7 Ways to Make Upcycled Christmas Ornaments
The easiest way to save on your holiday budget is to use what you already have.
But if your old ornaments just aren't doing it for you anymore, there are plenty of ways to give them a little update.
Many of these crafts are simple enough for children and would make a great activity for winter break! I know I'll be looking for ways to entertain the girls this week as I finish up my own last- minute holiday projects and wrapping and I think I've found some. Check out these 7 ways to make upcycled Christmas ornaments and get crafting!
1. Button Wreath
String buttons on wire create this wreath ornament. I love the look of the red and green, but I think you could create some fun ornaments with whatever leftover buttons you have around.
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2. Cookie Cutters
Put all those extra cookie cutters to use on the tree! I actually let the girls hang a few of ours on the tree on their own, but I love the idea of turning them into picture frames.
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Related: 20 totally creative ways to wrap Christmas presents
3. Filled Ornaments
A package of clear balls and a few leftover craft supplies create these fun ornaments. We've used feathers, glitter, and curled ribbons for home projects, but I am loving this ornament that showcases a wedding invitation. I'm hoping I can find one of ours tucked away somewhere.
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4. Golden Snitch
Our first tree featured several colored balls, including a few gold ornaments we still have lying around. I totally want to add glitter and tissue paper to make this Golden Snitch ... perfect for Harry Potter lovers!
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5. Hot Glue Snowman
This is a fun project for kids - a puddle of glue and a few leftover beads make for an adorable melting snowman.
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Related: 12 easy, last-minute Christmas gifts
6. Painted Ornaments
Pour a bit of paint inside a clear ornament, then twist and turn for amazing designs. We have been doing this for years, and the ornaments always come out different but so pretty.
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7. Puzzle Piece Candy Cane
I can't even begin to tell you how often I pick up random puzzle pieces from the floor. What a cute way to reuse them!
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