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The holiday season is the perfect time to get creative with your little ones, and what better way to celebrate than by crafting your own adorable reindeer ornaments? This simple and delightful DIY project will not only keep the kids entertained but also add a personal touch to your Christmas tree. Let’s dive into the step-by-step guide:

Materials Needed:

• Plain wooden circle ornament
• Brown paint
• Paintbrushes
• Googly eyes
• Red pom-poms or small red beads
• Brown pipe cleaners
• Craft glue
• Ribbon for hanging

Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Ornaments

Lay out some old newspaper or a disposable tablecloth to protect your workspace. Place your plain ornament on the newspaper.

Step 2: Paint the Ornaments

Using brown paint and paintbrushes, let your kids unleash their creativity by painting the ornaments. Encourage them to cover the surface evenly and let the paint dry completely before moving on to the next step.

Step 3: Attach Googly Eyes

Once the brown paint is dry, it’s time to bring the reindeer to life! Glue googly eyes onto the ornament. You can use various sizes for a playful effect. Allow the glue to dry thoroughly.

Step 4: Add a Red Nose

Using craft glue, attach a red pom-pom or a small red bead just below the googly eyes to create the iconic Rudolph red nose. This adds a cheerful and festive touch to your reindeer ornaments.

Step 5: Craft Antlers

Cut the brown pipe cleaners into small pieces to create antlers. Twist and shape them into antler-like forms. Attach them to the top of the ornament using craft glue, positioning them on either side of the ornament.

Step 6: Attach Hanging Ribbon

Cut a small piece of ribbon and loop it through the ornament’s top or tie it around the antlers. This will serve as the hanging string for your reindeer ornament.

Step 7: Personalize (Optional)

Get creative and let your kids personalize their reindeer ornaments further. They can add glitter, stickers, or any other decorative elements to make each ornament unique.

Step 8: Allow to Dry

Ensure that all the glued elements are securely in place and allow the ornaments to dry completely before hanging them on the Christmas tree.

Now, you and your little ones have crafted adorable reindeer ornaments to proudly display on your Christmas tree. This DIY project not only provides quality bonding time but also results in charming decorations that will become treasured memories for years to come. Happy crafting!