CHRISTMAS DIY DECOR ON A BUDGET *CRAFTING WITH MY CATS!* | MR CARRINGTON 2023

[@d.b.595]

Its so sweet how much you love the kitty, you can tell how content they are.

[@sallyturner1669]

The cork wreath you could use year round as table decor. Just put a Pilar candle in the center.

[@joannekelly8550]

Add just a few little leafs on the wreath helping the berries pop. I do love your wreath idea I have so many corks.

[@kkatmom]

Oh my goodness Iwan! Mittens and Pumpkin stole my heart! I loved them “helping” you! I had sister cats for 19-21 years and I still miss them terribly. I just finished putting up my Christmas tree and decorating my room. I love it. Every year it just makes me smile. I’m a 61 year old kid at heart! Lovely projects. I’ll have my daughters saving corks this year! Pumpkin really liked that project! Have a great day everyone! Donna

[@lucywebber3588]

Thank you darling and the best to you and all family 💋

[@lully381]

I'm a 64 year old kid, so no worries!

[@nataliesmith303]

The wreath was fab and the snowflake tree. The tree candle was a definite no for me. Loved the kitties joining you 🐱🐱

[@moirainstance2685]

Brilliant, and those kittens are just adorable x

[@sue6083]

Fab video plus Pumpkin and Mittens are adorable! 😻

[@sandrawells4010]

Mr carrington your so creative,i just love pumpkin and mittens.🎉

[@carolinepajak4064]

What a lovely video Mr Carrington, I love the candle. Little tip for coloured candles. I get my tapered candles from a company called Shearer Candles, the candles are solid block candles and the colours do not run. I loved all your craft ideas and of course your lovely little helpers❤❤❤

[@jenjenkins2936]

Good fun ideas. My favourite was the wreath! Oh and your little helpers of course 😊

[@sarahdavies2592]

You could paint the wreath in a neutral colour before adding the corks this hides the white loved the video xx

[@heathermurray9939]

When You are in Leeds next time, go into John Lewis shop in Leeds and you can fill a tin of quality street sweets choose as much of your favourite flavours

[@paulamartin6049]

Wow i wish we had a john lewis here in northern ireland i would be filling my box with toffee pennys and toffee fingers covered in choc with a few fudge ones for good measure i wish they would do a box of soley the toffee ones ... i guess i can dream or take a flight to leeds and stock up.for the entire year lol px

[@janetstraw191]

A+ for weirdly eccentric! 😂 When you opened the box of corks, you took me back to 1979 - when I first visited my soon-to-be English father-in-law in Hove. He pulled open a large drawer which was filled with corks! When I exclaimed my bemusement, he told me he was “saving them up for the World Cork Shortage”! (This was before I learned the British sense of irony! 🤣😂😅🙋‍♀️🥰🇺🇸‼️

[@ladyjessiecoyne2617]

The cork wreath was fabulous Mr C although the sound of the sticks being pushed in set my teeth on edge😂😂 as always gorgeous huge huggles from Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 🤗 ❤

[@lizranwell422]

We used get half a log of wood,put a spoon of wet polifilla in the middle the put a candle in it ,add fresh christmas foliage, spray with gold spray,leave to dry.

[@MishMashTravels]

The cork wreath turned out better than expected! I'll start saving my corks now for next year.

[@genoaroseb.1705]

great wreath. Kicking myself for giving away a box of corks. It was a beauty.

[@RIXRADvidz]

I'm completely mystified by the 'santa on the train' lamp, I remember when you picked it up and now here it is as decor that actually made it out of the boxes in the cupboard. LOL Curled up kitties, Cuteness Over Load !!! LOL Ho Ho Ho !!

[@MrCarrington]

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[@SuzanneChloe]

I ♥️ how Pumkin and Mittens assisted you. They are bonded to you and love you so much. Another clever craft DIY. Thankyou!!

[@tracybeil4625]

I'm thinking some green moss tucked into the open spots in the cork wreath could cover as you go. That way you wouldn't be poking through another layer. ❤ them all. Great, easy ideas! ❤🇺🇸

[@peterstaiff2211]

Hey Iwan, thanks for this crafting vid. I ended up making a cork wreath this morning. And cut all my corks in half( makes it much easier to apply them to the wreath base ). And I used garden wire & added different coloured & sized wooden beads to a twig wreath form. I also added some fabric mistletoe leaves. It turned out really well and I’m very pleased. Thanks for the inspiration! Cheers and have a great week.

[@MrCarrington]

Sounds fab 😍

[@yasmincopper7317]

Hi can you add a picture of your cork wreath for inspiration? Pls

[@peterstaiff2211]

@@yasmincopper7317 - sorry Yasmin, but I don’t have an Instagram account.

