Rustic Christmas Ornament
Ingredients
Materials for Ornament
- 1 piece Small wooden slice or craft wood disk (about 2–3 inches)
- 1 length Twine or thin jute string (12–18 inches)
- 1 set Acrylic paint (red, white, green, brown)
- 1 piece Small paintbrush
- 1 sheet Sandpaper (fine grit)
- 1 tube Hot glue or craft glue Hot glue should be used with adult supervision
- 1 optional Small pine cone, faux berries, tiny bell, or ribbon Optional decorative elements
- 1 coat Varnish or clear spray (for protection)
Method
Preparation
- Sand the wood slice lightly so the surface is smooth. Wipe off dust.
- Paint the front with a base color (white or light brown). Let it dry.
- Add simple designs: write 'Merry Christmas' or paint a small tree or star. Keep strokes small and clear.
- Let paint dry fully. Add a second thin coat if needed.
- Attach twine: glue one end to the back top of the wood slice and tie a loop. Let glue set.
- Add decorations: use small drops of hot glue to attach a pine cone piece, faux berries, or a tiny bell.
- Finish with a light coat of varnish or clear spray to protect paint. Let dry.
Notes
Store in a dry box or plastic container wrapped in tissue paper to protect decorations. Consider making several at once for a festive atmosphere.