It’s the day before Christmas and all through the house you’re probably prepping food, wrapping presents, and enjoying time with family and friends. If you’re in need of a project to occupy your kids as they await with anticipation for Santa, have then make these Tissue Paper and Yarn Trees. Cathie and Steve designed this project using Mod Podge and Styrofoam. This is a project they are sure to enjoy, and one that will keep their little hands busy this Christmas eve.

PLAID Supplies ·       Mod Podge ® Gloss, 8 oz. ·       Mod Podge ® Glitter - Hologram Gold, 8 oz.

Other Supplies

3 Styrofoam trees – different sizes
Scissors
Tissue paper – pink; pale green and turquoise
Yarn – raspberry; olive dark turquoise
Wax paper

Instructions

1.    Cut the tissue paper into small random shaped squares. Apply the squares to the Styrofoam tree with Mod Podge. Topcoat with a layer of Mod Podge. Add additional layers of tissue. Allow for dry time between layers.

2.    Cut the yarn into 3 to 5 feet long pieces. (Use more yarn for a fuller wrap and less yarn for an open look.) Pool some Mod Podge Glitter onto a piece of wax paper. Saturate the yarn in the Mod Podge Glitter. Wrap the wet yarn around the cones. Allow to dry.

If you’re like many of us here at Plaid you are just now beginning to wrap all your holiday gifts. For some reason wrapping gifts is always one of those last minute holiday tasks to do. While some people let professionals wrap their presents, why not try letting your kids help put their own spin on wrapping gifts. Check out this Mod Podge creative gift wrap that is perfect for kids to create. We found this project over on the popular blog, Mod Podge Rocks. The inspiration for this project came from fingerprint projects. To learn how to make this gift wrap with your kids click here.

Did you know a wreath can come in other shapes besides a circle? Try something different this holiday season by creating a unique rectangle snowman "wreath" for your door. Kindra Boroff designed this adorable craft using FolkArt Outdoor paints. This is a beginner level project that is fine for all crafters to make. Use this wreath on any door in your home to add some extra holiday cheer. Below are all the supplies you will need. To find the complete instructions for this project click here.  

PLAID Supplies ·       FolkArt ® Outdoor™ Acrylic Colors - Brush On - Engine Red, 2 oz. ·       FolkArt ® Outdoor™ Acrylic Colors - Brush On - Pure Orange, 2 oz. ·       FolkArt ® Outdoor™ Acrylic Colors - Brush On - Fresh Foliage, 2 oz. ·       FolkArt ® Outdoor™ Acrylic Colors - Brush On - Calypso Sky, 2 oz. ·       FolkArt ® Outdoor™ Acrylic Colors - Brush On - Licorice, 2 oz. ·       FolkArt ® Outdoor™ Acrylic Colors - Metallic - Pure Gold, 2 oz. ·       FolkArt ® Outdoor™ Acrylic Colors - Brush On - Warm White, 2 oz.

Other Supplies

3 unfinished wood snowflakes
6 ½” plywood circle
Large plywood circle
11 x 14 unfinished wood frame
Faux evergreen branches
Wire hanger
Old sweater or felt
Hot glue
Pinking shears
#1 Script liner
1” flat brush
Stencil brush
Sandpaper
2 small tree branches

Christmas is less than a week away and we are sure you’re very busy getting last minute holiday prepping done, but don’t be so busy you forget to craft. Today we wanted to share with you a wonderful and adorable kids craft project created using Apple Barrel paints. Laura Bray from Laura Bray Designs made these delightful Toyland Soldiers. How cute are they? This is a great project for your little ones to help make. Once finished place these little soldiers around your home. To see all the materials needed along with their instructions click here.

By Candie Cooper - To see more projects from Candie visit her blog Candie Cooper's Journal

Rawr! These mighty dinos are ready to decorate the tree!

 

Gather your favorite paints, brushes, Mod Podge and embellishments along with some plain dinosaur ornaments.  I found these dinos at the dollar store--10 for $1.  Decorate them with your favorite techniques.  Some ideas are sponge painting, Mod Podged paper with gems, and a coat or two of Extreme Glitter.  Use Podge to attach a wiggle eye.  A scrap of ribbon or old sweater cut into strips makes a great scarf.

