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Craft Kit: 10" Christmas Door Hanger
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Craft Kit: 10" Christmas Door Hanger
$15.00

10" Square Merry Christmas DIY Door Hanger Kit

Add a handmade touch to your Christmas decorating with this festive 10" square door hanger! This DIY kit includes everything you need to create a cheerful Christmas decoration, complete with a pre-assembled bow, greenery, and a sweet Merry Christmas gift tag.

With some of the decorative details already prepared, you can spend less time assembling and more time enjoying the fun of creating something special for your home!

What's Included:

  • One 10" square wood sign

  • One pre-assembled decorative bow

  • Greenery embellishments

  • Paint samples in the colors shown in the sample pictures

  • One paintbrush

  • Painter's tape for creating the design

  • Braided jute for hanging

  • One Merry Christmas gift tag

What You'll Need:

  • Hot glue gun and hot glue for attaching embellishments

A Few Things to Know:

  • These kits are assembled as orders are placed. While I do my best to keep materials as close as possible to those pictured, some supplies or embellishments may vary slightly throughout the season based on availability.

  • The bow comes pre-assembled, so you can focus on painting and putting together your finished design.

  • IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO PURCHASE MORE THAN 3 KITS, please reach out so I can get you set up with the most appropriate shipping!

Not Interested in DIY?

No problem! You can also select the "Make It for Me" option to have your finished door hanger handmade and ready to display.

Want to Make It a Party?

Gather your friends and host a Christmas craft party! We can bring the fun of this project to your group and provide instruction for everyone. Paint parties are offered for the same price as purchasing an individual kit. Contact us for questions, details, and scheduling options.

Pickup & Shipping: Available for delivery within 20 miles of Germantown Hills, Illinois, or shipping directly to your door.

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Craft Kit: Wooden Winter Church
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Craft Kit: Wooden Winter Church
$15.00

Wooden Church DIY Craft Kit

Add a sweet touch of Christmas charm to your seasonal decorating with this adorable wooden church! This DIY kit comes with the church pre-assembled, so you can skip the building and jump right into the fun of painting and decorating.

Featuring a classic church design, a little wreath with a bow, and a wooden cross, this project makes a beautiful handmade decoration for your home or a thoughtful gift for someone special.

What's Included:

  • One pre-assembled wooden church (approximately 9" tall)

  • Paint samples in the colors shown in the sample pictures

  • Two paintbrushes (one large and one small)

  • One decorative wreath with bow

  • One wooden cross embellishment

What You'll Need:

  • Hot glue gun and hot glue for attaching embellishments

A Few Things to Know:

  • These kits are assembled as orders are placed. While I do my best to keep materials as close as possible to those pictured, some supplies or embellishments may vary slightly based on availability.

  • The church comes pre-assembled, so no woodworking or assembly is required.

  • IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO PURCHASE MORE THAN 3 KITS, please reach out so I can get you set up with the most appropriate shipping!

Not Interested in DIY?

No problem! You can also select the "Make It for Me" option to have your finished wooden church handmade and ready to display.

Want to Make It a Party?

Gather your friends and host a craft party! We can bring the fun of this project to your group and provide instruction for everyone. Paint parties are offered for the same price as purchasing an individual kit. Contact us for questions, details, and scheduling options.

Pickup & Shipping: Available for delivery within 20 miles of Germantown Hills, Illinois, or shipping directly to your door.

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Craft Kit: Snowman Hat
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Craft Kit: Snowman Hat
$15.00

Wooden Snowman Hat DIY Craft Kit

Add a little winter charm to your holiday decorating with this adorable wooden snowman hat! This DIY kit gives you everything you need to create your own festive decoration, complete with classic black and white colors, ribbon, and fun seasonal embellishments.

Whether you're crafting for yourself or looking for a fun seasonal project, this kit is a great way to enjoy a little creativity and make something handmade for your home!

What's Included:

  • One pre-assembled 10" wooden snowman hat

  • Black and white paint samples

  • One large paintbrush

  • One small paintbrush

  • Ribbon

  • Additional embellishments as pictured

What You'll Need:

  • Hot glue gun and hot glue for attaching embellishments

A Few Things to Know:

  • These kits are assembled as orders are placed. While I do my best to keep materials as close as possible to those pictured, some supplies or embellishments may vary slightly throughout the season based on availability.

  • Your finished decoration will have its own handmade personality, making each piece a little unique!

  • IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO PURCHASE MORE THAN 3 KITS, please reach out so I can get you set up with the most appropriate shipping!

Not Interested in DIY?

