Who Else is In the Mood for Christmas Crafts?
A Bit of Christmas Crafts Inspiration
There's a nip in the air, the fireplace is going, the smell of cinnamon surrounds me and I'm in the mood for some Christmas crafts! It's my favorite time of year again and I'm chomping at the bit to share a multitude of Christmas crafts with you this season. What's that? You haven't even started planning your Christmas crafts yet! The horror! The shame! Worry not. I'm coming to the rescue. Here are a few ideas to get you started.
Apple Candles
Nope, I'm not talking about apple-scented candles here. I'm talking about something more unique. The other day I was shopping and I saw the cutest little craft tool – it was a “scooper” that was designed to cut out a tea candle hole out of apples. Group the apple tea lights together on the table and you've got a great centerpiece.
Of course, you don't need a special tool for this Christmas craft (although it will make it easier). Just slice the tops off of your apples, cut out space for a tea light and whalla -- you've got a Christmas centerpiece that's to die for.
Stringing Cranberries
If I'm at all honest, I'll admit that stringing popcorn has never been one of my favorite Christmas crafts. It's a bit messy and, at times, extremely frustrating. However, cranberries are a joy. They are easier to string and the color fits in with the Christmas themes. If you're like me and dread the popcorn stringing craft, try cranberries for a nice change of pace.
Snowman Poop
Each year I give out dozens of bags of “snowman poop” and the recipients always love it. It's always best to start early if you plan on giving these gag gifts out in large quantities.
First buy a box of sandwich baggies, a bag or two of white mini marshmallows, glitter and ribbon. Put 10 to 12 mini marshmallows in each bag with a pinch of glitter and seal with a ribbon. Then tie a note to each bag explaining the contents. There are dozens of snowman poop rhymes going around. My favorite is:
You're Expecting a Present?
Here's the Scoop...
You're on the Naughty List...
You Get Snowman Poop!
These Christmas crafts make humorous gifts for friends and acquaintances. After all, laughter is the best gift isn't it?
So get in the Christmas crafts mood! This is just the beginning. I'll be sharing dozens of Christmas crafts with you this holiday season.