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DIY Dollar Tree Christmas Photo Clip Memo Display

Transform a Dollar Tree mini photo clip into a delightful Christmas memo display with this easy DIY project. It adds a festive touch to your holiday decor while providing a charming way to showcase memories and reminders. Using simple materials, you can create a beautiful display perfect for your home, office, or as a thoughtful gift. This project is ideal for anyone wanting to add a personalized aspect to their Christmas celebrations. Get creative this holiday season with this budget-friendly craft idea!


Video tutorial


Materials Needed

- One mini clip photo frame
- Acrylic paint (green and white)
- Paintbrush
- Glue (hot glue recommended)
- Twine
- Assorted Christmas decorations (I used mini Christmas trees)
- Scissors
- Ribbon


Remove the Bow
   Start by removing the bow from the photo clip frame. It should come off easily since it is attached with hot glue. If it doesn't, use a craft knife to carefully detach it, ensuring not to damage the bow as you will need it later for this project.


Apply Acrylic Paint
   Next, apply your main color of acrylic paint to the frame. I chose green for my photo frame.


Add Accent Color
   Once the green paint is fully dry, lightly paint over a few areas of the frame with white acrylic paint. I initially considered using black but decided white would give a better effect.


Wrap with Twine
   Take the twine and begin wrapping it around one side of the frame. Use hot glue to secure the twine on the back side of the frame as you wrap. After wrapping the desired number of times, cut the twine and glue down the end to secure it.


Attach Mini Trees
   I incorporated mini Christmas trees into my design. Use hot glue to attach the trees at the bottom of the frame display.


Add Ribbon
   Cut a section of ribbon with scissors and glue it to the top of the frame. Reattach the bow to the top of the frame where it was originally attached.


This creative project provides a charming way to display messages, whether they are simple reminders or quick notes. Enjoy your beautifully decorated photo frame!



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  1. Maya KuzmanNovember 13, 2024 at 3:15 PM

    What a lovely project! I have an old cutting board I might use for this...

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    1. StephanieNovember 13, 2024 at 4:02 PM

      Maya, oh yes, a cutting board would work well for this project. Thank you very much for visiting. I'm always happy to have you stop by.

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  2. Jennifer WiseNovember 15, 2024 at 3:35 PM

    I love this so much, Stephanie! I always have little notes and reminders this time of year. I'd love to have one place for them like this--and so cute, to boot! :) Visiting from The Crazy Little Lovebirds linkup.

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    1. StephanieNovember 15, 2024 at 4:43 PM

      Jennifer, aw you're always so kind. I appreciate it. I also thought it was a cute way to display little notes and reminders. :)

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  3. Amy JohnsonNovember 16, 2024 at 7:13 AM

    Too adorable! You make the cutest things!

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  4. JayneNovember 17, 2024 at 10:10 AM

    What a lovely craft project! I love the ribbon border and the cute embellishments. :)

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  5. Nancy @ Grace and Peace QuiltingNovember 17, 2024 at 12:23 PM

    I really like these little easels!!!

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