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From easy crafts for kids to ornate DIYs for adults, our collection of artsy inspiration will help you fill your home with holiday decor while filling a few happy hours with glitter and kraft paper. Between picking out Christmas gifts and baking Christmas cookies, a little crafting and creativity can help your holiday season feel even more merry and bright. RibbonScissorsRetro bell-shaped ornaments (or any old ornaments) Craft knifePaper towel rollGreen paintPaintbrushGlueRed pom poms (sparkly pom-poms optional)String or twineScissors...
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