Clever and Cute Terrarium Ornaments

diy christmas ornament

What can you make out of a clear plastic cup, some cardboard, and a little imagination? Such an adorable handmade ornament idea! If you’re wondering where to get little miniatures like you see in this picture, check your local craft store, dollhouse miniature store, or cake decorating store. You can find the full the instructions at familyfun.go.com.

Miniature Mug-Perched Gingerbread House

mini gingerbread house

miniature gingerbread house

gingerbread house instructions

Inspired by those sugar cubes that sit on the rim of your mug, Meghan of normartha.org came up with this beautiful idea for creating miniature gingerbread houses that sit perched on the rim of your mug. These might look complicated but if you look at the great step-by-step photos/instructions on her blog, you’ll see how simple they are to make!

How to Make Chocolate Cherry Mice

chocolate cherry mouse

chocolate cherry mice

chocolate cherry mice

I love making edible goodies for holiday gifts. It’s a great thing for people on your list who either don’t need more stuff or for whom you just don’t know what to buy. These cherry mice look so easy too! All you need is: meltable chocolate, maraschino cherries, chocolate kisses, and almond slivers. Check out the awesome detailed step-by-step tutorial at omnomicon.com.