Cold winter days provide a great opportunity to settle into some crafting with a hot drink and get that cosy feeling. Here are some crafting ideas for cold winter days.
Christmas Decorations
Even for those who love decorating their homes in the run-up to Christmas, there is something extra special about decorating your home with decorations you have created yourself. Home-made wreaths add a touch of class to any home and, if using materials and dried flowers from your own garden, are very sustainable.
You can try making your own Christmas tree baubles, with paintable ceramic and glass baubles available to buy from most crafting shops. You could also sew or create Christmas sacks or stockings with inexpensive hessian and personalise them with embroidery.
Macrame
Macrame is a fantastic hobby all year round. But especially in the run-up to Christmas, a time that many find stressful, it is a great way to relax and look after your mental health.
You can also create fantastic Christmas gifts, as the items you can make are very versatile, from homeware to clothing. If you are considering taking up macrame, beginners can order a macrame kit online to have all the materials they need. In addition, online retailers can also provide instructions to make a broad range of beautiful items, like those available from online specialists such as Wool Couture, for example.
Bath bombs and soaps
Making your own bath bombs and soaps is not as hard as you might think. By making your own, you can avoid adding nasty chemicals to your products, you can add your favourite scents and, best of all, they make excellent gifts! Most ingredients can be found in your kitchen cupboard, like baking soda.