Sparkly Christmas Ornaments
These ornaments will sparkle and shine in the glow of Christmas lights. Easy to make this project is great for groups such as scouts, 4-H and daycare.
Make enough to give to everyone in your family.
What you will need:
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon glitter (any color you like but don't use clear)
1 teaspoon water
cookie cutters with backs
bowl
measuring cup
yarn or string (for hanging)
spray sealer (available at hardware or department stores)
straw
What you do:
1. Cut the straw into 4 pieces.
2.Put the sugar into a bowl. Add 1 teaspoon glitter and mix well.
3. Add 1 teaspoon water and mix until the sugar is completely moist.
4. Using a spoon and your fingers press the sugar mix into the cookie cutter. Stick one of the pieces of straw into the top to form a hole for hanging.
5. Very gently tap the ornament carefully onto a flat surface. Let dry overnight.
3. After the ornaments are dry (about 24 hours) spray with the sealer. Make sure you do this outside. Do one side at a time and let dry.
4. When they are completely dry add yarn or string and hang.
