12 days of Christmas pinspiration (day eight)

Day Eight:

Candy Cane Wreaths
from:  Frosting and a Smile

What you'll need:

1.  Candy Canes

2.  Baking Sheet

3.  Parchment Paper

Place the parchment paper on the bottom of the cookie sheet and lay the candy canes on the parchment paper.  Make sure the canes aren't touching each other and bake in a 250 degree oven for about 4-6 minutes.  

Once the canes come out of the oven, allow to cool for about 30 seconds.  Taking each candy cane, bend into a circle, attaching the next circle to the one before it.  Make a long chain and add to your Christmas tree or garland.  The candy canes can also be shaped into other designs, similar to the ones on Artful Parent.

Be sure and visit Frosting and a Smile to see other great DIY projects to add to your holiday decor this year.  And be sure and visit Artful Parent for tips and tricks to other DIY activities to do with your kids.

12 Days of Christmas Pinspiration (day eight) 2012

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12 days of Christmas pinspiration (day seven)

Day Seven:

DIY Rustic Pine Christmas Trees
from:  Liz Marie Blog

What you'll need:

1.  Three Styrofoam Cones

2.  Small Bag of Pine Pieces (similar to these)

3.  Hot Glue

Sort the pine pieces by size and work with the same size, if possible.  Hot glue on the pine pieces starting at the bottom working your way up the cone to completely the project.  You can be as symmetrical or as unique as you choose.  Finish the top of the trees with a small piece to have it come to a point. 

Be sure and visit Liz Marie Blog to see what other great projects she comes up with.  Such a fun and talented woman.  

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12 Days of Christmas Pinpiration (day seven) 2012

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