Easy and Pretty DIY Holiday Decor! *NO TOOLS NEEDED!*

[@margueritesvendsen7972]

I just can’t understand why so many people leave such nasty & sarcastic comments on this channel? What is wrong with you people? Alexandra is so bubbly, happy & fun to watch...keep up the good work Alexandra.

[@mocreatie-maike3751]

When making a pompon I use 2 pieces of cardboard. The threat to tie it all together then goes between the two pieces of cardboard! So much easier.

[@taramarion3301]

Tassels are WAY easier to tie BEFORE you cut. Tie top, then tie around, then cut. Also, put thread on Pom Pom before you cut. You can lay on template before you wrap the thread/yarn or use an embroidery needle to add it after wrapping, but before cutting.

[@DJoy222]

I'm so trying to picture what you are saying, but it's not happening!

[@taramarion3301]

@@DJoy222 tie off your pieces before you cut to loops. Tie one piece of string at the top, then tie the piece around. When you’ve done that THEM cut the end loops to make them loose tassels.

[@MaryseMeunier]

Alexandra ! Snow spray ? I cannot believe you never heard of snow spray ! I'm 60 years old and when I was a child, we could buy stencils to make Christmas decorations in windows with it : Santa, his sleigh, Bethleem star, etc.

[@DJoy222]

I'm not 60 but I was going to say the same thing! In the 70's we had this when I was a kid.

[@XO2HKIM]

I don't understand how anyone could possibly not know about snow spray either! I've been seeing it since I was in elementary school. They're always "painted" on many store windows every holiday season.

[@lokicooper4690]

Fifty-six here, and remember snow spray from my childhood. We used that stuff for years (until my mom got sick of cleaning it off the windows after Christmas, Lol!). And lots of stores use it as part of their window decorations.

[@Lisa6812]

The fake snow has been around forever. I’m 47 and we used to spray our windows when I was a little girl at Christmas for a “snowy” effect. Cute DIYs

[@sundancita]

I like the candles the best. I didn't like the pink one so much but loved the pine. I agree that the water adds a nice touch -- very elemental - earth (pine), water, fire (candle).

[@dahenry8888]

The last one is my favorite...so elegant!

[@Mia-qt4th]

The Dollar store has little "brush" tree's exactly like this pained red green or white w tiny mini decorations. They even offer a tiny green tree w tiny decorations for $1 each.

[@marianacaffaro]

But some people don't live in the US, I live in Spain and we don't have that store

[@alexianedidrick251]

@@marianacaffaro do you have Action? We have that in France and I find a lot of these Dollar Store items at that store

[@hayeslundry]

I’ve literally seen trees like this at hard wear stores to like target bottle brushes at less common. Yes I’m in America but I’m sure amazon and other companies you can find something like this that is cheaper to buy then the bottle brush.

[@ethereal_astronaut]

it’s more sustainable to reuse old brushes and make your own! it can prevent the brushes from being thrown away :)

[@kellystone8662]

Faux greenery is actually perfect. Natural greenery makes the water murky in about a day.

[@UnclejHolio]

Pom Pom making tip. Take you template and double it. Sandwich the two together then wrap your string or yarn. Then you can run your scissors between the two pieces of cardboard to cut your string...then take your piece of string and thread it around to make it easier to knot! Your poms will be more even and full 😉

[@beab1359]

Would LOVE to see how you would decorate a Christmas wreath! 😍

[@stephaniex8776]

love the "candle holders" :) such a cute idea

[@210marya]

Your videos are so motivating and uplifting and makes me so happy, I just go over to your channel and look for videos I haven't watched and when I don't find any i just watch the old videos again, it's so refreshing and makes me feel very good. Thank you Alexandra for being such a positive person.

[@nicolalang5603]

When do we get a studio video? 🙏🏻 I so want to see team AG's new workspace!

