Hey! Its me, Michele, um guest posting? on my own blog! 🙂
What can I say, I needed a filler!
But that just means I can share this fun and simple Christmas decor project with you!
I’m calling it
—Santa’s Belt!—Â
Here’s the super quick tutorial…
1. Start with a decorative glass container and some sort of red filler. I’m using leftover red glitter balls from last year’s ornament wreath, and black glitter balls leftover from last year’s decor! You could also use miniature red ornaments or red pom poms.
2. Put a glass/candle/toilet paper roll (you get the idea) inside your glass container to take up some of the volume. I’m using an upside down Mason jar.
3. Start to drop in your red filler material.
4. About halfway up I added some of the black glitter balls to look like a belt, but this isn’t really necessary. I was just afraid I wouldn’t have enough of the red to fill the entire container.
Finally, take an old belt and wrap it around your glass container. Buckle the belt (pierce a hole if you need to) and trim off any excess.
And now we have some super cute and super simple Christmas decor!
I stuck mine up on my mantle. You’re getting a little sneak peek!
There will be a full reveal at a later date.
I link to these great parties!
Also linking up to
Mollie says
December 20, 2015 at 1:37 AMFun and festive and best of all, do-able! Thanks for sharing this on Throwback Thursday – I’ll be pinning it to our board, so make sure to follow! 🙂 Happy Holidays!
Jill says
December 16, 2015 at 8:54 AMThis is such a clever idea! Love it!
Jill
Doused In Pink
Nicole says
December 3, 2012 at 12:24 AMThis is one of my favorite Christmas crafts I’ve seen this year! And so easy, thanks so much for sharing.
seetastelove says
November 16, 2012 at 1:08 PMWhat a cute idea. I’m going to totally steal it for my mantel this Christmas. Thanks for sharing
Debbie K. says
November 12, 2012 at 9:06 PMWhat a clever and eye catching project! Love it. Thanks for sharing.
A Few Pennies says
December 18, 2011 at 7:51 PMThis is such a cute idea; I’ll remember this for next year–adding it to my idea list. I hope someone will Pinterest this too–would you object if “someone” asked to Pinterest your project? I’m just askin’–;) Merry Christmas!
Lori says
December 15, 2011 at 1:32 PMThis is bound to go viral…sooo cute and original! I’m a new follower too. Warm wishes
Jen Lossing, The Consigner Designer says
December 14, 2011 at 11:32 AMSo cute! What a great idea. Smart to use a filler as well. Great job!
Nichole says
December 13, 2011 at 11:47 AMSuch a great idea!!! I stuck some “cranberries” in a jar too and just wrapped a ribbon and bow around around it….Totally rethinking it and I’ll have to go through my belt stash and do this instead!
Coming over from: http://chasing2monkeys.blogspot.com
Ruby Jean says
December 13, 2011 at 10:49 AMOh So Cute and Fun… I have a brand new linky party that started today and would love for you to link up…http://shoprubyjean.com/2011/12/sew-crafty-tuesday-linky-party1/
Artsy VaVa says
December 12, 2011 at 11:16 PMThis is so cute! Thanks for the tip to use the mason jar to take up some of the room.
Jenn @ Peas and Crayons says
December 12, 2011 at 10:12 PMYou’re flipping brilliant!!!! I’m doing this right now!
The Southern Product Queen says
December 12, 2011 at 9:28 PMSuper cute idea! Saw it on Tip junkie tonight!
raising4princesses says
December 12, 2011 at 8:22 PMso cute. my kids would think it was a silly idea! I’m having a link party on my blog and I’d be tickled pink if you’d link this up! http://caribbeanmissionarywife.blogspot.com/2011/12/t-time-48-and-link-party.html
MadeByAPrincess says
December 12, 2011 at 12:24 PMHi! I found you via Sumo’s Sweet Stuff and this is so stinkin’ cute! I need to go thru my craft closet (aka anywhere I have craft stuff stored) and look for supplies. I am new to the “linky party scene” but would love for you to link up to my new party, What I Made Monday. [email protected]
[email protected] says
December 11, 2011 at 11:40 PMlooks fabulous!
Andrea Brand . Charcoal and Crayons says
December 11, 2011 at 11:30 PMThis is such a great idea! I love how a simple belt can create something so cute and stylish!
