Clay ornaments have been made by generations of children, they are so much fun to create, and oh so easy for you to whip up a batch of dough. You can even experiments by adding food coloring to the dough before baking.

CLAY RECIPE FOR CHRISTMAS ORNAMENTS

1 c. salt 1 tsp. powdered alum 1 1/2 c. water
If dough is too dry, work in another tablespoon of water with your hands.

Dough can be colored by dividing it into several parts and knead in a drop or two of food coloring into each part. Roll or mold as desired.

Here in Philippines, we Celebrate Christmas in a very unusual way.

We always dangle a big star-shaped ornament made of colorful “ingredients” of your choice, at front of our house, which synbolyzes the star of Betlehem.

Why doncha try it, and see how your neighbours aspire and become envous to it.

Merry Christmas.

we called it Parol.

Just create a star shaped skeleton, and presto, that was that.
Design in, decorate it.

The theme of these clever and easy-to-make ornaments is Christmas trees, which means you’ll find ornaments, gift packages, and more to make and use to decorate your own Christmas tree.

Festive Foam Ornaments

Add some Christmas cheer to your home by adorning your tree with these fun foam decorations. Kids will love to help.

You’ll Need:

Assorted 2mm craft foam
Pencil or pen
Scissors or craft knife
Foam glue
Assorted hole punches
Black permanent marker
Assorted ribbon and braid trims
To Make Festive Foam Ornaments:

For round ornaments, cut out 3 coordinating bases for each. For all ornaments, punch hole for ribbon hanger in each piece at the same spot; glue together matching pieces.

Trace and cut out shapes and words with scissors or craft knife. (Craft knife is for adult use only.) Glue pieces to corresponding bases. Use punches to make other foam shapes. Glue shapes to ornament bases. Use marker to make Rudolph’s eyes.

Cut ribbon and trim into 8- to 10-inch pieces. Thread a ribbon or trim through each ornament. Make a knot in ribbon or trim above ornament, and then make another knot at ends, creating a loop for hanging.