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Santa Candy Cane Holder

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Santa Candy Cane Holder

Normally I make my Christmas crafts with clay pots. This year I am using up the overstock of jars because they aren’t just for canning. I make use of all parts, the lid, seal and jar. There are so many things I want to make however this time I’m making a Santa candy cane holder. This is the time of year I really begin to make my fall and winter crafts. A time to prepare for the seasons ahead and keep busy. Santa Candy Cane Holder Materials  Mason jar or … Continue reading →

Fishbowl Snowman – Easy Dollar Store Crafts

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Fishbowl Snowman

It’s the time of year that I begin my Christmas crafts. Over the next few months, my family will be creating a few different and easy crafts for the holiday season. If you know me, then you know that there will be a snowman or two. To begin, I am creating a fishbowl snowman, with items I purchased at the dollar store. Fishbowl Snowman – Dollar Store Crafts Materials Needed: 2 glass bowls snowman hat decoration (I found mine at Dollar Tree) fake snow ribbon buttons googly eyes or gems … Continue reading →

DIY Galaxy Theme Birthday – Out of This World Planets and Stars

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This week, our daughter turns 9. She is amazed by all the colours of the galaxy and all the stars in the sky. For her birthday this year, we have decided to go with a DIY Galaxy theme birthday party. So, over the past month, we have been planning the party and creating the theme decorations. We had a t-shirt created by Canadian Creative Co for her to wear for the day, along with the star pants that she has. We can’t wait to see her face when she opens … Continue reading →

DIY Cork Coasters – Easy Gift Ideas for Any Occasion

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Spring is coming and for me, that means freshness. I decided it was time to organize and clean my craft cupboard and drawers. There were a bunch of cork squares that have been sitting in a drawer for a while now. I decided to do up some DIY cork coasters that would be a perfect gift for any occasion. Something to keep handy when a gift is needed. These coasters will keep your desk or table dry and free of marks. I can’t guarantee a spill free day because accidents do … Continue reading →

Fall Jar Tea Light Holder – DIY Dollar Store Crafts

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When it comes to colours, Fall is my favourite colour. I love when the cooler weather arrives and the leaves start to change. It’s so beautiful to see that I wanted to bring more of the bright reds and oranges into my decor for the season. We love changing our decor with the seasons and holidays. This fall season I am going to make a Fall jar tea light holder. I have so many jars that I have collected from sauces, this is the perfect DIY project to use some … Continue reading →