Love the look and feel of yarn but don’t have the patience or budget for knitting? Don’t despair! Make a gorgeous yarn bracelet. You only need a few feet of yarn and something to wrap it around. Step 1: Choose a small amount of yarn. I’ve selected a worsted weight yarn that has been hand…
Wax Paper Transfer Craft
Store-bought home decor can be pretty expensive – so why not make your own? With this wax paper transfer craft not only can you save a bit of money, but you can personalize it and make it say anything you want instead of being limited by the few options a store gives you. The possibilities…
Upcycled No-Sew Doggy Sweater
For all you pet lovers who want a cozy dog sweater without the expense, try this nearly-free version that requires no sewing. We went with a Christmas theme, but you can use any sort of design or pattern that your heart desires. Step 1: Visit your local thrift store and select a fleece infant sized…
Toilet Paper Roll Santa
Make your own “elf” for your very own shelf… There’s a very popular elf looking in on kids these days, but there’s no need to pay for an expensive elf when you can lovingly make your own with materials you probably have around the house. Step 1: Wrap a piece of red felt around a…
Cardboard Tube Skeleton
Here’s a not so scary skeleton for the little ones. You will need 13 toilet paper tubes and 3 paper towel tubes, so start saving! Step 1: I find it is easiest to paint all the tubes first. I used white tempera but acrylic or spray paint would also work. Step 2: You will need…
Magical Mystery Present
Make a gorgeous light up present to cheer up your tree until Santa arrives with everything else. After the holidays, use this lovely craft as a bookend or nightlight. Step 1: Begin with a glass block from your local building supply store. They all sell them in a variety of sizes. Step 2: Drill a…
Cardboard Tube Gift Card Holder
Gift cards are a great gift, but they never have much pizzazz on their own. Make this little holder to show how much you care and give your gift a special touch. These are fun to make and easy to personalize. Did I say free too? That way you get to put all of your…
