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December 1, 2012

18 Christmas Projects

Happy December! I actually can’t believe it is ONLY December 1st today! This is the first year I have EVER done Christmas crafts and shopping way before December (I normally wait until last minute) so I feel like it should be almost Christmas by now. But I’m not complaining, I’m loving that this month is just beginning and I’m looking forward to all of the fun events ahead.

SO here is my narrowed down list of some of my favorite projects.

 

Birch Bark Advent Calendar by Meeha Meeha

Faux Grain Sack Tree Skirt by Dirt Stains and Paint

Rustic Believe Sign by Creative Raisins

DIY Christmas Wreath by Love of Family and Home

Little Stocking Advent Calendar by Sweet Little Gals

Fingerless Holiday Gloves by Ruby Jean

West Elm Knock Off Mistletoe by It’s Overflowing

Framed Ornament Tree by The Sweet Survival

Hot Cocoa Bar by Clean and Scentsible

Free Chalkboard Printables by Glamorous, Affordable Life

Snowy Pinecone Wreath by Becoming Martha

Spray Painted Gift Wrap by The Lily Pad Cottage

Rosette Tree by Eat.Sleep.Make.

Scandinavian Inspired Christmas Table by Lacquer and Linen

Hot Chocolate Station by Finding Home Online

JOY Mantel by Uncommon Designs

Felt Pine Trees by Love Grows Wild

Boxwood Christmas Wreath by Just So Lovely

Just a note, if you love these projects as much as much as I do and want to pin an image, please head over to their site first. Thanks!

Have a great weekend!

About Taryn Whiteaker

Hi! I’m Taryn! The voice behind Taryn Whiteaker Designs. I launched this brand over 11 years ago when I became a stay-at-home mom. What started as a small craft and mom blog eventually grew into a full time design and DIY site. My goal has always been to inspire others (especially women!) with design ideas, DIY tutorials, entertaining ideas and give you the tools you need to complete them yourself!

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  1. Laura @ Finding Home says

    December 1, 2012 at 4:47 am

    Thanks so much for sharing my hot chocolate station – so many pretty projects! Have a great weekend, Laura

    Reply
  2. Christina at I Gotta Create! says

    December 1, 2012 at 5:19 am

    Wow! Those are some stunning features!!
    <3 Christina

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  3. Tina from A Few Pretty Things says

    December 1, 2012 at 5:48 am

    Lovely ideas! I love the last wreath, so fine and romantic!

    Reply
  4. Ashley C. says

    December 1, 2012 at 9:33 am

    Wow – these are all really great features! Thanks for featuring my little creation as well!

    Reply
  5. Angelina says

    December 1, 2012 at 10:54 am

    Oh, WOW!!! Thank you so much Taryn for including my Fingerless Gloves in your features. I can see how it would be difficult to choose, when all over blog land there are so many Wonderfully talented DIY women. Have a great weekend!
    Angelina

    Reply
  6. Pudel - design says

    December 1, 2012 at 2:00 pm

    Thank you so much for your lovely comment on my bedroom;)
    These projects are great, love the gift paper!
    Lovely greetings…

    http://pudel-design.blogspot.de/

    Reply
  7. Jocie@TheBetterHalf says

    December 2, 2012 at 9:58 am

    They are all so pretty!!! I love those birch tags!

    Reply
  8. Loretta | A Finn In The Kitchen says

    December 2, 2012 at 2:38 pm

    So many cute projects to start off the season with a bang! I love this!

    Reply
  9. Jenn says

    December 2, 2012 at 7:45 pm

    Thanks so much for the feature Taryn! I can’t believe all of the AMAZING Christmas projects out there in blogland this year – love all of your picks! Happy December!
    Jenn xo

    Reply
  10. Lisa @ Creative Raisins says

    December 2, 2012 at 9:26 pm

    Thank you so much for featuring my Believe Sign. The list of projects is amazing and I am happy to be among them.

    Lisa~ Creative Raisins

    Reply

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