DIY

How to Make a Santa Candy Cane Wreath Using an Evergreen Base

By Lori Jacobs / November 4, 2025 /
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How to Make a Santa Candy Cane Wreath Using an Evergreen Base Introduction If you love classic red-and-white Christmas décor, this Santa Candy Cane Wreath will be your new favorite holiday project. Using an evergreen base, festive deco mesh, and bright candy-striped ribbons, this wreath gives you a full, merry design that looks professionally made,…

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Understanding Different Types of Ribbon: How to Match Patterns and When to Use Them

By Lori Jacobs / October 31, 2025 /
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Understanding Different Types of Ribbon: How to Match Patterns and When to Use Them If you’ve ever stood in front of a wall of ribbon at your favorite craft store and felt overwhelmed, you’re not alone! Ribbon comes in so many styles, textures, and widths that it can be hard to know which one to…

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How to Make a Grinch Wreath

By Lori Jacobs / October 23, 2025 /
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If you love festive crafts with a dash of mischief, this DIY Grinch wreath tutorial is for you! In this guide, we’ll walk through how to make a Grinch-themed deco mesh wreath using simple supplies,

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How to Make a Halloween Deco Mesh Sunburst Wreath

By Lori Jacobs / October 14, 2025 /
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. This is one of my favorite styles to make because it’s full, colorful, and gives that festive burst look that makes any door stand out. If you’ve been crafting along with me for a while, you know I love projects that use Dollar Tree or craft store basics to create something magical. Let’s get started!

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How to Make a Witch Hat Decoration with Dollar Tree Supplies

By Lori Jacobs / October 8, 2025 /
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How to Make a Witch Hat Decoration with Dollar Tree Supplies Hi friends, Lori here! Halloween crafting is one of my favorite times of year, and today I’m going to show you how to make a super cute Witch Hat Decoration using Dollar Tree supplies. This project is inexpensive, colorful, and a lot of fun…

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How to Make a Christmas Candy Cane Decoration with a Dollar Tree Form

By Lori Jacobs / October 2, 2025 /
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One of the easiest and most festive DIY Christmas projects you can make is a candy cane decoration using the wire forms from Dollar Tree

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How to Make a Graveside Saddle Floral Arrangement

By Lori Jacobs / September 25, 2025 /
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How to Make a Graveside Saddle Floral Arrangement Honoring loved ones with a handmade floral arrangement is a beautiful way to keep their memory alive. Today, I’m sharing a step-by-step tutorial on how to make a graveside saddle. This design sits securely on top of a gravestone and can be customized with flowers, greenery, and…

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DIY Ghost in a Window Halloween Decoration (Easy Dollar General Craft)

By Lori Jacobs / September 16, 2025 /
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DIY Ghost in a Window Halloween Decoration (Easy Dollar General Craft) Looking for a spooky-cute DIY to bring some Halloween charm to your decor? This “Ghost in a Window” craft is the perfect weekend project! It combines Dollar General finds, a faux window frame, mesh, and ribbon embellishments, and your creative flair to make a…

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How to Make a DIY Christmas Tree Hat Topper

By Lori Jacobs / September 9, 2025 /
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How to Make a DIY Christmas Tree Hat Topper Looking for a whimsical way to top your Christmas tree this year? Instead of a traditional star or bow, why not craft your very own hat topper! This oversized, sturdy hat is perfect for a Candy Land-themed tree, but you can adapt it to any holiday…

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How to Decorate a Candyland-Themed Hat for a Christmas Tree Topper

By Lori Jacobs / September 4, 2025 /
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How to Decorate a Candyland-Themed Hat for a Christmas Tree Topper Transform your Christmas tree into a whimsical Candyland dream with this adorable DIY candy-themed hat topper! In this tutorial, I’ll walk you through how to decorate a sturdy, velvet-covered top hat with handcrafted faux sweets like donuts, macaroons, and ribbon candy, all made from…

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DIY Rustic Wooden Pumpkins – A Charming Fall Craft Project

By Lori Jacobs / August 27, 2025 /
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Learn how to make rustic wooden pumpkins from scrap 2x4s with this easy DIY tutorial. Perfect for farmhouse fall décor, these charming pumpkins are customizable and budget-friendly.

