{"id":307,"date":"2021-12-10T12:00:24","date_gmt":"2021-12-10T12:00:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.friendsofglass.com\/gb\/design-gb\/5-ways-to-decorate-for-christmas-using-glass\/1"},"modified":"2024-10-08T11:55:07","modified_gmt":"2024-10-08T11:55:07","slug":"5-ways-to-decorate-for-christmas-using-glass","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/friendsofglass.com\/uk\/stories\/5-ways-to-decorate-for-christmas-using-glass\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Ways to Decorate For Christmas Using Glass"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<div  class=\"custom-rich-text-block transparent\">\r\n    <div class=\"custom-rich-text spacing-top-2 spacing-bottom-2 global-container\">\r\n        <p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW187014674 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187014674 BCX0\">So keep the hot cocoa coming and warm up by the fire with some of these\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187014674 BCX0\">DIY<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187014674 BCX0\">\u00a0suggestion<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187014674 BCX0\">s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187014674 BCX0\">, all using glass. Repurposing glass is a fantastic way to add a touch of shimmer to your Christmas decorations this year. You\u2019ll have your house ready in no time!<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW187014674 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":1,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":300}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Why make homemade Christmas decorations from glass?<\/span><\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">You might be wondering why it would be a good idea to create your own Christmas\u00a0decorations\u00a0from glass.\u00a0What reason could there be to choose glass for creating your own Christmas decorations?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":1,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":300}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Actually,\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.friendsofglass.com\/history\/why-glass-was-the-real-star-of-the-original-christmas-story\/\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">glass played an important role in\u00a0the original Christmas story<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">.\u00a0We all know the three wise men gifted\u00a0the\u00a0baby Jesus with Gold, Frankincense and Myrrh, the first Christmas gifts\u00a0ever\u00a0given. Although perfume might seem like an unusual gift for a newborn baby,\u00a0it is most likely this was packaged in glass.\u00a0Throughout history we\u00a0have\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.friendsofglass.com\/design\/bottle-your-scents\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">trusted\u00a0glass to\u00a0store\u00a0and protect our perfumes<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">.\u00a0That makes this material even older than the Christmas story itself!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":1,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":300}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Glass is not just a packaging material that\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.friendsofglass.com\/health\/all-i-want-for-christmas-is-glass-health\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">will keep your food or drinks\u00a0looking and tasting\u00a0good\u00a0this Christmas<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0Glass is a material with countless\u00a0advantages, from sustainability credentials to better health.\u00a0Plus, it\u00a0also\u00a0brings an\u00a0aesthetic of luxury.\u00a0It looks appealing\u00a0no matter where you place it,\u00a0and its fragility brings a unique feeling of delicacy\u00a0and sense of occasion, however you choose to use it.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":1,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":300}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">To top it all off, aside from the beautiful aesthetic and\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.friendsofglass.com\/gb\/history-gb\/preserving-history-with-glass\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">historical relevance of glass<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">,\u00a0it\u00a0is fully recyclable, making your Christmas\u00a0prettier and more\u00a0sustainable!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":1,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":300}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">So,\u00a0the question should actually be:\u00a0why not make\u00a0homemade Christmas decorations from glass\u00a0this year?\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":1,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":300}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">There are many ways you can incorporate glass in your DIY Christmas\u00a0decorations\u00a0this year. Here are some ideas to get you started.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":1,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":300}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">5 DIY Christmas crafts to decorate your house for Christmas<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":1,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":300}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Christmas tree ornaments\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Besides the all\u00a0too familiar\u00a0baubles\u00a0and lights in every Christmas tree, why not get a little creative with the ornaments?\u00a0There are a lot of\u00a0entertaining\u00a0and\u00a0cute DIY Christmas ornaments you can make\u00a0quickly\u00a0and easily, and you may already have everything you need at home!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"color: #6eaedf;\"><b>Snowman Ornaments<\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-18379\" src=\"https:\/\/www.friendsofglass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/diy-christmas-ornaments.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"468\" height=\"311\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Celebrating baby\u2019s first Christmas?\u00a0Left over baby food jars can make great ornaments!\u00a0Making this\u00a0DIY for a snowman ornament is the perfect family activity to do as you stay warm and huddle around the fire.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":1,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":300}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">What you\u2019ll need:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u2022 Clean and empty glass baby food jars<\/span><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">\u2022 White, black and orange\u00a0paint<\/span><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">\u2022 Paint brush<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":1,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":300}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Directions: Take your baby food jar and give it a few layers of white paint. Then use the back of a paint brush to dab a little face on the front. Add the final touch by painting the lid black, giving Frosty a little top hat. Lastly, screw a nail into the top, attach a ribbon, and\u00a0let\u00a0your lovely creation\u00a0dangle\u00a0in\u00a0the tree!