Sara's Sweet Surprise

Snowmen! Or in this case.....tipping snowmen hats to fill with a sweet surprise.   These little snowman came to mind while I was constructing last months    Thanksgiving pumpkin favors . Once again the seasonal napkins were my first thought for a snowman favor, then I found an array of cute Christmas themed tissue paper. I don't see why you couldn't use leftover Christmas wrap as well. List of supplies: glue gun/sticks tissue paper or gift wrap  or napkins Styrofoam balls  polyfill party nut cups  puff paint candy canes ribbon twine white paint  candy for filling Prep snowman with one generous coat of white paint.  *A toothpick enables you to hold and paint the entire ball. Drill a hole into the base of the styrofoam ball with a pair of (closed) pointed scissor.  This opening will help prevent the (wrapped) candy cane from breaking when it's inserted. *A piece of doub...

"Just hanging around"..... A handcrafted design by Sara's Sweet Surprise.  Three new styles of jingle bell hangers. First up...Extra large glitter florist bow with 3 different glitter ribbon patterns. A white  jingle bell hangs from a Merry Christmas ribbon. There are accent touches of gold & red glittered leaves on both bow and bell. Measures (approx) 19" length 10"width (at widest point of bow).   Design 2~Frosty Snowman (plush) has a embroidered message that reads...Let it snow. Extra large florist bow with 3 different ribbon patterns. A white  jingle bell hangs from a Snowman ribbon. There are accent touches of silver glittered berries. Measures (approx) 19" length 10"width (at widest point of bow).    Design 3~ Turtle Dove.  A  beautiful winged, white ceramic clay dove,  lightly dusted in a opalescent glitter. It has the same measurements as the two previous designs.  ...

Whoever said you can't wear white after Labor D ay must not have seen these winter whites.   Bejeweled coat and slacks! I would love this wrapped up under my Christmas tree! A few ensembles for any festive event....... Chiffon Faux fur trimmed Form fitting T-U-L-L-E! Cowl & petticoat.  To work or play the versatile skinny jeans, structured coat and blouse.  The finishing touch... strappy sandals. A Mitten and scarf combo to cuddle up in.   (photo sources Tumblr & Pinterest)

Decorating for Christmas can seem daunting when Thanksgiving has barely made it's way back into storage.   After eyeing this inspirational photo... I took a trip to our local craft stores searching for the pictured items. What I found were expensive prices for silk flowers and picks. So, onward to the Dollar Tree & Goodwill. This is where I found several picks and florals at a fraction of the price. Purchasing large inexpensive styrofoam or polymer candy canes   for your focal point will provide the bulk for your arrangement. Poke in a few faux berries & greenery picks as fillers. Spritz with artificial snow and or glitter, this spruces up any faux foliage.   Now you've created a beautiful affordable arrangement for any, vase, urn, basket or bowl.   Trimming the kitchen.....stamp a cotton tea towel with a simple Christmas tree design, embellish with a few(glued)sequins,  to resemble Christmas balls. ...

 I've created a new  Facebook page!    Sara's Sweet Surprise     By adding this FB page it will allow me to post  at my whim. Everything that tickles my fancy......   DIY's RECIPES   DECORATING TIPS   FASHION  SHOPPING MAKEUP I'll also be linking previews to upcoming blog post on my Facebook page. Along with taking request for future posts. Sooo, please bring your friends and come "join the fun! I'd love to see your support and especially your comments!