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A tutorial about how to turn a normal glass bulb into a glittery Christmas ornament.
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Guatemalan Handmade Beaded Christmas Tree Ornament

• Handmade in Guatemala
• Quality Beaded Craftsmanship
• Ornament- sturdy construction
• Sales benefit the Indigenous People in one of the World’s poorest countries

These Christmas ornaments, keychains and personal accesories are hand made by skilled indigenous artisans within the interior of Guatemala. These skilled women create a variety of items using beads and woven fabrics. Many of the colors used indicate the geographic region of the Myan tribes within Guatemala.

Price: $ 9.75

Question by Pedro Xavier Ramirez: Do you send a thank you note for people who sent you handmade christmas cards?

Best answer:

Answer by kurleylovescheese
hell no

Know better? Leave your own answer in the comments!

Question by calliebear: Do You Like Handmade Christmas Cards?
If so, why do you send those boxed Christmas cards that your recipients throw away after the holidays are over?
you can find handmade christmas cards on eBay.
STEVE has been reported for harrassment.

Best answer:

Answer by DaRkViXeN
No and I dislike the boxed ones too! Go pick one out at the store.

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Dimensions Counted Cross Stitch, Christmas Village Ornaments

• Makes 6 ornaments
• We recommend an embroidery hoop for stitching these ornaments
• Also needed but not included: thick craft glue and quilt batting
• Finished Size: 6 – 3 .375-Inch by 5 .175-Inch
• Easy to follow instructions

Stitch this set of exquisitely detailed ornaments to add to your holiday decor or as a special, handmade gift for a dear friend or family member. The designs are stitched on 18 count ivory Aida with cotton thread. Kit includes fabric, thread, felt and gold metallic thread for finishing, and complete instructions for stitching and assembling your ornaments. Finished Size: 6 – 3 .375-Inch by 5 .175-Inch

List Price: $ 21.99

Price: $ 14.94

by alykat

Christmas Ornaments Are Always in Style

Each year, as the holidays approach, the temptation to buy Christmas ornaments can be overwhelming. Glimmering bulbs in hundreds of colors, styles and sizes can dazzle shoppers to the point of overindulgence. But too many styles and colors can easily turn a traditional tree into a holiday decorating hodgepodge. Better to shop for a singular style of Christmas decor.

The Many Styles of Christmas Ornaments
The design of holiday ornaments ranges from deeply religious icons all the way to irreverent and lowbrow depictions of Santa. Colors can be bright or muted, traditional or trendy. The largest holiday ornaments can overwhelm a tree, and easily outshine any smaller features. The important thing is to find a good balance.

Christmas ornaments that complement a single theme can give a tree that “put-together” look. As the eye moves across the display, individual decorations play off one another to convey the theme. The right style for a tree can be anything imaginable, it just depends on establishing a unique theme.

3 Creative Christmas Ornament Themes

1. Angels on High

Angels can find a welcome place in holiday decor, conveying a traditional view of Christmas. A tree filled with a glorious selection of feathered angels can be a beautiful expression of the season, but keep in mind; the style of angels can vary greatly. For the best visual effect, choose angels that are in a similar style, size and color. Finish the tree with an assortment of tiny bulbs in a shiny gold or silver to enhance the heavenly theme.

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2. Single Color Chic

A single-color theme makes a striking statement. Choose a single, distinct color of ornaments. Look for a good selection of decorations that match perfectly in color, and select three or more sizes of bulb-style ornaments. Distribute the largest bulbs at approximately equal distances around the tree first. Then place the next largest set of bulbs. Lastly, intersperse the tiniest of bulbs amongst the larger ones.

3. Santa’s Workshop

Convey the fun and excitement of Christmas Eve with a salute to Santa and his workshop. Look for cheerful trinkets that are in a complementary style, with similar color themes and designs. Find decorations that show all the steps in Santa’s holiday preparations. Choose a few elves, reindeer, and Mrs. Santa Clause too. Include a few more Christmas ornaments shaped liked cookies, candy, toys and presents. Finish the tree with white twinkle lights or go all out with multi-colored blinking lights.

Tips for Choosing Stylish Ornaments

1. Learn by Example

Holiday decor is often marketed and displayed according to style and design. Find inspiration from holiday displays shown in catalogs, websites and stores. It helps to find Christmas trimming that is coordinated to reflect a particular style.

2. Shop Early and Save

As the holiday approaches, the choice of knickknacks quickly depletes. Also, many stores offer up to 50 percent off Christmas decor the minute ornaments hit their shelves.

3. Shop Online

Christmas ornaments are sold online. The selection is vast and it is easy to compare prices. You can find all sorts of unique ornaments. You can even find handmade ornaments like these: http://www.etsy.com/shop/MyCraftsR4U?view_type=gallery.

For more information on Christmas ornaments, visit http://christmasstore101.co.

www.theDIYdish.com Join Kim and Kris from www.theDIYdish.com as they show you how to needle felt. Make a darling Christmas pillow with needlefelting. Season 2, Episode 7 will show you how easy it is – Plus, you’ll receive a free pattern download.

Glorious Christmas Ornaments: More Than 40 Handmade Treasures for Your Tree (Pat Richards Crafts Collection)

List Price: $ 24.95

Price: $ 21.37

uktv.co.uk Danielle Proud provides step by step video instructions to create these fabulous home made Christmas decorations. With this fashionable, crafty style selling for high prices on the high street, impress your family and friends with your artistic skill and get ready for the festive season.

by Kasaa

Ten Christmas Gifts Your Wife Will Love

Worried you can’t find a great gift that will fit your wife perfectly? Don’t worry, the list below will help you find just the right gift for the woman in your life.

Ring – Show your wife just how much you love her this Christmas by giving her a great everyday ring. Some women prefer to leave their wedding rings at home to preserve them for years to come. Give her a different ring to wear during the day that is still lovely and show stopping.

iPod Nano with Camera – It has the ability to make her dance and smile while even taking pictures. And as an added bonus it comes in pretty colors like purple, white, pink and green.

Novelty Jewellery – You can go with something with her favorite Disney character on it or you can go simple and even make something handmade just for her. Charm bracelets are also wonderful as a Christmas gift this year.

Digital Camera – You can give her a great digital camera that can capture every picture she takes this season. Don’t forget to buy a few extra memory cards to match.

Earrings – It’s a simple thing to buy that comes in a very tiny box. Go for something unique or stick with the simple look. Since the gift is small pair them with a very sweet romantic card.

Mini Laptop Computer – These are great for the one the go woman and allows her to always be able to work when she isn’t in the office.

Journal – You can pair a pretty leather handmade journal with a pretty personalized pen and she will love how much you care about her need to write.

Watch – So few people wear a watch but it really can be more useful than a simple bracelet. Look for something that can be worn very loosely. You don’t want to buy her a watch that is too tight.

Lingerie – Something sexy or even something simple like some really soft socks and a nice sleep shirt. You can also go with buying a nice gift card from lingerie stores.

Bath Products – You can go with a spa day or with a bath themed gift basket. Either one will make her smile.

As you can see from this list it’s not as hard as you think to find a great gift for your wife. And if all else falls grab a nice selection of gift cards instead.

Make a handmade leather journal with some simple supplies. Find out more about leather journal supplies with tips from a craft specialist in this free video about how to make journals. Expert: Lori Fox Bio: Lori Fox is a craft specialist. She has been making handmade journals for several years. Filmmaker: Louis Nathan
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