Art Studio Portrait Ornaments

By: Kathy Cano-Murillo from Crafty Chica

Turning shrink plastic into ornaments is a great Christmas craft idea. These Art Studio Portrait Ornaments are so addicting that you will want to make one for every member of the family. Your loved ones will enjoy seeing their hand-drawn faces on the Christmas tree this year. Kids especially think that these are the coolest homemade Christmas ornaments ever. These cute Art Studio Portrait Ornaments will brighten everyone's faces this holiday season.

Primary TechniqueGeneral Crafts

Beginner

SeasonWinter

Materials:

Shrink plastic
Pencil
Permanent fine and medium point marker
Colored pencils
Embossing gun (or oven)
Hole puncher
Ribbon
Photo

Instructions:

You need pictures that are about 5×7 because they’ll shrink about 1/3rd in size. With the frosted side up, slip the photo under the sheet of shrink plastic. Trace the outlines with the pencil.
If you like what you see, go over the line with the thicker marker.
Fill in with colored pencils. Cut out the around the shape and punch a hole at the top.
SHRINK away! It will begin to curl really fast, whatever you do, don’t let the shiny side of the plastic touch, because it will stick. Add the Crafty Chica white paint, let it dry and then add a layer of Crafty Chica Glossy Gloss Varnish.

Celebrate With More Christmas Craft Ideas

If you loved making the Art Studio Portrait Ornaments, you'll definitely enjoy these other Christmas craft ideas:

1. Handprint Wreath: Create a beautiful and sentimental wreath using handprints from each family member. Trace and cut out handprints on colored paper, then glue them in a circular shape on a larger piece of paper or cardboard. Add festive decorations like pom poms, glitter, or bows to make it even more special.

2. Personalized Stockings: Give your Christmas stockings a personalized touch by crafting your own with each family member's name on it. Use felt, fabric paint, and embellishments like ribbon, buttons, and sequins to create unique and festive stockings that everyone will love to hang by the fireplace.

3. DIY Snow Globes: Make your own snow globes to add a magical touch to your holiday decor. Collect small jars or containers, fill them with fake snow or glitter, and add miniature figurines or holiday decorations inside. Seal the lid with strong glue, and shake up your snow globe for a whimsical winter wonderland scene.

These Christmas crafts are sure to bring joy and creativity to your holiday season, just like the Art Studio Portrait Ornaments. Happy crafting!

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