Today I’m sharing another quick and easy Christmas project that you can make ahead of time. These candy cane Christmas gift tags are great for using up scraps of vintage lace. I love how the old scraps look with the bright new chenille stems!
I do realize that this is the middle of July. So turn the AC and the Christmas music up, make some hot chocolate, get your craft supplies out, and celebrate Christmas in July, aka CIJ.
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Candy Cane Christmas Gift Tags
Supplies needed:
- shipping tags, approx 4.75″ x 2.375″
- leftover coffee (or ink)
- red/white striped chenille stems (I got mine at Hobby Lobby several years ago but I saw some on Etsy and Amazon last week.)
- green seam binding
- vintage book pages
- scraps of lace
- red rick rack
Tools needed:
- scissors
- glue (hot or craft glue)
- sewing machine
- wire cutters
1. First, prep the shipping tags by removing the string and dipping them in leftover coffee. Allow it time to dry. If you prefer, you can just rub the edges of the tag against an ink pad. The next to the last photo on this page is an example. Or you can do both.
2. Cut your chenille sticks into thirds and shape each piece to look like a candy cane.
3. Tear strips of vintage book pages to fit the tag. Cut pieces of lace and rick rack. They don’t have to be exact. Mine overlapped the edges a bit.
4. Arrange on the tag so you can see where each piece needs to be placed. Layer and sew the text, lace, and rick rack. Then tie a piece of green seam binding through the hole.
5. Glue the “candy cane” on. Allow it time to dry.
If you make these, I’d love to see a photo. Share on my Facebook page or tag me on Pinterest!
Christmas in July 2014 with Duct Tape and Denim includes:
- 7/9 – Candy Cane Christmas Gift Tags
- 7/16 – Wreath Christmas Gift Tags
- 7/18 – Vintage Silver Coaster Christmas Ornaments
- 7/23 – Homemade Vanilla
- 7/25 – Christmas Necklaces with Personalized Gift Box Inserts
- 7/28 – Mixed Media Christmas Ornament Tutorial
- 7/30 – Homemade Vanilla Sugar
Other Christmas tutorials:
- Matchbox Advent Calendar
- Christmas Ticket Banner
- Christmas Playing Card Banner
- Vintage Gameboard Christmas Card Album
Originally published July 9, 2014. Featured on: Make It Monday @ Katherine’s Corner and Make It Monday #29 on Katherine’s Corner
‘Til the next project,
Ann @ Duct Tape and Denim
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Michelle from Weekend Craft says
Christmas in July! How fun! Thanks so much for stopping by Creative Spark Link Party. Hope you stop by today and link up again.http://bit.ly/1t2Ohhl
Marigene says
I might have to steal this idea!
Have a great week.
Christie says
This gift tag is so cute! I’m pinning! Stopping by from Lou Lou Girls Fabulous Party. Have a fantastic week!
Sarah R. says
Aren’t these so delightful?!? Love them 100%! Thank you for linking up at Snickerdoodle Sunday…hope to see you again later this week!
Sarah (Sadie Seasongoods)
Emily says
Super cute gift tag! Thanks for sharing with us at Your Designs This Time!
Emily & Erin
Pauline Molinari says
I’m stopping by from the Monday Funday Party and absolutely love your candy cane tag! Super cute and crafty!
Kyla @ HouseOfHipsters says
I love these! They are so cute! Thanks for sharing! Also wanted to let you know about a new linky party starting this Saturday at 8pm called “Found & Foraged” Can’t wait to party with you at http://www.houseofhipsters.com
Barb @ A Life in Balance says
Thank you for posting on Motivation Monday!
Pamela-FromMyFrontPorchToYours says
What darling tags! I just finished making a bunch of candy canes from pipe cleaners. Wish I would have checked HobbyLobby first. Thanx for partying at THT.
Katherines Corner says
I love this! Thank you for sharing at the Thursday Favorite Things blog hop. Watch for your feature on Monday ♥
Kimberly says
Hello cute lady! This looks so stinkin cute. Pinned. We really appreciate you taking the time to stop by our party. It wouldn’t be a party without you. Please join us on Monday at 7 pm. Happy Saturday! Lou Lou Girls
Sherry says
Very cute! Thanks for sharing!