1. Apple-Cinnamon Dough Ornaments
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These ornaments are simple to make: just mix the applesauce, cinnamon, and glue, and you're ready to go. The recipe makes approximately one dozen cookie-cutter ornaments.
Supplies Needed:
- 1/2 cup of applesauce
- 1 cup of cinnamon
- 1/4 cup of glue
- A rolling pin
- Cookie cutters
- A straw
- Ribbon
2. Puzzle Piece Ornaments
Photo courtesy of Sherri Osborn, licensed to About.com
These adorable ornaments can be made for your own family's Christmas tree or can be given as gifts.
Supplies Needed:
- Old puzzle pieces
- Craft paint
- Glue
- Ribbons
3. Clothespin Poinsettia
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Do you have some old clothespins on hand? Turn them into Poinsettia ornaments, or paint them blue and silver, and turn them into stars.
Supplies Needed:
- Clothespins
- Craft paint
- Glue
- Beads (or tiny pasta shapes)
4. Sandpaper Gingerbread Man Ornament
Photo courtesy of Sherri Osborn, licensed to About.com
This homemade ornament is suitable for children of varying ages and abilities.
Supplies Needed:
- Sandpaper
- Craft paint or markers
- Glue
- Ribbons
- Cinnamon stick (for scent)
5. Pine Cone Tree Ornament
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Do you have a pine tree nearby? Grab a pine cone and make one of these DIY ornaments.
Supplies Needed:
- Pine Cone
- Craft paint or markers
- Glue
- Ribbons
6. Simple Homemade Cardboard Ornaments
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These simple ornaments are especially fun for young crafters. The instructions include links to printable templates you can use, as well.
Supplies Needed:
- Cardboard (use empty cereal boxes!)
- Craft paint
- Glue
- Ribbons