No problem! You can also select the "Make It for Me" option to have your finished wooden snowman hat handmade and ready to display.

Want to Make It a Party?

Gather your friends and host a winter craft party! We can bring the fun of this project to your group and provide instruction for everyone. Paint parties are offered for the same price as purchasing an individual kit. Contact us for questions, details, and scheduling options.

Pickup & Shipping: Available for delivery within 20 miles of Germantown Hills, Illinois, or shipping directly to your door.

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Craft Kits: Winter Characters
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Craft Kits: Winter Characters
$12.00

Wooden Block Winter Character DIY Craft Kit

Bring a little handmade Christmas charm into your home with these adorable wooden block winter characters! Choose from three festive designs: Frosty the Snowman, Rudolph the Reindeer, or Santa Claus.

These DIY kits are perfect for crafters with some experience who enjoy getting creative and adding their own personal touch. Each character features hand-painted facial details rather than stencils, making every finished decoration a little bit unique!

What's Included:

  • Detailed, step-by-step instructions to guide you through creating your decoration

  • One pre-cut and sanded pine wood block (approximately 3 1/2" x 1 1/2" x 8")

  • Paint samples in the colors shown in the sample pictures

  • Additional embellishments and wooden cutouts specific to your chosen character

  • One large paintbrush

  • One small paintbrush

What You'll Need:

  • Hot glue gun and hot glue for attaching embellishments

A Few Things to Know:

  • These kits are assembled as orders are placed. While I do my best to keep materials as close as possible to those pictured, some supplies or embellishments may vary slightly throughout the season based on availability.

  • Each character is hand-painted, so your finished decoration may have its own unique personality!

  • These kits are best suited for crafters with some experience, especially those comfortable with painting smaller details.

  • IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO PURCHASE MORE THAN 3 KITS, please reach out so I can get you set up with the most appropriate shipping!

Not Interested in DIY?

No problem! You can also select the "Make It for Me" option to have your finished wooden character handmade and ready to display.

Want to Make It a Party?

Gather your friends and host a winter craft party! We can bring the fun of this project to your group and provide instruction for everyone. Paint parties are offered for the same price as purchasing an individual kit. Contact us for questions, details, and scheduling options.

Pickup & Shipping: Available for delivery within 20 miles of Germantown Hills, Illinois, or shipping directly to your door.

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Football Porch Leaner
$50.00

Bring a little football spirit to your front porch with this fun twist on a classic welcome sign! Featuring a football in place of the “O” in “Welcome,” this porch leaner is a simple and playful way to show your love for the game all season long.

The Details:
This porch leaner is approximately 46 inches tall and 11 1/4 inches wide. It features a black painted background, green painted top and bottom, and white, permanent vinyl text that reads “Welcome” with a 3D football in place of the “O.” The front and sides of the porch leaner are sealed with Polycrylic for weather protection, however, no wood decor should be exposed to direct sunlight and/or weather for long periods of time to avoid fading, yellowing and peeling.

Shipping/delivery fulfillment is in approximately 7-10 business days after order is placed.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Our signs and crafts are made from real wood and hand-painted, which means you may see wood knots, crevices and other imperfections. This is what adds character to every piece and makes every sign unique. Any direct sunlight or prolonged sun/weather exposure may cause your sign to fade, peel or yellow over time.

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Pawprint Porch Leaner
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Pawprint Porch Leaner
$45.00

Add a warm welcome for both guests and furry family members with this pet-inspired porch leaner! Featuring the phrase “Welcome to Our HOME” with a pawprint replacing the “O,” this design is the perfect way to celebrate the pets that make a house feel complete. Whether displayed on your front porch, entryway, or gifted to a fellow animal lover, this handcrafted piece adds a cozy and playful touch to your home décor.

The Details:
This porch leaner is approximately 46 inches tall and 11 1/4 inches wide. It features a black painted background, stained border, and white stencil painted text that reads “Welcome to our HOME” with a painted pawprint in place of the “O.” The top can include an optional pawprint themed bow. The front and sides of the porch leaner are sealed with Polycrylic for weather protection, however, no wood decor should be exposed to direct sunlight and/or weather for long periods of time to avoid fading, yellowing and peeling.

Shipping/delivery fulfillment is in approximately 7-10 business days after order is placed.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Our signs and crafts are made from real wood and hand-painted, which means you may see wood knots, crevices and other imperfections. This is what adds character to every piece and makes every sign unique. Any direct sunlight or prolonged sun/weather exposure may cause your sign to fade, peel or yellow over time.

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