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Handmade Christmas Cards from Recycled Magazines

December 14, 2013 by Kathy

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Handmade Christmas cards from recycled magazines #christmascards #diychristmas

Thanks to Tesco for sponsoring this post. This DIY project and all opinions are mine.

Although many Christmas cards are produced from sustainable sources, nothing beats making your own! Handmade cards are highly personal – both in terms of the uniqueness of the card maker and because they can be tailored to the intended recipient.

Here’s a great way to make handmade Christmas cards while making use of that pile of holiday catalogs and magazines.

Handmade Christmas Cards from Recycled Magazines

First, cut out a Christmas tree shape from the front of your card. I used an advent wreath in one of my catalogs as a pattern.

Handmade Christmas Cards from Recycled Magazines

Next, rip pieces of green. I used catalog photos of green sweaters, green towels, green wreaths and Christmas decorations. Paste them on a rectangle piece of paper that’s slight smaller than the front of your card. Be sure to glue enough pieces to completely cover your cut-out tree.

Handmade Christmas Cards from Recycled Magazines

Now glue the front (with the cut out tree) to the back (with your ripped magazine pieces). Voila! Instant tree.

Handmade Christmas Cards from Recycled Magazines

Next, decorate your tree. I cut out a star from a sequin dress:

Handmade Christmas Cards from Recycled Magazines

And I made Christmas decorations from towels and a hole punch.

Handmade Christmas Cards from Recycled Magazines

This is a great way to use items that you already have in your house. Why not get creative with anything you have at your disposal? Photographs, magazines, materials or shiny buttons – let your imagination run wild and pretty soon you will be making cards in all shapes, styles and sizes!

Of course there are some beautiful cards available to purchase in stores, yet there is something magical about taking the time to create your very own for the people you love. Happy Christmas!

Filed Under: Christmas, Paper Crafts, Recycled Crafts, Under $10, Under 1 Hour, Winter

About Kathy

I'm Kathy, maker of things and Chicago mom who likes simple and clever DIYs that look handmade, not homemade. I like sewing, printables, handmade birthdays, holiday decor and easy cakes. See my work at HGTV, DIY Network, Apartment Therapy, DesignSponge, more. ✂️

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    Jeanine says

    January 3, 2014 at 8:16 am

    thank you this is great! i think the kids here would do a great job at creating these. what a wonderful activity! thank you so much for sharing. Happy New Year ;D
    Jeanine, Canada

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