Festive and Sustainable Crafts: Upcycled Ornaments

Looking for creative ways to celebrate the holiday season while being mindful of the environment? Why not try your hand at making festive and sustainable upcycled ornaments! Not only will you be reducing waste by repurposing materials, but you'll also add a personal touch to your decorations. Let's dive into some fun and eco-friendly ornament ideas that you can easily make at home.

1. Wine Cork Reindeer Ornaments

Got some leftover wine corks lying around? Turn them into adorable reindeer ornaments! All you need are some corks, googly eyes, red pom-poms, and twine. Glue the eyes and pom-pom onto the cork, add antlers using twigs or pipe cleaners, and voila! You have charming reindeer ornaments for your tree.

2. Fabric Scrap Ball Ornaments

Do you have a stash of fabric scraps from old sewing projects? Put them to good use by creating fabric scrap ball ornaments. Simply wrap the fabric around a Styrofoam or paper mache ball, securing it in place with glue. Mix and match different fabrics for a colorful and unique look.

3. CD Shiny Snowflake Ornaments

Don't know what to do with old CDs that you no longer use? Transform them into dazzling snowflake ornaments! Cut the CDs into snowflake shapes using scissors (careful, it can be sharp), and decorate them with glitter or paint. These ornaments will catch the light beautifully on your tree.

4. Paper Roll Christmas Tree Ornaments

Save those empty paper rolls from your kitchen or toilet paper and make charming Christmas tree ornaments. Cut the rolls into different lengths, paint them green, and stack them from largest to smallest to form a tree shape. Add a small star on top, and you have a cute and sustainable ornament.

Get into the spirit of the season by creating these eco-friendly upcycled ornaments. Not only will you enjoy the process of making them, but you'll also contribute to a greener planet. Happy crafting!