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DIY Tier Tray Tutorial: Step-by-Step Guide to Painting, Assembling & Styling

By Lori Jacobs / August 20, 2025 /
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A tier tray is one of the most versatile pieces of home décor you can own. It’s perfect for displaying seasonal items, soaps, baked goods, or even crafting supplies.

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Why I Use Wired Ribbon In My Wreath Projects

By Hard Working Mom Team / December 1, 2021 /

When you tie a ribbon, it can fall. But there is a way to fix this! If you use wire, the ribbon will stay in shape and people will be able to see your bow hold its shape and last longer with each project. While wired ribbon can be expensive it’s also the best quality…

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What do the flowers in funeral wreaths signify?

By Hard Working Mom Team / November 15, 2021 /

Alt image: Funeral Wreaths Image Description: Funeral Wreaths For most of us, Christmas wreaths represent nothing more than adornments used to spread the holiday cheer. However, those who have lost a loved one realize that flowers are a significant part of any funeral proceeding. It is often said that the flowers selected by the aggrieved…

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The Never Dying Business of Conventional Wreaths

By Hard Working Mom Team / November 8, 2021 /
The Never Dying Business of Conventional Wreaths

Wreaths are something that may never get out of business! For they keep the spirit of all of our traditions very much alive.

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Christmas Wreaths and Garlands: What’s the difference?

By Lori Jacobs / November 1, 2021 /

If you want to know the difference between Christmas wreaths and garlands to make your holidays a special one, you have come to the right place.

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Shortlisting The Best Wreaths For Upcoming Holidays

By Lori Jacobs / October 25, 2021 /

There are a few things that you will never regret in life; purchasing wreaths is one of them. The best reason for that is you will end up using wreaths usefully anyway. Even when you end up buying custom wreaths, natural or artificial, you can use them somewhere, or just as a simple home décor…

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Shipping Tips For Creatives

By Lori Jacobs / October 18, 2021 /
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Hey guys! I get asked a lot of questions! One common question I get is, “Lori, I don’t understand shipping at all. Where do I get boxes from? How do I ship this wreath?” Or my favorite, “Lori, I made $80 on this wreath, but it cost me $50 to ship it! Help!” Shipping Basics…

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Make Your Doors Look Special With Breathtaking Wreaths

By Lori Jacobs / October 11, 2021 /

Make Your Doors Look Special With Breathtaking Wreaths

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Notable Pros Of Ordering Fresh Wreaths For Christmas Holidays

By Hard Working Mom Team / October 4, 2021 /

Notable Pros Of Ordering Fresh Wreaths For Christmas Holidays

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Tips To Plan Christmas Decor On A Budget | Hard Working Mom

By Lori Jacobs / September 21, 2021 /

Are you planning to change your home décor for the holidays? Here are a few tips that will help you save on budget.

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Decorate your Space with Wreaths

By Lori Jacobs / September 20, 2021 /

Wreaths are beautiful and decorative flower arrangements that are circular in shape (not necessarily, though!) and can be hung on walls and doors. With a DIY approach, you can make your own wreaths at home by using foliage such as Ficus leaves or boxwood and adding artificial flowers or ribbons. Wreath making is an art…

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Learning The Art Of Wreath Making At Home

By Lori Jacobs / September 19, 2021 /

It is amazing just how wreaths are becoming more common. There was a time when wreaths were for special occasions, events, and festivals only. This is no longer the case as we see wreaths around literally for no reason at all. However, mounting wreaths in and out of your home, shop, office, and event venue…

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How to Help Sales this Month: 7 Strategies

By Lori Jacobs / September 13, 2021 /

How can you help your sales this month? Is it a question that has been on your mind lately? The answer might be simpler than you think! In this blog post, we will give you 7 strategies to make the most of the upcoming months. Check out your tags on Etsy and make sure they…

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How to Make a Santa Candy Cane Wreath Using an Evergreen Base

By Lori Jacobs / November 4, 2025 /
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How to Make a Santa Candy Cane Wreath Using an Evergreen Base Introduction If you love classic red-and-white Christmas décor, this Santa Candy Cane Wreath will be your new favorite holiday project. Using an evergreen base, festive deco mesh, and bright candy-striped ribbons, this wreath gives you a full, merry design that looks professionally made,…

