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Deck the halls with...paper! This simple craft can be dressed up (or down) with the ornaments of your choosing. How-to: 1. Hang a piece of black craft paper and draw a Christmas tree outline on it with chalk. 2. String garland and tape ornaments to the paper using double-sided tape. Or simply leave the tree unadorned.
Photo, Sian RichardsThis small fir makes a perfect centrepiece for a dinner table or credenza. How-to: Plant a tiny branch in an inexpensive vase. Decorate with small ornaments, or drape with garlands.
Photo, Sian RichardsMini trees make excellent centrepieces! Make multiples and plunk them around your home as festive decorations. How-to: 1. Place baby evergreens (found at your local garden centre) in a small tumbler or vase. 2. Wrap the vase in burlap, tie with twine and place in the centre of the table. 3. Spray with faux snow for added whimsy.
Artist and designer Courtney Wotherspoon’s cardboard tree is simple to make — and kid-friendly! Use it as a creative holiday guestbook or a place to display cards. (Click here for the detailed how-to.)
Photo by Sian RichardsThis tape tree can double as an advent calendar and a place to put gifts. How-to: Attach brown paper bags decorated with feather stamps, temporary tattoos and wood ornaments.
Photo, Sian RichardsCreate a pretty display for your console table or mantlepiece with hand-crafted dream catchers. All you need is embroidery hoops, adhesive and a selection of ribbons, feathers, beads and twine. Tip: These also make great ornaments (and presents).
Photo, Sian RichardsConsider making a beautiful wreath using greenery from your own backyard. (This one is made from a loop of red dogwood.) How-to: Bend bupple branches of rose hips and dogwood and tie together with with dark crimson berries. A silky bronze ribbon completes the look. (For more beautiful foraged wreaths, click here).
Photo, Sian RichardsAdorn a faux white tree with colourful decorations to create an instant pop in your living room.
Photo, Sian RichardsRelated: 8 things to do now to make the holidays easier 20 ways to get your holiday craft on How to style your holiday mantle like a pro
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