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Step into the enchanting world of the Dowager Empress Marie, whose elegant presence and signature scent of peppermints left an indelible mark in the memory of Anastasia. Just as the aroma of peppermints evokes a sense of nostalgia and warmth during the holiday season, we bring you a delightful collection of holiday crafts inspired by this beloved character. From whimsical ornaments to festive decorations, these super easy DIY projects will infuse your home with the timeless charm and sweetness reminiscent of The Dowager Empress Marie herself.
Our crafting guide will transport you to this magical realm as we explore simple yet stunning ways to incorporate peppermint designs into your holiday festivities. So gather your materials, unleash your inner artisan, and prepare to infuse your home with the irresistible allure of peppermints as we embark on a crafting adventure fit for royalty!
Peppermint Wrapping
Instructions
Wrap your cookie cans like peppermints and gift them to your friends and family
- Take 2 Red and White Strip Tissue papers
- Wrap the can twisting the ends
- Secure with red ribbons or fasteners
Craft Fabric Peppermints
Instructions
Place some fake peppermints sporadically near the Christmas tree or create a large quantity and position them in the middle of your table as a center piece.
- Cut a 6.5-inch by 4-inch rectangle from red and white ticking striped fabric.
- Join foam board circles together to the desired thickness with hot glue (Alternatively use cardboard cut into circles or wooden craft rings)
- Wrap the fabric around them and securely.
- Tie the ends with red ribbon or ties.
Whimsical Peppermint trees
Instructions
The charming peppermint trees would make a delightful addition to your home decor. If you plan to display them outdoors, it’s recommended to use cellophane to protect the candy.
- Acquire a piece of styrofoam ball and a stick (broom sticks or stakes are suitable). Push Stick into styrofoam ball.
- Paint the stick white. Use hot glue to attach peppermint candies onto the surface (or opt for fake candy). Consider adding stripes by wrapping red ribbon around it and gluing it in place. Alternatively use red glitter tape or paint on stripes.
- Place some stones at the bottom of a painted flower pot, bucket, or gift wrapped box to provide stability.
- Fill the surrounding area with newspaper to keep the stick upright.
- Embellish the base with an assortment of stones, garland, wrapping papers, and/or pine branches. For an extra touch, add lights.
Large Peppermint Ornament
Instructions
If you’re feeling inspired by the abundance of peppermint Christmas trees, this project could be perfect for you. All you’ll need is a foam disc, a marker, red paint, glue, and some glitter.
- Start by getting a styrofoam disc and drawing a peppermint pattern on it as a guide.
- Then, paint the red areas while making sure to cover your guide line.
- Next, dip or sprinkle red glitter onto the painted areas and let it dry.
- Once dried dust off excess red glitter then using a paint brush apply glue to the white areas.
- Once dry, remove any excess glitter and use a paint brush to apply glue to the white areas. Then add glitter to the glued surfaces and let it dry.
- Finally, attach hooks, ribbons, or stakes for hanging using hot glue..
Craft your own Peppermint Ball Ornaments
Instructions
Here goes a cool project to craftyour own peppermint balls Christmas ornaments. Gather the following supplies: Painters Tape, Glue, Paint, Glitter, Ornaments.
- Begin by using the DIY pack of frosted Christmas ornaments and create a guide for the initial stripe using painters tape.
- Proceed to paint the designated areas red, allowing them to dry before removing the tape and moving on to the next section.
- Once dry, apply Elmer’s glue over the surface and dip the ball in frost-colored glitter.
- As an alternative, you can utilize plastic balls you already have and customize them with paint or glitter as desired. Feel free to modify materials as necessary to produce your own unique variations.