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Things have changed so much over the past few years when there was no other option but to go out and fight the crowds in the stores for holiday shopping. Fortunately, you can now skip the stress and shop from the comfort of you home. You don’t even have to get out of bed! If the luxury of shopping in your pajamas while enjoying a cup of coffee isn’t tempting enough, here are some other benefits to shopping online. Online shopping There are no lines: When you order from your computer or mobile device, you can checkout instantly. There is no line to wait in and you don’t have to worry about that one customer that holds up the line arguing over a price.  Further, you don’t have to worry about having to juggle holding your jacket, other bags, and other items.  Save money:  You don’t have to go into stores to take advantage of the deals being offered. Most stores offer the same discounts online or they may offer exclusive “online only” deals. In many cases,...

Are you tired of having the same ornaments on your tree year after year? Maybe you have a every type of ornament you can think of on your tree and are looking for something different this year. Consider using jute twine to give your Christmas tree a rustic feel. Two great things about jute twine ornaments are that you don’t have to spend a lot of money for the new ornaments and they are easy to make yourself. It is easy enough to use that your kids can help and even if you are a novice DIYer, you can make beautiful ornaments. Some examples of ornaments that you can make include: Christmas Tree Skirt Jute twine ball ornaments. This is will probably be one that kids especially enjoy. Start by blowing up a balloon the size of your fist. You then cover the balloon in a mixture or glue, cornstarch and water so that the jute twine will stick when wrapped around. After drying overnight, the balloon can be popped and you have a simple yet elegant rustic ornament. Jute twine wrapped...

Do you know the best alternative for paper wrapping? Are you looking for a fun way to connect with other crafters in the community?  Perhaps you are looking for a way to spend some time with family or friends as the holidays  close in on us. Consider having a gift-wrapping party.  This is different from wrapping gifts traditionally since it will be wrapping gifts with burlap.  Why burlap?  It’s creative, natural, chic, and rustic. It is a great way to spend time with others and show them an alternative to using paper wrapping paper. Burlap is a great choice for many reasons. It reduces waste . Traditionally, people spend countless hours wrapping gifts for others  for it to be ripped off in a matter of seconds and thrown away.  This creates a tremendous amount of waste that is not god for the environment.  By using burlap, that waste is reduced significantly as it can be used several times over.  Further, if it is thrown ...

Christmas Tree Now that Thanksgiving has come and gone, it is time to start getting ready for Christmas. It is tempting to put it off, as you want to recover from Thanksgiving.However, in a blink Christmas will be just a few days away and you can easily find yourself stressed out trying to get everything finalized. For the smoothest possible transition from Thanksgiving to Christmas, the key is to start planning early. Here are a few things you can start planning now. 1. Finalize travel arrangements:  Whether you and the family plan to travel to extended family or if they are coming to you, it is wise to finalize plans early. Flights will surely go up in price the closer you wait to the holiday and hotels will fill up quickly as well. 2. Make a budget and shopping list:  It is easy to overspend on presents if you go into the store and start picking up items blindly. The best way to avoid that is to make a list for whom you are buying for and what you are buying. It is...

The Many Uses of Chevron Printed Burlap Ribbon Crafters are always looking for something new and unique to work with. Jutemill can help with that. We proudly offer our natural and organic chevron printed burlap ribbon. This product is not only versatile, but it is also environmentally friendly. Some may shy away from this print not knowing what can be done with it. We assure you that there is a lot you can do with this printed burlap.  CRAFTS: Projects such as banners, bulletin board décor, tote bags, or wall decorations are perfect for chevron printed burlap. This unique design can easily be matched with solid color décor and is guaranteed to be an eye-catcher.  FLORAL ARRANGEMENTS: Burlap is extremely popular when it comes to creating a rustic floral arrangement. Why not step it up a notch and use the chevron printed burlap? It adds a nice pop of color and will last a long time.  CURTAINS: Add chevron printed burlap to your home...

Top 5 Simple Eco-Friendly Practices for Thanksgiving! Halloween has come and gone which means people will quickly begin to prepare for Thanksgiving.  The Thanksgiving season is always exciting as people prepare to spend time with family they haven’t seen in a long time and prepare for a big dinner. By nature, this is a time of excess as people prepare food that isn’t eaten; use an excess of resources, and otherwise engage in activities that are not environmentally friendly. Such practices are carried out without thought to the harm they cause.  With a little extra planning and effort, many eco-friendly practices can be employed. 1. Avoid disposable plates and utensils : Using paper plates and utensils is convenient but creates a large amount of waste that takes years to full decompose. Instead, let Thanksgiving be a special occasion that you bring out the good dishes. If disposable items are a must, go for items that made of recyclable materials.  Eco-friendly d...

BURLAP RIBBON - THE PERFECT ACCESSORY FOR YOUR FESTIVE DECORATIONS! Dyed burlap ribbon, patterned burlap ribbon, or burlap ribbon in its natural color is a wonderfully versatile accessory. Purchasing a burlap ribbon is not an expensive ordeal, which allows you to purchase as much as you desire. Aside from being made from natural jute fibers, burlap ribbon is lightweight and the perfect rustic and elegant detail to a project. There are many possibilities and different ways to use burlap ribbon that include: Holiday Decorations Printed burlap ribbon The ability to dye burlap or print designs on it, make it perfect for different holidays. For Christmas, the ribbon can be used for wreaths or rustic ornaments. For Halloween, the ribbon can be used to cover pumpkins. It is even great for holidays such as the Fourth of July, where star printed burlap ribbon can be used to make small flags. Wrapping Gifts When looking for a finishing touch for birthday presents or a package b...