Crafting your own Christmas ornaments can be a delightful activity that brings the holiday spirit to life. These cornstarch and baking soda Christmas ornaments are not only simple to make but also a fun way to create lasting memories with family and friends. With just a few ingredients, you can create beautiful and personalized decorations for your tree.
Let your creativity shine as you mix, mold, and decorate these ornaments. The cornstarch and baking soda combination results in a smooth dough that is easy to work with, allowing you to form a variety of shapes and designs that suit your holiday style. Plus, the final product is lightweight and perfect for hanging on your tree.
Easy and Fun Christmas Ornaments Recipe
These cornstarch and baking soda Christmas ornaments are a fantastic way to add a personal touch to your holiday decor. The ornaments are smooth, lightweight, and can be easily painted or decorated once dry, making them a wonderful canvas for your creative ideas.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cornstarch
- 2 cups baking soda
- 1 1/2 cups water
- Cookie cutters (various shapes)
- A straw (for making holes for hanging)
- Acrylic paint or markers (for decorating, optional)
- Ribbon or string (for hanging)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a saucepan, combine cornstarch, baking soda, and water. Stir over medium heat until the mixture thickens and forms a dough.
- Knead the Dough: Once it has cooled slightly, knead the dough for a few minutes until it’s smooth.
- Shape Ornaments: Roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thick. Use cookie cutters to cut out shapes. Use a straw to make holes at the top of each ornament for hanging.
- Dry the Ornaments: Place the shaped ornaments on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Let them air dry for 24-48 hours or bake at 175°F (80°C) for 1-2 hours until hard.
- Decorate: Once dry, paint or decorate the ornaments as desired. Once decorated, thread a ribbon or string through the hole and hang them on your tree.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Drying Time: 24-48 hours or 1-2 hours baking
- Total Time: Approximately 48 hours (including drying)
Nutrition Information
- Servings: Varies based on size of ornaments
- Calories: N/A
- Fat: N/A
- Protein: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