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":1,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":300}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Thanks\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/crazylittleprojects.com\/2012\/12\/snowman-ornaments-for-christmas.html\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Crazy Little Projects<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0for this truly Christmassy gift!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":1,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":300}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"color: #6eaedf;\"><b>Jar snow globe<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Another way to use an old jar is simply the other way around!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":1,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":300}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-18650\" src=\"https:\/\/www.friendsofglass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/DIY-christmas-ornament-min.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"465\" height=\"581\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">With this little DIY snow globe you can get as creative as you want!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":1,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":300}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What you\u2019ll need:\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":1,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":300}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u2022 Mason Jar Ornament Mini Bottle Brush Trees\u00a0<\/span><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">\u2022 White Glitter\u00a0<\/span><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">\u2022 Jute Twine<\/span><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">\u2022 Glue gun and glue sticks<br \/>\n\u2022 Scissors<br \/>\n\u2022 Other decorations you want to add<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Use hot glue to attach the little brush trees to the inside of the jar lid. After that, you take the glitter and pour a decent amount into the jar itself. After that, simply attach the lid back to the jar and turn it around. Tie a loop of jute to the top and your snow globe is ready to be hung in the tree!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":1,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":300}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Thanks to\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/joyfulderivatives.com\/diy-mason-jar-snow-globe-ornament\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Joyful Derivatives<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0for this creative\u00a0DIY\u00a0idea!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":1,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":300}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Christmas table ornaments<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Of course,\u00a0you don&#8217;t have to limit your creativity to\u00a0just\u00a0the Christmas tree.\u00a0Christmas is about the food bringing people together just as much as it\u2019s about the gifts, and there are a lot of different\u00a0DIY\u00a0Christmas table\u00a0ornaments\u00a0you can\u00a0make with a simple glass jar\u00a0to help set the scene.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":1,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":300}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"color: #6eaedf;\"><strong>Etched Snow Globe:<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-18407\" src=\"https:\/\/www.friendsofglass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/diy-snow-globe-christmas.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"465\" height=\"664\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">If you find yourself stuck\u00a0at home\u00a0in a snowstorm with nothing to do, try out this simple DIY to create your own special snow globe.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":1,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":300}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">What you\u2019ll need:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u2022 Glass dome<\/span><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">\u2022 Etching cream<\/span><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">\u2022 Scotch tape<\/span><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">\u2022 Hole puncher<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":1,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":300}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Directions: Stick tape with small hole punches onto the glass dome, and then dab etching cream in the punched holes. This will leave your glass dome looking snow sprinkled. Complete the snow globe by placing Christmas items you have laying around underneath the dome, such as mini houses or bottle brush trees.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":1,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":300}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.apartmenttherapy.com\/christmas-diy-craft-project-etched-snow-globe-197567\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Apartment Therapy<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0\u2013 thanks for this genius idea!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":1,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":300}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"color: #6eaedf;\"><b>Pinecone Candles<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.friendsofglass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/SnowCandles.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-18421\" src=\"https:\/\/www.friendsofglass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/diy-christmas-glass-decorations.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"465\" height=\"583\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Finding candles for decorating this December will be easy if you have mason jars lying around the house.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":1,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":300}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":1,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":300}\">What you\u2019ll need:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u2022\u00a0Mason jars<\/span><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">\u2022 Anything wintery but we recommend pinecones and lace<\/span><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">\u2022 Epsom salt<\/span><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">\u2022 Tea candles<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":1,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":300}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Directions: Once you\u2019ve glued lace and tied pinecones around the rim of the jar, fill it up with about an inch of salt for a snowy effect. Place a tea candle on top of the salt, and your candles will be shining up the night!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":1,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":300}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Thank you\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/craftsbyamanda.com\/2013\/12\/snowy-pinecone-candle-jars.html\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Crafts By Amanda<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0for this DIY!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":1,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":300}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Outdoor Christmas decorations<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Whether you want to share the Christmassy\u00a0spirit with your\u00a0neighbours\u00a0or want to create something for yourself to come home to, outdoor\u00a0ornaments\u00a0are a must.