 

Don't forget your name and date on the back.  That's always fun to see year after year.

 

Bakers twine fits neatly through the hole so you can hang it up.  Maybe I should rename this post to "dazzling dinos!"

With the kids getting out of school for the winter break shortly you are going to need something to help keep them occupied. Craft projects are the just the thing you will need, and lots of them. Kindra Boroff designed the perfect project for your little ones to help create. This project was made using several supplies including Apple Barrel paints. The snowman within the globe was made with fingerprints. This is a project your kids will love making.

 

 

PLAID Supplies

·       Apple Barrel ® Colors - White, 2 oz.

·       Apple Barrel ® Colors - Black, 2 oz.

·       Apple Barrel ® Colors - Pumpkin Orange, 2 oz.

 

Other Supplies

 

Mason jar
Aqua plaid scrapbook paper
Lime green stripe cardstock
Clear packing tape
Iridescent glitter
Scissors

Instructions

1.    Cut two 4 ½”x 1 ½” pieces of aqua paper. Cut two pieces the same size of lime green striped paper.

2.    Paint your child’s thumb with White and press on the aqua paper, repeating two more times to create a snowman.

3.    Using the end of a paintbrush and Black add snowman eyes and buttons. Paint the nose with Pumpkin Orange.

4.    With a piece of tape attach the two pieces of paper together. Cut the paper to the shape of the snowman.

5.    Repeat with the green paper but cut the tree shape.

6.    Laminate with the packing tape. Cut a piece of packing tape longer then the paper. Put the snowman paper on the sticky side of the tape. Cut another piece of tape the same size as the first piece of tape and place over the snowman pressing down the edges. Trim the packing tape leaving an edge of tape. Repeat the same with the tree.

7.    Attach the tree and the snowman to the lid of the Mason jar. Make sure you do not get tape on the seal around the rim of the lid.

8.    Fill the jar with water and add the glitter.

9.    Put the lid with the snowman and tree on the jar and tighten the lid. Turn upside down.

Happy Friday! Another workweek is ending and that means we are getting even closer to Christmas. With only a few more days left use your weekend wisely and craft something for the season. If you’re looking for a quick and easy craft project try this cute Christmas craft. We discovered this tree on the blog Shannon Makes Stuff. To create this you will need some paint, wooden blocks, and Mod Podge. This is a perfect project for family and friends to make together. Click here to see all the materials you will need, and the step-by-step instructions. 

Personalized ornaments are treasured for years. Normally on specialized ornaments it common to find pictures of kids and other family members, but don’t forget your four legged family members. Include them on an ornament this year. Chris Myer Williams designed this holiday photo transfer project. With Mod Podge Photo Transfer Medium and photocopies, you can capture several special moments that can be enjoyed for years to come! To make this project for your pet, see all the materials below along with the instructions.

PLAID Supplies

·       Mod Podge ® Gloss, 8 oz.

·       Mod Podge ® Photo Transfer Medium, 2 oz.

Other Supplies

4” Glass ball ornament
Assorted dog themed scrapbook papers
Photocopies of pet photograph
Ribbon
Twine
Brush basin or container for water
Scissors
Small flat brush
Paper towels
Hot glue
Waxed paper
1 1” Button

 

Instructions

 

1. Cut dog themed scrapbook paper into ½” strips.

2. Working with one strip at a time, moisten strip with water.  Apply Mod Podge to backside of strip and apply to glass ornament wrapping around shape.  Allow to dry.  Continue adding strips leaving small margins of glass to show.  If desired, cut heart shapes from additional scrapbook paper and apply over Mod Podged’ strips.  Allow to dry.

3. To create a photo transfer decal:  Place your photo copy on a sheet of waxed paper.  Apply a generous amount of Photo Transfer Medium to front of photo copy and allow to dry for 24 hours.

4. Flip the photo transfer over and begin removing the layers of paper by moistening the back and lightly rubbing over the backside of the photo copy.  Continue removing paper until you no long see white paper fibers.  Allow to dry.  You now have a decal which can be applied to the front of the Mod Podged’ glass ornament.

