Must-see Christmas hacks BEFORE you start decorating!

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  • Опубліковано 28 вер 2024

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  • @elenakalpakoff5020
    @elenakalpakoff5020 Рік тому +131

    How long do you think that's going to last come on now crazy I mean hot glue hot glue barely holds on some of the crafts that you do make and I know that I'm Crafter and I have to put some of the crazy glue with my hot glue in order for them to endure longer

    • @cathylaycock5598
      @cathylaycock5598 Рік тому +21

      Hot glue wouldn’t work in my city. Too windy, rainy and some cold temperatures. In Victoria BC Canada. Weather very similar to Seattle Wa

    • @judymcgowan2881
      @judymcgowan2881 Рік тому +18

      Have you tried the New Gorilla Hot Glue yet ???

    • @southernsass2937
      @southernsass2937 Рік тому +3

      @@judymcgowan2881
      Its awesome, but don't believe it would hold up to this.

    • @jerrib.1748
      @jerrib.1748 Рік тому +9

      It may not hold permanently, but may help to hold it in place while you're putting everything up. Or at least that's what I was thinking while I was watching it

    • @venusbroughton5112
      @venusbroughton5112 Рік тому +11

      If you're hot glue doesn't hold well maybe you're not applying enough or you're using a very cheap hot glue you could get the gorilla hot glue sticks they work great or you could use E6000 and hot glue that works wonderfully

  • @magpie92766
    @magpie92766 Рік тому +5

    Many of you are complaining about hot glue not holding up in the weather. There are construction grade hot glue sticks that will work. Acrylic hot glue shouldn't become brittle in the cold. Gorilla Glue has lasted in -16 degs in some instances. Do some research online & you might find something suitable for your needs.

  • @Og-Judy
    @Og-Judy Рік тому +8

    These have been around for awhile. The music was a bit obnoxious

  • @jerrib.1748
    @jerrib.1748 Рік тому +5

    Ty for sharing your ideas. And for those who thought it went too fast, I think it was just for inspiration, more so than directions 🤷‍♀️

    • @angiew4544
      @angiew4544 Рік тому +2

      If it goes too fast just slow down the speed in settings, that's what I do.

  • @LamasCreationsDIY
    @LamasCreationsDIY Рік тому +8

    All of these outdoor decorating is really nice, but... I live in an area where the snow would take over all of it.

  • @suewomack5960
    @suewomack5960 Рік тому +5

    omg what music choice is this??? i cant even think! had to press the mute button

  • @l.medina6251
    @l.medina6251 Рік тому +4

    Some good ideas, but I have an elderly father & attaching ANYTHING to a hand railing seems ill conceived! His safety is far more important than placing baubles on something he needs to lean on for stability.

    • @judymcgowan2881
      @judymcgowan2881 Рік тому +1

      Sorry for that. But there were LOTs of other things you could do in here !!

    • @AnneHealy
      @AnneHealy Рік тому +5

      Well then, don't do it.

    • @l.medina6251
      @l.medina6251 Рік тому

      @@AnneHealy DUH!

  • @kerryb5592
    @kerryb5592 Рік тому +3

    I'm loving some of these ideas. I'm so ready for Christmas now. Thank you Hometalk and Merry Xmas to you all from Australia xoxo

    • @Tcat506
      @Tcat506 Рік тому +2

      Merry Christmas , from Brisbane, Australia

  • @lizsanabria5541
    @lizsanabria5541 Рік тому +8

    Love all of these decorating ideas great job

  • @erickaprice4789
    @erickaprice4789 Рік тому +2

    Where did you purchase the vinyl sticky paper ( looked like shipping crates) that covered the cardboard boxes? I absolutely love your videos! Thank you!

  • @supercaradam8551
    @supercaradam8551 10 місяців тому

    Hi I just wanted to say I love this this video is really cool and can help me decorate I should have watched this video your videos different from everybody else you show all the❤

  • @WonderEvy
    @WonderEvy Рік тому +1

    Hi! Nice vid!! This year I made a giant life size gingerbread man that lights up! Merry Christmas to you! 💚❤💙

  • @MelanieOregon
    @MelanieOregon Рік тому +3

    What is the black piping used for walkway arch? Thanks for ideas, wish had info on each, slower video & at least entire song so not same part repeated.

