DIY

How to Make 9 Different Bows by Hand

By Lori Jacobs / December 12, 2025 /
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How to Make 9 Different Bows by Hand (No Bow Maker Needed!) If there’s one question I get asked over and over again, it’s this: “How do I make bows without a bow maker?”And trust me, I get it. Bows can feel intimidating, especially when your wreath looks amazing… and then the bow just won’t…

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How to Fluff & Decorate a Pink Flocked Christmas Tree With a Sweet Candy Theme

By Lori Jacobs / December 5, 2025 /
Pink Candy themed Tree

Decorate a Pink Flocked Christmas Tree With a Sweet Candy Theme If you’re dreaming of a Christmas tree that looks like it came straight out of Candyland, a pink flocked Christmas tree is the perfect foundation. With its soft cotton-candy color and snowy texture, it adds instant whimsy to your holiday décor. Whether you lean…

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A Candy-Themed Christmas with My 6ft Pink Flocked King of Christmas Tree

By Lori Jacobs / December 4, 2025 /
King of Christmas Pink Tree

6ft Pink Flocked King of Christmas Tree Christmas tree shopping has always been one of my favorite holiday traditions. There’s just something magical about picking out that perfect tree and bringing it home to decorate with your loved ones. For years, I was committed to natural trees; there’s nothing like that fresh pine scent! But…

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Tomato cage Christmas Tree

By Lori Jacobs / November 21, 2025 /
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Turning a simple tomato cage into a gorgeous, lighted Christmas tree is such a fun way to decorate your porch, entryway, or even your craft room. This version uses deco mesh curls to create a full, fluffy tree that looks amazing day or night. In this tutorial, I’ll walk you through exactly how I made…

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DIY Giant Macaroon Decoration Using Dollar Tree Supplies

By Lori Jacobs / November 12, 2025 /
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DIY Giant Macaroon Decoration Using Dollar Tree Supplies Looking for a fun, affordable craft that looks boutique-level cute? This DIY giant macaroon is the perfect addition to your wreaths, tiered trays, or candy-themed décor. Using mostly Dollar Tree supplies, you can make a realistic-looking macaroon in any color you want, from soft pastels to bright…

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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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How to Make 9 Different Bows by Hand

By Lori Jacobs / December 12, 2025 /
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How to Make 9 Different Bows by Hand (No Bow Maker Needed!) If there’s one question I get asked over and over again, it’s this: “How do I make bows without a bow maker?”And trust me, I get it. Bows can feel intimidating, especially when your wreath looks amazing… and then the bow just won’t…

Read More

How to Fluff & Decorate a Pink Flocked Christmas Tree With a Sweet Candy Theme

By Lori Jacobs / December 5, 2025 /
Pink Candy themed Tree

Decorate a Pink Flocked Christmas Tree With a Sweet Candy Theme If you’re dreaming of a Christmas tree that looks like it came straight out of Candyland, a pink flocked Christmas tree is the perfect foundation. With its soft cotton-candy color and snowy texture, it adds instant whimsy to your holiday décor. Whether you lean…

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A Candy-Themed Christmas with My 6ft Pink Flocked King of Christmas Tree

By Lori Jacobs / December 4, 2025 /
King of Christmas Pink Tree

6ft Pink Flocked King of Christmas Tree Christmas tree shopping has always been one of my favorite holiday traditions. There’s just something magical about picking out that perfect tree and bringing it home to decorate with your loved ones. For years, I was committed to natural trees; there’s nothing like that fresh pine scent! But…

Read More

Tomato cage Christmas Tree

By Lori Jacobs / November 21, 2025 /
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Turning a simple tomato cage into a gorgeous, lighted Christmas tree is such a fun way to decorate your porch, entryway, or even your craft room. This version uses deco mesh curls to create a full, fluffy tree that looks amazing day or night. In this tutorial, I’ll walk you through exactly how I made…

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DIY Giant Macaroon Decoration Using Dollar Tree Supplies

By Lori Jacobs / November 12, 2025 /
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DIY Giant Macaroon Decoration Using Dollar Tree Supplies Looking for a fun, affordable craft that looks boutique-level cute? This DIY giant macaroon is the perfect addition to your wreaths, tiered trays, or candy-themed décor. Using mostly Dollar Tree supplies, you can make a realistic-looking macaroon in any color you want, from soft pastels to bright…

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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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Christmas Gifts Family and Friends Will Remember

By Hard Working Mom Team / December 8, 2022 /

As you brainstorm what to get your loved ones this holiday season, take into consideration some of our ideas for Christmas gifts that family and friends will remember. Christmas is a time when we tend to spend tons of money on gifts that people probably don’t need.