[@shuggaem]

To make pom-poms with cardboard, just make 2 of the shape Alexandra showed, use them on top of each other. When you’re done putting tread around the 2, you will simply slide your scissors (no matter the size) between the two slice of cardboard. You won have to cut it and will be able to reuse it ;)

[@tisa6193]

Yes, exactly! Thought something was off with this "tutorial"

[@anniejones5402]

I was thinking this too, she made it harder than it had to be lol. When you use two layered you can also easily slide some wool in between the two pieces of cardboard to secure it after you've cut the wool.

[@theodorafaux]

Yes when I was a kid we used 2 circles of cardboard, cut through the wool by poking the scissors between the two pieces then put a piece of wool in between them, looped a couple of times and tied off. The you just remove each of the circles by pulling them over each side of the pompom wool.

[@LauraRobertsButtontapper]

Wow, who would've guessed you could turn a little bottle brush into such a cute Xmas tree? Great idea, Alexandra!

[@seseval]

I love you Alexandra but that tree skirt had me screaming. Lol I hate it. LOVE the other 2 DIY tho. Would also LOVE to see you make boho ornaments

[@criso7947]

The little trees are my favorite.

[@soverycarrie8834]

Thanks for the ideas. I promptly went out and cut some rosemary to put in round glass jars that once held Pier 1 oil scent. So cute in my window and bathroom. :-)

[@salvagedbykscott]

I need to get my butt in gear and start holiday crafting! Great projects ❤️

[@lifeofaimee6259]

I agree, Alexandra, the candle holders just stunning!

[@jadeblake5760]

Love you Alexander but the tree skirt isn't my thing but know how I could do it to boost it up a level. But I appreciate the idea

[@laurajosefinapolocampos7391]

Alexandra!!! You need to cut 2 templates and put it together to make a pompon... Wrap your yarn around the template as you do and then you can put your scissors between the 2 templates to cut... Then you can. Place a piece of yarn between the two templates to make a knot so you can take the pompon off the templates

[@sydneykasmar]

Loved the vases filled with pine. I'd been looking for a winter decor ideas for the whole season annd this fits and is so easy! Did youu know that the bottle brush tree decor item is vintage? Fake snow is too. Your idea of using bottle brushes is brilliant and the colors you choose brought this idea up to date.

[@lorrainemorgan2617]

The easiest way to make a pompom with a cardboard template is to use 2 pieces of cardboard and wrap both with yarn at the same time and when full enough slide a piece of yarn in between the 2 pieces and tie in a knot, then slide the scissors between the 2 pieces and cut between both pieces of cardboard. It makes for a fuller pompom

[@katrinarowson]

The candle centerpieces are my favorite 😍

[@effie_ga3678]

I'd love to watch a collab with Drew (Lone Fox)👌

[@shirleycarter2451]

Fake snow has been around for well over 20 yrs as remember it around when I was a kid, you can also make your own as sometimes it brushes off.

[@adelvoros3249]

Indeed. Fake snow was a commonly known and widely used craft supply even in freshly post-Soviet Eastern Europe in the 90s. We used it in kindergarten, at home, at extracurricular craft classes and in advent workshops. 🤷‍♀️

[@DJoy222]

I had it when I was a kid in the 70's!

[@irmaroman01]

Gracias Alexandra me encantaron fáciles y económicas ideas ! ahora puedo sorprender a mis amistades con regalos echos por mi .

[@alicejump2290]

Fun and easy! Blessed and safe days!

[@deb1710]

Only the candle sticks where up to your usually classy standard. Like those a lot.

[@sheaysczerba2842]

Totally came to say the same thing.

[@christinaerfurt3425]

Love the trees😍

[@kathyesargent9088]

My whole house was decorated for Christmas, a White Christmas which I love.

[@sheilavanduynfote5539]

I really loved the candle holders

[@los2federales]

I love you Alexandra !!! I love every video and I DREAM OF ONE DAY HAVING YOU FIX MY PLACE. I can dream right?! Keep inspiring me and the world.

