Christmas or Winter Gnome Craft Project with Lights

We had so much fun making these little Winter Gnomes, that we thought we'd share the craft with you. Maybe you can take it and use your imagination and make whatever gnome your heart desires.

There are many holidays throughout the year to make a gnome for Valentine's Day, St.Patrick's Day, July 4th, Halloween, and Thanksgiving.

Here's all you need:

• Pint jar with lid
• Paint that will adhere to the glass
• Small paint brush
• Glue gun and glue sticks
• Fabric, cotton will work best
• Rick rack
• Felt
• White faux fur
• Plastic small snowflake or what embellishment you would like to use, depends on the theme of the gnome
• Wood bead with a flat side
• Styrofoam ball, pompom, cotton ball whatever you would like for the snowball
• Pink powder for the nose
• Qtip or brush to apply the powder
• White paint or marker
• LED lights

Step-by-step instructions:

Paint your pint jar with white paint, preferably for glass, then sprinkle white glitter all over the jar. Make sure you let it sit and dry before moving on to the next step. I also suggest you seal it because the glitter comes off rather easily and who likes glitter everywhere? Not me!

Cut your fabric into a triangle shape, and make sure the bottom is curved, it will go on the jar lid easier. Then hot glue the rick rack onto the bottom of the fabric.

Hot glue the fabric to the lid and overlap the fabric.

Glue the fabric up the middle to make the hat.

Cut the arm pieces out of the fabric and the mittens out of felt. Then glue the mittens to the back side of the arm fabric. 

Fold and glue both sides to make the arms.

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Cut a piece of rick rack out for the trim and hot glue them.

Glue the arms to the sides of the jar.

Cut a piece of faux fur and glue it to the jar. Make sure it's under the lip of the jar because you will have to screw the top on.

Cut out a heart shape for the feet and glue it to the bottom of the jar.

Pull back the fur to make a little area to glue the wood nose on. 

Glue the nose.

Use the powder to make the nose rosey on one side.

Use the white paint or maker to make three dots on the side of the rosey nose.

Fold over the hat and glue the snowflake onto the top of the hat. 

Glue the snowball onto the felt hand.

Turn the lights on and stick them in the jar. Close the lid on the gnome. 

VOILA! You've created a Winter Gnome. How fun is that? 

Watch him glow in the night. Cute little gnome.

You will find us making the craft here on our Youtube Channel at around 16:00 minutes. We had a lot of laughs with Rhonda making the gnome, she's a good sport. Her poor fingers. 🤣

Or you can take a look at the tutorial I made, whichever you choose I hope you enjoy the effort.

Are you a crafty person? Have you made anything like these gnomes? We'd love to hear from you in the comments below.

Happy holidays!

Kelly

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Happy Thanksgiving 2022

Sending good wishes to you this Thanksgiving! Good food that fills your table, good health as you work hard, and good times with family and friends. May you have all the best delights in life. Happy Thanksgiving!

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DIY Wood Slice Christmas Ornaments

These gorgeous napkin ornaments are simply easy to make. Within a few minutes, you can learn how to make napkin ornaments that you can totally personalize for yourself or friends and family.

How do you make Napkin Ornaments? Watch the video.

Instructions

1. Gather your supplies.

You will need the following:

• Wood Slice Ornaments 
• Paper Napkins (I bought mine at Dollar Tree)
• Mod Podge
• Scissors
• Sponge Paintbrush
• Fine grit sand block or paper
• Embellishments ( Dollar Tree )
• Craft glue or hot glue (I love this glue gun)

2. Line up the design. 

Line up the design you want from the napkin onto the wood slice ornament by laying the napkin over the top of the wood slice. You don't have to be precise (unless you have a particular design). 

3. Separate the napkin. 

Paper napkins have more than one ply. Gently rub a corner to get them to separate and then carefully pull it off. Cut it larger than the wood slice.

4. Put a layer of Mod Podge onto the wood slice. 

Use a paintbrush and paint a generous layer of Mod Podge onto the wood slice.

5. Press on the napkin. 

Carefully lay your napkin circle on top of the mod podge wood slice ornament. Use your fingers to press the napkin down and smooth it out. Make sure to press out any wrinkles or bubbles.

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 6. Sand the sides.

I used a fine-grit sand block to sand off the edges of the paper, plus you can see some of the bark of the wood.

7. Mod Podge the top of the napkin. 

Use the paintbrush and paint another layer of Mod Podge to the top of the napkin. Cover it completely up to the very edges.

8. Add the hanger.

You will have to push through the paper in order to pull the hanger through the hole.

9. Embellishments. 

Use your imagination on making these ornaments. The sky's the limit!

