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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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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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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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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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5 Winter Crafts You Can Do With Dollar Tree Glasses, Vases, and Jars

By Hard Working Mom Team / January 5, 2023 /

There are quite a few winter crafts you can do with Dollar Tree glasses, vases, and jars. In this post, I’m going to show you five tutorials that take just minutes to create and cost just pennies on a dollar. Take the guesswork out of how to decorate for the winter season and try your hand at one of these ideas. 

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Crafty Ways to Celebrate the New Year

By Hard Working Mom Team / January 3, 2023 /

Once the holidays have passed, it’s time to look forward to a new year. If you’re planning to spend this day at home with your family, I’ve rounded up some crafty ways to celebrate the new year. There are ideas for adults and kids alike! Be sure to bookmark this page and share it with your friends.

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Best Homemade Food Gifts for the Holidays

By Hard Working Mom Team / January 2, 2023 /

When you’re looking for the perfect Christmas gift, you can’t go wrong with these best homemade food gifts for the holidays. After all, who doesn’t love a tasty treat? And there’s something special about the holiday season that makes everything taste extra special and yummy. Be sure to bookmark this post and save it to…

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Super Cute Winter Wreath Ideas

By Hard Working Mom Team / December 29, 2022 /

These super cute winter wreath ideas can stay up before, during, and after the holidays! After all, any time you can save money and have cute decor it’s a win-win, right?

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7 Must-See Door Hangers for Winter

By Hard Working Mom Team / December 26, 2022 /

If you’re looking for a unique way to decorate your door this winter, take a look at our roundup of must-see door hangers for winter. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced crafter, these door hangers will inspire you to create something unique for your home. What is a door hanger? If you’re not so…

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How to Host a Winter Party on a Budget

By Hard Working Mom Team / December 22, 2022 /

If you’re looking to host a gathering this winter, here are several fun winter-theme party ideas to consider. Whether you’re hosting something for the kiddos, adults, or the entire family, these ideas are sure to help you pull off the best winter-themed party yet.

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DIY New Year Decor Ideas

By Hard Working Mom Team / December 20, 2022 /

If you’re planning to celebrate the start of a new year, here are some DIY New Year decor ideas. These are quick, easy, and can accommodate any budget.

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Easy DIY Winter Gnomes

By Hard Working Mom Team / December 19, 2022 /

These easy DIY winter gnomes are the perfect craft to try, especially if you’re looking for a unique to decorate your home this season. The ideas rounded up below are easy, inexpensive, and just downright adorable. If you’re a beginner at making gnomes, no worries!

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Adorable Dollar Store Christmas Wreath Ideas

By Hard Working Mom Team / December 15, 2022 /

If purchasing a big elaborate wreath isn’t in the budget this year, we’ve got you covered with a roundup of adorable Dollar Store Christmas wreath ideas that you make yourself.

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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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