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December 19, 2015

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Turn a gift bag into a pretty home decor accent. It's a great way to recycle those gift bags or make a custom piece with a dollar store bag!



Hello Friends! Today, I have another home decor idea using gift bags.

I know that most of you are probably done with your holiday decorating by now, but I thought that I would put this one out there now in case you are looking for some last minute inspiration.

Plus, gift bags are going to be on clearance in the next few days.

You may get a few during the holidays that are too pretty to toss and frankly, while I have created my signs for Christmas, these ideas could be used anytime of the year.

So let's take a peek at just one more easy gift bag decor idea.

Shall we?

This one has been transformed into hanging wall art, not a wooden sign. I took the back of the bag that I used in my bedroom, added some ribbon and hung it on my book page magazine hanger.

Super easy, super charming and totally free.

Keep in mind that if you do not have a wooden hanger you could also tie your bag to a piece of driftwood or birch...any branch really...and then tie a ribbon to each end to make a hanger.

The ideas are truly endless. I just happened to be looking at my magazine hanger at the same time I was wondering what the heck I was going to do with half a gift bag and well, you know...

To finish the back off, I glued construction paper to the bag.

Gift Bag Craft

Then I looped some ribbon through the handle holes and around the hanger and tied a knot.

Christmas Kitchen Decor Ideas

It's a sweet way to add a little holiday spirit for free...and in less than five minutes.

Fabulous!

Are you looking at gift bags in a new way yet?

And I promise, I'm done with these now.

Really.

Well.

At least until Valentine's Day.



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  1. Celestina MarieDecember 19, 2015 at 8:12 PM

    Such a great idea Kim. Love it and makes one look at gift bags in a new way. Even bags from other seasons would be cute. Thanks for sharing. Merry Christmas. xo

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    1. Kim December 20, 2015 at 10:36 AM

      I totally agree, CelestinaMarie. There are pretty gift bags in stores all year long! :)

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  2. BarbaraDecember 19, 2015 at 8:17 PM

    Very clever. Wish you had shared Earlier! I have a bunch of gift bags left over that would be perfect.

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    1. Kim December 20, 2015 at 10:28 AM

      Thanks Barbara! I know, maybe I should’ve done a round up with all of them earlier. Hope you can use the idea next year. Merry Christmas! :)

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  3. AnnMarie aka Vintage Junkie aka NaNaDecember 19, 2015 at 8:31 PM

    Cute idea! I have a ton of gift bags in a closet because I can't throw them away, even if they have rips! I am definitely looking at gift bags in a new way!

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  4. LorriDecember 19, 2015 at 10:03 PM

    I love the vintage feel of the bag and hanger. Very cute. I actually am going to start some decorating tonight and tomorrow. My kids will be with their other sides and we are doing our celebration at the farm on January 9 and since my tree is real I am waiting until right before the holiday to put it up so that it will still have a few needles left on it when we open presents. So, for me this is a very timely post. :)

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    1. Kim December 20, 2015 at 10:29 AM

      Fabulous Lorri! You are my target audience!! Merry Christmas now and then! :)

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  5. PennyDecember 19, 2015 at 10:09 PM

    Sweet , easy, and beautiful, thanks for a great idea!

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  6. Butterfly 8)(8 Bungalow December 19, 2015 at 10:21 PM

    So sweet. xoxo Su

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  7. An Oasis in the DesertDecember 19, 2015 at 10:25 PM

    Very cute idea, Kim!

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  8. LynneDecember 19, 2015 at 11:11 PM

    Great idea Kim . . .
    It looks like one of those hand painted pictures on a piece of slate . . .
    I agree, a piece of birch or driftwood could be used for a hanger too.

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    1. Kim December 20, 2015 at 10:39 AM

      I think that the wood would be a very charming accent! :)

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  9. JunkchiccottageDecember 20, 2015 at 12:32 AM

    Kim,
    This is a great idea. Some of the gift bags are works of art in themselves so why not do this and keep them. Great idea. Enjoy these next days leading up to the big day. Merry Christmas my friend.
    Kris

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    1. Kim December 20, 2015 at 10:41 AM

      Thanks Kris. I agree, so many pretty bags out there. I am happy to display them. :)

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  10. Judy at GoldCountryCottageDecember 20, 2015 at 12:40 AM

    Another charming idea, Kim. You are so good! Happy Holidays to you and your family..Merry Christmas..Judy

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    1. Kim December 20, 2015 at 10:31 AM

      Thank you, Judy. Merry Christmas to you and yours, as well!! :)

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  11. Cindy LouDecember 20, 2015 at 12:52 AM

    Great idea! Their are beautiful bags out there!

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  12. Mary K.December 20, 2015 at 7:22 AM

    That is just adorable Kim, and I am definitely up for free! Those are my kinds of crafts too! I want to wish you a very Merry Christmas and enjoy the holidays. I'm going to be taking a break for a few weeks because this month has done me in! ;)

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    1. Kim December 20, 2015 at 10:30 AM

      Oh I agree Mary! I wish you a Merry Christmas!! :)

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  13. Deb @ Frugal Little BungalowDecember 20, 2015 at 8:21 AM

    These gift bag posts are ingenious :)

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  14. Debbie - Mountain MamaDecember 20, 2015 at 11:06 AM

    Your brain amazes me, the things it comes up with! Pure genius, I tell you!!

