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Christmas Craft Ideas - Make a Rustic Christmas Tree Craft
Do you look for Christmas craft ideas every year? Try to rack your brain for some ideas for some Christmas tree crafts, or gifts to make?
This year, why not try making some recycled denim tree ornaments? These can become treasured memories and have a rustic, yet artistic flare to them. They also make great gifts for friends or Grandparents.
This is how you make them:
Find a pair of soft but worn out jeans, and trace two circles on them (the widest part of the leg works best). (using a jar lid or any size you want works)
Sew the circles together with 1/2 inch seam allowance, but leave a small space for stuffing your denim ornament.
Clip the seams every 1/4 inch or less, to make a fringe, with sharp scissors.
Make a few and then wash them and then throw them in the dryer, this will create soft white, fuzzy fringe, for that rustic effect.
Stuff your denim ornament with polyester stuffing or something soft, and then sew the opening shut, with a piece of decorative cord for hanging on the tree.
Now the fun part, decorating.
Depending on the age of your kids, get out the decorating supplies. These can be sparkles, rhinestones, embroidery, fabric paint, quilting.. ANYTHING you want. Denim makes a great canvas. Beading looks really good on here too.
If you get started with these denim ornaments now, then your kids or yourself, will have the time to really let their artistic talents shine, before all the festivities begin. I have seen these completely covered in sparkly beads, and they really shine with any Christmas lights.
You now have a cherished, rustic, piece of art. You can't buy that at the discount store!
Denim is so versatile, especially the faded soft blue jeans. I find these work the best. Hope this inspires you to get creative with some Christmas craft ideas!
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What should I get my family for Christmas?
Hi! Could ya'll give me some ideas on what to buy my family for Christmas? I'm a teenager and don't have a job, I had about $100 saved up but my dog needed emergency vet care so now I only have about $40.
My mom likes to make crafts(sewing & stuff), and cooking. I had originally planned on getting her a sewing machine but now I don't have enough money. XD
My dad likes to work with wood and do handy- man jobs for people so I'm thinking of getting him a screwdriver set or something like that.
My little sister likes sports like softball and soccer so something along those lines of things.
My two chihuahuas like food(lol! XD) so maybe some treats from Petco.
Can you give me some ideas that I can afford with $40? I really want to get them something for a change, especially my parents because they always get me and my sis stuff. :)
My sister is 10 just so ya'll know! XD
You can get your mom some thread and needles in a sewing kit http://www.usimprints.com/prod/promotional-tape-measures-sewing-kit-341074.htm
it costs less than $5!
For your dad, you can get him a screw driver keychain for about $2-$3, and maybe a mug : http://spectrumadvertising.com/item_information.cfm?SupplierItemGUID=A55D3C3E-911E-4B4D-A79D-5460233F8AEA
For your sister, you can get her a softball charm bracelet for $5 or so
http://www.sportsforher.com/stsochbr.html
And for your chihuahuahs, you can get them little dog treats and maybe a toy for under ten dollars. These are just some suggestions that will fit your budget
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