santa and a reindeer. They are great gifts for kids or to use as a decoration on packages. Does anyone have the patterns that they could share?
Make a Christmas Tree Out of Recycled Materials?Does anyone have the instructions for how to make a Christmas tree out of empty plastic water bottles?
Instructions for Cracker Box Ornaments?Looking to trade Cracker Box ornament kit instructions. I need "Very Berry" and "Baubles, Bangles and Beads". I have other rare and retired instructions to trade.
Hanging Holly Under Windows?I noticed this year a lot of people had a flat piece of holly with a red bow in the center placed on their windowsills on the outside of the home. I would like to do this next year and was wondering how to keep it in place.
Cinnamon Applesauce Christmas Ornaments?I am looking for the applesauce and cinnamon recipe to make Christmas cut-out ornaments.
Making a Camera Ornament?My daughter is a photographer. Does anyone know how to make an ornament that looks like a camera? If you have a photo of one, that would be great. Thanks.
Country Themed Ornaments?I'd like to make ornament or wall hanging that are country-ish and "homey". Perhaps with hearts.
George Washington and Christmas Decorating Ideas?Does anyone have any ideas on how to incorporate George Washington and Christmas into decorating for the holidays? It for something at my work. We can do just about anything. Any help would be appreciated.
Saving Money on a Tree Skirt?Tips for saving money on a Tree Skirt as suggested by the ThriftyFun community. Post your ideas here.
Decorating a Horse Barn for Christmas?We have a huge boarding barn (for horse). We want to decorate for the holidays. We have 8 rather huge posts kind of like hitching posts that we decorate for every season and we are stumped for Christmas. They are about 2 to 3 feet round and 4 to 5 feet high. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Simple Christmas Decoration Ideas?Does anyone have ideas for simple Christmas decorations for a beginner at sewing and simple crochet. I am on a fixed income and would love to have ideas to help pass time too! God bless and Merry Christmas!
Buying Sequin and Bead Christmas Ornaments?Is there a store where I can purchase sequin and bead Christmas ornaments?
Western Themed Christmas Tree?Our home is decorated with a western theme and I would like to decorate our Christmas tree the same way. Can anyone suggest how I could make western ornaments and wreaths?
Grinch Themed Office Decorations?We are going for the Grinch theme for office decorations this year. How would you go about decorating?
Paying to Have Holes Cut in Glass Blocks?I am very interested in making the Christmas decorations out of the glass blocks. Not sure I can cut the hole in them. I did find a place that will do it for $5.00 each. Do you think that is a fair price? I think it sounds a little high.
Christmas Carolers Made From Tomato Cages?Has anyone the directions for Christmas carolers made from tomato cages and sweaters?
Painting Clear Glass Ornaments?I have seen Christmas balls that are originally clear glass. The balls have paint on the inside that has been swirled around. They were lovely. How do I make them? I have tried with my regular paint and with glass window paint neither did any swirling.
Easy Felt Santa Ornament?Does anyone have an easy felt Santa ornament pattern and directions? If you have any other patterns they would be very appreciated. Thank you so much!
Poem for a Candy Wreath?I know it's early, but I will be making some candy wreaths for co-workers and others for Christmas. Years ago I saw one that had a poem telling people to snip a piece of candy for luck. Does anyone have that poem and would be willing to share it? I would appreciate it. Thanks.
Military Themed Christmas Tree?My son is an 8th grader in military school (his choice). I promised him a military theme for next year's Christmas tree. I've started buying little action figures and camouflage vehicles at the 99cent store, but they are mostly olive drab colored.
Decorating for Christmas on a Budget?I am trying to decorate my house for Christmas for my mom as a surprise but I'm on a budget. Could you help with some ideas!
How to Make a Primitive Wreath?I bought a wire wreath to make my mother a primitive wreath. We saw one in a store where you cut strips of cloth and knot it around the rings of the wreath.
Homemade Christmas Tree Flocking?I have looked for spray flocking, heavier than the normal snow spray used for Christmas trees, etc. No one seems to carry it. When I checked on line, cheapest price was $39.95!
Oriental Themed Christmas Decorations?I am hoping that some of you can help me with ideas on making Christmas Tree ornaments to be hung on a tree in my Oriental themed living room.
Pattern For Miniature Christmas Tree Made...Many years ago, while at a craft fair with my mother in law I learned to make a miniature Christmas tree from green pipe cleaners (or chenille stems for you language purists!).
Christmas Craft Ideas Using Lollipops?Does anyone have any ideas for Christmas crafts using lollipops?
Paper Coffee Cup Christmas Ornament Ideas?Looking for ideals on how to turn a paper coffee cup into a Christmas Ornament. Something that is easy other than a bell. Then can be done by all ages.
Painting Red Birds on Glass Ornaments?I have some clear glass Christmas ornaments that I want to paint for my tree this year. I have a treetop bow that has red birds on it. I would like to paint red birds on the ornaments. My tree is white.
Ideas for Office Christmas Decorating Contest?Does anyone have ideas for an office Christmas decorating contest? I can't find much information at all on the internet.
How to Make Lighted Outdoor Christmas Ornaments?Does anyone know how to make light up outside Christmas Ornaments to hang from a tree?
Pattern For Brandy Snifter Santa?Years ago I had a pattern for a santa made from a brandy snifter. He had a felt face and hat.
How to Make Holiday Candy Lights?Holiday Candy Lights. I am looking for directions on how to make a string of mini Christmas lights into a string of wrapped candies.
Putting White Christmas Lights On a Live Tree?OK, Christmas is almost upon us. Can anyone tell me how to put white lights on live trees in the yard so that they look professionally done (not tackily thrown up there)?
Painting Christmas Tree Lightbulbs?Does anyone know how to paint on Christmas light bulbs? I have an assignment and that is to paint on Christmas tree light bulbs for Christmas decorations. Thank you.
Instructions For Making Coat Hanger and Green Tulle Wreath?I'm looking for instructions to make a wreath from a coat hanger and green tulle.
Putting Pictures on Lighted Glass Bocks?I have 300+ glass blocks in my yard and have seen the posts for the beautiful lit blocks for Christmas and other holidays. I understand how to drill the hole but how do I get graphics (pictures) on the front? Can you print something from the computer and glue it on? Paint it on? Can anyone help? Thanks!
Making Pomander Balls In Humid Climate?Every year for Christmas I try to make old fashioned pomander balls: stud citrus fruits with cloves, roll in cinnamon, then put in a cool dark place for several weeks.
Making a Wreath With Ribbon Loops?Does anyone have instructions on how to make a wreath or tree using ribbon loops? Please list if you do. Thanks.
Snowflakes Shown On Carol Duvall Show?I need the pattern for making snowflakes out of empty paper towel rolls that was shown on the Carol Duvall show.
Painting Santa On Old Bottles?I am looking for a pattern to paint Santa Claus on an old wine bottle or glass soda bottle. If anyone has any ideas where I can find that I'd appreciate it.
Popcorn Strings?Popcorn Strings. Does anyone make strings of popcorn to put on the tree anymore? I used to love helping my mother do this. It's inexpensive and traditional.