5. Embellish with twisted twine which is hot glued around the photo transfer decal.

6. Add Ribbon and twine bows and a button to the ornament top!

7. Enjoy on your tree or give to loved ones!

 

Do your kids love gingerbread men? If so they are going to love this adorable craft project. Have them get in the spirit of the holidays by creating this Mod Podge Gingerbread Man Wreath. We discovered this easy to make project on the blog Radmegan. Megan used several Plaid products to design this wreath including Mod Podge and FolkArt paints. Since this project has a few steps to it, it is perfect for a family to create together. Maybe this weekend you can make some gingerbread cookies and this gingerbread man wreath. To learn how Megan made this project click here. 

By Candie Cooper – To see more crafts from Candie check out her blog Candie Cooper’s Journal

 

Sleigh bells are ringing and the glitter is flying on my worktable!  I love, love, love to make Christmas ornaments. This summer I purchased huge jars of retro chunky glitter from a florist that was closing up shop. I've waited 6 months to dust this stuff over some Mod Podge and the day is finally here.  

 

Base coat a wood ornament of your choice in desired paint color--I like to use the same color of glitter as paint so everything blends together. Leave the paint to dry.

 

Paint a layer of Mod Podge onto the ornament (I use a pretty thick coat). While the Mod Podge is wet, dust glitter onto surface. This technique works with fine or chunky glitter. Shake off ornament and dump remaining glitter back into the jar.

 

Thread a ribbon through the hole on the ornament and tie in a knot. Also, you can hot glue embellishments like these chip board shapes onto the ornament to add a little zing. Fill the frame with a picture and decorate away!

Welcome back from the weekend. Did you get some crafting done? We sure hope so, but in case you didn’t we have a jammed packed holiday post to share with you today. Kindra Boroff, a very talented designer, created three amazing and simple to make ornaments. The best thing about these ornaments is that you can create them with your fingerprints. She made a snowy Christmas tree ornament, reindeer polka dot ornament, and a Christmas light strand ornament. To learn how to make one or all three see below for a list of supplies, along with their instructions.

 

Snowy Christmas Tree Ornament

 

Plaid Supplies

 

FolkArt Acrylic Paint-938 Licorice, 661 Metallic Black Sequin, 901 Wicker White, 660 Metallic Pure Gold

 

Other Supplies

 

Glass ball ornament, Green satin ribbon, Green rhinestones, Red rhinestones, Clear rhinestones, Hot glue

 

Instructions

 

1.    Basecoat the ornament with Licorice. Allow to dry. Follow with a few coats of Metallic Black Sequin.

2.    Using your fingerprints and Wicker White create Christmas trees. Start with four fingerprints on the bottom row and add one less on each row.

3.    Using a dry brush or toothbrush, lightly splatter Wicker White to the ornament to create a snowy look.

4.    Paint the star with Pure Gold.

5.    Hot glue the rhinestones to the Christmas trees. Tie the green bow to the top.

 

Reindeer Polka Dot Ornament

 

Plaid Supplies

 

FolkArt Metallic Paint-671 Metallic Peridot, 664 Metallic Copper

FolkArt Acrylic Paint-2578 New Leaf Green, 938 Licorice, 901 Wicker White

 

Other Supplies

 

Glass ball ornament, Green satin ribbon, Glitter, Red Rhinestone, Hot Glue, Gloss sealer

 

Instructions

 

1.    Basecoat the ornament with New Leaf Green.

2.    Using the end of the paintbrush and Peridot add polka dots to the ornament and sprinkle with glitter.

3.    Using your thumb press the nose of the reindeer in Copper. Using your finger press the head of the reindeer with Copper.