[@melvingo1278]

The cute trees may look cuter with tree toppers like a star maybe?

[@ruthcarter8895]

I am so glad to see your videos pop up in my feed. They are so much fun ,and they keep me smiling even in these stressful times. I have started on my Christmas! 🤗

[@erikas974]

Love them all favourite the last one. Looks so special. Thank you Alexandra.🤩🤩🤩🤩

[@Clouderin]

I like these ideas, but I feel like they kind of fell flat with execution...I know I would have been sad with how these turned out had they been my finished projects. I think although the tree skirt was under $20 it still should have been sewed, especially if you're planning on keeping it for years (and I feel at this point, any DIY that I invest my money and TIME into, I'm willing to spend a little more of both to make sure it turns out exactly the way I want and will last me a long time) I think these ones just missed the mark but am still looking forward to your next video!

[@soul-fullycreative4213]

Great idea for the trees... very cute.

[@corinnelsmith]

‘No tools needed’ *proceeds to drill a hole in the cork with an electric drill* lol, I still love ya girl. Just thought that was funny. And yes I realized she used wood beads after I was just pointing out something I thought was funny don’t come for meeee

[@makaylamosby7303]

The trees are so perfect!! Will definitely be doing!❤🎅

[@mariapaulavega8770]

Completely in love with all! 🥺😍😍😍

[@carinaz3734]

Love the candel holders👍 If I were you I put in some pintree green in the pink one to. I think it Will Pop 😉 even more. ”Living” candelholders LOVE 😍👏🎄🇸🇪

[@rosalinddudley9420]

So nice. I like the bottles candle holders the best.

[@ruthgoddard6539]

Neat ideas. Loved that last one. So pretty

[@Afroziky]

That tree skirt...no.

[@tisa6193]

The tree didn't help the look either imo

[@meredithsimpson853]

Great video. How to you get greenery out of the bottles? Where did you get bottle brushes? Thanks

[@withlovevicky]

Loves these ideas!! So cute!!

[@kyc117]

Fantastic ideas!

[@KizmetRose]

I find that I always have difficulties with garlands, specifically balancing between making them "full" enough and making them too full. Do you have any tips? (normally I'm stringing them in places that are either too short or too long for most store bought ones).

[@JeddieMPB]

the one dollar bottle brush trees at the dollar store/target would be more cost effective than buying all those materials imo

[@stillersgirl]

FYI IKEA Canada has 3/$4 look up “Vinter 2020 Decoration set of 3”

[@thoselittlehands5388]

She doesn't have a target nearby, but idk about the dollar store

[@JeddieMPB]

@@thoselittlehands5388 yeah but i mean you can get them every where for much cheaper than those materials would cost they have them at ikea, etsy, etc

[@alinagutierrez3019]

I m dying to see the new office ...pleeeeeease upload something about it!

[@sharonsomers5513]

Trees are cute!

[@Smilebefine]

I watched this small diy trees on tiktok. I'm glad you make it here. Wd

[@robynw6307]

OMG I'm loving the DIYs, but that sign behind you (the one about eating wheat thins) is driving me to distraction trying to work out what it says LOL With home-made pom pom makers, work with two identical pieces of cardboard instead of one. Then when you need to snip the yarn you can snip between the two layers of cardboard. Much easier.

[@robynw6307]

@@chloeburluka1168 Thanks. You have settled my mind. :)

[@dalcloud8873]

Yay 111th comment!!!!! Love to see a storage solution for all the new winter accessories like hats, scarves and mitts such as a farmhouse style ladder with baskets attached.

[@halahlo7007]

1:35 I remember playing with it when i was kid super old in my country We have it in white and sky blue i like it

[@HarvestandGather]

love your holiday decor! thanks for sharing :)

[@mariav.cruz-pagan1354]

All greeettt 💡 💡 's 😍😍😍

[@SM-yd8hq]

If you make two templates, you can slip the scissors between them and cut.

