Posts Tagged ‘christmas’

30
Dec
2014

DIY Framed Holiday Card Display

Written by: Grace
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There are a lot of things that/whom I love, but today’s post I am going to focus on just a few of the million: Holiday/Christmas cards, a bargain, and jute twine. When these three powers (things) combined, here comes Captain Planet DIY Frame Holiday Card Display. 

December is the month for mail correspondence, and if you don’t remember, I looovvvve some good ole fashioned correspondence.  I love all the beautiful pictures of my friends and their families, the fonts, the designs, etc. I just love it, and it is always nice to get something personal in the mail besides another Pottery Barn Catalog (don’t get me wrong, I love PB’s catalogs…). But what do you do once you open those gorgeous holiday/Christmas cards? 

I originally tried to use my Chicken Wire Frame, but that proved to be too small since I am soooooo popular and the cards kept rolling in. 

Luckily, I happened upon another favorite thing in Michael’s. I found a huge empty frame for $5 (marked down to $8. but I had coupons, holllllleerrrr), and because I have a bevvy of jute twine and upholstery webbing (because I looooove burlap, twine, etc. ) I quickly whipped up a solution. 

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So, ladies (and gents?), I bring you my DIY Framed Holiday Card Display.

DIY Christmas Card Display

 

Here’s what you’ll need for your DIY Framed Holiday Card Display:

- Large frame— You don’t need the glass, the board, etc. Just the frame. May I suggest

- Staples and a Staple Gun– If you don’t have one, run and get one.. I use that puppy for everything.

- Assorted twine/jute/burlap rope, ribbon, etc. (burlapfabric.com has the hook-up!) 

- Clothespins– assorted sizes, although, even those those super tiny ones are cute, they break on me left and right. 

Here’s what you’ll do for your DIY Framed Holiday Card Display:

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Lay out your lines. I alternated between webbing, burlap straps, and jute twine. I did make sure my lines were level, but because I left some give in my lines, the twine does droop a little once the cards are on it. I’m cool with that. If you are not, then staple securely, friends. 

 

Here’s the finished product. 

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Once you think it is socially appropriate to take down the holiday decor, this frame could function as a place to display artwork, pictures, etc. 

How do you display your Christmas/Holiday Cards? I am sure there are some brilliant and beautiful ideas out there! 

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08
Dec
2014

It’s Holiday Sweater Season

Written by: Rona

Tis the season for holiday sweaters. While some of my friends enjoy the ugly more traditional holiday sweaters, I personally prefer the modern subtle version of this throw back trend. I’ve rounded up some of my favorites to help spread holiday cheer.

ugly sweater

  1. H&M: cute with some light up necklaces
  2. Target: for those who are feeling crafty
  3. Target: looks like a sure winner of a sweater contest
  4. Urban Outfitters: Home Alone anyone (one of my fave Christmas movies)! Sold out online. Boo!
  5. Forever 21: can’t go wrong with Rudolph
  6. ModCloth: a dash of humor is sure to please
  7. H&M: cheery and festive
  8. Target: pretty sure I wore this outfit to my 5th grade holiday party

holiday sweater

  1. Gap: great option if you’re not into red and green, sold out online
  2. Old Navy: Fair Isle with a little whimsy, on sale now, also available in black
  3. Gap: love a little sparkle around the holidays
  4. Limited: love the crisp green
  5. Limited: a grown up version of the graphic sweater
  6. JCrew Factory (girls): love the oatmeal color and embellishments, 50% off now (I snagged this one)
  7. Anthro: cozy and classic, on my wish list this season
  8. H&M: easy pairing with other holiday colors (bought this on black Friday)
  9. Forever 21: adore this southwestern pattern

Hope these options are giving you some inspiration for your next holiday sweater party. Which one is your favorite? Tell us how you get into the holiday spirit.

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05
Dec
2014

Button Tree on Burlap

Written by: Grace

You know that saying, you are the company which you keep?

When it comes to my friends this is sooooo true. 

All my friends are gorgeous, smart, and kind, so, therefore, I must be, too. Natch. 

Not only are all my friends lovely, but they are also talented in so many ways. The best part is it is not at all competitive (and if you know me, I know this is hard to believe). Instead, I enjoy and celebrate the talents my friends possess because remember I am the company I keep, and you best believe I’m gonna try to emulate their crafts.  Yesterday, my sister-in-law Courtney (gorg, smart, and sweet, obvi) sent me a text of her latest craft. I absolutely adore it. I gushed over it, and decided to share it with you all. 

Best of all, it is a quick craft, it uses BURLAP (holler!), and it’s perfect for the holiday season. 

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Isn’t it darling?

While a tutorial probably isn’t necessary for this cute button tree on burlap, I’ll give you a quick run down of materials and directions. 

 

Here’s what you’ll need for the button tree on burlap:

- burlap (burlapfabric.com is my choice supplier of burlap because, yes, one has to have a choice supplier of burlap)

- Buttons

- a glue gun with glue sticks

- a frame— without the glass

 

Here’s what you’ll do:

- Cut the appropriate size of burlap for your frame.

- Adhere/secure the burlap onto the mdf backing of the frame

- Arrange and then glue the buttons. 

 

 

So quick, so easy, yet, so cute. You could adapt this craft for other winter shapes, such as a snowflake or even a wreath. Better yet, you may be able to think of additional designs for other seasons.

 

Thanks for sharing this one, Courtney. Now, excuse me while I whip up one of these button trees on burlap!

 

 

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