    • @angiew4544
      @angiew4544 Рік тому

      Slow down the video in settings

  • @judymckerrow6720
    @judymckerrow6720 Рік тому +4

    In my area you can never find tomato cages in fall, only spring and summer.🍁🍂🍁💚🙃

    • @barbarageorge7848
      @barbarageorge7848 Рік тому

      Can you order online?

    • @wesvan6
      @wesvan6 Рік тому

      You could probably use wooden dowels from one of the big hardware stores

    • @caroltapia3291
      @caroltapia3291 Рік тому +5

      I buy them when I find some and store them

  • @73beetle19
    @73beetle19 9 місяців тому

    I put garland on my front porch guard rails with wire ties .

  • @erindzurison7498
    @erindzurison7498 Рік тому

    Okay.....that tomato cage tree idea was pretty brilliant 👏
    HOWEVER.....that hot glue won't be holding up jack after all that ice and snow hit LOL

  • @sockmonkeyaj
    @sockmonkeyaj 10 місяців тому

    Some of these things are cute. But don't you have wind in your area. Those plastic bowls with the lights would be down the street by me. 😂

  • @deborahjames8251
    @deborahjames8251 Рік тому +2

    Loved all ideals
    Home talk. Always amazing

  • @bwhite429
    @bwhite429 Рік тому

    I like to use one inch staples for my Christmas lights and I like to staple them down every two to three inches on my shingles like Clark W. Griswald

  • @marlenapiwonska9468
    @marlenapiwonska9468 Рік тому

    Just to get supplies alone to make some of these is actually more expensive than just going and buying the finished product... Some of this DYI is just so ridiculous

  • @margcan
    @margcan Рік тому

    glue didn't hold for me but I do use Velcro all the time

  • @jen7916
    @jen7916 Рік тому +8

    FYI: using hot glue for especially the first one (hanging lights on brick) is NOT going to work….unless you want to redo it every day or so. For outside you have to use something like e6000. You could put a little dab here and there to hold things together while the other adhesive dries, but not alone. It doesn’t do well in the heat or the cold. Smh

    • @magpie92766
      @magpie92766 Рік тому +3

      Look for construction grade hot glue.

    • @thepropertymom
      @thepropertymom 11 місяців тому

      is there such a thing...my hot glue held for 2 days and then it fell off
      @@magpie92766

  • @mariadelcarmenortega725
    @mariadelcarmenortega725 Рік тому

    Nice nice🥰

  • @lindamontemarano3638
    @lindamontemarano3638 Рік тому +2

    You've shared so many great ideas. But I couldn't keep up with you You were going way too fast for me to follow

  • @danddstorytime232
    @danddstorytime232 Рік тому +1

    music is too much. great ideas though.

  • @lusadrianaperez9641
    @lusadrianaperez9641 Рік тому +1

    😎

  • @sashausti4717
    @sashausti4717 Рік тому

    The hot glue is not it. It's definitely going to release once It gets hot or cold.

  • @nora3507
    @nora3507 Рік тому

    Love idea but music

  • @cloriecesalter344
    @cloriecesalter344 Рік тому

    This is by far a not so good one.

  • @pritamsule1102
    @pritamsule1102 Рік тому

    So not planet friendly!! 👎🏼👎🏼

  • @dmcdickify
    @dmcdickify Рік тому

    Start now😅 done next year❄

  • @bpcardella
    @bpcardella Рік тому +16

    That music is swinging on my last nerve

  • @annmarieschantz9724
    @annmarieschantz9724 Рік тому +15

    I love your videos, please don't use that kind of music. Ty!!

  • @EmersonFranklin65
    @EmersonFranklin65 Рік тому +45

    Some practical hacks to prepare for the inflation and depression coming after the Christmas: Limit unnecessary spending, Pay attention to your health, Invest and spread your assets and while at it, always make correct inquiries so you don't throw your money in the wind or better still, get the services of an expert (that way, you give little room for error). Been using these for 2 years now and finally made up to a million. I may be prepared, are you? or you want to completely empty your reserves this Christmas?