Do you like to make ornaments? Have you ever made this type of ornament? We'd love to hear from you in the comments below.

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HAPPY VETERANS DAY 2022 - Discounts for Vets

 HAPPY VETERANS DAY 2022

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Veterans Day, observed annually on November 11, is a tribute to military veterans who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces.

We would like to say thank you to all those that have served and are still serving in the military. We wouldn't be the country we are today without you.

Our parents were U.S. Marines and our father served in the Korean War and the Vietnam War. We are a proud military family as we have many family members that have served and are still in the service. THANK YOU!!

We thought we would share with you FREE Meals or discounts off meals for veterans. Please pass this along to all your family and friends.

2022 Free Meals for Veterans

Perkins

Perkins is offering Veterans to receive a free Magnificent Seven Breakfast Meal on November 11. 

Golden Corral

For veterans day, A Military Appreciation Night will take place at Golden Corral on November 14, Monday from 5pm until close. When dining in, you will receive a free “thank you” meal.

Hooters

Hooters Veterans Day Menu offers a free entrée to active duty military and veterans with the purchase of a beverage on November 11. Dine-in only.

Applebees

Applebees celebrating Veterans Day, Friday, November 11th, Applebee is on a mission to serve one million meals to military heroes. The active-duty military will receive a free meal when they dine on a special menu. As a bonus, military guests dining in on November 11 will receive a $5 bounce-back card that can be redeemed for dine-in, to-go, or delivery within three weeks. On Veterans Day visit their local Applebee’s to enjoy veterans day free meals.

Bob Evans

As always, Bob Evans will be celebrating Veterans Day on November 11 by offering free meals. On Veterans Day 11-11-2022, The Bob Evans Restaurants offer a special menu of 7 homestyle favorites FREE* to veterans and active duty military members.

1. Country Biscuit Breakfast
2. Brioche French Toast
3. The Mini Sampler
4. Buttermilk Hotcakes
5. Soup & Salad Combo
6. Country-Fried Steak – Dinner Bell Plate
7. Mushroom & Onion Chopped Steak – Dinner Bell Plate

Veterans and active-duty military personnel are eligible for one free item from this menu on November 11, 2022, at all Bob Evans restaurants. Beverages are not included. This is a dine-in offer only. Offers, discounts, and coupons cannot be combined.

All these honored servicemen and women need do is show proof of service, including U.S. Uniformed Services (current or retired) Identification Card, a current Leave and Earnings Statement (LES), or a Veterans’ organization card (American Legion or VFW, for example). Visitors wearing a military uniform on Veterans Day also are also eligible.

Freddy’s Frozen Custard and Steakburgers

Those who visit the restaurant on November 11 get a free Freddy’s Original Double with Cheese combo meal card that can be redeemed until November 30 of the same year.

Bonefish Grill

On Friday, November 11th, all active and retired service members with a valid military ID will receive 10% discount on their check all day, every day at all Bonefish Grill locations.

Buffalo Wild Wings Free Wings

On Veterans Day, November 11, Buffalo Wild Wings is offering veterans and active-duty military members a free order of 10 boneless wings and fries. Dine-in or takeout is available (online ordering excluded). To redeem, proof of service must be shown.

Underneath are all the general restaurants and other shops that are giving away free meals, concessions, and other freebies to veterans on Veterans Day (Friday, November 11, 2022).

Macaroni Grill:

Free Mom’s Ricotta Meatballs & Spaghetti entrée this Veteran’s Day, Friday, November 11th to all veterans and active military.

BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse

Visit your local BJ’s restaurant with your military ID to get veterans day restaurants free meals from a select menu. Dine in only.

Black Angus Steakhouse

Veterans can take advantage of November 11 All-American Steak Plate deal for just $11.99 (the regular price is $23.99). This deal is available for restaurant dining and for take-out orders.

Cracker Barrel

In-store or online, on November 11, veterans can enjoy a free slice of Double Chocolate Fudge Coca-Cola Cake.

Tiresome and unvarying or showing a photo of yourself in uniform is also acknowledged as proof of service at some restaurants. Before you go out or look for free veterans day meals near you, check with your local restaurant to settle the military discount is accessible at your desired location. To exchange many of these offers, you need to show proof of service, such as a valid military ID or Veterans Society Card (i.e., American Legion and VFW).

California Pizza Kitchen – November 8-10, 2022

Veterans and active-duty military with a valid ID can grab a free meal and non-alcoholic drink from a pre-selected menu at California Pizza Kitchen for dine-in or takeout. California Pizza Kitchen will be donating 20% of all sales from November 8 to November 10 to Disabled American Veterans.

Chicken Salad Chick – November 11, 2022

Free Chick Special and regular drink on Veterans Day.

