Holiday craft basics: Making dried oranges & apples
Dried oranges and apples are easy, crafty country accents that you can add to wreaths, swags, baskets, or any craft using dried natural items.
Dried oranges and apples are easy, crafty country accents that you can add to wreaths, swags, baskets, or any craft using dried natural items.
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