    • @chriswilliams2061
      @chriswilliams2061 Рік тому +3

      Amazing approach though a bit extreme... You mentioned getting assets and using
      pros, if its not a problem. do you mind telling which asset type, if you used one or recommending a good one? Been thinking about doing something lately... I look forward to you
      replying...

    • @tomthetalker4442
      @tomthetalker4442 Рік тому +3

      lmao. people always think it right to live lavishly during xmas. zero cares. its not right but they should if thats what they want

    • @EmersonFranklin65
      @EmersonFranklin65 Рік тому +5

      @@chriswilliams2061 It's not supposed to be easy, the effects are harder. Mostly Stocks and yes, I used one, I literally know next to nothing on the subject. For the expert, don't know if I am permitted to go into details here, but you could
      look up "Stephen Joseph Kohlhofer". Not so sure he takes on new people right now, but you could try.

    • @chriswilliams2061
      @chriswilliams2061 Рік тому

      thanks...

    • @michaelchad5241
      @michaelchad5241 Рік тому +3

      @Kentucky This right here is the second time I am coming across this name in a week. Came to my workplace for a program and it was lit. found nothing funny bout his accent though

  • @22ERICSHELLY
    @22ERICSHELLY Рік тому +13

    Thanks! May Jesus continue to bless you and your family

  • @dnp1776
    @dnp1776 Рік тому +10

    Some of these are nice.. Sorry but the hot glue won't stay in our mountain winters.

    • @begoodbebetterbeblessedix3766
      @begoodbebetterbeblessedix3766 Рік тому +2

      Try Liquid Nail Glue (not the one for the fingertips). Weather resistant, dries clear with superb hold. Just wish these craft videos wld use better glue than hot glue. That's why most ppl don't do projects. Best of luck and blessings to you

    • @judymcgowan2881
      @judymcgowan2881 Рік тому +1

      Try the new 🦍 Hot Glue or the tape for some of the things.

    • @jen7916
      @jen7916 Рік тому +1

      Yeah glue is a rotten choice for any outdoor things. I use e6000 with a few drops of hot glue just to hold it together while the stronger adhesive dries. Never had any issues

  • @kaywoolsey3722
    @kaywoolsey3722 Рік тому +6

    Sorry hot glue does not work on brick, let alone anything else outside in the cold, once it hardens and is cold it literally falls off! I just tried it last night...the strand wasn't still hung in the morning!

  • @mzangel7ify
    @mzangel7ify Рік тому +5

    Um...hot glue won't hold in the cold

  • @Joanna-bn6oo
    @Joanna-bn6oo Рік тому +6

    Id think the cup holder screws will leave holes in vinyl siding. Unsightly and leak with weather.

    • @dibright1445
      @dibright1445 Рік тому

      You can buy these hooks that attach to either brick or siding and it doesn’t leave any holes. You can remove them when not in use. I hope this helps. ❤

  • @wesvan6
    @wesvan6 Рік тому +29

    I used clear gorilla tape to hang my lights last year and it worked great. And I’m in central Illinois and we had some good winds and a good amount of snow.

    • @kathrynriggs2489
      @kathrynriggs2489 Рік тому +1

      Did you have tape residue left behind when you took it down? I've used clear packing tape to keep ribbon and cords down on my white vinyl covered porch posts and it is a Pain to clean the residue, even with GooGone

    • @wesvan6
      @wesvan6 Рік тому

      @@kathrynriggs2489 yes I did. I’m going to do the same thing this winter using clear gorilla tape. This spring I will probably hits the residue with goo gone and then pressure wash as well.

    • @kathrynriggs2489
      @kathrynriggs2489 Рік тому

      @@wesvan6 the cussing I do everytime I clean it up, lol!

    • @magpie92766
      @magpie92766 Рік тому +2

      @@kathrynriggs2489 have you tried heating w a blow dryer or heat gun before removing? Use caution with heat gun, they can remove paint.