Denny’s – November 11, 2022

On November 11, Denny’s will be offering any Veterans or active-duty military with a valid ID a free Build Your Own Grand Slam breakfast from 5 a.m. until noon.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit – November 11, 2022

Free pulled pork classic sandwich is available this Veterans Day. To redeem in-store, Veterans and current military personnel must present a military ID or valid proof of service.

Duck Donuts – November 11, 2022

All Veterans and active-duty service members with IDs can get a free doughnut on Veterans Day at participating Duck Donuts locations.

Hard Rock Café – November 11, 2022

On November 11, both active-duty and retired military can receive a free Legendary Steak Burger at the Hard Rock Cafe. They can also take advantage of the Hard Rock Cafe’s military discount of 15% off other items.

Huddle House – November 11, 2022

Huddle House is offering a free MVP breakfast platter to all active military members and Veterans with proper ID on Veterans Day.

Ikea – November 11, 2022

Enjoy a free meal at Ikea on Veterans Day. Military ID required.

K&W Cafeteria – November 11, 2022

Free dessert with the presentation of your military ID on Veterans Day. Offer valid 11 a.m. to closing. Dine-in or takeout.

Krispy Kreme Free Doughnut & Coffee – November 11, 2022

On Veterans Day, a doughnut and coffee will be on the house.

Little Caesars – November 11, 2022

On Veterans Day, Veterans and active-duty military can get a free Lunch Combo from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Little Caesars. Only select Little Caesars are participating, so make sure you call ahead to your local one before you head over.

Logan’s Roadhouse – November 11, 2022

On Veterans Day, all active-duty military and Veterans are invited to enjoy a free meal from the American roadhouse menu in honor of Veterans Day. This offer is available 3 – 6 p.m. at all Logan’s Roadhouse restaurants nationwide.

Melting Pot – November 11, 2022

Veterans eat for free on Veterans Day at select Melting Pot locations with the purchase of regular-priced four-course meals. Veterans must show military IDs.

Menchie’s – November 11, 2022

Cool off with a free six ounces of frozen yogurt when you present your military ID on November 11.

Mission BBQ – November 11, 2022

Veterans and active duty military will receive a free sandwich on Veterans Day.

Metro Diner – November 11, 2022

Veterans and active-duty military will receive 50% off a meal of their choosing on Veterans Day.

O’Charley’s – November 11, 2022

Veterans can get a free meal—a $10 value—at participating O’Charley’s locations on November 11 if they show military ID. O’Charley’s offers a special “Veterans Thank You Menu” that you can choose from. Just check beforehand to see if your nearby O’Charley’s is participating.

Olive Garden – November 11, 2022

This Veterans Day, Olive Garden is offering Veterans and active-duty service members a free entree from a special menu. All entrees include Olive Garden’s famous breadsticks and a choice of soup or salad.

On The Border Free Entree – November 11, 2022

This Veterans Day, Veterans and active-duty military will receive a free pick-two combo meal.

Red Lobster – November 11, 2022

In honor of Veterans Day, and to thank veterans, active-duty military, and reservists for their service, Red Lobster is offering guests a free Walt’s Favorite Shrimp, Fries, and Coleslaw, featuring six hand-breaded, butterflied and lightly fried shrimp, served with cocktail sauce, as well as crispy French Fries and Coleslaw.

The offer is available for dine-in and To Go orders placed in-restaurant between 11:00am and 4:00pm local time on Friday, November 11, 2022. Guests only need to show a valid military ID or proof of service to redeem this offer.

Red Robin – November 11, 2022

On Friday, November 11th, Red Robin is inviting all veterans and active-duty military to enjoy a FREE Red's Tavern Double® burger served with Bottomless Steak Fries® at participating restaurants nationwide. 

Starbucks – November 11, 2022

On Veterans Day, active-duty service members, Reservists, Veterans, and military spouses are invited to enjoy a free tall (12-ounce) hot brewed coffee at participating Starbucks stores.

And new this year, Starbucks is expanding this offer to include a free tall (12-oz) iced coffee.

Texas Roadhouse – November 11, 2022

On November 11 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Veterans can drive into the parking lot of their closest Texas Roadhouse and pick up a meal voucher with a valid military ID or proof of service.

Wendy’s – November 11, 2022

Wendy’s nationwide are offering a free breakfast combo with a valid military ID on Veterans Day. No purchase is necessary.

Zaxby’s – November 11, 2022

At participating locations only, all Veterans and current military get free boneless wings on Veterans Day.

These is just a few of the many restaurant's offerings free meals or discounts on meals. For more discounts, check out Military Benefits.

Stay sassy,

Kelly

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