[@AmandaStone-wk3uv]

Crafting with cats is always tremendous fun!

[@tinawhynot8893]

Great DIYs Iwan - love the snowflake tree and the cork wreath, just so simple and stunning!

[@christinawilliams6078]

Do like the little wooden star tree, lovely to see you had some help from the kitties xx

[@ivyc7336]

Hi Mr. C! The cork wreath was clever use of old corks. I really liked the snowflake tree and thought it turned out very cute. I don't think I could do the candle tree though because I'd probably end up slicing or burning myself. Great DIY ideas all the same. The kitties stole the show as always. ❤ Much love from Fort Worth, Texas! 🤠🎄❄

[@LottelinA]

Pumpkin is adorable! He looks just like my late kitty. Give him a wuffle for me.x

[@dianedelandro5027]

Absolutely engaged with all of us. We all love to decorate for the season but, oh my, time to do all the ideas. I struggle but we all need to remember we just do our best. Thank you for recognising everyone has a limited timescale.

[@heathermurray9939]

I put cloves into small oranges and do a cross around the orange with ribbin and put a hole in the top to put a candle in it smells lovely

[@amyjohnson8954]

Great ideas. Nice call drilling on the wood board, lol. That was classic with the pizza pan. The kittens were great helpers, nosy creatures that they are. All the cats I've had over the years were the same. The candle turned out pretty good - burning yourself for your crafts, lol. The green area was a plus on them and all three look nice together. Have a great weekend. Love your crafting. Love from Chicagoland.

[@mumsysescape6612]

Could also use bottle tops on the cork wreath to fill the gaps, just glue a wire to the backs, then stab in to the wreath form where needed.

[@ImeldaByrne-z4x]

Really like the little wooden tree

[@mariedamon5655]

Love your top .liked the snow flakes with bead tree .the kitties loved the crafts

[@jillbaker988]

Love the bead and wooden star tree! I liked the candle too - looked nice in the holder when lit! 🕯️

[@marionwaters6069]

The cork wreath was my favourite and loved seeing your very glamorous helpers 😻😻

[@lauradavison4044]

I like the cork wreath, good excuse for collecting corks ! I think the wine bar or restaurant idea is a good one, otherwise its up to me. Loved the cats joining in, shows how much they love your company, they are so cute.

[@lyndapeterson9948]

I’ve been watching a lot of Christmas DIY KZbins this year. I have never seen these projects before and love them all. Thanks for something new.

[@addie2532]

Mr. C, my favorite diy is the tree with beads and wooden bits, so so cute. Kisses to Pumpkin and Mittens❤

[@helentaylor4911]

A suggestion for the paper tree you could maybe punch a hole in the centre of the bottom fold to give it a bit more stability

[@MrCarrington]

Absolutely 🙌❤️

[@tomvalveede6808]

Hi Iwan! Great DIY projects! Simple and effective! The three trees look very good together! Another "solution" to use to cover gaps in a Wreath is to wrap a length of Ribbon around it, making sure to go over the gaps. Then, add a bow to finish it. Small glass ornaments would look nice also. Just hot glue them into place. The snowflake tree would be a great craft project for children! Stringing beads onto a wire and then, adding the snowflakes would give them a great sense of satisfaction! Gifts for Aunts, Uncles, and Grandparents! Very clever idea of yours.🎉🎉🎉 Pumpkin and Mittens are such wonderful pets. They're very amusing and you can't help but, love them! ♥️ Looking forward to seeing your Sunday video. More fun Christmas activities with Luke and Kate, perhaps! Take care, your friend in Kansas City, Tom 😃♥️🌲♥️🌈🌲🎅♥️☃️🌲🎉🎉🎉

[@carried7223]

Love the little cork & bead Christmas trees , a great idea for place settings on the table ... Love the kittens always being around and watching :-)

[@angesews8110]

Thanks Mr C love the wreath and the Christmas tree made with snowflakes and beads .5hanks again xx

[@kaybowen3456]

Hi mr.c loved the trees especially the one with beads know where I'm off to tomorrow, going to have a go at that. X

[@trishagoodier3943]

Pumpkin and Mittens are the best "helpers", lol. They both look like they've had another growth spurt. The wreath could be used again by putting different picks in for Spring, Easter etc. I love the xmas tree ideas, especially the one made of snowflake buttons, definitely want to try that. Looking forward to more videos this Vlogmas. Take care and give the two furfaces a kiss from me.😊

[@susandibble3525]

Love the cork wreath idea, I would personally like some fresh greenery in there though 🤗 I am so going to make those little green bead trees! What a great idea 😍 oh the candle that gave me a giggle, I wouldn’t even try lol. Thanks for sharing, looking forward to these Christmassy vlogs 😁💕

[@dianebaker5243]

The little Christmas tree,s are so cute.hi from amda.☃️🎄

[@tasticola]

Ohhh, Iwan! Great crafts, but who was watching? I just teared up when I saw your babies curled up together. Beautiful x Nell.

