This is a fun way to help change our thinking about packaging and wrapping paper that can make a big difference to our landfills and our planet. For the holidays, instead of wrapping all your packages up in wrapping paper (which then gets torn off and thrown away), why not make some pretty boxes that you can re-use? Better yet, make it into a fun, Christmas day game. Here’s how it works:
NapkinsAn ironCan of spray starch or sizingA flat surfaceYour holiday table can be formal or whimsical but no matter what style you like, you can dress it up with these simple napkin folding techniques.
Frosted plastic bowls (you can get these at a party store or use frosting spray to frost your own)Pupil print outs for the eyes (You can download the pupils from our website, or make your own drawing on a piece of paper.)Black Foam CoreTapeScissors Hot glue gunSpray glue or glue stickRulerOptional: Stained glass sprays if you want to change up the colors of the eyesInstructions:
Kimono with fringe: You can throw this on with a t-shirt and jeans. I love the tassel detail on the bottom and you can get this for $20. Coat: From H&M, this one will cost you a little more and will cost around $100. Shorter suede fringe jacket, vintage Fringe purse from Zara, $40. Fringe shoes from Minnetonka is the footwear brand most notable for fringe. Minnetonka 5 layer fringe boots retails for $99.95. (A great boot for under $100!) All of these boots are made from suede and come in a range of color options. All available at minnetonkamoccasin.com. Fringe necklace and earrings: And for those women who want something a little less fringe, you can accessorize with these beautiful pieces and even DIY them.