Lindsi B says
December 11, 2011 at 3:44 PMWow!!! What a WONDERFUL idea!!! I love it! We would love it if you would please link up with us for Fun Stuff Fridays.
http://www.toysinthedryer.com/2011/12/fun-stuff-fridays-3.html
southernscraps says
December 10, 2011 at 10:10 PMCute idea!
[email protected] says
December 10, 2011 at 9:22 PMAdorable! What a fun idea.
Michelle Johnnie says
December 10, 2011 at 7:53 PMSuper cute! lOVE IT! I am featuring this at somedaycrafts.blogspot.com. Grab my “featured” button.
Kara at Petals to Picots says
December 10, 2011 at 12:13 PMI’m over visiting from the Lolly Jane’s link party. I love this idea! I pinned it to Pinterest!
~Kara (your newest google follower 🙂
http://www.petalstopicots.com
Lauren says
December 9, 2011 at 10:44 PMI love this. SOOO CUTE! I did a similar decoration with cotton balls, lace and a felt bow.
Tenille says
December 9, 2011 at 8:59 PMI love this so much. How simple to make yet so cute. I am going to have to find me an old black belt and do this. Thanks for sharing. I would love it if you could link this up to our linky party going on right now. http://junkintheirtrunk.blogspot.com/2011/12/link-it-up-wednesday-6.html
Malinda Jane Sieg says
December 9, 2011 at 8:58 PMSuch a cute idea!
linda says
December 9, 2011 at 8:26 PMI’m all over the Santa belt decorating idea! Your project is so creative!
I’m waiting for my Santa suit ornament craft to dry so I can start linking up …
Amanda says
December 9, 2011 at 11:37 AMSuper cute and very creative!
Life In The Thrifty Lane says
December 9, 2011 at 10:22 AMSuch a cute idea! Visiting from Serenity Now!
Southern Fried Gal says
December 9, 2011 at 10:16 AMSuper cute idea! I am going to share on my facebook page. Thanks for sharing.
Holly says
December 8, 2011 at 8:00 PMI love this! It’s so cute! Thanks for sharing.
Danielle says
December 8, 2011 at 3:39 PMSuch a super fun and simple decor idea! I’d love for you to link up to my Christmas Carnival.
http://blissfulanddomestic.blogspot.com/2011/11/homemade-in-december-link-carnival.html
Holly Lefevre says
December 8, 2011 at 3:15 PMWhat a fun and easy idea! You are too clever.
Stacey says
December 8, 2011 at 8:13 AMStopping over from Some What Simple’s linky party. This is such a creative and adorable idea. Makes me want to go grab a belt and start cutting away! Pinning this so I remember it for next year!
marissa says
December 8, 2011 at 1:38 AMthis is such a cute idea I’d love you to add it to what we wore and made party over at http://raegunwear.blogspot.com
Megan says
December 8, 2011 at 12:14 AMSo cute. I think I might make one and fill it with red candy (like M&M’s or skittles).
Bronwyn says
December 7, 2011 at 9:53 PMToo cute! I love those glitter-covered balls. Where did you find them? The belt is the perfect 3D effect. Well done.
Angie says
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Ellen Stewart (aka Ellie/El/e/Mrs. Seaman) says
December 7, 2011 at 7:54 PMWhat a concept!
And there’s proof your stash again…
😉
Sierra @ Blue Robin Cottage says
December 7, 2011 at 5:49 PMOk I love this! 🙂 Brilliant idea!! 🙂 So Santa chic!
Beverly {Flamingo Toes} says
December 7, 2011 at 1:31 PMOk wow. You are a genius!! I love how quick and absolutely adorable this is!! Sooooooo cute!!!
Amy @ Positively Splendid says
December 7, 2011 at 12:55 PMSo, so cute, Michele!
Michelle Paige says
December 7, 2011 at 12:29 PMSuper cute idea! I posted your link on my FB page! https://www.facebook.com/pages/Michelle-Paige/182495291815164
The Answer Is Chocolate says
December 7, 2011 at 11:47 AMThis is so so so cute! I love it!
Lesley says
December 7, 2011 at 10:03 AMWAY adorable!! Get this….I saw this on Sew Woodsy before I saw it on your blog!!! I thought, wow, cute…what is this? … clicked on it. It was YOU!!! LOL Just reconfirming why I follow you in the first place!!! LOL Love this idea. You could even fill the jar with fresh cranberries!