[@iamwindchakra]

I was about to tell you I bought a red knitted tree skirt with giant white pom pom trim from Target...I forgot Canada doesn't have Target.

[@marianacaffaro]

Spain doesn't have it either

[@Clouderin]

I looked at that one and fell in love 😍 but my husband knows how annoyed I am with our needles falling off (real tree) and asked how many times I'd have to rearrange it and remove it to clean it all month so...I decided against it, but know I'm living through you!

[@janetwalker3541]

Yeah but if you knit you can make your own!😀💓

[@Antonio-vi4zv]

Where do you get the pink pampas grass in your background? I tried looking online but couldn’t find ones that size

[@yvettekennedy1114]

Totally unrelated to home design and decor but had to say that your hair looks so beautiful crimped!

[@lindaroyal8161]

Pom poms on a tree skirt with cats, not at my house a disaster waiting to happen. It does look cute though.

[@rebeccarendle3706]

Cute ideas... The Trees were sweet.. But would have looked nicer screwed into a dry piece of wood.. The spray snow didn't look good.

[@lindascianna120]

Love it

[@sonshinedarklady]

You can totally get a pencil-sharpener style tool to trim down the ends of tapered candles so they fit in your bottles! (But don't ask me where I got it...of course I can't remember :(

[@lorrainegatzke1048]

🤸‍♂️🤸‍♀️🤸‍♂️ 🙌 😃 the pom pom is back 👍

[@ih4630]

Loved the tree skirt… So pretty!

[@alannajaworski4703]

Where is your sweater from?????

[@EmilyCon]

YOU DIDNT KNOW ABOUT SNOW IN A CAN????

[@joycedavis9996]

aka flock...AG flocked the little trees...

[@210marya]

So Early!!!! So glad to have been awake at this hour and being blessed with your video. much love- From India

[@bituingmarikit]

This has got to be the most number of ads I've seen in a single video!

[@kathyesargent9088]

🎄🎄🎄🎄

[@adelvoros3249]

I think this is the kind of content that probably shouldn’t have passed quality control and been published. I’m sure the intention was good and it seems like you felt the pressure to not let your audience down, that’s why you opted for low effort content while time and energy is probably going into the studio makeover. Personally I’d rather you spend a 5-10 minute vlog explaining the lack of craft/design content than a 15 minute video breaking down kindergarten crafts to an adult audience, with results that I wouldn’t even pick up from the a thrift store for free. You are so much better than this, Alexandra. And it’s okay to take your time and work on larger projects, the audience appreciates quality over quantity.

[@Soraya1Bahaji]

A glue gun is a tool.. I just not happened to have one. So thanks I guess?

[@Ashlee1985]

How does Lottie not go after the tassels? lol.

[@Disaya2007]

Desensitised😂🙈.. I mean there's tassels everywhere in that apartment. Lottie is way over them.

[@BringBackMyYesterdaybyDee]

Too many ads.

[@bituingmarikit]

True!

[@tarabera18]

Tools

[@saafiiiraa]

No tools needed - proceeds to use scissors, glue gun and would probably have needed pliers too...

[@saafiiiraa]

And drill...

[@christinerivera3387]

So sorry but the pom pom tree skirt, EW!

[@LoveYamachan]

I'm early today!

[@piazimmermann9240]

👏👍👏👍👏👍😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@michelesamson6591]

Cute but not worth the work when we have Dollarama.

[@susankilpatrick2918]

Sorry - way too basic and ?!

[@scottbachmann1962]

“Christmas.” Say the word. It’s not a dirty word. It’s not offensive. Just say it.

[@Pemmsy]

The way you made those pom poms 🤦🏻‍♀️ butchering something that we learn to make in primary school.

[@raemills3089]

Friendly critique - try to look into the lense when you're speaking - not sure if you're looking at a script or a view finder or someone there - but it's a little distracting