DIY Christmas: indoor decor

Easy DIY Christmas Ornament Garland

"...DIY details on how to create a festive and beautiful garland made out of Christmas tree ornaments...

I love the simplicity and beauty of this ornament garland. It was so easy to make..."

Read more at torispelling.com

Paper Mache Mod Podge Christmas Letters

"...This year I decided to memorialize my favorite saying with paper mache and Mod Podge. I must say, I’m extremely happy with the results!

Want to knock out your own favorite saying in time to accompany the holiday decor explosion occurring in your home? You will need:..."

Find directions at Mom Spark

Christmas Plaques

"...There are endless possibilities for colors and scrapbook paper combinations, so have a ball with this one and try it out. These would make some very fun and inexpensive Christmas gifts..."

Spruce and Berry Filled Mason Jars

"...I made a split second decision to stop at the craft store on my way home and pick up supplies to decorate my mantle with cheerful berries & rustic spruce fronds stuffed in shabby-chic mason jars..."

Spray Painted Pinecones

These painted pinecones would make a simple, budget-friendly centerpiece.

"...All you need for this Christmas centerpiece are pine cones and spray paint. Gather pine cones from your yard or purchase inexpensive fake ones at a craft store..."

Pinecone Elves

Adorable!

"...these elf figurines are a joy to make. All you need are pinecones, pipe cleaners, and other simple supplies (no toy-making expertise necessary). Furthermore, the charming sprites have many applications. They can be used as decorations on a mantel, under a tree, or atop presents..."

Christmas Kusudama Ball

"...The Japanese kusudama is a paper ball made out of multiple identical origami shapes glued together. They were traditionally used as a ball for incense or potpourri but now we see them more for decoration or as a gift..."

Kusudama Tutorial part 1
Kusudama Tutorial part 2

Obviously you can use many different paper colors and designs to make your kusudama ball unique.

Christmas Glass Blocks

"...I have seen several people do glass block decorations, so I thought I would try my hand at them.

I absolutely love using glass blocks for Christmas since you can put Christmas lights in them and when you turn them on, they sparkle!

(Of course this can be done for any holiday or any reason; the applications are endless!)..."

Read more at simplydesigning.blogspot.com

Christmas Ornaments From Faux Pearl Necklaces

"...To make these ornaments, we took apart some faux pearl necklaces, re-strung the beads on dressmaker pins and then inserted the pins into polystyrene balls. These ornaments are easy to make, and they make great gifts..."

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