“Open-When Love Notes Jar”  ✉️❤️ Words matter — love spoken lasts. ❤️ Supplies: Clear jar Pink, red, or white paper Pen or marker Ribbon ✨ Directions: Write notes labeled: Open when you need encouragement Open when you feel lonely Open when you need prayer Fold and place inside jar. Tie ribbon and add label: “Love Notes”

“Love Grows Here Mini Planter”  🌱❤️ Theme: Love grows when it’s nurtured — perfect for Valentine’s Day and everyday kindness. ❤️ Supplies (Dollar Tree): Small ceramic or plastic planter Faux greenery or small real plant Wooden heart pick or sticker Permanent marker or vinyl words ✨ Directions: Place greenery or plant in the pot. Add a wooden heart pick or heart sticker. Write or attach words like: Love Kindness Grace Optional scripture tag: 1 Corinthians 13:7

“Heart Words Glass Block” (Valentine Decor)  ❤️✨ Theme: Sharing love, kindness, and encouragement — perfect for Valentine’s Day without being over-the-top. This craft is simple, elegant, budget-friendly , and works for home, office, gifts, or church spaces . ❤️ What You’ll Need (Dollar Tree Finds): Glass block  (from Dollar Tree) Vinyl heart decals or heart stickers Black, red, or pink permanent marker  or vinyl words Battery fairy lights  (optional, fit inside the block) Rib

“Sabbath Stillness Scripture Stones”  🪨🕊️✨ Theme: Resting in God’s Word and embracing holy stillness. ❤️ What You’ll Need: 3–5 smooth stones Paint pens or permanent markers Small bowl or tray Optional: candle, greenery sprig ✨ Directions: Choose short scriptures or phrases, such as: Be Still  (Psalm 46:10) Trust the Lord Peace Write one phrase on each stone. Let ink dry fully. Place stones in a bowl or prayer corner. On Sunday, hold one stone during prayer or quiet reflecti

“Winter Blessings Window Stars”  ⭐❄️✨ Theme: Letting God’s blessings shine outward for others to see. ❤️ What You’ll Need: Wax paper or parchment paper White school glue Glitter (white, silver, or gold) Star template (any size) Toothpick or cotton swab Ribbon or clear fishing line ✨ Directions: Place a star template under wax paper. Trace the star with glue, then fill it in with glue. Sprinkle lightly with glitter; shake off excess. Let dry completely (several hours). Gently

“Peace in the Storm Snow Jar”  🌨️🕊️✨ Theme: Learning to rest in God’s peace—even when life feels unsettled. This craft is soothing, symbolic, and wonderful for both adults and children. ❤️ What You’ll Need: Clear jar with lid  (mason jar or recycled jar) Water White glitter or faux snow A drop of glycerin or clear glue  (optional, slows the “snow”) Small waterproof word strip or sticker  (Peace / Be Still / Trust God) Hot glue or strong adhesive Optional: Blue food coloring

“Anchor of Hope Winter Plaque”  ⚓❄️✨ Theme: Holding steady to hope — even in the winter seasons of life. This craft is calm, encouraging, and makes a beautiful reminder for the rest of the year. ❤️ What You’ll Need: Small wooden plaque, canvas, or thick cardstock Blue, gray, or white acrylic paint Paint pen or permanent marker Anchor stencil or simple anchor drawing Optional: Twine Sandpaper (for rustic look) Snowflake accents Clear sealer ✨ Directions: 1. Paint the Backgroun

“Snowflake Prayer Journal Page” Every prayer is unique — just like a snowflake. This craft is quiet, meaningful, and perfect for personal devotion time or group reflection. ❤️ What You’ll Need: Journal page or white cardstock Blue or gray pen/marker Snowflake stencil  or printable template Colored pencils or markers Optional: Washi tape Stickers Glitter pen ✨ Directions: 1. Create the Snowflake Trace or draw a large snowflake in the center of the page. 2. Write Your Prayers I

“Hope Word Snowman”  ☃️❄️✨ Theme: Building hope one word at a time — even in the cold seasons. This craft is fun, uplifting, and perfect for kids, families, classrooms, or church groups . ❤️ What You’ll Need: White cardstock or construction paper Scissors Glue stick Markers or paint pens Black and orange paper  (for face details) Optional: Buttons, glitter, stickers Cotton balls for texture ✨ Directions: 1. Create the Snowman Cut three white circles (large, medium, small).Glu

❄️ “Weekly Prayer Pebbles”   Theme: Taking prayer one day at a time — placing each day in God’s hands. This craft is simple, tactile, and wonderful for desks, kitchens, prayer corners, or offices. ❤️ What You’ll Need: 7 smooth stones or pebbles Paint pens or permanent markers Small bowl, jar, or basket Optional: Clear sealer spray Metallic marker Small candle ✨ Directions: 1. Prepare the Stones Wash and dry the stones thoroughly. 2. Label Each Stone Write one day of the wee