    • @kathrynriggs2489
      @kathrynriggs2489 Рік тому +1

      @@magpie92766 I haven't tried that. I've done it with hot glue but not tape

  • @serenitypeaceandcomfort3669
    @serenitypeaceandcomfort3669 Рік тому +8

    Hot glue doesn't hold in cold weather.

  • @milliehouston1089
    @milliehouston1089 Рік тому +21

    I loved the trees in the cardboard boxes.

  • @marcellakramer7118
    @marcellakramer7118 Рік тому +2

    Where do you find the directions for how exactly to make a lot of these crafty ideas for the holidays??? I truly do not like videos they just play music n show you things done on super fast sowed n then expect us to be able to recreate it!!! How about giving some actual directions???

  • @marjoriegoodwin9121
    @marjoriegoodwin9121 Рік тому +13

    I like the popcorn and cranberry string idea!

  • @mvpdeb1211
    @mvpdeb1211 Рік тому +7

    Turning the volume down or off works for me if I don't like the music. Nice video. Love all the ideas.

    • @wandaherring7526
      @wandaherring7526 Рік тому

      You can turn the volume down or off on your device you are using.

  • @user-vm5ud4xw6n
    @user-vm5ud4xw6n Рік тому +35

    Love all the ideas. Turned the music down, really got annoying. Wish I had a place for all these great ideas. I’m definitely going to try the Christmas tree using the tomato cage. Never would have thought of that!

    • @Hometalk
      @Hometalk  Рік тому +1

      Thank you for the feedback!

    • @pastda3
      @pastda3 Рік тому +5

      I agree about the music. I wish most videos would do away with it altogether. It can be very distracting at times. Otherwise, I really like some of these great ideas. Thank you.

    • @kathygoulden2925
      @kathygoulden2925 Рік тому +5

      The "listener" can turn their volume down lol lol lol

    • @michellejolly7325
      @michellejolly7325 Рік тому +1

      I so agree…

  • @krystal6612
    @krystal6612 Рік тому +7

    Does the hot glue really hold up in super cold wet climates??? I doubt it! I wish it did tho’❤

    • @vidaloca3354
      @vidaloca3354 Рік тому

      Didn't work for me. The very next day most had fallen off

  • @unitedheartsamerica5924
    @unitedheartsamerica5924 Рік тому +4

    You peeps are just frickin genius!! So dang inspiring!!

  • @lindafoster5511
    @lindafoster5511 Рік тому +19

    I loved the tomato cage/garland Christmas trees and the formerly pumpkin-now snowman ideas!

  • @nannyb8714
    @nannyb8714 Рік тому +6

    Thanks for sharing all the great 💡! Where'd you get the paper used on cardboard boxes, awesome idea?!?

    • @suzanne529
      @suzanne529 Рік тому

      I want to know, too!

    • @jerrib.1748
      @jerrib.1748 Рік тому

      Right! It was so cute and antique looking 😍

    • @dibright1445
      @dibright1445 Рік тому

      I don’t think they will ever let us know. Hopefully someone else reading the comments will know and share what it is and where to get it. ❤

    • @suzanne529
      @suzanne529 Рік тому +2

      @@dibright1445 I know! Show us a really cool thing and then not tell us where to get said item.

    • @Kitkow43
      @Kitkow43 Рік тому

      The paper is Wood Crate “Trolley” 20x30" Roycycled Treasures Decoupage Tissue Papers.

  • @instaglam7508
    @instaglam7508 Рік тому +4

    I like to use zip ties to hang lights on railings and bannister’s and thumb tacks to wrap the lights going up the tree trunks outside works great

  • @pfefferjozsef
    @pfefferjozsef Рік тому +1

    Some of them may look good, but the amount of plastic rubbish people create with these ideas is just shocking.
    Maybe it’s time to think differently and organically.

  • @31alaana
    @31alaana Рік тому +3

    Please use Command hooks instead of drilling above your doors. You can remove command hooks without any damage afterwards.

  • @CesarMartinez-oo5uo
    @CesarMartinez-oo5uo Рік тому +2

    Hot glue won't work in colorado winter weather. That will fall off in minutes. Plus it's windy sometimes.

