Hey there friends! You may have already noticed that Christmas time is my very favorite and I thoroughly enjoy all the things, including decorating and crafting during the holidays. Let's talk about a fun and easy craft that the kiddos can get in on too!
The holiday season is the perfect time to infuse your home with warmth and festive cheer. One delightful way to do this is by making your own cinnamon Christmas ornaments. Not only do these ornaments add a rustic charm to your tree, but they also fill your home with the nostalgic scent of cinnamon. Join me on a festive crafting journey as we explore how to make these charming and fragrant decorations for the most wonderful time of the year.
NOTE: Do you have cats like me? The tree that gets to hold these little jewels of cinnamon will NOT be bothered by your cats! Cats think the scent is awful and will stay away!
Before you embark on your cinnamon ornament adventure, gather the following ingredients and materials:
Materials:
- Rolling pin
- Cookie cutters in festive shapes (stars, hearts, gingerbread men, etc.)
- Drinking straw
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Twine or festive ribbon
Ingredients:
- 1 cup ground cinnamon
- 1 cup applesauce
- 2 tablespoon white glue
- Mixing the Dough:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the ground cinnamon, applesauce and white glue.
- If you want to ensure a sturdier ornament, don't forget to add the two tablespoons of white glue to the mixture and thoroughly mix.
- Stir until you achieve a dough-like consistency. If the mixture is too wet, add more cinnamon; if it's too dry, add a bit more applesauce.
Rolling and Cutting:- Preheat your oven to 200°F (93°C).
- Dust your work surface with cinnamon to prevent sticking.
- Roll out the cinnamon dough to a thickness of about 1/4 inch using a rolling pin.
Use festive cookie cutters to cut out shapes from the dough.
Place the ornaments on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
Creating Hanging Holes:
- Use a drinking straw to create a small hole near the top of each ornament. This is where you'll thread the twine or ribbon later.
Baking:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 2-3 hours or until the ornaments are completely dry and hard.
Decorating (Optional):
- Once the ornaments have cooled, you can leave them as is for a natural, rustic look, or get creative with paint for added flair.
- Use a small paintbrush to add details or paint the edges of the ornaments with metallic colors for a festive touch. As you can see, I did not decorate mine.
Adding the Finishing Touch:
- Thread twine or festive ribbon through the hole you created earlier, tying a knot at the top for hanging.
Making cinnamon Christmas ornaments is not only a delightful crafting activity but also a sensory experience that will fill your home with the cozy scent of the holidays. Get creative with shapes and decorations, involve friends and family, and enjoy the process of adding a personal touch to your festive decor. These charming ornaments will not only adorn your tree but also become cherished keepsakes, bringing the spirit of the season to your home year after year. Happy crafting!- **If you don't have time to make your own, check out my Etsy shop here.
- For more fun Christmas ideas, go visit my Instagram. I post every single day. Find me @TexasBlueBunglaow on Instagram.
- If you loved any of these ideas and want to save them for later, be sure to pin it to your favorite Pinterest board. I have a Pinterest board set up for all kinds of wonderful Christmas ideas and it's called Cool Yule. I'm pinning something new on Pinterest every day. Won't you join me?
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