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This year, get creative and make your own festive decorations! There are so many ways to be creative and crafty with your holiday decor, and it can be a great way to save money and get into the holiday spirit.
One way to make your own decorations is to create paper snowflakes. This is a classic craft that is easy and fun for all ages. You can use construction paper, recycled paper, or even tissue paper. Once you have your materials, fold the paper in half several times and then cut out shapes. Once you have your desired shape, unfold the paper and voila! You have your very own handmade snowflake.
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Another fun idea is to make salt dough ornaments. This is a great activity to do with kids, and it results in some beautiful christmas ornaments that can be used year after year. To make salt dough, simply combine 1 cup of flour with 1/2 cup of salt and 1/2 cup of water. Mix together until the dough is firm but not too sticky. Then roll out the dough on a floured surface and use cookie cutters to cut out shapes. Once the shapes are cut out, place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake at 200 degrees for 2-3 hours. Once they are cooled, you can paint them however you like!
If you’re looking for something a little more unique, try making fairy lights! These are so easy to make and look absolutely gorgeous when they’re finished. All you need is some clear plastic cups, LED tea lights, hot glue, scissors, and string. Start by cutting a small hole in the bottom of each cup. Then insert an LED tea light into each cup and glue the opening shut. Next, use hot glue to attach each cup to a length of string. Hang up your fairy lights and enjoy their beauty!
Finally, if you really want to get into the holiday spirit, consider making a gingerbread house! This classic Christmas treat can be made from scratch or using a kit from the store. Either way, it’s sure to be a hit with family and friends. Making a gingerbread house is a great way to bond with loved ones and create some lasting memories (and delicious gingerbread).
So this holiday season, don’t stress about finding the perfect decorations – get creative and make your own! It’s cheaper, more fun, and will result in some truly unique decor that everyone will love.