Want to know how to make an easy but elegant folded German bell Christmas ornament out of wrapping paper? It's so simple, here's how.
A modern take on a Christmas classic—this papercut nativity scene wall hanging is easy to make and a beautiful addition to your holiday décor.
There are lots of things to do in London in winter, from ice skating to Christmas markets and walks. This guide reveals the best of winter in London.
'Tis the season to deck the halls, and we've found the best Christmas decorations for the job — from Santa mugs to twinkling lights!
If you'd like to celebrate an proper Edwardian-style Christmas, here are lots of ideas for you! Get inspired by these recipes, decor tips, vintage images and lots more.
Okay, this isn't a "new design". I actually made this last Christmas, but never had time to write a post about it during the holidays. The original idea was to create a kind of "shadow box" and add a nativity silhouette in the center, but on a whim I suspended a pretty ornament in the center, instead. Basically, this is a star made from rolled vintage book pages. I used an old pen to roll the pages all the same size, then secured each little roll with a smidgen of tacky glue. Next, I made a pattern for a five-pointed star, using this method. Then, a back was cut from scrap cardboard, and covered with book pages. The first course of paper tubes was glued to the edges of the back piece. This is how the back looks, from behind. The second course was layered on. To stabilize the courses, I added short pieces of rolled pages and rested each consecutive course atop the two pieces. It probably wasn't totally necessary to do it this way, but it made the star stronger, and kept the courses even. I just trimmed to the correct length as I went along. After about six or seven layers, I added a flat cardboard layer and covered it with vintage book pages. Then, I added the last several layers, creating a shadow box. This star would look great leaning on a mantel, topping a tree, or used horizontally as part of a holiday centerpiece. I think mine will go on the mantel at the beach house. To see some other types of stars made from vintage book pages, go here to see a tutorial for a woven star... ....or go here to see how to make a dimensional five-pointed star in any size! You might also like this post about creating card making kits. You might also like this post on how to use up and upcycle old notecards. If you enjoyed this post, please subscribe to House Revivals in the sidebar, so you won't miss the fun projects we have planned. Find us on Facebook, too, so you can catch all the "in between" stuff, and see what I'm working on throughout week on Instagram. Feel free to link today's project to your favorite social media sites. Thanks so much for stopping by! ~Amanda
Kids make this simple binocular craft with yarn and colored tape using recycled TP rolls.
Be inspired by these 25+ Beautiful handmade ornaments so that one can soon be made by you. Don't you just love pulling out the sweet handmade ornaments every year when you decorate your tree. They're such a timestamp of years gone by. Whether they're a gift from a friend or handmade by you or your kids, they just seem to be the most cherished ornaments on the tree. What better way to personalize your Christmas tree this year than by adding a few new handmade ornaments? Whether you make these for yourself or for a friend, they are sure to
Make these pinecone picture-frame ornaments for a fun DIY Christmas ornament. They're quick and easy to create, and great for the whole family.
This month it’s all about, erm, festive stuff. Unsurprisingly
Every year we make at least one new Christmas ornament and my goal is always that it be pretty, of course, but it must also be EASY. Christmas is not the time t…
The tradition of decorating for Christmas with garlands has been around for a long, long time. This way of filling out space in what may be an ordinary area of the home has been a way to bring nature indoors to celebrate the season. One of the best ways to brighten a space is to add some green to it
I've decorated my cottage for Christmas, simple and sweet with a nod to nature and lots of plaid. Come join me!
Share & Help Me GrowPlease welcome my friend, Kyndra, back to the blog. She always shares amazing advice for parents dealing with children who have sensory issues. Thank you, Kyndra, for helping people like me. We went to Target the other day. The holiday decorations were up, and the children were so mesmerized by the […]
I can't remember a single holiday season without this typical German cookie recipe. My Mom and my mother-in-law bake these cookies. As a child we helped bake them, and the fun part for us kids was always to "style" the cookies. I prefer them with any icing or decoration.
Last post before Christmas! That is pretty exciting. I joined an amazing group of bloggers for a Christmas Night tour. I think this is easily going to be my favorite tour yet. Have you ever been to a progressive dinner? Where you start appetizers at a neighbors house, drinks at the next and keep moving around to see all your neighbors homes and eat dinner in small bites along the way. End at dessert! Although there is no food on the tour...there are over 25 homes you can easily peep into. Easier than a Progressive Dinner. I hope you make it over to the blog today to see our home at night. And I just and I just want to say Merry Christmas to you! I honestly wish I could have you all over to our home to do this tour in person. Thank you for supporting my blog, what a gift you have given to me. xxxxx
If you've ever dreamed of sitting at the Gryffindor table, now's your chance.
I saw some book angels at a craft show years ago, and I filed the idea away in the back of my mind for a some day project. I thought it should be pretty easy to…
There are plenty of ways for you to maintain your home's exterior beauty. The cold season is an amazing excuse to turn your yard into the winter wonderland you’ve always dreamt of.
Christmas Charades is a fun family Christmas party game that kids and adults will love. Make some new memories with your family with Christmas charades!
Turn delicately spiced, iced biscuits into an edible Christmas decoration - a gorgeous gift to give to someone special over the festive season
A step-by-step tutorial to photograph Christmas tree lights and candlelight at night to capture your home and decor in the holidays.
Handmade Christmas Ornaments don't need to look cheap or homemade. Here are several beautiful Christmas ornaments to make using cardboard that would make pretty Christmas tree decorations and gift toppers. I got a request from Abigail asking for some Cardboard handmade Christmas ornaments and you know how I am to serve. {high fives} There are so many different ways to make Christmas ornament crafts especially using cardboard. So Abigail let me know if these are what you're looking for. I tried to get a variety of Handmade Christmas Ornaments like cardboard only, Christmas ornament crafts for kids, 3D, congregated, rolled, blinged
DIY Cinnamon Stick Stars!
Every year we make at least one new Christmas ornament and my goal is always that it be pretty, of course, but it must also be EASY. Christmas is not the time t…
Do you like to decorate your home for each season? I enjoy sprucing things up and putting out a few special decorations, but I really love involving my kids in the decorating. Kid-made decor is my favorite! Here is a project your older kids might enjoy trying – an origami starburst wreath. With some simple … Continued
Add a special homemade touch to your holiday DIY home decor with this nativity set free crochet pattern. Makes a great gift too!
This year, step away from the commercial chaos and embrace the comfort and nostalgia of a grandmacore Christmas. Grandmacore, a style based on warmth and a look to the past, isn't just a fleeting trend. And it's perfect for Christmas; a heartfelt return to the essentials that make the holidays special. Think old-fashioned holiday cookies
These are our favorite wedding after-party ideas. From decorations to food, here's how to make your wedding's after-party extra special.
Celebrate Christmas with a candlelight evening, decorations, and special events at the Biltmore in Asheville. Be a part of this year’s holiday traditions!
Looking for rustic DIY Christmas project ideas? In my latest exclusive video, I teach you how you can create a Christmas angel to watch over you this holiday season out of the pages of an old book. It’s surprisingly easy to make.
Learn how to make an Origami star garland for your Christmas decorations. Really simple to make, but so effective! Features a full video tutorial.
These Christmas Holiday Minute to Win It Games are guaranteed to be a hit at your holiday party. Be prepared for lots of laughs.
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What a beautiful preserved 18th-century home in London (Dennis Severs' House in Spitalfields) decorated festively and open for tours!
