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Sewn Paper Christmas Trees

I love that these trees are made from newspaper, although any
kind of paper would work. Simple Things Notebook has the tutorial.

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Pretty Angel Craft

This lovely angel ornament is made from cardboard and wire
wings with tissue paper. Found at Pintalalluna, there's not
a lot of detail on how it's made but maybe
you crafty ones can figure it out.

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25 Favorite Ornaments
For Kids To Make

scrap paper quilled bird ornament via Ingthings

beaded elf ornaments via Parents

melted hard candy ornaments via The Pink Couch

twig skate ornaments via Michelle Made Me

cheese lid sun catcher ornaments via El Hada de Papel

paper straw tree ornament via Pysselbolaget

sewing card ornaments via Mr Printables

origami star ornaments via Hugo and Mathilda

sticky note ornaments via A Subtle Revelry

snowman ornament via Mer Mag

Santa ornament made from a plastic egg via MollyMoo

baker's twine ornament via About Family Crafts

string wrapped monogram ornaments via 3 Squeezes

punched paper ball ornaments via This Heart of Mine

glittery chopstick icicle ornaments via By Stephanie Lynn

cardboard igloo ornament via Rust & Sunshine

stuffed brown bear book character ornaments

stuffed Brown Bear character ornaments via Rust & Sunshine

jeweled monogram ornaments via Aunt Peaches

painted acorn ornaments via Say Yes to Hoboken

dyed barley cookie cutter ornaments via Two-daloo

jeweled aluminum foil tree ornaments via Happy Hooligans

Perler Hama melty bead ornaments for kids to make

melty bead ornaments via Picklebums

aluminum foil kids art ornaments via Picklebums

painted woven basket strips recycled ornament

upcycled basket ornaments via Gingerbread Snowflakes

tissue paper mosaic ornaments via CBC Parents

Hundreds of ideas for more
ornaments kids can make!

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Adorable Handmade Reindeer and Santa Toys

I'm in love with these adorable handmade Christmas toys at
Kedublock! The reindeer has a base of peanuts and clay (yes,
peanuts!) and the Santa uses a walnut and wood acorn. Be
sure to peruse everything at Kedublock, amazing stuff!

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Cardboard and Chenille Stem Christmas Trees DIY

Pink Stripey Socks shares two ways to make Christmas
trees that are perfect for your Christmas village, decorations
or ornaments. The first tree is made from recycled cardboard
and the second tree is made using chenille stems
and has small beads added.

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Lacey Punched Salt Dough Ornaments

Here's a nice variation on the salt dough ornament at
The Artful Parent - make lacey ornaments by punching
holes with a straw. There's also a version that uses
beads to give them a stained glass effect.

12/06/2013 in 12+ years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Christmas Crafts, Doughs, Paints, Mixes, and Concoctions, Family, Free & Fun Crafts, Group, Ornaments | Permalink | Comments (0)

Stitched Ornaments Kids Can Make

Sewing School shares a fun stitched ornament idea
for kids that is great for all levels of sewing experience.

12/04/2013 in 12+ years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Christmas Crafts, Family, Group, Needlework, Ornaments, Sewing & Stitchery | Permalink | Comments (0)

Book and Activity Advent Day 4: Silhouette Ornaments

Book: The Trees of The Dancing Goats
Activity: tissue paper ornament silhouettes

Click here for all the details:
Book and Activity Advent Day 4

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Book and Activity Advent Day 3: Chenille Wreath Ornaments

Book: Petunia's Christmas
Activity: chenille wreath ornaments

Click here for all the details:
Book and Activity Advent Day 3

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Puffy Paint Gingerbread Man Craft

These puffy paint gingerbread men and houses could be used
as decorations or ornaments or even package toppers, so
cute! The recipe and how-to are at Teach Preschool.

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Marbled Autumn Salt Dough

Two-daloo makes their own autumn leaves
with this gorgeous marbled salt dough!

11/14/2013 in 12+ years old, 18 mos to 2 years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, All Ages, Crafts, Doughs, Paints, Mixes, and Concoctions, Fall Crafts, Family, Free & Fun Crafts, Group, Ornaments, Thanksgiving Crafts | Permalink | Comments (1)

Pumpkin Spice Salt Dough Ornaments

These pumpkin spice salt dough ornaments must smell
delicious! Found at Fun At Home With Kids, these make lovely
ornaments or table decorations for the holidays.

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