DON’T throw your mistletoe away, try growing your own!

This partial parasite grows on plants like apple, hawthorn and poplar.

Use fresh, plump berries in February/March.

Start by lifting a flap of bark underneath a branch and insert the berries into the wound (to help keep the seed moist).

Germinating seeds cause a swelling around the wound and small leaves will appear by the autumn.

The success rate is variable, so use 4-5 seeds to improve the odds.

Are you planning on decorating your home for the holidays this year? If so, there is a good chance that you will be in need of decorations. When it comes to decorating for Christmas, many individuals automatically head to their local department store or specialty Christmas shop. Buying your Christmas decorations is a great way to get the decorations that you need, but did you know that buying is not your only option? If you are a parent, you are encouraged to let your children make their own Christmas decorations. You will find that there are, literally, an unlimited number of benefits to doing so.

The wonderful thing about the Christmas season is that it is a time for people of all ages to enjoy. It is also a time for family togetherness, and when you have children, there is no better way to celebrate the Christmas season than to do so with Christmas crafts.

About Christmas Crafts

Children love Christmas, so no doubt they will be very excited to make Christmas crafts to decorate the home with. The first thing you need to do is go to your local craft store and get all of the necessary supplies.

Make this cute Christmas tree decoration with your children. Find more Christmas crafts for kids as well as coloring pages, puzzles, and printables of all kinds at www.ActivityVillage.co.uk – Keeping Kids Busy!

How to make an old fashioned Christmas wreath using pretzels, ribbon, and unique arts and crafts supplies in this free arts and crafts video.

Expert: Ginny Larson
Bio: Ginny Larson has been creating fun, inexpensive crafts for over 30 years.
Filmmaker: Terry Larson