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Understanding Different Types of Ribbon: How to Match Patterns and When to Use Them

By Lori Jacobs / October 31, 2025 /
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Understanding Different Types of Ribbon: How to Match Patterns and When to Use Them If you’ve ever stood in front of a wall of ribbon at your favorite craft store and felt overwhelmed, you’re not alone! Ribbon comes in so many styles, textures, and widths that it can be hard to know which one to…

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How to Make a Grinch Wreath

By Lori Jacobs / October 23, 2025 /
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If you love festive crafts with a dash of mischief, this DIY Grinch wreath tutorial is for you! In this guide, we’ll walk through how to make a Grinch-themed deco mesh wreath using simple supplies,

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How to Make a Halloween Deco Mesh Sunburst Wreath

By Lori Jacobs / October 14, 2025 /
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. This is one of my favorite styles to make because it’s full, colorful, and gives that festive burst look that makes any door stand out. If you’ve been crafting along with me for a while, you know I love projects that use Dollar Tree or craft store basics to create something magical. Let’s get started!

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How to Make a Witch Hat Decoration with Dollar Tree Supplies

By Lori Jacobs / October 8, 2025 /
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How to Make a Witch Hat Decoration with Dollar Tree Supplies Hi friends, Lori here! Halloween crafting is one of my favorite times of year, and today I’m going to show you how to make a super cute Witch Hat Decoration using Dollar Tree supplies. This project is inexpensive, colorful, and a lot of fun…

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How to Make a Christmas Candy Cane Decoration with a Dollar Tree Form

By Lori Jacobs / October 2, 2025 /
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One of the easiest and most festive DIY Christmas projects you can make is a candy cane decoration using the wire forms from Dollar Tree

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How to Make a Graveside Saddle Floral Arrangement

By Lori Jacobs / September 25, 2025 /
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How to Make a Graveside Saddle Floral Arrangement Honoring loved ones with a handmade floral arrangement is a beautiful way to keep their memory alive. Today, I’m sharing a step-by-step tutorial on how to make a graveside saddle. This design sits securely on top of a gravestone and can be customized with flowers, greenery, and…

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DIY Ghost in a Window Halloween Decoration (Easy Dollar General Craft)

By Lori Jacobs / September 16, 2025 /
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DIY Ghost in a Window Halloween Decoration (Easy Dollar General Craft) Looking for a spooky-cute DIY to bring some Halloween charm to your decor? This “Ghost in a Window” craft is the perfect weekend project! It combines Dollar General finds, a faux window frame, mesh, and ribbon embellishments, and your creative flair to make a…

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How to Make a DIY Christmas Tree Hat Topper

By Lori Jacobs / September 9, 2025 /
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How to Make a DIY Christmas Tree Hat Topper Looking for a whimsical way to top your Christmas tree this year? Instead of a traditional star or bow, why not craft your very own hat topper! This oversized, sturdy hat is perfect for a Candy Land-themed tree, but you can adapt it to any holiday…

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How to Decorate a Candyland-Themed Hat for a Christmas Tree Topper

By Lori Jacobs / September 4, 2025 /
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How to Decorate a Candyland-Themed Hat for a Christmas Tree Topper Transform your Christmas tree into a whimsical Candyland dream with this adorable DIY candy-themed hat topper! In this tutorial, I’ll walk you through how to decorate a sturdy, velvet-covered top hat with handcrafted faux sweets like donuts, macaroons, and ribbon candy, all made from…

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DIY Rustic Wooden Pumpkins – A Charming Fall Craft Project

By Lori Jacobs / August 27, 2025 /
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Learn how to make rustic wooden pumpkins from scrap 2x4s with this easy DIY tutorial. Perfect for farmhouse fall décor, these charming pumpkins are customizable and budget-friendly.

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DIY Tier Tray Tutorial: Step-by-Step Guide to Painting, Assembling & Styling

By Lori Jacobs / August 20, 2025 /
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A tier tray is one of the most versatile pieces of home décor you can own. It’s perfect for displaying seasonal items, soaps, baked goods, or even crafting supplies.

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