Last week I had a blast teaming up with Kelly from Simply Kelly Designs to host a Holiday Craft Party. The fun didn’t stop there — welcome to the After Party. Here we recap the week’s projects, announce the Michael’s gift card winner, and highlight some of our favorite holiday projects shared by readers. Whether you’re looking for quick DIY ornaments, creative gift tags, or festive decor ideas, this recap brings everything together in one place to inspire your holiday crafting.
Ornaments
- Rustic DIY Christmas Ornaments by Weekend Craft — charming handmade ornaments with a rustic touch that are easy to personalize and perfect for gift-giving.
- Ribbon Wrapped Christmas Tree Ornament by Simply Kelly Designs — a simple, elegant ornament idea using ribbon that adds color and texture to any tree.
Gift Tags
- Christmas Tags With Paint Chips by Weekend Craft — a budget-friendly, colorful way to make coordinating gift tags using paint chips from the hardware store.
- Christmas Gift Tags Using Scrapbook Paper Scraps With Free Cut File by Simply Kelly Designs — clever tag designs that use paper scraps and include a free cut file for ease and consistency.
Holiday Decor
- Chalkboard Christmas Sign by Weekend Craft — a versatile, handmade sign that can be customized with seasonal messages and displayed year after year.
- We Wish You A Merry Christmas Glass Block With Free Cut File by Simply Kelly Designs — a festive glass block project that lights up and makes a great table or mantel accent.
Drum Roll Please…..
And the winner of the Michael’s gift card is Lisa A from Idaho. Congratulations, Lisa! The gift card has been mailed and is on its way to you. Thank you to everyone who participated and shared their projects — we loved seeing your creativity and holiday spirit.
Some Holiday Favorites
To wrap up our three-day Holiday Craft Party, Kelly and I asked readers to share their favorite holiday projects. Below are a handful of standout projects from our community that are easy to recreate and full of seasonal charm. Use these for inspiration, or follow the tutorials to make your own festive additions around the house.
Snow DIY Throw Pillows from Two Purple Couches
These snowy applique throw pillows add a cozy, handmade touch to any living room. The tutorial walks through simple cutting and sewing techniques, making this project accessible to beginners and a great way to refresh your holiday decor.
DIY Washi Christmas Gift Tags from The Thinking Closet
Washi tape gift tags are a quick, colorful solution for wrapping presents. This project shows how to layer patterns and add small details for professionally styled tags without the fuss.
Christmas Countdown Sign from Two Purple Couches
Create excitement in your home with a handmade Christmas countdown sign. It’s a fun interactive piece for families and can be customized with paint, chalkboard paint, or interchangeable numbers.
Wood Slice Ornaments from Get Silvered
Wood slice ornaments bring a natural, rustic feel to the tree. This project features tips for prepping wood slices, sealing them, and adding simple designs or initials for personalized gifts.
A Healthy Holiday Hostess Gift from Lucky Scarf
Looking for a thoughtful edible gift? This recipe and presentation idea offers a wholesome take on traditional hostess treats, with tips on packaging and labeling to make a memorable holiday present.
Thank you again to everyone who joined our Holiday Craft Party, linked up projects, and shared ideas. We hope this roundup gives you fresh inspiration to start crafting for the season—whether you’re making ornaments, tags, or decor, these projects are tried-and-true ways to bring handmade warmth to your holidays.