Today I’m sharing some of the wreath Christmas gift tags that I started making a few years ago. These are a bit easier than the candy cane gift tags that I shared last week. You don’t need a sewing machine for these.
I actually make two variations of this. One on a shipping tag (on the left) and one with leftover cardboard (on the right).
They’re both pretty easy to make so get out your supplies and enjoy some Christmas crafting!
Supplies needed:
- shipping tags
- leftover coffee (or ink)
- pine chenille stems (I got mine at Hobby Lobby a few years ago.)
- vintage book pages (from a book that is already falling apart)
- red seam binding
Tools needed:
- wire cutters
- scissors
- glue (hot glue and glue stick or craft glue)
- bone folder
1. Dip the shipping tag in some cooled, leftover coffee. If you prefer, you can rub the edges on an ink pad. Or you can do both.
2. Cut your chenille stems in half and form into a circle, overlapping the ends just enough to tie some red seam binding around it. Tie a bow. Trim the ends.
3. Rip the vintage book pages to fit your tag. Use a glue stick or craft glue to attach. I smooth mine with a bone folder but that’s optional.
4. Glue the wreath to the tag and let dry.
The cardboard tags are done just the same except that I used my crop-o-dile to punch a hole and attach an eyelet. Then I added a string tie.
The photo on the left is from when Stampington magazine published them! That was exciting… I always like seeing my projects in magazines!
If you’re ready to make more Christmas projects check out my DIY | Christmas crafts and DIY board on Pinterest. You can also find more of my tutorials by clicking on “Tutorials” under my “DIY” tab at the top of this page.
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
Past Christmas tutorials:
- Matchbox Advent Calendar
- Christmas Ticket Banner
- Christmas Playing Card Banner
- Vintage Gameboard Christmas Card Album
Love how classic these look…gorgeous for a brown paper wrapped package!
Thanks for sharing with us this week at Monday Funday!!
Thanks, Meredith!
Super cute gift tags. I love their vintage feel! Thanks for sharing! PINNED!
I love the gift tags, very cute!!
Thanks, Tina!
Chenille stems? Really? Now that is a fabulous idea indeed! I love it!! Wishing you a merry Christmas 🙂
xox, Crystelle
CrystelleBoutique
Thank you for posting to Motivation Monday!
This looks so perfect! I love it! Pinned and tweeted. Thank you for being a part of our party. I hope to see you on Monday at 7 pm. It wouldn’t be a party without you!
Happy Saturday! Lou Lou Girls
love these! Thank you for sharing at the Thursday Favorite Things blog hop. xo
Super cute and creative! Thanks so much for linking up at Creative Spark Link Party last week. Hope you link up again today! http://bit.ly/1wg0JNp
These are absolutely darling! Pinning! Thanks for sharing at my Creative Ways Link Party!
Blessings,
Nici
Super cute!! Love the vintage feel to them. xo
Looks great.. what a fantastic idea!! Pinned it!
Your idea is very unique and amazing in fact too simple too made. I love this and I will definitely try this. Thanks for sharing this amazing and beautiful blog.