Get creative with your holiday decorations this year and have the kids make their very own Christmas mug photo ornaments! Whether they pick out a special picture of themselves or a family moment, it’s sure to make for a cherished keepsake.
Need a fun holiday craft idea to keep the kiddos busy this season? We’ve got you covered with our easy-to-follow Christmas Mug Photo Ornament tutorial that will make even Santa proud!
Craft Supplies:
- Mug Printable – on our landing page
- White Cardstock Paper
- Crayons, Markers or Coloring Pencils
- Scissors
- Clear Contact Paper
- Loose Craft Glitter
- Single Hole Punch
- Ribbon or String
- Printed Picture
- Embellishments
Directions:
- First things first – download the free holiday mug printable listed above in the supply list.
- Print out the provided file on a single sheet of white cardstock paper {or colored paper instead!}
- Go ahead and color in the mug design however you like! Have fun with it!
- When done, use scissors to trim it out. Go ahead and also cut out the circle design in the middle as well.
- Next up – cut two equal sized piece of contact paper.
- Peel the backing off of one piece of contact paper and lay it down, sticky side up, on your work surface.
- Lay the mug cutout on top of the contact paper, facing towards you.
- Trim down your picture so it fits inside the ornament. Lay it inside the design.
- If desired, sprinkle some loose craft glitter now on top, to fill in blank spots and add some sparkle..
- Now peel the backing off the second piece of contact paper and lay it on top of the first.
- Use your hand to make sure everything is sealed together and that no bubbles exist.
- When ready, use scissors to trim off the excess contact paper from around the edges.
- For the final touch, add embellishments for a customized look.
- Then hold punch a hole on top and string some string through it for easy hanging.
- Then display/gift away proudly your child’s beautiful holiday inspired mug photo ornament piece!
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As we can see, the Christmas mug photo ornament craft idea is perfect for your child to get creative and make something special for the holiday season.
On that note, I sure hope we inspired you today! Happy crafting, my friends!
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Create joyful memories with your kids this holiday season when you make Christmas mug photo ornaments. It's easy - give it a try!