4.    With the end of the paintbrush, add two Wicker White dots for the eyes.

5.    With Licorice, paint the antlers, smile and dot in the eyes.

6.    Seal the ornament with gloss sealer. Hot glue the rhinestone nose.

 

Christmas Light Strand Ornament

 

Plaid Supplies

 

FolkArt Acrylic Paint- 651 Metallic Blue Topaz, 437 Lipstick Red, 227 Bright Green, 524 Calypso Sky, 2550 Daffodil Yellow, 938 Licorice

 

Other Supplies

 

Glass ball ornament, Green Satin Ribbon, Hot glue, Black rickrack

 

Instructions

 

1.    Basecoat the ornament with Metallic Blue Topaz.

2.    Using your finger, press the colors listed above around the ornament.

3.    Hot glue the rickrack to the middle of the ornament as shown.

4.    With Licorice add the light bulb details.

5.    Tie the green ribbon in bow on the top of the ornament.

Happy Friday crafters! We have made it through the workweek, and now it’s time to get excited for the weekend. Every weekend from now till Christmas is sure to be a busy one for many people. There are gifts to buy, people to see, and parties to attend. Even with all this going on you still need to make time to craft with your kids and we have the perfect project. Make this Poinsettia Headband with your little girl. We found this adorable project on the blog Moneywise Moms. Gina designed this project using Mod Podge, dimensional magic, and FolkArt paints. Click here to learn how you can make this project.

Welcome back from a long holiday weekend. We hope you enjoyed some time off with family and friends. Now that Thanksgiving is over, it is officially time to countdown to Christmas. This is the perfect time of year to have your kids get crafting, and we have just the project they can help create. Make this deer clay pot family using FolkArt Acrylic Paint and Mod Podge. Kindra Boroff designed this adorable project. It is a great beginner craft that will only take up to one hour to complete.

 

Plaid Supplies

FolkArt Acrylic Paints: 940 Coffee Bean, 901 Wicker White, 938 Licorice

Mod Podge - CS12948 8oz, Antique

Plaid Brush Set-50536 Taklon & Natural Brush Set

Other Supplies

8” clay pot, 6” clay pot, 4” clay pot, Red & white hounds tooth paper, Red& white polka dot paper, Multi polka dot paper, .79 gold jingle bells, Brown felt, Dark brown adhesive felt, Large red pom pom, Medium black pom pom, Small black pom pom, 7/8” Red satin ribbon, Hole punch, Scissors, Hot glue, White thread, Red chenille stems.

Instructions

1.     Basecoat the clay pots with Coffee Bean.

2.     Using the templates, cut the front and backs of each antler out of the scrapbook paper.

3.     Using Antique Mod Podge, adhere the front and backs of the antlers together. Apply a few top coats on each side.

4.     With Wicker White, paint the eyes on the pot as shown. When the paint is dry, paint the Licorice section of the eye. Using the end of a brush handle and Wicker White, add the dots to the eyes.

5.     With the script liner and Licorice, paint the eyelashes to the girl deer.

6.     Cut the felt ears and the dark brown felt using the templates.

7.     Punch holes in the antlers and tie the jingle bells to the antlers with white thread.

8.     Hot glue the red chenille stems to the back of the antlers for more support.

9.     Hot glue the antlers to the clay pot as shown. Follow with the felt ears.

10.  Hot glue the pom poms to the clay pots. Hot glue the red bow to the girl deer.

11.  Using the hole punch and the dark brown adhesive felt add freckles to the baby deer and the beauty mark to the girl deer.

Click here to see the antler template that goes along with this project.

 

This post finds me in the holiday spirit for sure!  I teach kids classes all the time.  One of my most requested classes is jewelry making.  Do you blame them?  Jewelry is so fun and Plaid's Holiday Glitz line is all about fun and festive.  Here are a few ideas for making easy jewelry with kids (and as usual, Mom's I think you'll want to make some too).

 

 

Pick out a few cards of Holiday Glitz!  Here are some of my favorites.  You will also need some special jewelry making pliers: round nose, chain nose, and wire cutters.  Grab some ball chain necklaces, head pins and jump rings too.

 

 

Open the eye pin and attach the Santa charm.  String some beads onto the eye pin.  An easy way for kids to make a dangle is to use round nose pliers and roll the end of the wire down to the bead (so it looks like a key chain ring).  You will get fun little loops and spirals this way and it makes it hard for the charm to escape the jump ring.

If you are new to jewelry making, check out the link at the end of this post for a jewelry making video with yours truly!

 

 

Open a jump ring and attach the Santa dangle to a ball chain.  Instant necklace!  Make one for all your pals!

 

 

The sparkly droplets come with jump rings so they can be strung directly onto a chain or ribbon.  So pretty!

