Salt dough Christmas ornaments are a classic and beloved holiday tradition. These simple and affordable decorations are easy to make and can be customized to fit any holiday theme. The best part? You likely already have all the ingredients you need in your kitchen! Let's dive into this salt dough Christmas ornaments recipe and learn how to create beautiful and festive decorations for your tree.
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That's it! These simple ingredients are all you need to create beautiful and unique Christmas ornaments for your tree.
1. Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Slowly add in the warm water and mix until a dough forms.
3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes.
4. Roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness.
5. Use your cookie cutters to cut out different shapes, such as stars, trees, and snowflakes.
6. Place the cutouts on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
7. Use a toothpick or skewer to make a small hole at the top of each ornament for hanging.
8. Bake for 2-3 hours, or until the ornaments are completely dry and hard.
9. Let the ornaments cool completely before painting.
10. Once the ornaments are cooled, use acrylic paints to decorate them however you'd like. Get creative and add glitter, sequins, or other embellishments.
11. Let the paint dry completely before adding a ribbon or string through the hole for hanging.
12. Hang your beautiful homemade salt dough Christmas ornaments on your tree and enjoy!
These ornaments also make great gifts for friends and family. Package them in a festive box with tissue paper for a personalized and thoughtful present.
With this easy and fun salt dough Christmas ornaments recipe, you can create a beautiful and memorable holiday tradition for years to come. Happy crafting!
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