The festive season is upon us, and what better way to add a personal touch to your celebrations than with some delightful do-it-yourself projects? Whether you’re a seasoned DIY enthusiast or just dipping your toes into the world of crafting, our holiday DIY extravaganza is sure to spark your creativity and bring a unique flair to your festivities.

*Can buy materials at your local Michaels, Hobby Lobby & Dollar Tree 

Holiday Home Decor DIY 

Pine Cone Christmas Trees:

   Materials:

• Pine cones (small to medium-sized)
• Faux pearl beads (various sizes and colors, white and red recommended)
• Hot glue gun and glue sticks
• Wood round coaster base
• Green, white, gold, light pink acrylic paint
• Paintbrush
• Small decorative star or ornament for the tree topper
• Twine or ribbon (optional for additional decoration)

   Steps:

1. Prepare pine cones and paint them (optional).
2. Attach the pine cone to the wood base with hot glue.
3. Start at the top, add a bead with hot glue to create the “tree topper.”
4. Continue adding beads in rows, alternating white and green to mimic ornaments.
5. Fill in any gaps with extra beads.
6. Add twine or ribbon for additional decoration if desired.
7. Repeat the process with more pine cones.
8. Arrange the pine cone trees on the wood base.
9. Optionally, decorate the base further with paint or glitter.

Stamped Door Mat:

   Materials:

• Plain coir or welcome mat
• Stamps with holiday designs (e.g., snowflakes, reindeer, Christmas trees)
• Craft paint (holiday colors like red, green, gold, or silver)
• Paintbrush

   Steps:

10. Lay your coir mat flat on a protected surface.
11. Dip the stamp into the craft paint and press it firmly onto the mat. Make sure to space out the stamps evenly.
12. Allow the paint to dry completely.
13. Once dry, place the stamped door mat at your front entrance to welcome guests with holiday cheer.

Holiday Kid DIY 

Snow Globe Mason Jars:

   Materials:

• Mason jars
• Miniature holiday figurines (e.g., miniature trees, reindeer, snowmen)*checkout the Dollar Tree
• Fake snow or Epsom salt
• Clear craft glue
• Ribbon
• Hot glue gun (adult supervision required)

   Steps:

1. Apply clear craft glue to the base of the figurines and stick them to the inside of the Mason jar lids.
2. Fill the Mason jars with fake snow or Epsom salt.
3. Screw the lid with the figurine onto the Mason jar.
4. Tie a festive ribbon around the neck of the jar.
5. Your snow globe mason jars are ready to display on a mantel or as a table centerpiece.

Popsicle Stick Snowflakes:

   Materials:

• Popsicle sticks
• White paint
• Glitter (optional)
• Glue
• String or ribbon
• Buttons, beads, or sequins (for decorating)

   Steps:

1. Paint the popsicle sticks white and add a sprinkle of glitter while the paint is still wet (if desired).
2. Once the paint is dry, arrange the popsicle sticks in a snowflake shape and glue them together.
3. Decorate the center of the snowflake with buttons, beads, or sequins.
4. Attach a string or ribbon to the top of the snowflake for hanging.
5. Hang your popsicle stick snowflakes on your Christmas tree, in windows, or around the house for a festive touch.