❄️ Winter Weekend Craft – Saturday, January 10, 2026 Craft: “Snowy Kindness Cards”  🤍❄️✉️ Theme: Spreading warmth and kindness during the coldest season. This is a wonderful hands-on, outward-focused craft —perfect for families, grandkids, church groups, or quiet weekend creativity. ❤️ What You’ll Need: White or light-blue cardstock Cotton balls or white tissue paper Glue Markers or pens Snowflake stickers (optional) ✨ Directions: Fold cardstock into simple cards. Glue cotto

“Scripture Snowflake Mobile”  ❄️📖✨ Theme: Letting God’s Word gently surround us and guide us each day — like snowflakes falling from Heaven. This craft is calming, creative, and beautiful when it moves softly in the winter air. ❤️ What You’ll Need: White or light blue cardstock Scissors Pen, marker, or paint pen String, twine, or fishing line Stick, embroidery hoop, or wire ring Hole punch or tape Optional: Glitter glue Silver or gold markers Snowflake stickers ✨ Directions:

Craft: “Snowy Word Canvas” 🎨❄️✨ Theme: Choosing a word to carry through the year — grounded in faith, hope, and intention. This craft is peaceful, meaningful, and makes a beautiful wall or desk piece. ❤️ What You’ll Need: Small canvas or thick cardstock White acrylic paint Sponge or old paintbrush Black, gray, or metallic paint pen Paper plate (for paint) Optional: Glitter (very light touch) Snowflake stencil Silver or gold paint Frame (if using cardstock) ✨ Directions: 1. C

“Warmth in a Jar – Encouragement Cocoa Jars”  ☕🤍✨ Theme: Sharing warmth, encouragement, and God’s love in a simple, heartfelt way. These jars make wonderful gifts , acts of kindness , or a cozy treat for your own quiet time. ❤️ What You’ll Need: Clear jars  (mason jars or recycled jars) Hot cocoa mix Mini marshmallows Chocolate chips or peppermint pieces Ribbon or twine Small tags or cardstock Optional: Candy canes Cinnamon sticks Stickers or winter-themed tags ✨ Directions:

“Bless the Birds Winter Feeder”  🐦❄️🌾 Theme: Sharing God’s care and provision — even in the coldest season. This craft reminds us that kindness and provision matter , and it’s perfect for families, kids, or quiet winter afternoons. ❤️ What You’ll Need: Pinecones  (large ones work best) Peanut butter  (or suet for outdoor durability) Birdseed Twine or yarn Butter knife or spoon Optional: Dried fruit bits Sunflower seeds Wooden craft sticks (for spreading) ✨ Directions: 1. Pr

“Quiet Time Prayer Snow Jar”  🤍🙏❄️ Theme: Creating a gentle reminder to pause, pray, and rest in God’s presence. This craft is simple, calming, and perfect for a prayer corner, bedside table, or devotional space. ❤️ What You’ll Need: Small clear jar  (baby food jar, mason jar, or candle jar) White paper  (cut into thin strips) Pen or marker White glitter or faux snow LED tealight Twine or ribbon Optional: Snowflake stickers Scripture tag Silver star charm ✨ Directions: 1. W

“Snowy Scripture Mug”  ☕❄️📖 Theme: Warming our hearts with God’s Word as we settle into the new year. This craft is practical, comforting, and perfect for cold January mornings. ❤️ What You’ll Need: Plain ceramic mug  (white works best) Oil-based paint pens  or porcelain markers Paper towel & rubbing alcohol  (to clean surface) Oven  (for setting paint, optional depending on markers) Optional: Snowflake stencils Metallic marker (silver or gold) Tea bags, cocoa packets, or co

“Follow the Light Lantern”  ✨🕯️❄️ Theme: Letting God’s light guide our steps in the new year. This craft is peaceful, symbolic, and beautiful glowing in the winter evenings. ❤️ What You’ll Need: Glass jar  (mason jar or recycled candle jar) Vellum paper or tracing paper Gold or black marker / paint pen LED tealight Twine or ribbon Optional: Star stickers Snowflake cutouts Gold glitter (very light use) ✨ Directions: 1. Prepare the Wrap Cut vellum or tracing paper to fit aroun

Craft: “Warm Words Snowflake Garland”  ✨🧣❄️ Theme: Filling the cold winter days with warm words, encouragement, and faith for the year ahead. This craft is simple, joyful, and great for homes, classrooms, offices, or church spaces . ❤️ What You’ll Need: White or light blue paper Scissors Pen, marker, or paint pen String, twine, or yarn Tape or mini clothespins Optional: Glitter glue Snowflake stickers Hole punch ✨ Directions: 1. Cut the Snowflakes Fold paper and cut classic

“Snow Globe Dreams Jar”  ✨🎯❄️ Theme: Shaking up a new year filled with hope, prayer, and God-given dreams. This craft is playful , meaningful , and perfect for families, journaling, or quiet reflection on New Year’s Day. ❤️ What You’ll Need: Clear jar with lid  (mason jar or recycled jar) White paper or cardstock Pen or marker White glitter or faux snow LED tealight  (optional) Ribbon or twine Optional: Snowflake stickers Silver stars Small tag labeled “2026” ✨ Directions: 1