Do you have homemade Christmas ornaments on your tree, especially if you have children? Even if they aren’t hung on the family tree, most parents have these somewhere. However, if you’re looking for something unique that your kids can work on throughout the holiday season, chalkboard ornaments are the newest trend in DIY Christmas ornaments.
What Are Chalkboard Ornaments?
These are ornaments that are frequently made from small pieces of wood that have been painted with chalkboard paint. They are extremely simple to make and can be completed in a single day, providing hours of entertainment and memories for both parents and children. And the supplies are going to be easily found at your local craft store. Chalkboard paint may even be something that you have on hand because it is becoming a popular home décor item to have on hand.
Why Do Kids Adore These?
What is it about these chalkboard ornaments that appeal to children? Because it is one of those ornaments that can be removed from the tree and re-done. They can wipe, draw, and repeat as long as the ornament is on display. To make this even more enjoyable, provide a variety of chalk colors so that they can make these as decorative as they like. It opens up a creative side for every kid that makes these and parents find that it is something that can provide hours of activity. And let’s face it, anything that you can do during the holidays to help keep kids entertained is what you have to do!
So, what are you going to need to make this DIY Christmas ornaments idea come to reality? We suggest:
– Paper to cover the surfaces where kids will be working
– Roll on chalkboard paint
– Some flat wooden shapes, get a variety so that everyone can have a choice
– Chalk for the kids to use
To make this easier for you and the kids, go ahead and spray these pieces so that they are ready for the chalk. Then sit the kids at the table and let them go!
DIY Christmas ornaments are something that are going to be loved and treasured for years to come. For parents, it is always great to look at those past ornaments and remember your little one making these. Plus, kids will love that they had a hand in decorating the tree!