Crafting Cheer: DIY Paper Mache Ball Ornaments for Festive Fun and Gifts!

Embrace the holiday spirit and dive into the joy of DIY crafting with our simple yet delightful tutorial on making Paper Mache Ball Ornaments! Gather the family for a heartwarming tradition that not only adorns your tree but also serves as thoughtful and personalized gift ideas for loved ones.

As the kids are counting down the days until Christmas, why not let them create these easy Paper Mache Ball Ornaments? They are easy to make and so pretty! And, by using different jingle bells, ribbons, etc. each ornament will be unique. You have to admit they will look amazing on the tree!

Make Crafting Ornaments a family tradition:

Creating ornaments together is more than just a crafting activity—it’s a cherished family tradition that fosters creativity and togetherness. With just paper mache balls, ribbon, jingle bells, and artificial pine picks, you’ll embark on a journey of imagination and festive creation. Engage your little ones in the joy of crafting as you wrap the paper mache balls with ribbon, adding jingle bells for that delightful holiday sound and pine picks for a touch of evergreen charm.

What makes these Paper Mache Ball Ornaments truly special is their versatility. Beyond being tree adornments, they serve as wonderful gifts that carry the love and warmth of handmade craftsmanship. Imagine presenting a loved one with a uniquely decorated ornament, a symbol of your care and creativity, to adorn their own tree or home.

Incorporate this DIY activity into your family’s holiday traditions, crafting memories and ornaments that will be cherished for years to come. These Paper Mache Ball Ornaments aren’t just decorations; they’re tokens of love and joy, both for your own home and as heartfelt gifts that carry the spirit of the season. Start a new tradition, spread some crafting cheer, and gift the joy of handmade ornaments to brighten the holidays for those you cherish!

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Scrapbook Paper Tree Ornaments: As the kids are counting down the days until Christmas why not let them create these fun Scrapbook Paper Tree Ornaments? They are easy to make and the kids will love making them! And, by using different colors, buttons, ribbons, etc. each ornament will be unique.

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Items needed for Paper Mache Ball Ornaments:

• Paper Mache Ball Ornaments 
• Hot glue or glue dots
• Ribbon
• Jingle bells (try Amazon or Hobby Lobby are pictured)
• Artificial pine picks 

Step-by-Step Directions for Paper Mache Ball Ornaments:

Measure the circumference of each ball. Add two to three inches to the length and cut two lengths of Christmas ribbon for each ball.

Using glue, attach one length of ribbon around the ball with the ends at the top of the ball.

Glue the second perpendicular to the first ribbon with the ends at the top.

Crossing the stems of two pine picks over one another, glue the picks to the top of the ball. Bend the picks to hug the ball and glue the ribbon ends over the stems of the picks.

Cut an additional length of ribbon and tie it into a bow.

Attach the bow using glue. Attach two jingle bells to the ribbon ends for a polished look.

Hang on your tree, stand back and admire your creation!

Get inspired by the holiday spirit and let your creativity flow! Experiment with various ribbon patterns, mix and match jingle bells for a musical symphony, and arrange artificial pine picks to create distinctive designs. Whether classic, rustic, or whimsical, each ornament becomes a small, handcrafted masterpiece that adds a personal touch to the season’s decorations.

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Easy Paper Mache Ball Ornaments

Yield: 2

Active Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes

Difficulty: easy

Estimated Cost: $4

Make these easy ornaments with your family! They are perfect for Christmas Gift Ideas.

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Materials

• Paper Mache Ball Ornaments
• Hot glue or glue dots
• Ribbon
• Jingle bells-
• Artificial pine picks

Tools

• Scissors
• Glue gun

Instructions

1. Measure the circumference of each ball. Add two to three inches to the length and cut two lengths of ribbon for each ball.
2. Using glue, attach one length of ribbon around the ball with the ends at the top of the ball. Glue the second perpendicular to the first ribbon with the ends at the top.
3. Crossing the stems of two pine picks over one another, glue the picks to the top of the ball, bending the picks to hug the ball, and gluing the ribbon ends over the stems of the picks.
4. Glue two jingle bells over the ends of the ribbon to hide any ugly parts.
5. Cut an additional length of ribbon and tie it into a bow. Attach the bow using glue.

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