    • @jen7916
      @jen7916 Рік тому

      It won’t work outdoors really in any weather. Heat just melts it and cold snaps it kinda. I hate they used hot glue for these. I get they were trying to just get things done and hung up but they should’ve at least put on screen, “use a strong adhesive like e6000 for outdoor decor”…..something! Drove me crazy the whole video lol

  • @WillyJoeFilms
    @WillyJoeFilms Рік тому +1

    These aren’t even hacks… they’re just normal things people do 😂

  • @gisellerobitaille8136
    @gisellerobitaille8136 Рік тому +2

    fantastic video, thank you for sharing this awesome video

  • @brendasidmore2731
    @brendasidmore2731 Рік тому +3

    Love the 'popcorn' garland.

  • @debralynnbailey6527
    @debralynnbailey6527 Рік тому +3

    Thanks for sharing many good Information and ideas Christmas 🎄 yay 😀

  • @theKRB93
    @theKRB93 Рік тому +8

    I love that these are actual hacks in the sense that they're a cost-saving version of what you can buy pre-made at the store! Inflation hits hard and so many 'hacks' either don't work or end up costing more, so this video was a refreshing change of pace.
    The flowerpot tomato cage trees at 0:28, metal bowl bells at 5:24, stack of gifts at 5:40, giant ball ornaments at 6:04, ornament wreath at 7:08, arches at 7:30 were my favorites

    • @wandaherring7526
      @wandaherring7526 Рік тому +1

      Yes. I liked those and also using the plastic bowls to make the big Christmas light balls I see in trees at Christmas. The bought version is very expensive. A lot of good ideas . I also liked the huge wreath made using a pool noodle.

  • @librarian2751
    @librarian2751 Рік тому +1

    Just remember hot glue will not hold in cold climates.

  • @thinblueline6321
    @thinblueline6321 Рік тому +2

    When you live in the south you can forget the hot glue idea

    • @jen7916
      @jen7916 Рік тому

      In the north too. The cold just makes it all fall apart. It was a stupid choice to show them using that, especially because there are some people that don’t know it isn’t useful for outdoors

  • @marvadollison1169
    @marvadollison1169 Рік тому +2

    Amazing, diy’s, have to try a few of those Christmas projects. Tfs.❤️👍👍👍👌

  • @Mebuggiefan
    @Mebuggiefan Рік тому +3

    I love all these ideas. I am going to try them. Can't wait. Dollar Tree, here I come.

  • @jackiemota910
    @jackiemota910 Рік тому +2

    So many great ideas 🎉👍👏👏👏

  • @2Ryled
    @2Ryled Рік тому +1

    Hot glue will probably fall off when it gets dewy or cold

  • @territhreet
    @territhreet Рік тому +1

    This is too FAST.
    I cant see what the hacks are!😮‍💨

    • @jen7916
      @jen7916 Рік тому

      You should be able to slow down the video in your settings

  • @DeeAlta403
    @DeeAlta403 Рік тому +1

    A lot of the decorations are great for indoors, but would never last in our winds, snow and cold temps 😔

  • @ganstagranny312
    @ganstagranny312 Рік тому +1

    I love the snowman topiary....

  • @kaysimpson8253
    @kaysimpson8253 Рік тому +1

    What did you use to cover the cardboard boxes...paper, burlap bag, ???

  • @vanstromi7810
    @vanstromi7810 Рік тому

    Please don’t use hot glue on electrical. Heat like that isn’t meant for electrical. Also, it doesn’t work. Just use hooks, Command hooks (check for weight limits) and zip ties. Nails work too but trying to limit the holes in your home is obviously preferred.

  • @MelissaFreeman
    @MelissaFreeman Рік тому

    Those hot glued lights don’t stand a chances against wind

  • @isabellayessi
    @isabellayessi Рік тому

    Not realistic if you live in Snow areas half these porch diy. In my area the wind and snow would take everything down in a min. Stop posting unrealistic expectations for diy.

