Kids Craft- Photo Ornament- Help Please

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Discussion Overview

This thread centers around ideas for a Christmas ornament craft suitable for children aged 5 to 12, with participants sharing various creative suggestions and personal experiences related to crafting with kids.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant is organizing a Christmas party and seeks easy ornament craft ideas that do not involve complex materials like spray paint or plaster.
  • Another participant suggests using foam frames from craft stores for decoration.
  • A different participant shares an idea of using tuna cans covered with felt to create a photo ornament.
  • One participant recalls making ornaments from canning lids, decorating them with pictures and embellishments.
  • Another participant describes a craft using old CDs, where pictures are glued on and decorated with felt and stickers.
  • One participant mentions using popsicle sticks for crafting, noting the need for drying time before decoration.
  • Several users inquire about the best methods to color popsicle sticks, discussing the availability of colored craft sticks at local stores.
  • One participant shares a memory of making ornaments with wooden blocks, which involved painting and decorating with pictures.
  • Another participant describes a craft involving construction paper and cotton balls to create an elf-themed ornament.
  • One participant clarifies the use of actual CDs versus CD cases for the ornament craft, providing details on how to decorate them.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the specific materials and methods for creating ornaments, with no clear consensus on a single approach.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences and ideas based on their own crafting activities, reflecting a variety of creative approaches suitable for children.

Who May Find This Useful

This discussion may be of interest to Pampered Chef consultants and others looking for simple and engaging craft ideas for children during the holiday season.

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I am having a Christmas party for the neighborhood kids, and I want to do an ornament craft with their pictures to take home. Does any one have an idea for an easy one that is cute as well. I do not want to have to spray paint, or mess with plaster and the kids age range from 5 to 12
 
Maybe you can get some of the foam frames they can decorate at Michael's or Hobby Lobby!
 
Open both ends of a tuna can or small pineapple can (with our can opener), cover the outside with felt or fabric, then put the pictures in the back. You could also get little figurines to make a scene in those.
 
When I was a kid, we made an ornament out of a canning lid...the kind with the separate ring. We decorated the ring, and our picture went in the back.

I hope you can get a visual on that...it sounds kind of like the tuna can idea without all the extra tuna!!!

HTH
 
We did these at mother's day out. We took cd's, covered the part that has the brand and such with self adhesive felt. Then hot glue their picture on the front and decorate with stickers. Oh and we placed a ribbon looped in between the felt and cd so they can hang them on the tree.
God bless,
Amanda
 
we always used posicle sticks. glue them before so they have time to dry, then let the kiddos decorate!
 
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What is the best way to color the popsicle sticks? Will markers work, or do we need to paint them? I also like the ide of the cd's but I am not sure if I have old ones, can you buy blank ones that are not too expensive?
 
mrssyvo said:
What is the best way to color the popsicle sticks? Will markers work, or do we need to paint them? I also like the ide of the cd's but I am not sure if I have old ones, can you buy blank ones that are not too expensive?
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The dollar store by us,(and also Hobby Lobby) has colored craft sticks - they look just like popsicle sticks.
 
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Oh, good idea- I will try the dollar store here. Hobby Lobby is a good ways away, I only stop there when I am in the area.
 
BethCooks4U said:
Open both ends of a tuna can or small pineapple can (with our can opener), cover the outside with felt or fabric, then put the pictures in the back. You could also get little figurines to make a scene in those.
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This is what I was going to say....and when the parents how..."Pampered Chef Can Opener" conversation!!!
 
When I was a kid we used to make ornaments with little wooden blocks you get at any craft store. We would paint them whatever color we wanted, and then "modge podge" our pictures onto it. We would then decorate with ribbons and stickers. This is a little messy, though.
 
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I decided to use old CD's, and I cought felt to cut into circles to cover the center, and ribbon and silver beads to decorate. They are also making the pretzel wreaths to take home as well. And we are doing the Left/ Right game with gifts I bought, and will wrap.
 
jesusluvsu2005 said:
We did these at mother's day out. We took cd's, covered the part that has the brand and such with self adhesive felt. Then hot glue their picture on the front and decorate with stickers. Oh and we placed a ribbon looped in between the felt and cd so they can hang them on the tree.
God bless,
Amanda
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So you use the actual CD, not a CD case?
I saw a craft on using the cd case and it looks like a frame.
I am trying to make something for the parents of the 2 kids I babysit.
I am trying to visulize this, but can't :(:confused::confused:
 
merego said:
So you use the actual CD, not a CD case?
I saw a craft on using the cd case and it looks like a frame.
I am trying to make something for the parents of the 2 kids I babysit.
I am trying to visulize this, but can't :(:confused::confused:
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Yes, you use the actual CD. Where the label is in the centre you cover that with felt and then their picture. Decorate with stickers. Attach ribbon behind felt circle to the cd before glueing felt down. Clear as mud?
 
Ok. My mom did this last year with ds and it's still on my fridge. It's really cute. You take an 8x10 pic and 2 pieces of construcion paper, one red, one green. You cut the green to look like a beard and put it on the bottom of the paper. THe red one you cut like a hat and glue to the top. THen you let them glue cotton balls all around the edges of it. It makes it look like a little elf. It's really cute. Mom works at a school and the some of the teachers did this with their classes.
 
merego said:
So you use the actual CD, not a CD case?
I saw a craft on using the cd case and it looks like a frame.
I am trying to make something for the parents of the 2 kids I babysit.
I am trying to visulize this, but can't :(:confused::confused:
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We do them at VBS with the case. You cut the picture and put it inside the case. Decorate around the front of the case with stickers and put magnets on the back for it to go on the frig. You can buy the cases for like 10 for $1 at the DOllar Tree.
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials do I need for the Kids Craft - Photo Ornament?

For the Kids Craft - Photo Ornament, you will need the following materials: clear plastic or glass ornaments, printed photos, scissors, ribbon or twine, and optional decorative items like glitter, stickers, or paint. Make sure to have glue or double-sided tape handy for securing the photos inside the ornaments.

How do I prepare the photos for the ornament?

To prepare the photos, first, choose images that are meaningful and will fit inside the ornament. Resize and print the photos on regular paper or photo paper. Cut them to fit the size of the ornament opening, and consider curling the edges slightly to help them fit inside more easily.

Can kids participate in making the photo ornaments?

Absolutely! This craft is designed to be kid-friendly. Younger children may need assistance with cutting and handling the ornaments, while older kids can take the lead in decorating and assembling their own ornaments. It's a great way to encourage creativity and fine motor skills.

What are some creative ideas for decorating the ornaments?

There are many creative ways to decorate the photo ornaments! Kids can add glitter inside the ornament for sparkle, use stickers to personalize the outside, or paint designs on the surface. You can also fill the ornaments with small items like beads or faux snow for added flair.

How can I make this craft a memorable experience for my kids?

To make this craft memorable, consider setting up a special crafting area with festive decorations and music. Encourage kids to share stories about the photos they choose and why they are special. You can also make it a family event by creating ornaments together and discussing the memories associated with each photo.

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