Do you have “small treasures” made by children and grandchildren that you’ve saved over the years?  Do these take on special significance for you?
 I’ve saved a number of these and find the memories joyful.  ONe is a pincushion my daughter made by herself and gave me as a surprise Christmas gift when she was about eight years old. Even though she’s grown with a daughter in college, I still use this and treasure it.
My daughter has Christmas ornaments her son and daughter made in art class in elementary school.  Each year she puts them out for display.
There are other items …read more

By Guest Blogger Kathy Zengolewicz
I have been crafting for some years now and I’d like to share some of the things that I’ve made over the years. I love to give home made gifts to people at Christmas, but my crafting projects are great all year. If you’re interested in taking some unique ideas and turning them into a finished craft like me, follow me on this blog. I will have a new and exciting project every week for you to try. Please leave comments before and after you try you hand at my crafty ideas. If …read more

Do you like handmade items? If so, you’ll want to browse through all the fabulous pieces on ArtFire’s new Christmas in July page. Wondering why you’d want to go handmade for Christmas this year? Well, you’ll be giving a unique gift, you can choose to buy American, Canadian, etc. and you can look for artisans who make lead free, non-toxic items.
More of a DIYer? No problem. Head to Handmade News to find out how to make snow globes or check out the many handmade gift ideas that the many talented folks right here at Blisstree have posted, like Chloe’s embroidered …read more

Technique Tuesday!

The iWreath
It may be getting a bit late to launch into major gift projects at this point, but really, if it’s for someone you love, it’s never too late to start! Here are some projects from our archives, some that are very quick and easy, some that will take a bit more time. Hopefully all will inspire!
15 Minute snowglobes
Making books with children
Teacup candles
Free paper toys
Ric-rac roses
Vinyl wall art (for your teen?)
An adorable little gift tag
Quick and easy holiday ornaments
Pinecone ornaments
Fabric heart ornaments
Wrapping paper decorations
Love letters book
Making a mobile of your travels
Make an iWreath
Decoupaged ornaments
Twelve days of Christmas …read more

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