[@sarahmorris1939]

Loved all the Christmas makes. But those beautiful cats 🐈 stole the show ❤

[@jeannestott1456]

Your wreath turned out beautifully, I am impressed and also have 3 large bags of corks!

[@katieh200]

Iwan I saw that candle tutorial also it’s hot water not boiling 🤣 my fave was the cork wreath I would need to buy the corks as hubby and I don’t drink . I was watching one of my American KZbinrs and she bought that little light up train you have I can’t remember which shop she got it from so it’s originally from the states huni ,enjoyed you and the kittens crafting , big hugs to you all Katie 🎅🏻🎄🛷⛄️🌟❄️

[@julieshakespeare8407]

Loved this ❤might try having a go at those trees 🎄i just adore pumpkin and mittens 🐾🐾and how curious they are and love how they just sleep on each other like my 2 fluffies 🐈🐈‍⬛xx

[@gills3685]

Great ideas. Particularly liked the wreath the kitties made. I know how they felt, when you need a nap there’s no point fighting it😊

[@ehpeachylove]

Great projects Iwan, loved the cork wreath the best and the snowflake tree. Lovely helpers!❤❤❤

[@mikki3961]

The tree made with the snowflakes is my favorite, although all of your crafts look fabulous. So glad the kittens "helped" you with your projects!

[@clarehartland150]

I like the wooden snowflake tree best. Would the candle work with just heating up a sharp knife? Then the candle wouldn’t bend. The best thing though is your light-up train in the background - possibly my most favourite of your thrifted items ever!

[@MrCarrington]

I think the wax may snap if it’s not heated through ❤️

[@christinehodge3608]

Crafting so good bead tree was our favourite, good video,

[@Cindy7777777]

Loved the video as usual! Mittens and Pumpkin are so stinking cute!!!! I loved every DIY project! Thanks so much, you're so creative!

[@amandaoakince]

Fantastic DIY's Mr C, your so creative. I love the Cork wreath, I'm defo going to try making one to make use of the bag of wine corks I've collected. The paper Christmas trees is also lovely, I love the wooden tree, my back spray paint would've come in handy for that. Thank you for sharing and for an amazing collaboration. Have a fab weekend, take care 🎄x

[@MrCarrington]

Thanks so much Amanda! Really enjoyed collaborating with you again 🙌✨🎄❤️

[@hayleyrichardson3343]

Love the trees xxxx

[@cindym6065]

Your crafts turned out great and, I love Mittens and Pumpkin. How sweet they are and such good little crafters! I have two brown and black tabbies that are brother and sister, MeMe Girl and Charlie. They sleep together just like Mittens and Pumpkin. So sweet.♡

[@iliketheideaandstyle]

Your simplicity is perfect!

[@shabbysuse7821]

Really simple but lovely.

[@sallywest5634]

Love the wreath and your little helpers are so cute. Tgw candle ended up looking really good. Thanks for sharing

[@helenablignaut662]

Just in time! I'm making a wreath with a group of craft friends tomorrow. The toothpicks are just what I need to attach things to my pool noodle wreath.

[@lindakeyes9709]

Your trees turned out really cute loved the wreath

[@marlenemacfarlane6199]

Wonderful ideas for Xmas decorations

[@josephineblanc9801]

Love cats there getting so big and georgous

[@pammccall3676]

Fantastic,!! Loved your two little helpers ❤

[@EsmeraldaRamos-w8v]

Hello 👋 Iwan My Friend: Today’s Video was So Amazing 😻 I just Love ❤️ Pumpkin and Mittens Trying to Help You- Precious Cats 🐈 YOU ARE SO TALENTED 😊- Just Love 💕 the CORK WREATH- AWESOME 👏 JOB-- All of Your Crafting is SO Amazing 🤩- You have given me Great Ideas and Inspiration. Thank You 😊- Have A Wonderful Day my Friend. From: Your Friend In San Antonio, Texas USA 🇺🇸 🤠🥰

[@dianajemison105]

They all turned out really well! I think my favorite thing in the video was the snuggling kitties, though.😅 They're just too sweet! Have a great weekend😊

[@elaineg7073]

That was fun 😅. Mittens and Pumpkin were so cute, such excellent crafters 😅. Happy 1st December! X

[@evaconnell8761]

Try some food colouring in the warm water for the candle treew

[@JulieSaldanaKaty]

I am sorry I do not have enough corks for the wreath. Loved it. I still use a wreath that I recreated from one of yours a couple of years back. I will copy the trees, even the candle tree. Thank you for sharing.

