Christmas Archives | Make it a Garden https://makeitagarden.com/tag/christmas/ Creating imaginative & inviting places Thu, 29 Sep 2022 04:58:27 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.6.2 https://makeitagarden.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/cropped-miag-watering-can-32x32.png Christmas Archives | Make it a Garden https://makeitagarden.com/tag/christmas/ 32 32 The Shepherd’s Surprise https://makeitagarden.com/the-shepherds-surprise/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-shepherds-surprise https://makeitagarden.com/the-shepherds-surprise/#comments Sat, 25 Dec 2021 04:47:44 +0000 https://makeitagarden.com/?p=7217 Was this just a random group of shepherds, or was there a reason why God called their attention to the birth of His Son?

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]]> https://makeitagarden.com/the-shepherds-surprise/feed/ 2 7217 The Christmas Mugs https://makeitagarden.com/the-christmas-mugs/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-christmas-mugs https://makeitagarden.com/the-christmas-mugs/#respond Sat, 18 Dec 2021 22:42:29 +0000 https://makeitagarden.com/?p=7194 In memory of my mom, Lois Many years ago, (I think I was in my 30’s) my Mom gave me a set of 4 coffee mugs for Christmas. OR it might have been my birthday since it’s in the same month. I really loved these mugs for their shape and colorful, abstract motif. It was years until… Continue reading The Christmas Mugs

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]]> https://makeitagarden.com/the-christmas-mugs/feed/ 0 7194 Watching for Jesus: Anna’s Story https://makeitagarden.com/watching-for-jesus-annas-story/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=watching-for-jesus-annas-story https://makeitagarden.com/watching-for-jesus-annas-story/#respond Wed, 15 Dec 2021 06:26:36 +0000 https://makeitagarden.com/?p=7146 Part 1 of a 3-part series of short reflections for Christmas. Go deeper into the story behind a woman's wait to see Jesus.

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]]> https://makeitagarden.com/watching-for-jesus-annas-story/feed/ 0 7146 Wintry Wine Bottle Snowman Wrap to Make Yourself https://makeitagarden.com/wintry-wine-bottle-snowman-wrap-to-make-yourself/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=wintry-wine-bottle-snowman-wrap-to-make-yourself https://makeitagarden.com/wintry-wine-bottle-snowman-wrap-to-make-yourself/#respond Sat, 21 Nov 2020 02:08:24 +0000 https://makeitagarden.com/?p=6895 Looking for a last minute holiday craft? Wrap one up in under 30 minutes with this cute wine bottle snowman. He’ll make great table centerpiece or addition to your snowman collection. Either way, it’s a clever but inexpensive upcycle craft you can make yourself with materials you may already have on hand at home. Wine… Continue reading Wintry Wine Bottle Snowman Wrap to Make Yourself

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]]> https://makeitagarden.com/wintry-wine-bottle-snowman-wrap-to-make-yourself/feed/ 0 6895 How to Make a Lighted Glass Block Snowman https://makeitagarden.com/how-to-make-a-lighted-glass-block-snowman/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-to-make-a-lighted-glass-block-snowman https://makeitagarden.com/how-to-make-a-lighted-glass-block-snowman/#comments Thu, 05 Nov 2020 01:48:07 +0000 https://makeitagarden.com/?p=6834 I love snowmen! And this lighted, glass block snowman is merry and bright. Although, at my house, they’re not just for Christmas, but all winter long! This tutorial demonstrates the drill method for making the hole in the block to insert LED mini lights. Then, keep scrolling for decorating tips and ideas so you can… Continue reading How to Make a Lighted Glass Block Snowman

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]]> https://makeitagarden.com/how-to-make-a-lighted-glass-block-snowman/feed/ 2 6834 The easy way to drill a hole in a wine bottle https://makeitagarden.com/the-easy-way-to-drill-a-hole-in-a-wine-bottle/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-easy-way-to-drill-a-hole-in-a-wine-bottle https://makeitagarden.com/the-easy-way-to-drill-a-hole-in-a-wine-bottle/#comments Tue, 27 Oct 2020 01:04:29 +0000 https://makeitagarden.com/?p=6801 Don’t you just love colored glass? And those wine bottles with the mini lights inside make such pretty Christmas decor. As a centerpiece, their warm glow brings a festive mood to the table. In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to drill a hole in a wine bottle, along with the proper tools and technique to… Continue reading The easy way to drill a hole in a wine bottle

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]]> https://makeitagarden.com/the-easy-way-to-drill-a-hole-in-a-wine-bottle/feed/ 3 6801 Wood Pallet Reindeer Lights Up the Holidays https://makeitagarden.com/wood-pallet-reindeer-lights-up-the-holidays/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=wood-pallet-reindeer-lights-up-the-holidays https://makeitagarden.com/wood-pallet-reindeer-lights-up-the-holidays/#comments Thu, 24 Sep 2020 04:15:00 +0000 https://makeitagarden.com/?p=6647 DIY Holiday Crafts Who’s the most famous reindeer of all? This Holiday Season, make your own version of Rudolf with this wood pallet reindeer craft. Use indoors or proudly display on the front porch to greet family and friends. FUN FACT: Reindeer and caribou are the same animal. In Europe, they are typically referred to… Continue reading Wood Pallet Reindeer Lights Up the Holidays

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]]> https://makeitagarden.com/wood-pallet-reindeer-lights-up-the-holidays/feed/ 2 6647 5 One-of-a-Kind Snowman Crafts to Make https://makeitagarden.com/5-one-of-a-kind-snowman-crafts-to-make/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=5-one-of-a-kind-snowman-crafts-to-make https://makeitagarden.com/5-one-of-a-kind-snowman-crafts-to-make/#respond Tue, 18 Aug 2020 19:26:00 +0000 https://makeitagarden.com/?p=6388 Holly Jolly one-of-a-kind snowman crafts not everyone else is making. Add your own special touches and creative ideas and watch the faces light up with smiles.

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]]> https://makeitagarden.com/5-one-of-a-kind-snowman-crafts-to-make/feed/ 0 6388 Holly Jolly Christmas Decor at the Thrift Store https://makeitagarden.com/holly-jolly-christmas-decor-at-the-thrift-store/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=holly-jolly-christmas-decor-at-the-thrift-store https://makeitagarden.com/holly-jolly-christmas-decor-at-the-thrift-store/#comments Thu, 12 Dec 2019 02:14:51 +0000 https://makeitagarden.com/?p=4697 Many things you buy new for Christmas decor can be found at the thrift store for less than half the price. Come see what's here and creative ways to use it, too!

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]]> https://makeitagarden.com/holly-jolly-christmas-decor-at-the-thrift-store/feed/ 6 4697 How to make glass globes fascinate with wintry tale https://makeitagarden.com/how-to-make-glass-globes-fascinate-with-wintry-tale/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-to-make-glass-globes-fascinate-with-wintry-tale https://makeitagarden.com/how-to-make-glass-globes-fascinate-with-wintry-tale/#comments Wed, 04 Dec 2019 23:48:07 +0000 https://makeitagarden.com/?p=4618 Really good snow globes bring a sense of wonder and imagination. So there's a bit of thought that goes into making them. Like snowflakes, no two are the same. Here's some inspiration for creating your own wintry tale!

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