15 Easy, Fun-To-Make Ornaments For Kids

We all cherish them: those slightly imperfect, homemade keepsakes hanging on our tree. By WeAreTeachers. Visit us at weareteachers.com.

1. Felt Pinecone Owls

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Much better than having pinecones all over your lawn.

2. Popsicle Stick Christmas Tree

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Popsicle sticks, buttons and glue—easy peasy!

3. Reindeer Thumbprint Ornament

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Brown paint, red pom-poms and little thumbs—good to go. Love how the aqua blue bulb complements the reindeer's eyes.

4. Reindeer Handprints

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Because you can never make enough crafts with tiny handprints!

5. Crayon Melt Ornaments

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Scoop up a supply of clear bulbs and some broken crayons. (Adult supervision required.)

6. Popsicle Stick Snowman

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Doesn't his little face just make you smile? I think I'll name him Fred.

7. Scrap Ribbon Tree Ornament

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Twigs, ribbons and knots. Voilà!

8. Bottle Cap Snowmen

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And if you don't have room on your tree, you could wear them as earrings!

9. Ninja Turtle Ornaments

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For the little "turtles on a half shell" in your class.

10. Borax Crystal Snowflake

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Science and beauty—two birds, one stone.

11. Birdseed Ornaments

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After the holidays, these can go outside for your fine feathered friends!

12. 3-D Paper Snowflake

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Simple and stunning! Use different colors for different themes, e.g., Hanukkah, winter, Christmas, etc.

13. Sharpie Mugs

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This one will keep them busy for a while.

14. Balloon String Ornaments

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So cool to watch these take shape. And so simple to do!

15. Salt Dough Ornaments

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Pretty enough to eat ... but don't: You wouldn't want to break a tooth!

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