File the Thanksgiving here away for next year and then move onto other holiday crafting!
- CD Panda Craft - I think pretty much everyone I know is enchanted by the sight of a panda so why not make your own?
- Cristy's Pine Cone Angel Craft - Instructions to make an angel out of a pine cone submitted by Cristy. A fun gift idea or even a great Christmas tree ornament.
- Advent Hand Print Wreath - A fun way to count down the days until Christmas. Make this advent wreath using hand prints.
- Giving Thanks Tree Craft - This is a great way for your family to celebrate Thanksgiving. Have all your friends and family members add 'leaves' to your tree as they visit over the holidays.
- Foot and Hand Turkey Craft - Find out how to create this cute turkey craft using a footprint, a few hand prints, and a paper plate.
- Pine Cone Basket Decoration - Follow these instructions to make a simple gift or decoration using pine cones.
- Syrup Bottle Angel Craft - Find out how to make a cute angel using an empty syrup bottle, submitted by Connie and made by Lizzie.
Enjoy, and remember, if you complete any of these crafts, take a few moments to
send me a picture and it can be featured here too!
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Follow me on Twitter | Join me on FacebookHappy Thanksgiving, folks. Welcome to another edition of Make it Merry, where talented crafters share their holiday how-to's.
Snowman Ornament
Sherri Osborn will show you how to create a cute snowman face using a clear, glass ornament. It's a great project for the whole family.
Recycled Pine Cone Gnome
Get a glimpse of this pine cone gnome at the Recycled Crafts blog. It's a cute reason to collect a few pine cones around the yard.
CopprClay Pendants
Try your hand with pendant making this year with a little help from some winter foliage. The Beading Arts blog will show you how.
How to Make Paper
Handmade paper not only makes a great gift for the avid scrapbooker in your life, but you can also create tags and cards for every present on your list. Marion Boddy-Evans shows us how.
Little Town of Bethlehem Cross Stitch
Get down to the true meaning of Christmas with this simple cross stitch pattern from Connie G. Barwick.
Mitten Earrings
Tammy Powley shows us how to make these cute mitten earrings using lampwork beads.
Christmas Stocking
This cute two-color Christmas stocking is a breeze to knit, even if you've never knit a sock before. Worked with bulky yarn on big needles, it will be done and ready for you to embellish in no time.
Advent Garland
If you are looking for something a little different when it comes to counting down to the holidays this year then take a look at this pyramid box garland. Use the free template to make the boxes and decorate them with your favorite festive stamps.
Miniature Gift Boxes
Have a little gift to give? Check out these free printable miniature gift boxes for small gifts or advent calendars from Lesley Shepherd.
Manga Holiday Card
Instead of a traditional Christmas card, you could go with something a little more contemporary this year. Helen South has tips on how to create a manga style card.
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