  • @jackieo8693
    @jackieo8693 10 місяців тому

    Lots of great ideas! Except for the gnome "tree." Positively frightening hahaha

  • @red-hotpepper-pappa3097
    @red-hotpepper-pappa3097 9 місяців тому

    All these creations are pretty, But My favorite…it’s the last one that shows in this video!!!❤

  • @victoriarolle7225
    @victoriarolle7225 Рік тому +1

    First time watching your video love it love it love it keep doing what you’re doing

  • @jons.6216
    @jons.6216 Рік тому

    Definitely some cute ideas, but that music is hilariously weird in a good way! Haha!

  • @PSA3377
    @PSA3377 Рік тому

    Using the hot glue gun outdoors to hold up the weight of something like the lights is nt a good idea . I doubt very much it will hold much longer than the duration of filming this .

  • @Nana1959.
    @Nana1959. Рік тому

    I Would not recommend using hot glue on wires it’s not very safe.

  • @lyn2256
    @lyn2256 Рік тому

    Hot glue outside in South Florida and Texas melts...

  • @sharronturner1801
    @sharronturner1801 Рік тому

    Sorry. Not inspired. Snowball tree is awful 😔

  • @AmandaMaeGray
    @AmandaMaeGray Рік тому

    Wish you credit the original videos so we could see the whole thing 🧐

  • @path81
    @path81 Рік тому +1

    I love the way you are doing your decorations for Christmas ❤

  • @catsmaw9286
    @catsmaw9286 Рік тому +1

    Does anyone know what the black hoselike material was used for those arches...I would love to try that....

    • @debraanderson7603
      @debraanderson7603 Рік тому

      Me too that was gonna b my question hope we hit an answer lol

    • @catsmaw9286
      @catsmaw9286 Рік тому +1

      @@debraanderson7603 Me, too! I really like that hack, those archways usually are pretty expensive..! Happy Holidays to You!

    • @Shazzadut1
      @Shazzadut1 Рік тому +1

      Isn’t it just the sort of hose you use when you have drip irrigation in your garden beds? It’s kind of soft, not firm like a regular garden hose.

    • @aidanayala363
      @aidanayala363 Рік тому

      It’s a gas line. They used an old one that’s black and rubber with a large enough diameter to cover the broom.

  • @pritamsule1102
    @pritamsule1102 Рік тому

    So not planet friendly!! 👎🏼👎🏼

  • @msrpete
    @msrpete 9 місяців тому

    hacks....... appropriately named video.

  • @fullofair
    @fullofair Рік тому

    Plastic. What an environmental nightmare.

  • @clvrcre8v829
    @clvrcre8v829 Рік тому

    Thank you for providing such great content for r/DIWHY…these are all so laughable!

  • @tawandataylor7271
    @tawandataylor7271 Рік тому +1

    👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛

  • @sandrajohnson2489
    @sandrajohnson2489 10 місяців тому

    I would never trust hot glue to hold outdoor lights.

  • @lorif3231
    @lorif3231 Рік тому

    Soon as it gets cold....rains...wind blows...that hot glue coming off. Seriously? Get real

  • @suzannehribal4117
    @suzannehribal4117 Рік тому

    Hot glue only lasts a short time. I wish I could find an easy way to hang lights on brick in IL/IN winters!

  • @cherylebbing199
    @cherylebbing199 Рік тому

    Great ideas, girlfriend....music got on my nerves though. ; D

  • @ng3069
    @ng3069 Рік тому

    Sorry but these are pitiful!

  • @tracy_222
    @tracy_222 Рік тому +1

    Fantastic ideas👍🏻🎅🏻🎄

  • @2Ryled
    @2Ryled Рік тому

    I don't think that glue will hold up in cold/dew, moisture

  • @sheila6086
    @sheila6086 Рік тому +1

    Some really great ideas

  • @stitchgirl9741
    @stitchgirl9741 Рік тому

    For a split second at 2:00 in I literally thought she had someone dressed as a storm troop on the driveway. 😂

  • @TammieAbusedNotBrokenRecovered

    1st one had me till the giant poof balls went on! 😳🤦🏼‍♀️😂🤣😂

  • @wandaherring7526
    @wandaherring7526 Рік тому

    Great ideas. I want to try some of these neat ideas and will save the video for next year. Thank you!

  • @alw5101
    @alw5101 Рік тому

    You blow my little mind at how GENIUS YOU ARE 😳🤯