[@nelliemelba4967]

Some nice ideas there, and simple to do. I especially liked the wooden gift tag Christmas trees. I saw those in Poundland and thought they could be put to better use than as gift tags! I loved how the cats curled around each other to snooze when it all became a bit too much! Thanks Iwan!

[@patsyporter5082]

Love the cork wreath,and the paper tree! The kittens are always delightful. ♥️ It was fun to watch after a long work week! 🇨🇦

[@cyberi4a]

I liked the folded paper tree as I used to have a forest using Japanese Kirigami made trees for a few years using different types of paper. The one you did, an adult could make the base and then let kids come up with their own paper tree which I'm sure they would have fun doing.

[@annalevermore7857]

Happy December to mr carrington, Pumpkins and Mittins

[@sandraholland5663]

Hi Mr Carrington. I’m way behind with videos as my partner has been in hospital having an operation and not long home so now I’m relaxing catching up on videos. I loved this video you always cheer up my days and I love the cork wreath going to start saving my corks for next year. Pumpkin and Mittens are just adorable 🥰 have a lovely Wednesday and looking forward to catching up on your videos now 💕

[@carolethurlow9550]

Hi Iwan love all the craft ideas . The paper tree was my favourite. And your kittens are so sweet. 😺 X

[@ginad2827]

The cork wreath turned out great! So creative! Great idea to cover the wreath base first.

[@alisonh890]

I really liked your home made decorations very effective, cat helpers too😂. Xxx

[@d.d.mac.3773]

You have the most adorable assistants! Love the crafts, especially the wreath. All the best, Mr. C.

[@juliebower4265]

Love these diy’s Iwan definitely going to try the beaded tree x

[@SusanRyder-o3l]

Loved them all xx

[@madelineclarke7608]

Hi Iwan awww little pumpkin 🎃 & mittens helping out was so cute they make great foremen, great diys 💞💞💞

[@catherineclark2949]

Really good crafting, some great ideas xx

[@nancyodonnell5298]

Love the simple little tree with the green beads.

[@trinagolas9504]

Loved everything! I have made a cork wreath in the past and used a glue gun- not a happy experience! I will try the pics next time which will be soon! And will use a thimble and maybe make a starter hole in the cork, I'm so excited to try this....Again, I so loved all your crafts

[@janeburridge7373]

Your cats are so ssssssswwwwweeeeeeettttttt ❤

[@dianeprice5798]

Evening Mr Carrington, great Christmas crafts, looks like the kittens were having fun, have a great weekend.

[@traceyb8141]

Loved watching Iwan great crafts the wreath looked fab I made the one you did with Luke the other year 😀. Love the tree with beads now that I could see myself giving it a try xxx pumpkin was such a good helper lol xxx

[@mariajefferies8555]

Wow I love the Christmas crafting 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🎄 I will def have a try

[@LouciferFlump]

Ahh Mr. Carrington (I call you Mr. Care-ington) your cheery smile and lovely warm manner are making me feel super Christmassy!! 🎄🤗🥰 Only problem is I don’t drink….I need you to do a DIY using Monster cans….🤣😳

[@theatomichomestead]

Your cats are absolutely adorable ❤. Interesting DIY ideas. I do remember the pizza tray. Anyone else?

[@jackieberisford7267]

l loved them all.l wonder if you softened the candle with a hairdryer that might be better.Just a thought!

[@Sheridan-g4k]

Loved the crafting. ❤

[@lizajones4980]

cute wreath and lovely assistants😺😺

[@pamwardell3215]

Love all these especially the wreath.😊

[@joycebrown5067]

Mittens and pumpkin are Christmas little helpers.they love helping daddy ❤I like every thing you make You make it look so easy ...😊

[@gwynethyoung7889]

I loved watching your little 'helpers'! Pumpkin and Mittens are so adorable.❤ I'm putting up my tree and decorations tomorrow so your crafting ideas are very timely. Many thanks. xxx❤❤❤

[@Nanna-MO]

I’ve just found this channel last week . And binge watching them , I have 2 cats 🐈, so I love to see Pumpkin and Mittens trying to help you do youre crafts , so I’m watching a video and you go on Steph Packed Lunch which I’ve never watched , I’m not a daytime tv person , so you’ve converted me now , I watch Stephs packed lunch now , I don’t go out I’m disabled and have agraphobia , hubby works away from home , so on a weekend he does the shopping I can’t do online , yesterday he came home to a long list , he went whats this , a went primark have this and that , and pound shop and other shops , he went how do you know , I touched my nose and went never you mind lol , haha he’s gone out half an hour ago with a huge list lol , he be walking around the shops , saying how the hell does she know about all these things lol , love the videos keep them coming , ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@MrCarrington]

Love this, thank you! ❤️