Wednesday, November 11, 2015

Candy Canes


Candy canes, chenille stem, Christmas craft
Candy canes, yes, candy canes!

I promise I plan to celebrate Thanksgiving while making and selling Christmas items.






I am lucky - my brother handles Turkey Day and I handle Christmas.

 It is a divide and conquer type of thing.

Start with striped chenille stems.




















Soak them in old coffee and a little walnut ink.

Since they are synthetic, they do not dye well.

Next time I plan to just spray the ink directly on them for a more distressed look.








When I am dying, I always have some torn cotton pieces to throw in to soak up any extra color left in the water.









I twisted three chenille stems together to make a thicker candy cane.

 Believe it or not, the hardest thing is getting the shape of the cane correct.

 Used a green garland stem to tie three canes together, added a jingle bell, and a Old World Santa tag.

How to create Old World Santa tags HERE! 






All while watching a movie.

 I use a small box top as a work box.

 I can put all the supplies needed for a project in a box - easy to sit and work.

 AND the boxes are stackable!  And FREE!

Candy canes available at Riverfront Antique Mall in Booth W-10.


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20 comments:

  1. Artsy VaVaNovember 11, 2015 at 7:41 AM

    I love this! I've never seen the striped chenille stems. Maybe because I didn't know they made them so I never looked. When I saw the picture, I just knew they were vintage since you're the queen of finding all things old and awesome! I'm going to look for some today. Thanks for an awesome idea. Pinning.

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  2. ThrifterSistersNovember 11, 2015 at 7:52 AM

    These look like a super fun and easy craft. Definitely one that this not so crafty girl can handle!

    ~Erica

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  3. Sharon @ Blue Willow HouseNovember 11, 2015 at 8:45 AM

    Love your candy canes and those adorable Santa tags. I bet they fly out of your booth.

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  4. Kim@Snug HarborNovember 11, 2015 at 8:48 AM

    I've never seen those chenille stems either. Sure like what you did. Very cute!

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  5. AnnMarie aka Vintage Junkie aka NaNaNovember 11, 2015 at 9:00 AM

    Perfect gift tag! I love the striped chenille!

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  6. Linda @ A La CarteNovember 11, 2015 at 9:43 AM

    Working hard I see! Lots to do for your Christmas sales. Nice that you can just go to Turkey day and then host Christmas!
    hugs,
    Linda

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  7. BenitaNovember 11, 2015 at 10:41 AM

    Those are too cute! ! I've never seen the chenille stems. ..if course, I've never looked. ..lol. Where do you get them? I like the way you multi-task!

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  8. JunkchiccottageNovember 11, 2015 at 11:16 AM

    Awesome and so cute Donna.
    Kris

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  9. AudreyNovember 11, 2015 at 12:57 PM

    I always use candy canes for Christmas decorations ... Your canes and tags will look so pretty on gifts. Pretty clever Donna.
    Hugs,
    Audrey Z. @ Timeless Treasures

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  10. TinaNovember 11, 2015 at 5:48 PM

    Is your booth the happiest place on earth?

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  11. ~Lavender Dreamer~November 11, 2015 at 7:52 PM

    What a great idea. I always twist together some candy canes but I've never soaked them before and I love prim things. I should try this! Thanks for the instructions! Sweet hugs, Diane

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  12. Vicky HuntNovember 11, 2015 at 9:25 PM

    Super cute Donna! I've been waiting to see some of your Christmas goodies! Love the vintage tags on them!

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  13. White Lace and PromisesNovember 12, 2015 at 1:28 PM

    What a great idea for gift tagging!

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  14. UnknownNovember 12, 2015 at 8:40 PM

    So cute, I love these and love the vintage tags you made too!
    I love using pipe cleaners to make different things for gift toppers, but have never used the red and white multi color ones before. Love these. I so wish I lived close to your booth...or maybe it is a good thing that I don't! ;)
    Have a wonderful weekend!!
    Kimberley

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  15. Crafts a la ModeNovember 12, 2015 at 9:53 PM

    Sweet. Pinned to Christmas Board. Best wishes. Linda @Crafts a la mode
    Visiting from Shabbilicious Friday.

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  16. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonNovember 13, 2015 at 12:15 AM

    So cute! I have chenille stems, but don't think striped. Got lots of little jingles. Love your old world Santa as well Donna! Thanks for sharing with SYC.
    hugs,
    Jann

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  17. Julie's LifestyleNovember 13, 2015 at 6:34 PM

    You such beautiful work Donna! I love them!
    Hope you have a lovely weekend.
    Julie

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  18. Betsy@My Salvaged TreasuresNovember 14, 2015 at 6:45 PM

    What a cute and clever idea. No calories and they'll last forever. Thanks, Donna, for sharing at Vintage Inspiration Party.

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  19. DianaNovember 16, 2015 at 5:49 PM

    I always love your vintage-y crafts, Donna, and this one's a real winner. I think I mentioned that I posted it on Facebook. Thanks for sharing it at Vintage Charm :)

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  20. Kerryanne @ Shabby Art BoutiqueNovember 29, 2015 at 12:06 AM

    These are adorable Donna. I had to feature them on my Sunday Features at Shabby Art Boutique. Hugs ~ Kerryanne

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