 

 

Now the party is really going!  Back to making dangles and charms--you can attach some metal charms to eye pins with beads and put them in between the dangles like this with jump rings.

 

 

A very charming necklace!

 

 

Here's an extra fast idea to use up some spare parts.  You will need earring findings and jump rings.  Open the jump ring and hang the droplet charms.  Before closing the jump ring, attach the earring finding.

 

 

Hang a candy cane charm for a peppermint party look!  I bought a pack of real candy canes and have been stirring my hot cocoa with them---always a good after jewelry making treat!  
 
 
If you are new to making jewelry, check out this video for some basic tips!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tremClpk2qw

It's Thursday and the week is drawing to a close. Perhaps you would like to get some ideas of holiday crafts to make with your kids over the weekend? Try making this adorable and simple Wooden Angel. This angel was designed by, Jane Chandler. To learn how to create this holiday craft see the supplies and instructions below.

PLAID Supplies

·       FolkArt ® Metallics - Rose, 2 oz.

·       FolkArt ® Metallics - Antique Gold, 2 oz.

·       FolkArt ® Metallics - Pearl White, 2 oz.

·       FolkArt ® Metallics - Blue Pearl, 2 oz.

Other Supplies
2 small wooden circles medium wooden circle small wooden oval 2 XL teardrops 3” rounded star 2” x 3” rectangle ½” traditional heart 14” gold gift wrap cord Twisted silver/gold cord Curly doll hair Foam plate for paints 1/2” brush 1/4”flat brush Small round brush Ruler Scissors Black ultra fine point permanent marker Low temp glue gun

 

Instructions

1. Mix one part Rose with two parts Pearl White. Use mixture to paint all circle shapes; let dry.
2. Use Rose to paint heart shape and circles for cheeks on large circle; let dry.
3. Use large flat brush and Blue Pearl to paint rectangle shape. Use end of paint brush handle dipped in Blue Pearl to paint dots for eyes on large circle; let dry.
4. Use Pearl White to paint star shape; let dry.
5. Use Antique Gold to paint oval and teardrop shapes; let dry.
6. Refer to photo for placement and use ¼” flat brush and Antique Gold to paint stripe across star for sash; let dry.
7. Referring to photo for placement, glue lower two points of star over one end of rectangle.
8. For wings, glue rounded ends of teardrop shapes to back of upper star.
9. For face, glue large circle over upper center tip of star.
10. For halo, glue oval over top edge of circle, securing at back with extra glue.
11. For hands, glue small circles over middle star tips.
12. Refer to photo for placement, and glue heart on star.
13. Cut an 8” piece from cord. Fold in half to form loop for ornament hanger and glue ends to back of star/head.
14. Wrap and glue remaining piece of cord over center of sash stripe, with ends of cord meeting at back center; trim ends as necessary and secure well with glue.
15. Use marker to add dashed line for heart garland between hands, mouth on angel face, and personalization at lower front.
16. Cut doll hair to desired length and glue center of length to back of halo/head to hold in place. To hold hair in position, add small amount of glue over wing and at back of hands.

 

 

Here is an adorable and very cute ornament, your kids are going to love to create. This ornament was created by one of our talented designers, Julie Lewis. I love how cute this happy snowman ornament is. It is so unique, and just puts a smile on your face. In case you are looking for more fun Christmas projects to create with your kids, click here.

 

PLAID Supplies

·       FolkArt ® Extreme Glitter™ - Black, 2 oz.

·       FolkArt ® Texture Paint - White, 4 oz.

·       FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - Sky Blue, 2 oz.

·       FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - Lime Yellow, 2 oz.

·       FolkArt ® Artists Pigments™ - Pure Black, 2 oz.

·       FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - Soft Apple, 2 oz.

·       FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - Glazed Carrots, 2 oz.

·       FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - Wicker White, 2 oz.

·       FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - Bayberry, 2 oz.

