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Material Lists for the 25-Day Gift-Away

Get early access to the material and tool lists for our planned projects during The 2020 Great Maker 25-Day Gift-Away.

Please note that these projects may change entirely, may be swapped out, or may have their supplies and tools changed or updated, so please use this as a general guide only. Each of the links below leads to an Amazon shopping list and a preview of the project, supplies, and tools so you can see the items we used to create each project. Note that each project’s list can be printed independently if you find that useful — just click the “Print” button on each list! This post contains some affiliate links for your convenience (which means if you make a purchase after clicking a link I will earn a small commission but it won’t cost you a penny more)! Read my full disclosure policy.

 

Painted Christmas Day Countdown Sign with chalkboard vinyl so you can write each day on it!Christmas Day Countdown Sign

Amazon Shopping List
Scheduled release date: December 1, 2020
Techniques: Paint wood, apply vinyl

 

Pretty paper Christmas tree luminaries aglow against a magical backdropChristmas Tree Paper Luminaries

Amazon Shopping List
Scheduled release date: December 2, 2020
Techniques: Cut, fold, and glue cardstock

 

3D layered ornament for Christmas - Santa's Sleigh3D Layered Christmas Ornaments

Amazon Shopping List
Scheduled release date: December 3, 2020
Techniques: Layer cardstock with foam dots and fairy lights

 

Easy Giant Paper Snowflakes made with paper bags and cardstockGiant 3D Paper Snowflakes

Amazon Shopping List
Scheduled release date: December 4, 2020
Techniques: Cut paper, assemble, and add fairy lights

Easy Giant Paper Snowflakes made with paper bags and cardstock

PREVIEW of Giant 3D Paper Snowflakes

Yield: Assorted Snowflakes
Active Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Estimated Cost: $30

This project is so fun! I love snowflakes and love to display them both at holiday time and during the winter season. I can enjoy these snowflakes without the work of shoveling them! This project contains a DIY snowflake made from paper bags as well as one that is cut with the Cricut cutting machine. You can make either, or both — they are adorable and will look so gorgeous displayed in our homes.

Instructions

This project is now published — view it here!

 

Wood Slice Ornaments painted with acrylic paint and decorated with permanent vinylWood Slice Ornaments

Amazon Shopping List
Scheduled release date: December 5, 2020
Techniques: Cut vinyl and apply to painted or varnished wood

 

Christmas Shadow Box with Santa's Sleigh and jingle bellsChristmas Jingle Bell Shadow Box

Amazon Shopping List
Scheduled release date: December 6, 2020
Techniques: Cut and apply vinyl to glass box

 

Engraved Acrylic OrnamentsEngraved Acrylic Ornaments

Amazon Shopping List
Scheduled release date: December 7, 2020
Techniques: Engrave acrylic discs

This is what my engraved ornaments look like finished

PREVIEW of Engraved Acrylic Ornament

Yield: 1 ornament
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Active Time: 15 minutes
Additional Time: 3 hours 2 seconds
Total Time: 3 hours 30 minutes 2 seconds
Difficulty: Easy
Estimated Cost: $7

Get out your engraving tip and join me in making some fun holiday ornaments.

Instructions

Coming December 7th

Amazon Shopping List

 

3D chipboard tree with ornaments -- whimsical decor you can cut on a Cricut3D Tree with Paper Ornaments

Amazon Shopping List
Scheduled release date: December 8, 2020
Techniques: Cut chipboard and cardstock

 

Glittery paper pinecone table decorPaper Pine Cones

Amazon Shopping List
Scheduled release date: December 9, 2020
Techniques: Cut and assemble cardstock

 

Pretty 3D paper cut ornaments in green, red, and white3D Paper Cut Ornaments

Amazon Shopping List
Scheduled release date: December 10, 2020
Techniques: Cut cardstock and assemble


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This is what my finished diy paper ornament looks like

PREVIEW of DIY Paper Cut Ornament

Yield: 1 ornament
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Active Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Estimated Cost: $1

How would you like to decorate your holiday tree all with ornaments you make yourself? I'm going to show you how to make a 3D DIY paper cut ornament that is beautiful and elegant.

Instructions

Coming December 10th

 

No-Sew Fabric Christmas Trees cut on a CricutFabric Christmas Trees

Amazon Shopping List
Scheduled release date: December 11, 2020
Techniques: Stiffen and cut fabric and assemble

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PREVIEW of DIY Fabric Christmas Tree

Yield: 3 Trees - Small, Medium & Large
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Active Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Estimated Cost: $12

These super easy fabric trees can easily be made to brighten up a room or help celebrate your favorite holidays.

