I have found it sort of funny how many people have shared baby ornament projects with me on Facebook! However, no matter how cute I think they are, I haven't managed to actually complete one of these ornaments .. even though I already have the supplies in my craft materials! Eh, there is 9 days until Christmas right?
If you are looking for an easy gift or a special keepsake for Baby's First Christmas then check out these ideas for inexpensive, handmade ornaments!
1) Hospital Scrapbook Ornament
Materials needed: clear ornament, ribbon, keepsake items from the hospital (ID tags, hat, bracelet, etc.)
This is a creative way to display those precious memories! See these 2 ideas from Thrifty Crafty Girl and Beauty in the Mess.
2) Handprint or Footprint Ornament
Materials needed: Plain round ornament of any color, glitter or paint, pen, ribbon
Trace your little ones foot or hand or just dip it straight into the paint. Add a personalized name and date! I think these are adorable, but fear they might be a Pinterest fail if I tried to make one!
3) Salt Dough Ornament
Materials needed: Salt, flour, water, paint, ribbon.
A tried and true favorite is to make handprints or footprints with salt dough! You could paint them or leave them blank. If you don't want to make the dough yourself, there are many very similar kits at places like Michaels. Click the link below for an easy to follow recipe.
4) "Snow Globe" Picture Ornaments
Materials: Pictures, fake snow, clear ornament, ribbon
How adorable is this ornament featuring baby's ultrasounds? You could easily replace the ultrasounds with a picture instead!
5) Scrabble Ornaments
Materials: scrabble pieces, hotglue gun, ribbon
Basically, you can use scrabble pieces for most anything! Check your local thrift stores for a cheap game that you can turn into DIY projects.
Maybe I will actually get around to making one of these this weekend! Happy crafting! :)
