Newspaper Snowman Ornaments
Create delightful snowman ornaments from old newspapers, perfect for holiday decorations, gift tags, or winter-themed crafts.
Ingredients
Materials
- 1 set Old newspapers Recycled newspapers for crafting
- 1 pair Scissors For cutting newspaper into strips
- 1 tube White glue or glue stick For securing the snowman together
- 1 bag Cotton balls or white pom-poms For texture on snowman's body
- 1 set Markers or paint For facial features and decorations
- 1 roll Ribbon or string For hanging the ornaments
- 5 pieces Buttons or beads For decoration
- 2 pieces Small twigs For arms
Instructions
Preparation
- Tear the newspaper into strips about 1 inch wide.
- For a more textured look, crumple the strips into balls and then flatten them out.
Create the Snowman Body
- Roll three newspaper balls of different sizes (large for the bottom, medium for the middle, and small for the head).
- Secure each ball together using glue or by twisting strips of newspaper around them.
Add Details
- Use glue to attach cotton balls or pom-poms to give the snowman a fluffy, snowy appearance.
- Draw or paint eyes, a mouth, and buttons on the snowman’s body with markers or paint.
Accessorize
- Cut out small pieces of fabric or use ribbons to create a scarf.
- Use twigs for arms and glue them into the sides of the snowman.
Finishing Touches
- Attach a string or ribbon to the top to hang your snowman ornaments.
- Allow everything to dry completely before displaying.
Notes
Customize the snowman size, use fabric scraps or yarn for different textures, and add hats or paint for varying styles.