Other Supplies
Paper mache ornament
2mm black foam sheet
3/16” wood dowel
2 – ½” wood beads
¼” & 1/8” hole punches
3/8” black and white polka dot ribbon
¼” & ½” flat brush
#1 liner brush
Black floss
Needle
Ultra fine black marker
White craft glue
Scissors
Craft knife and blades or pencil sharpener
Transfer paper
Ruler
Palette knife

Instructions

1. Transfer hat pattern to black foam and cut out. Apply several coats of Black Extreme Glitter with flat brush. When dry, stitch together two ends of hat with floss to create tube. Put one edge of hat inside circle of brim and glue. Finish with polka dot ribbon band.
2. Base-coat wood beads and top and bottom sections of ornament Wicker White. Refer to photo for rest of color placement.
3. Cut 1” of wood dowel and sharpen end either in pencil sharpener or with craft knife to create carrot nose. Paint Glazed Carrots and apply black lines with marker.
4. Create a hole in top part of ornament large enough for flat end of dowel "nose". Insert and secure with white craft glue.
5. Cut 2 1 ½” sections of wood dowel. Sharpen one end of both. Paint as shown.
6. Use a palette knife or brush to apply texture paint to snow areas: wood beads, top and bottom parts of ornament.
7. Glue bead to ends of dowel "arms”. Create holes in sides of body, insert arms and secure with white craft glue.
8. From the black foam punch out two 1/8” dots using larger hole punch (for eyes) and seven dots with smaller punch (for mouth). Using opposite end of brush, apply white dots to eyes, then two smaller black dots as shown. Glue to face.
9. Create hanger with black floss and needle. Attach to hat and glue hat onto head.
10. Paint snowflake to front of ornament and apply orange dots with opposite end of brush.

 

Check out this great kid friendly Christmas project. Isn’t the snowman and reindeer so cute? This is a perfect project to create on a cold winter’s day. Grab your craft supplies, and get ready to have some fun. See how to make this project by following the steps below.

 

PLAID Supplies

·       Apple Barrel ® Colors - Pool Blue, 2 oz.

·       Apple Barrel ® Colors - Pink Parfait, 2 oz.

·       Apple Barrel ® Colors - Bright Red, 2 oz.

·       Apple Barrel ® Colors - White, 2 oz.

·       Apple Barrel ® Colors - Black, 2 oz.

·       Apple Barrel ® Colors - Nutmeg Brown, 2 oz.

·       Apple Barrel ® Colors - Leaf Green, 2 oz.

·       Apple Barrel ® Colors - Pewter Grey, 2 oz.

·       Apple Barrel ® Colors - Pumpkin Orange, 2 oz.

 

Other Supplies

6” Terracotta pots
4”-4x4 wood posts
2” Pieces of landscape timber
White chenille stem
Electric blue yarn
Small wood circles
Felt scraps
White thread
Hot glue
Ice glitter
Small sticks
Spray sealer
Sandpaper
Adhesive brown felt

Instructions

Snowman:
1. Hot Glue the wood block to the bottom of the pot.

2. Base-coat the clay pot and the wood block with Pewter Grey. Base-coat same pot and block with White. When they are dry lightly sand to create a distressed look.

3. Paint the two wood blocks with Pool Blue. When they are dry, hot glue the yarn to them as shown. Hot glue the chenille stems to the tops of the yarn wrapped wood blocks. Wrap the yarn around the stems adding a few hot glue dots to secure the yarn.

4. Paint the wood circles Black and add White dots to create the look of buttons.

5. Paint the bottom of the pot Bright Red. Add White dots and sprinkle glitter on the dots before the paint dries.

6. Paint the sticks White. Add Pool Blue stripes and Bright Red polka dots. Lightly spray the arms with sealer and sprinkle with glitter.

7. Stitch the felt scraps with the white thread and add yarn to the ends.

8. Paint the eyes Black and the carrot nose Pumpkin Orange.

9. Hot glue the earmuffs, scarf, arms, and buttons to the snowman.


Reindeer:
1. Hot Glue the wood block to the bottom of the pot.

2. Base-coat the clay pot and the wood block with Black. Base-coat same pot and block with Nutmeg Brown. When they are dry lightly sand to create a distressed look.

3. Paint the wood block with Black and then Nutmeg Brown. When they are dry, hot glue to the face of the reindeer as shown.

4. Paint the wood circle Bright Red and add White dots.

5. Paint the bottom of the pot Bright Red. Add White dots and sprinkle glitter on the dots before the paint dries.

6. Paint the sticks White. Add Pool Blue, Bright Red, Pink Parfait and Leaf Green stripes. Lightly spray the arms with sealer and sprinkle with glitter. Hot glue to the head as shown.

