Christmas

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Holly and Mistletoe WIPs
ByNicola 03/12/201919/04/2024

Holly and Mistletoe WIPs Inspired by the winter solstice and season of Yule, these hanging ornaments are hand-made with copper metal wire work, gemstones and glass beads. The designs follow the familiar contours of holly and mistletoe leaves, adorned with red and white berries. Together they celebrate the heart of winter time when the earth…

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Art | Copper | Design Inspiration | Hanging Ornaments | Home Craft | Home Decor | Wall Art

Scandi Inspired Star Decoration
ByNicola 21/09/201817/11/2023

Scandi Inspired Star Decoration This festive hanging decoration follows the symmetrical geometric shapes of the ‘Nordic Star’. With a familiar Scandi design, this contemporary ornament loves sunny windows and winter gardens. Hand-made with copper wire work and Czech glass beads that love to shimmer and shine. The eight pointed star (octogram) has been part of…

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Yule Arts and Crafts
ByNicola 27/09/201628/10/2024

Yule Arts and Crafts Shhhh, I’m jumping the gun here and sharing my decorative yule offerings. With autumn now in full swing, many are thinking ahead to the festive season. View over my creative offering for yule gifts and crafts.

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Hanging Ornaments | Home Craft | Home Decor | Love Hearts | Tutorial

Gifts for Christmas Crafters
ByNicola 12/12/201520/02/2025

Gifts for Christmas Crafters Make a Little Hanging Heart For hobby crafters who love to make, there is our little love heart craft kit or tutorial. Author and designer Nicola has combined her twelve years teaching experience with her craft and jewellery know-how. Every step is photographed and described in detail. Suited to the complete…

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A More Traditional Christmas
ByNicola 27/10/201528/05/2021

A More Traditional Christmas Here is a copy of a magazine article I wrote in 2008 about opting for a more traditional and less wasteful Christmas. “Back to the Future – Treat yourself to a stylish traditional Christmas this year, writes designer Nicola. Most of us look forward to Christmas and spending time with family…

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Festive Decorations for Christmas
ByNicola 23/10/201520/08/2023

Festive Decorations for Christmas It’s nearly that festive time of year once again. Here at Earth Balance Craft we like to celebrate in a more natural and less commercial way. Say goodbye to mass produced Christmas ornaments, plastic tinsel and fake flora and fauna. Our traditional nod to the height of winter comes in the form…

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