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Doesn't this ornament remind you of stained glass or blown glass? It's just a plastic ornament with alcohol inks inside. If you haven't tried alcohol inks yet and you like this look you have to try it. They are incredibly easy to use (though messy) and the results are so fabulous. Make some for gifts, or gift toppers and some for your own tree. ⠀
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https://hearthandvine.com/alcohol-ink-ornaments/ #ornaments #christmasdecor #handmadegifts #alcoholinks #alcoholinkornaments #handmadeornaments #easycrafts
You can make these adorable gnome bottle toppers in minutes and they are perfect for adding something a little extra to the gift of wine you are bringing to the party. It's a gift x 2! They also look great on the tree. Just hook their hat over any branch and enjoy. ⠀
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https://hearthandvine.com/gnome-bottle-toppers/ #handmadegifts #crafting #christmasgiftideas #gnomes #gnomewinebottletoppers
A throwback from my gift shop days. We used soap molds to make cinnamon scented wax angels as ornaments. Who knows what happened to those angel molds but these floral cupcake molds work just as well and make wonderful presents or decorations for your own tree.⠀
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https://hearthandvine.com/scented-beeswax-candle-ornaments/ #christmasornaments #handmadegifts #beeswaxornaments #handmadechristmas #rusticchristmas #handmadeornaments #trimthetree #candleornaments
Acorns from the yarn and a branch from a dying shrub. Put them together and you get a fun and whimsical Christmas Tree. See how I made this beauty along with 11 other beautiful trees from my blogging friends on this Festival of Trees Tour. [link in profile @hearthnvine]⠀
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https://hearthandvine.com/diy-branch-christmas-tree/ #christmasdecorations #ChristmasTree #holidaydecor #Christmastreedecor #holidaytree #naturalchristmas #rusticchristmasdecor
Have you tried punch needle embroidery? I made these fun ornaments a couple of years ago. It was my first attempt at punch needlework so they are obviously not perfect but I like them. The big benefit was making them at night while watching TV, kept my hands busy so I was less tempted to snack.
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https://hearthandvine.com/punch-ornaments/ #christmasornaments #embroidery #crafturday #freetemplates #handmadegiftsideas
Here's a super easy homemade chocolate candy idea for the holidays. Perfect for setting out after dinner or bagging up for gifts. Choose your favorite toppings. I worked with nuts and dried fruit but there are so many other options. Sprinkles, glitter, and nonpareils just to name few. Get creative and have fun with this easy recipe. ⠀
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https://hearthandvine.com/homemade-chocolate-candy-drops/ #chocolate #homemade #handmadegifts #easyrecipe #chocolatecandy #homemadecandy
Did you know? Early colonial settlers used to make baybery candles fro the wax of the northern bayberry shrub. Folklore says that if you burn an entire bayberry candle on Christmas Eve you will have good luck in the new year.⠀
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I made these fun bayberry candles years ago and they are easy and inexpensive to make. Add a little tag with the "Good Luck" saying for an added touch.⠀
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https://hearthandvine.com/handmade-christmas-gift-bayberry-candles/ #handmadegifts #christmasgifts #holidaygifts #candles #goodluck #handmadecandles #bayberrycandles
My front porch is super simple this year. Continuing with the woodland theme I made an easy bottle brush tree wreath. This one uses a fresh wreath but you could use any artificial wreath you may already have on hand. I also filled in my porch pots with some greens and a few artificial sprigs of white to tie back to the wreath. [link in profile @hearthnvine ]⠀
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https://hearthandvine.com/diy-bottle-brush-wreath/ #christmasdecor #wreath #holidaydecor #winterdecor #bottlebrushwreath #bottlebrushtrees #porchdecor #Christmasdecorating #outdoordecoratingideas
Here's my mom's thumbprint cookie recipe. They take a little extra time to make but are so worth it. The rich butter content makes them a good candidate for freezing so you can make them now and they will still taste good on Christmas Day. ⠀
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https://hearthandvine.com/thumbprint-cookie-recipe-buttercream-icing/ #christmascookies #holidaybaking #thumbprintcookies
