Monday, November 29, 2010

Vintage Cone Ornament

Here's a peak at my Christmas tree. Lots of cream and silver with a touch of red.

A handmade vintage Christmas cone: simple & quick.



Now that Thanksgiving is over, its time to start decorating for Christmas. I love to make some homemade ornaments every year. Growing up, our Christmas tree was filled with mostly homemade ornaments, made by either my mom, or the ones made by us kids at school. I love having homemade ornaments on the tree mixed in with the store bought kind.

Last year I changed my Christmas tree into a "vintage Christmas" theme. So it is somewhat bare and needs more stuff. I'll be getting busy filling it up. Here is idea #1:



These cones are a takeoff on the vintage sheet music wreath I completed just a few months ago. Just twist a sheet into a cone, embellish with some dollar store trim, and fill with even more sheet music (shredded this time). Hang with some wire and you're done!




Here it is step by step if you want to make some for yourself:

twist into a cone,

cut to make a flat top,




gather a strip of white crepe paper,




hot glue onto the inside of the cone,



add dollar store trim,




Simple, yet sweet, just the way I like 'em!



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26 comments:

  1. michelleNovember 29, 2010 at 9:21 AM

    Very pretty! I can't wait to see your tree all decked out! Have fun!

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  2. Michelle @ Sweet Something DesignNovember 29, 2010 at 9:45 AM

    Those are really cute, great job!

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  3. The Answer Is ChocolateNovember 29, 2010 at 9:46 AM

    I love these! They are so perfect for a vintage tree!

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  4. RobinNovember 29, 2010 at 10:23 AM

    So pretty. I love the way they give a little flare to the tree. Not to mention how all that white and cream really brightens up the dark green of the tree. I'm thinking I'm going to have to add some more white to my tree!

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  5. HeatherNovember 29, 2010 at 6:46 PM

    So cute!

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  6. texasdaiseyNovember 29, 2010 at 7:06 PM

    Oh that is very pretty. I can see that with a little glass vial in it and some flowers tucked in too!.
    Debbie

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  7. Vintage French HenNovember 30, 2010 at 7:15 AM

    Love this idea. I think I will make them for the staff where I work and fill them with kisses! thanks for sharing, Marcia

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  8. we three dogs and meNovember 30, 2010 at 11:24 AM

    really great cones. I will make some and fill with candy. I made cream satin ones with scented dried flowers wrapped in lace. Very pretty for victorian tree.

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  9. nat2377December 1, 2010 at 6:53 AM

    Love this idea. A great step-by-step simple tutorial. It's so great that the trim is from the $1 store! Can't wait to make these!
    NJB

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  10. The Answer Is ChocolateDecember 1, 2010 at 9:41 AM

    Hi Michele, can you let me know if you got my email about featuring you?

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  11. RebeccaDecember 1, 2010 at 5:02 PM

    I made some cones like this a few years ago for our local historical society tree-they're so neat!

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  12. Blondie's JournalDecember 2, 2010 at 8:40 AM

    The cones are darling...and so is your tree. It sounds a lot like mine. I think I have every crafty ornament my kids ever made. They mean more to me than all the rest.

    Thanks for the tutorial on the cone. I'm definitely going to try it!

    XO,
    Jane

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  13. Something Nice and PrettyDecember 2, 2010 at 9:09 AM

    Hi Michele!
    I found your blog from the Cozy Little House. I'm putting you on my blog list because I don't want to miss another one of your great projects, I love, love the chairs you have done they are fabulous and also the cone ornament:)

    Rondell

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  14. Days at Buttermilk CottageDecember 2, 2010 at 11:34 AM

    I'm visiting via Brenda at Cozy Little House--she's the best. Love your little cone ornaments. Happy holidays!
    Susan

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  15. C'est Moi, Julie MarieDecember 2, 2010 at 12:48 PM

    Hi Michelle, love your little cone ornament... xoxo Julie Marie

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  16. Daphne Nicole & Lynda CadeDecember 2, 2010 at 3:29 PM

    I love your cone ornaments, their so adorable... thanks so much for the tutorial!!!
    Blessings~~~ Daphne

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  17. vintagesusie & wingsDecember 2, 2010 at 5:18 PM

    Oh Friend,
    Thanks for sharing your lovely paper cone with us, it's delightful!
    Hope your Holiday is a Blessed one!!
    Smiles,
    Susie

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  18. fiberdoodlesDecember 2, 2010 at 8:57 PM

    I love this! It is very pretty!!

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  19. Becky@Beyond The Picket FenceDecember 3, 2010 at 11:49 AM

    So cute and sweet--thanks for linking up!

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  20. My Grama's SoulDecember 3, 2010 at 3:45 PM

    Too clever.....simple and inexpensive.

    Xo

    Jo

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  21. The Inspired NestDecember 3, 2010 at 6:58 PM

    Very Cute! I just may use these for party favors for my daughters birthday! I think she and her friends will feel very special with those! Thanks for the inspiration!
    Lacy

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  22. Debra@Common GroundDecember 3, 2010 at 9:04 PM

    Hi Michelle, your cones are so sweet and very vintage, love that you gave us a step by step.
    Thanks for linking up with VIF!
    hugs,
    Debra

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  23. Cheryl~ZanyMaydDecember 4, 2010 at 11:45 AM

    Love the cone ornament ~ Thanks for sharing the directions....
    Cheryl

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  24. KimDecember 4, 2010 at 1:53 PM

    I adore your cones with the addition of a ruffle and some glittery garland. Beautiful job.

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  25. ShaunnaDecember 5, 2010 at 10:03 AM

    Very Beautiful!! Simple, festive, and fresh. Thanks so much for linking to SFS this week...be sure to link up next week for the Christmas challenge for a prize. :) shaunna

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  26. Laurel @ Ducks in a RowDecember 7, 2010 at 12:46 PM

    Very cute - I like a little bit of sparkle!

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