Halloween Handiwork
The craftiness becomes creepy at Halloween time here at The Old House Attic when the acrylic paints and wreath making supplies come out. Continue reading
The craftiness becomes creepy at Halloween time here at The Old House Attic when the acrylic paints and wreath making supplies come out. Continue reading
Outside, the air is cold and crisp, and the trees rest silently in their slumber against snow-laden hills. The family busily gathers evergreens in the countryside and places them atop a giant log that’s tugged on a long journey home. Inside, the air is incensed with gingerbread and freshly cut evergreen. Father places the Yule log on the hearth and soon a roaring fire begins to crackle. Continue reading
Byers’ Choice carolers are festive and addictive to collect. Ours find a home on the piano every year in several variations. Continue reading
Christmas trees come in all shapes, sizes and methods. Here are some of ours that were artificial, bought at the local garden center, shipped to the door via FedEx and just plain old curly willow twigs decorated for the season. Continue reading
There is nothing more magical on a snowy night than the glow of Christmas lights. Truly, the effect is magical as the snow covers the ground it transports you to another world filled with magic and beauty. Continue reading
With a little bit of effort, you can use Dept. 56 houses for a table centerpiece and have them lit as well! Your table must be able to separate in order to insert leaves. Feed your wires through the gap and gently close so that there is as little space as possible, without pinching the wires. Using a tablecloth especially for the display, cut a hole in the center to feed the wires through. You can opt to assemble on a platform or directly on the table. Continue reading