This is a cute and easy way to display your photos on the Christmas tree. I had a darling photo of my niece holding my granddaugher that I wanted to display. I just cut a circle from some cardstock with a Christmas design. Then I cut a smaller circle using a...
This is one of my favorite Christmas books. Simon and his mother are celebrating Christmas Eve in the cardboard house they built themselves. They don't have much but they still have the spirit of Christmas and offer to share the little they have with an old woman who...
You will need: Glue and scissors (a hot glue gun would make this project easier but it is not necessary) Any size empty can (be sure to remove the lid with a can opener that doesn't leave sharp edges) Quilt batting or white felt (enough to cover the can) Black felt...
This is a different kind of countdown chain because each time you take off a link you solve a math problem. You'll need: colored paper,scissors & glueTo assemble:Print out the links below on colored paper or paper with Christmas designs.Cut out the 24 links and ...
This is a fun and inexpensive way to show photos of your grandchildren on your fridge or any magnetic board. You will need lids from cans (any size will work - soup, vegetables, fruit, etc.), glue and magnets. Directions: 1. Remove the lid from the can, You will need...
This is a fun & easy decoration to make with your grandchildren or children. All you need is: Paint stirring stick, tongue depressor, black & white paint, buttons, googly eyes, fabric scraps (scarf), orange marker or felt (nose), black marker (mouth), ribbon...
This fragrant pomander ornament is great to do with an older grandchild. It's fun and easy to make and will keep the house smelling like Christmas. You'll need: Oranges or limes Whole cloves Cinnamon Ribbon Tape Plastic bag or container Directions: 1. Apply tape...
This is a fun alternative to the traditional popcorn and cranberry garland. You'll need: 1 package of rainbow licorice 1 package of gumdrops thin wire Directions: 1. Cut the wire the length you want your...
The women in my extended family have a great tradition. The first Saturday of December we get together at my home and have a pot luck lunch. Everyone 6 years and older is invited. We always do a service project for a local hospital and sometimes we make Christmas...
What a cute keepsake for you or your grandchildren, a handprint ornament. I got this idea from my grandson's kindergarten teacher. You'll need: Round Christmas ornament White acrylic paint Permanent markers (various colors) Large paper plate Directions: 1. Pour enough...