An El Cheapo Christmas Gift



But super cute and crafty.......

4 comments:

Rachael said...

I love it! But, how dare you post it without step by step instructions! (You know...an "el cheapo gifts for idiots" guide?) :o)
Aren't starting your own family traditions just about the best?? Enjoy your holiday season....

Life With My Joys..... said...

Sorry Rach - just look at the pic.....an old mason jar, some fir tree tips, lots of cranberries, fill with water, place a tea light on top, tie some raffia around the middle with a dried orange should you please - and PRESTO!!!

P.S. To dry oranges or apples, just cut 'em in thin slices and either air dry for several days, or place in a barely heated oven for a few hours. Smells yummy, too!

P.P.S. - You can find old mason jars in any old antiquey store - or keep a look out at yard sales in the summer. That's where I usually collect mine.

Rachael said...

Awesome! Many thanks...I love the dried orange idea, too...didn't know how to do it before, but now I do!!! :o)

Angela Madaras said...

You go !!! It is the thought not the material........It is lovely what you created. I made all my gifts this year. I did not send out cards and no one has written me off their list, so far.
Angela