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Christmas Decorating Ideas on a Budget

By Hard Working Mom Team / December 5, 2022 /

As the holiday season draws near, using a few of these Christmas Decorating Ideas on a Budget can save you not only money but also time.

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Best Christmas Tree Theme Ideas

By Hard Working Mom Team / November 21, 2022 /

Using a Christmas tree theme can be a fun and creative way of decorating your Christmas tree. Not to mention, this is also a great way to save money and stay organized at the same time. Having a theme for your tree also looks really nice and can typically be easy to switch up year after year. 

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Best Christmas Gifts for Crafters

By Hard Working Mom Team / November 20, 2022 /

If you have a person in your life that is quite creative, we’ve rounded up some of the best Christmas gifts for crafters to help make shopping for them much easier. From the knitter to the painter, you are sure to find the perfect gift idea on our list. The gift ideas range in price…

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3 Christmas Tree Crafts for Children

By Hard Working Mom Team / November 7, 2022 /

These Christmas Tree Crafts for Children make for great holiday family activities that are both inexpensive and fun. Besides making a craft project that will add Christmas cheer to your home or make a wonderful Christmas gift for a loved one, you’ll also be making priceless Christmas memories that both parents and children will treasure for many Christmases to come. Here are three easy Christmas tree-themed crafts that kids will enjoy making this Christmas.

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6 Winter Decorations That Can Stay Up After the Holidays

By Hard Working Mom Team / November 3, 2022 /

Having winter decorations that can stay up after the holidays can save you time, money, and the stress of figuring out how to decorate and when. You can show off your seasonal decorations in a fun and festive way without having to make any changes before and during the actual holidays. Here’s how! 

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6 Ways to Decorate Your Porch This Winter

By Hard Working Mom Team / October 31, 2022 /

Are you ready to decorate your porch this winter? In this post, we’re going to look at some practical and unique ways to decorate your porch for the winter season. The added bonus is these decor ideas can stay up before, during, and even after the holidays! Be sure to save this post and get ready to be inspired!

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How to Transition from Fall to Winter Decor

By Hard Working Mom Team / October 27, 2022 /

Have you been wondering how to transition from fall to winter decor without feeling stressed and overwhelmed? In this post, I’m going to share some practical, tried, and true ways to make redecorating your home for the season easier and more efficient. Be sure to bookmark this page and save it to your favorite seasonal decor Pinterest board.

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Farmhouse Thanksgiving Ideas

By Hard Working Mom Team / October 24, 2022 /

Switch things up this holiday season with these Farmhouse Thanksgiving Ideas. It’s a unique twist on the traditional setup of the season and instead offers a neutral, rustic tone while highlighting the best parts of the harvest season. Farmhouse Thanksgiving Ideas Layered Front Porch Rugs Greet your guest’s farmhouse style from the moment they step…

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7 Thanksgiving Crafts to do with Kids

By Hard Working Mom Team / October 21, 2022 /

These Thanksgiving craft ideas are a fun, inexpensive way to celebrate the season while giving your kids something to do to fight fall break boredom. They can also be used to teach gratitude, the history of Thanksgiving, and more!

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6 Ways to Decorate Your Classroom Door for Thanksgiving

By Hard Working Mom Team / October 19, 2022 /

Looking for ways to decorate your classroom door for Thanksgiving? We’ve rounded up several ideas that are sure to give you just the inspiration you need to greet your students (and others) into your classroom Thanksgiving style. Be sure to bookmark this post and save it to your favorite Pinterest board!

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Best Halloween Boo Basket Ideas for Kids

By Hard Working Mom Team / October 12, 2022 /

Halloween boo baskets have become an increasingly popular way to gift kids trinkets and candy of the season. Similar to an Easter basket, these baskets are a fun way to celebrate the Halloween season. Some parents have completely opted out of trick-or-treating in lieu of giving these baskets, doing neighborhood trunk-or-treats, or having small parties with family and friends.

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