7. Stick two pieces of felt together and cut into the shape of an ear. Hot glue to the top of the head

8. Paint the eyes and mouth with Black.

 

Looking for a beginner level Christmas craft to make? Well your in luck. Try this simple and festive project. Jingle all the way across your mantle or doorway with this festive, glittery garland. This project was designed by one of our designers, Julie Lewis.

PLAID Supplies

·       FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - Bright Green, 2 oz.

·       FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - Citrus Green, 2 oz.

·       FolkArt ® Extreme Glitter™ - Peridot, 2 oz.

·       FolkArt ® Extreme Glitter™ - Tourquoise, 2 oz.

·       FolkArt ® Extreme Glitter™ - Red, 2 oz.

·       FolkArt ® Extreme Glitter™ - Emerald, 2 oz.

·       FolkArt ® Extreme Glitter™ - Hologram, 2 oz.

·       FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - Engine Red, 2 oz.

·       FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - Cayman Blue, 2 oz.

·       FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - Hot Pink, 2 oz.

·       FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - Wicker White, 2 oz.

 

Other Supplies

Plastic ornament, Wood alphabets Value Pack, Acrylic Gems, Creatology™ Jingle Bells, Scissors, Hot glue gun, Craft glue, Poster board, 2mm White foam sheets, 1/8” Holiday ribbon – green with white dots

Instructions

1. Base-coat letters and approximately three inch squares on poster board in paint colors shown.

2. Apply several coats of coordinating Extreme Glitter paint to letters and poster board. Use Hologram on both white and pink.

3. Trace circles onto poster board using half an ornament as template. Cut out circles a little smaller than trace line.

4. Glue letters to circles referring to photo for color placement. Then glue circles to pieces of white foam sheets leaving enough room between circles to cut.

5. Cut around circles using pinking shears.

6. Attach ornament halves to letter pieces.

7. Lay letters out in order for placement. Cut a piece of ribbon longer than your letters.

8. String small jingle bells onto ribbon. Using hot glue gun, attach ornaments to ribbon from the hanger.

9. Glue rhinestone gems to tops of ornament hangers.

10. Tie bows from ribbon and attach with glue between word groups.

 

All across the country, there has been record-breaking cold weather-blizzards, snow storms and general chilliness. So with schools generally closed for the holidays or inclimate weather, now's a great time to break some fun winter ready crafts. We love these simple-to-make paint stick snowmen made by Crafts by Amanda. Check out her full post here.

December is counting down and it is getting closer to Christmas! As the big day approaches and the kids go on Christmas break, keep them busy with easy crafts that don't take a lot of time, but are fun to do and easy to clean up after. Check out this adorable Santa Claus project from About Kids Crafts, made with Acrylic paint and popsicle sticks! See it here!

 

Looking for ideas for the great unfinished ornaments and wood you've found at the craft store. make it snow with a bit of texture paint. 
This is a great project for your child's class or even on a snow day home from school.

       

 

I love penguins, next to fuzzy white polar bears, they are definitely my favorite holiday critters. That's why this penguin frame is so cute. Kids can make these for gifts for teachers, grandparents and friends.

       

 

This is the first of a whole bunch of ornaments we will be featuring for the holidays! Make sure you also check out the ornament party on www.Plaidonline.com!

       

 

Check out Inspire Me Crafts Christmas ornaments.

Be inpired by these fun Advent Calendars. Advent Calendars make great craft projects for kids
to make, plus they offer a special treat for the days counting down to Christmas. Here are some of our favorites.

 

Advent Origami Cups by Kids Crafts Weekly

Pretty In Pink 
Paper crafted calendar.

 

Deborah Kent's Class 
Santa Claus beard calendars

Crafty Craft Gal 
Scrappy fun!

      

Make simple ornaments with beautiful Gallery Glass!

      

Create a "snowy finish" to your Christmas projects with white Texture Paint!

      

Make this cute reindeer for Christmas using new Folk Art Texture paint. All you'll need is a two small flower pots, some embellishments and paint!