Instructions

Coming December 11th

 

Cute personalized flour sack towels on a table in a ktichenFlour Sack Towels

Amazon Shopping List
Scheduled release date: December 12, 2020
Techniques: Cut and layer iron-on vinyl onto fabric

 

Debossed Animal Paperclips

Amazon Shopping List
Scheduled release date: December 13, 2020
Techniques: Deboss and cut cardstock into shapes

Debossed animal paperclips

PREVIEW of Debossed Animal Paperclips

Yield: 8 animal paper clips
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Active Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Estimated Cost: $1

This easy-to-follow tutorial shows you how to deboss Kraft board using the Cricut Maker's fine debossing tip or Cricut Explore's scoring stylus. I will also show you how to turn off the debossing feature so you can cut the Animal Paperclips on the Cricut Joy.

Instructions

Coming December 13th

 

Easy Kitchen Conversions project SVG for a variety of measurementsKitchen Conversions Decal

Amazon Shopping List
Scheduled release date: December 14, 2020
Techniques: Cut and apply vinyl to wood or glass

finished cutting board for my easy kitchen conversions

PREVIEW of Easy Kitchen Conversions

Yield: 1 Glass Cutting Board
Active Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
Difficulty: Easy to Medium
Estimated Cost: $25

I've always wanted to have an easy kitchen conversion chart close at hand when cooking and baking. What better place for it than on a cutting board or the inside of a kitchen cupboard? I am super excited to add this to my kitchen and I hope you will be, too!

Instructions

Coming December 14th

 

Etched glass cookie jar made on a Cricut cutting machineEtched Glass Cookie & Treat Jars

Amazon Shopping List
Scheduled release date: December 15, 2020
Techniques: Cut vinyl and add to a curved glass surface

finished jar on my etching on glass jar project

PREVIEW of Etched Glass Cookie/Treat Jar

Yield: 1 Etched Glass Jar
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Active Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Difficulty: Easy to Medium
Estimated Cost: $22

Personalized cookie jars are a big thing now and they do make super awesome gifts. And they are not only for cookies, how about a treat/rewards jar for those four-legged friends in the house? These were so fun, I can't wait to make more for gifts.

Instructions

Coming December 15th

 

Personalized whiteboard calendar with magnets, cut on a CricutPersonalized Whiteboard Calendar

Amazon Shopping List
Scheduled release date: December 16, 2020
Techniques: Cut vinyl and apply to smooth surface, cut magnets

 

Custom candle wraps made from tissue paper and photographsCustom Candle Wraps

Amazon Shopping List
Scheduled release date: December 17, 2020
Techniques: Print photos and transfer to candles

PREVIEW of Personalized Candles

PREVIEW of Personalized Candles

Yield: 1 candle
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Active Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Estimated Cost: $20

Let me show you how to take your favorite photograph and make a personalized candle using the image. I'll also show you how to make a beautiful candle from pretty tissue paper.

Instructions

Coming December 17th

 

Blue and pink alcohol ink on glass to design a blue glass vase with pink flowersAlcohol Ink Glass Vase

Amazon Shopping List
Scheduled release date: December 18, 2020
Techniques: Apply alcohol inks to glass and affix color

 

Scrabble tiles wall art with light wood tiles and black vinyl in a living roomScrabble Wall Art Tiles

Amazon Shopping List
Scheduled release date: December 19, 2020
Techniques: Cut vinyl and apply to wood

 

Unicorn Paper Flower Shadow Box in bright colors and black vinylUnicorn Flower Shadow Box

Amazon Shopping List
Scheduled release date: December 20, 2020
Techniques: Cut cardstock & vinyl, roll paper flowers

 

DIY Paper Hanging Lamp with intricate cutsDIY Hanging Paper Cut Lamp

Amazon Shopping List
Scheduled release date: December 21, 2020
Techniques: Cut cardstock and assemble

 

Faux stained glass window in shades of blue in a bright roomFaux Stained Glass Window

Amazon Shopping List
Scheduled release date: December 22, 2020
Techniques: Cut vinyl, apply to glass, and color in with Sharpie marker

 

Personalized wine gift bags with iron-on vinyl make great gifts for the holidaysWine Gift Bags

Amazon Shopping List
Scheduled release date: December 23, 2020
Techniques: Sew canvas and apply iron-on vinyl

 

Wood wine bottle serving tray with wine bottles and cheeseWine Bottle Serving Tray

Amazon Shopping List
Scheduled release date: December 24, 2020
Techniques: Cut and stain balsa wood sheets

WINE-BOTTLE-SERVING-TRAY-JENNIFER MAKER SIDE-VIEW

PREVIEW of Wine Bottle Serving Trays

Yield: 1 serving tray set
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Active Time: 1 hour
Additional Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Difficulty: Easy to Medium
Estimated Cost: $10

The Wine Bottle Serving Trays are a great housewarming or holiday gift. Your friends and family will be impressed when they open this gift!

Instructions

Coming December 24th

 

Layered Letter Paper Wall Art in a white living room in framesXO Layered Paper Wall Art

Amazon Shopping List
Scheduled release date: December 25, 2020
Techniques: Cut and layer cardstock with foam tape