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    1. Kim December 20, 2015 at 11:21 AM

      Haha ~ Thanks Debbie! I don’t know abut genius, but I’ll take it!

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  15. Cathy @ My 1929 CharmerDecember 20, 2015 at 12:22 PM

    Cute, sweet and easy! Just what I need right now, thanks for your creativity.

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    1. Kim December 20, 2015 at 6:15 PM

      Thanks so much, Cathy! You share your recipes and I share my easy crafts...fabulous!

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  16. Brenda PruittDecember 20, 2015 at 1:17 PM

    Well, how clever! You have become the queen of crafts!
    Brenda

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  17. Cheryl @ Artzzle.comDecember 20, 2015 at 1:27 PM

    Kim, you know EZ PZ is my goal. These are great for all of us looking for a little last minute bling! I'm a contributor over on the "HomeTalk Christmas" PINTEREST board. This is heading over there for a share!

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    1. Kim December 20, 2015 at 6:14 PM

      Well, this one is EZ PZ for sure, Cheryl and pretty darn cheap, too!! Thanks for pinning it. I love when people share my stuff! Best present ever! :)

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  18. Lisa @ Texas DecorDecember 20, 2015 at 1:51 PM

    You really have come up with some neat ways to use gift bags! I forgot about all the after Christmas clearance sales. I think I need to make a point of shopping on the 26th for more gift bags. :) Oh, and now I can't wait for the Valentine bags to come out! :)

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    1. Kim December 20, 2015 at 6:12 PM

      It all started with your post, Lisa!! You are my gift bag muse! ;)

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  19. A Joyful CottageDecember 20, 2015 at 1:52 PM

    Super cute. Pinning. Merry Christmas, sweet Kim!!!! xo ~ Nancy

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    1. Kim December 20, 2015 at 6:10 PM

      Thank you, Nancy!! I love getting pinned. It sounds so sweet, too…Merry Christmas, my friend.

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  20. quakerhillfarmDecember 20, 2015 at 2:13 PM

    That is such a cute idea! Really adds a festive look to your cabinet! Great inspiration fast and fun!!

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    1. Kim December 20, 2015 at 6:10 PM

      Why thank you, Lynn! I really like these easy projects!

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  21. Julie's LifestyleDecember 20, 2015 at 3:34 PM

    Hello Kim, that is another one of your great ideas for decorating for Christmas. Thanks for sharing this.
    Wishing you a wonderful week and a Merry Christmas.
    Julie

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    1. Kim December 20, 2015 at 6:08 PM

      Hi Julie, Merry Christmas to you my friend and thank you for the sweet comment.

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  22. BenitaDecember 20, 2015 at 4:05 PM

    I love it! And it looks like a metal piece of art from the photos!!

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    1. Kim December 20, 2015 at 6:07 PM

      I know! It really is a cool bag…and thanks Benita! :)

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  23. Laura of Harvest Lane CottageDecember 20, 2015 at 7:40 PM

    This is a great idea. Thanks for sharing!

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  24. Chatfield CourtDecember 20, 2015 at 10:27 PM

    Another awesome and easy idea. So cute Kim! Merry Christmas to you my friend.

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  25. Karen@Southern Gal Meets MidwestDecember 21, 2015 at 2:55 PM

    Thanks for sharing another gift bag idea...Yes I am definitely looking at gift bags differently. Merry Christmas Kim!

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    1. Kim December 23, 2015 at 5:04 PM

      Glad to hear it Karen! I think I'm going to stop now, but truly, I could go on! ;) Merry Christmas!

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  26. Carla from The RiverDecember 21, 2015 at 3:45 PM

    Great idea and makes things so festive.
    Merry Christmas!
    Carla

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    1. Kim December 23, 2015 at 5:08 PM

      Thank you, Carla! Merry Christmas to you and your family…

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  27. Doreen@foxdenrdDecember 21, 2015 at 9:41 PM

    One of the cutest repurposing ideas I've seen Kim.

    Merry Christmas to you and yours!

    xxx

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    1. Kim December 23, 2015 at 5:08 PM

      Why thank you, Doreen!! Merry Christmas! :)

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  28. handmade by amaliaDecember 22, 2015 at 5:51 AM

    What a fun idea, Kim. A very happy holiday to you and yours.
    Amalia
    xo

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  29. RueDecember 22, 2015 at 11:57 AM

    That's a super cute idea, Kim :)

    Now go relax! lol

    xoxo,
    rue

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    1. Kim December 23, 2015 at 5:02 PM

      Haha! Thank you. I am not sure if I was born with that gene, but relaxing sure sounds nice! ;)

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  30. UnknownDecember 22, 2015 at 12:26 PM

    Hi Kim,
    What a pretty idea, and I love it hanging from your book page hanger!
    Wishing you and your family a Wonderful Christmas and 2016!
    Hugs, Kimberley

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    1. Kim December 23, 2015 at 5:03 PM

      Thank you, Kimberley! Right back at you! :)

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