Here's a peek at this year's Christmas mantel. Some fresh cedar sprigs in a bottle of water with a candle on top, my chunky yarn wreath and some of the flocked garland. ⠀
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This is all part of a huge blog hop with more than 20 different inspiring ideas from mantels, porches, tabletops to handmade gifts and gift wrap ideas. A great way to get you into the spirit. [click link in profile @hearthnvine ]⠀
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https://hearthandvine.com/white-christmas-mantel/ #ChristmasMantel #Winterwoodland #WinterWhiteDecor #Winterdecor #holidaydecorating #Christmasdecor #Christmasideastour
Here’s a quick video showing the finger knitting technique I used for my chunky yarn wreath. #christmaswreath #winterwreath #diyideas #chunkyyarnwreath
Here are a few ideas to bring to the party. Categories for the foodie, garden lover, entertainer and spa lover. Get inspired with ideas for inexpensive hostess gifts you can buy as well as handmade items that you can easily create yourself. [link in profile @hearthnvine ]⠀
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https://hearthandvine.com/hostess-gift-ideas/ #hostessgifts #giftideas #handmadegifts
I always love the look of the beautiful jumbo yarn sold in craft stores. I haven't tried knitting for years but then my daughter showed me this cool finger knitting technique. Once I got the hang of it I was able to easily make this beautiful wreath in no time. [link in profile @hearthnvine]⠀
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https://hearthandvine.com/chunky-yarn-wreath/ #DIYWreath #JumboYarn #chunkyyarnwreath
Here's one of the first projects I made with alcohol inks. They are so pretty and fun to work with. ⠀
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This one used a floral design on little ceramic dishes. Perfect for jewelry, keys or any small items. An easy creative handmade gift. [link here @hearthnvine ]⠀
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https://hearthandvine.com/alcohol-ink-jewelry-dishes/ #jewelrydish #handmadegifts #floraldishes #holidaygifts #alcoholinks #alcoholinkart
Frosty winter woodland seems to be the theme in my house this year. These cute mason jar luminaries are easy to make. There's a woodland printable to use for your own jars on the blog and specifics on how to create them. [click link @hearthnvine]⠀
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https://hearthandvine.com/mason-jar-luminaries/ #wintercraft #diycrafts #masonjarcrafts #luminary #woodlanddecor
Baby portabellas and gnocchi make a great combination is this hearty and satisfying soup recipe. Try some today and serve it to your family and friends.⠀
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https://hearthandvine.com/mushroom-soup-with-gnocchi/ #homemade #mushroomsoup #easyrecipe #comfortfood
Have you tried making salt dough? It's so easy! Just a few materials are all you need. Plus they last a long time. Try making some stars to hang on the tree or from your chandelier. I love the way this looked against fresh cedar on my mantel a couple of years ago. A little bit of gold and glitter made them sparkle. Wooden beads and twine combined with the homemade salt dough stars made for a bright and pretty look. [instructions ---> @hearthnvine ]⠀
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https://hearthandvine.com/salt-dough-christmas-garland/ #Christmascrafts #Rustic #holidaydecor #saltdough #DIYgarland #homedecorideas #christmasdecorating
My latest obsession. Distress spray inks. I used them to make vintage-like ornaments for an advent tree. ⠀
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The tree was made with barn wood slats. Then I created 25 beautiful ornaments with the spray ink to look like vintage glass ornaments. The other side has black chalkboard paint with numbers for each day leading up to Christmas. Swipe to see each side. [make your own ---> @hearthnvine ]⠀
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https://hearthandvine.com/diy-wooden-advent-calendar/ #adventcalendar #christmasdecor #christmascraft #vintagechristmas #rusticchristmasdecor
Make some homemade jelly candy to share with your family and friends this holiday season. The bright colors and tasty flavors will bring a smile to everyone's face. Yes, they are filled with sugar, but a little indulgence is okay. Especially during times of celebration. ⠀
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https://hearthandvine.com/jelly-candy-recipe/ #handmadegifts #homemade #jellycandy #diycandy #sweets