\u00a0And there is a lot you can do with a few glass vases\u00a0or bottles. So here are a few\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Christmas decoration ideas for outdoors.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":1,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":300}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"color: #6eaedf;\"><b>Christmas lantern<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-18692\" src=\"https:\/\/www.friendsofglass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/diy-christmas-latern-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"465\" height=\"309\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Probably the simplest homemade Christmas decoration that you can place anywhere is this\u00a0DIY\u00a0lantern.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":1,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":300}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":1,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":300}\">What you\u2019ll need: <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u2022 Glass vase or lantern<\/span><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">\u2022 Tree balls\u00a0<\/span><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">\u2022 String of light\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Simply fill the\u00a0lantern or\u00a0vase to the top with the Christmas balls that did not make it into your tree this year and\u00a0let\u00a0a light string\u00a0find\u00a0its way in between.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":1,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":300}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":1,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":300}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"color: #6eaedf;\"><b>Bottled Christmas characters<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-18608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.friendsofglass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/diy-christmas-decorations-glass.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"465\" height=\"620\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Thanks to\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.liveenhanced.com\/diy-ideas-of-wine-bottle-craft\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Live Enhanced<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0for this great\u00a0DIY\u00a0idea!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":1,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":300}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For those of you who want to challenge themselves a bit more, you can decorate your old wine bottles into your favourite Christmas characters to hide out in your garden.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":1,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":300}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What you&#8217;ll need:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":1,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":300}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u2022 Wine bottle<\/span><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">\u2022 Paint<\/span><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">\u2022\u00a0Craft rope<\/span><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">\u2022 Glue gun<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Use the paint to recreate your favourite characters such as Rudolf the reindeer or Santa Claus on your old wine bottles. You can attach some craft rope with some hot glue as seen in the picture above.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":1,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":300}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Another idea is to paint the bottles in two or three different\u00a0colours\u00a0and add a letter to each. Decorate the bottle with some glitters or crafts rope, put them together and let them spell \u2018Merry Christmas\u2019 to bring some good wishes to anyone walking by!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":1,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":300}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Christmas decorations for the front door<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"color: #6eaedf;\"><b>Unique Christmas tree<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">For those of you who want to challenge themselves a bit more, you can create this Christmas tree for at your door, inspired by\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.funkyjunkinteriors.net\/2014\/12\/mason-jar-lid-ornament-christmas-tree-wreath.html\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Funky Junk Interior:<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":1,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":300}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-18622\" src=\"https:\/\/www.friendsofglass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/diy-christmas-decorations-door.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"465\" height=\"696\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">What you\u2019ll need:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":1,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":300}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u2022 Mason jar lid rims (the thicker vintage ones work best)<\/span><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">\u2022 Twine<\/span><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">\u2022 Evergreen swag<\/span><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">\u2022 Hot glue gun and sticks<br \/>\n\u2022 Florist&#8217;s wire<br \/>\n\u2022 Pinecones<\/span><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">\u2022 Evergreen branches<\/span><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">\u2022 Door hook<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Tie\u00a0the\u00a0mason jar lids\u00a0together with twine in the shape of a Christmas tree.\u00a0Put the tree flat on a table so you can easily use\u00a0hot glue\u00a0to stem\u00a0each ornament to a jar lid.\u00a0Be sure to let the glue cool off to ensure the ornaments are well attached.\u00a0You could\u00a0add a\u00a0little\u00a0Christmas ribbon\u00a0or little stars to the twine\u00a0to\u00a0personalise\u00a0your little tree!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":1,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":300}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Wire together some pinecones using\u00a0florist&#8217;s\u00a0wire. Wire together real evergreen branches\u00a0and\u00a0twist\u00a0them together\u00a0with the\u00a0pinecones.\u00a0Put this\u00a0at the top of the tree to finish up! Your Christmas tree is ready to be hung up on your door.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":1,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":300}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Homemade nativity scene<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<h4><span style=\"color: #6eaedf;\"><b>Nativity scene in a jar<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-18636\" src=\"https:\/\/www.friendsofglass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/homemade-navity-scene.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"465\" height=\"597\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">We all know the classic nativity scene in a crib of wood. But to make it a bit more challenging and creative this year, what about\u00a0a DIY\u00a0nativity scene in\u00a0a glass jar? 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