Paper Plate Christmas Ornament Gnome Craft Idea

The GNOME obsession continues on Glued To My Crafts with our latest paper plate Christmas ornament gnome craft idea!

This time we are taking that adorable handprint beard cutout and attaching it to a inexpensive paper plate that you decorate to look like a Christmas ornament, that in turn will look like the gnome’s body. I swear it sounds more complicated than it actually is!

So on that note, it’s time to start getting on our craft on! Keep scrolling for all the details so you and your child can recreate this unique paper plate Christmas gnome craft today! Just like the craft itself is unique to our website, I bet you and your child are going to make some UNIQUE {and extra beautiful!} gnome ornaments from paper plates, that you will for sure want to show off all season long!

Happy crafting, my friends and don’t forget to share pictures with us on our Facebook page! I can’t wait to see your paper plate gnome Christmas ornaments in action! #gluedtomycrafts

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Paper Plate Ornament Gnome

It’s never too early to get into the Christmas spirit! These adorable paper plate gnomes are perfect for kids of all ages.

Craft Supplies:

Large Paper Plate – one per gnome ornament craft
Craft Paint {think holiday shades}
Paint Brush
White School Glue/Glitter Glue
Loose Craft Glitter
White Cardstock Paper
Tan Cardstock Paper
Scrapbook Paper {holiday print}
Pencil or Pen
Basic Paper Craft Scissors
Hand-Held Office Stapler
Twine or Ribbon

Directions:

First things first – decorate your paper plate however you like. Start off by covering it with craft paint and then adding some glitter/glitter glue on top.
When done decorating the paper plate, set it aside to let it dry completely.
Next up – the paper elements that will bring the gnome ornament to life. Go ahead and grab your paper pieces, pencil & the scissors.
Out of the white cardstock paper, trace your child’s hand for the beard. Trim it out.
Out of the kraft colored cardstock paper, cut out a large oval nose.
Last, out of the scrapbook paper, cut out a large triangle hat for your gnome.
Now we are heading to the final steps! Once the decorated paper plate is completely dry, go ahead and staple the handprint cutout to it.
Follow that up with the nose and hat piece on top.
Finally, cut off a small piece of twine or ribbon. loop it with your fingers and staple it to the hat cutout to finalize the “ornament” look of it all.
Go ahead and add any other embellishments you see fit and display your gnome paper plate ornament proudly for all to see!

If you like – your child can add other personalized embellishments like stickers, sequins, buttons etc. Really have them make it into their own craft!

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If you are looking for even MORE holiday themed kid crafts on Glued To My Crafts, be sure to check out these fun posts listed below. All of which would pair nicely with your finished paper plate gnome Christmas tree ornaments – hint hint!

And “if” you decide to make this paper and paint holiday gnome ornament craft, please share a picture on our Facebook page for us to see. We love seeing our inspiration come to life!

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Paper Plate Christmas Ornament Gnome

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First things first - decorate your paper plate however you like. Start off by covering it with craft paint and then adding some glitter/glitter glue on top.
When done decorating the paper plate, set it aside to let it dry completely.
Next up - the paper elements that will bring the gnome ornament to life. Go ahead and grab your paper pieces, pencil & the scissors.
Out of the white cardstock paper, trace your child's hand for the beard. Trim it out.
Out of the kraft colored cardstock paper, cut out a large oval nose.
Last, out of the scrapbook paper, cut out a large triangle hat for your gnome.
Now we are heading to the final steps! Once the decorated paper plate is completely dry, go ahead and staple the handprint cutout to it.
Follow that up with the nose and hat piece on top.
Finally, cut off a small piece of twine or ribbon. loop it with your fingers and staple it to the hat cutout to finalize the "ornament" look of it all.
Go ahead and add any other embellishments you see fit and display your gnome paper plate ornament proudly for all to see!