DIY Twig Wreath

This is a really fun wreath to make because it turns out super cute, costs very little and is an easy (no fail) project for kids to help with! The largest portion of time spent making this wreath, was collecting all the twigs from the yard, which could easily be done by kids of any age. My daughter (age 6) helped me gather these sticks and broke them all down into the right size.

I cut out a cardboard frame using a large dinner plate for the outer edge and a luncheon size plate for the inside. I hot glued all the sticks in place and made the rolled burlap flowers and twine decorations. Whala! This one was made for a friend, but I'm seeing more of these in our future :)

Here are some other great designs to inspire you!

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Kara Paslay Designs

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100 Handmade Christmas Gift Ideas

Handmade gifts are fun, thoughtful and can be very budget friendly! They don't have to be cheesy or tacky. On the contrary, the popularity of handmade items has skyrocketed in recent years with more and more people making an effort to shop locally, support small businesses and buy things that are Eco friendly. Check out all the great ideas that are sure to  be a hit with your family and friends. For lots and lots of ideas like those pictured on the left, check out the Handmade Holiday's collection found here. If you're not very confident in your own crafting abilities, consider supporting great small businesses and stay-at-home moms that have set up shop at sites like Etsy 

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Build this nifty personalized Lego tray using the tutorial found here

Make a fun place to store and carry cars! Find the tutorial here

An adorable selection of felt food! Find lots of ideas here

Makeitdo has a very cute tutorial on a Snowman Kit.

>> Gifts for the Home <<

Burlap Wreaths are so versatile for every season.

Gift Ideas for the Baker at I Heart Organizing

These pinecones are transformed here by Martha Stewart.

Fabric Covered Boxes Get the tutorial here.

Grab a frame from your house and download this 

free Christmas Subway Art here.

Burlap Rose Wreath Tutorial

Frame a Sentimental Family Saying! For this idea, Click Here

Easy to create Felt Stockings

 >> Easy Gifts for Kids to Create and Give <<

Here's a great opportunity to create some fun gifts for friends and loved ones. This no sew apron is a wonderful intro.

Kids love making Salt Dough Ornaments!

Peppermint Ornaments that while being created and popped in your children's mouths will not hurt them :) Thanks, Martha Stewart and crew.

Find full instructions here Angel Paper Plates provided by Martha Stewart.

Cinnamon Ornaments Click here for the recipe.

>> Gifts for Santa <<

Milk for Santa from DukesandDuchesses.com

Many families make cookies for Santa, but here's a cute gift around that theme from makeitdo.

>> Accessories and Apparel <<

This easy to sew tutorial from Design Sponge for a zipper case could be used for school supplies, make up or a small assortment of anything!

Here's a cute iPad or Tablet case!!

American Girl Matching Clothes Set

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15 DIY Wreath Ideas

This is a collection of the wreaths I've made this past year. I hope you find some inspiration! The picture on the left is a piece of pipe insulator foam taped together and wrapped in burlap. Secure burlap with hot glue, then add rolled flowers made of burlap and fabric. Be sure to check out some of the tutorials I've done:

Burlap Wreath Using a Coat Hanger 

Easy Burlap Wreath with Video How-To

Rolled Flower Burlap Wreath

Lima Bean Wreath Using Pipe Insulator Foam

Dollar store ornaments and a coat hanger!

Grapevine wreath with rolled burlap flowers

Burlap and a heart shaped wreath form

Dollar store garland wrapped around a foam pipe insulator. Glue ornaments to the greenery.

Dollar store ornaments and foam balls wrapped in yarn.

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