I have another quick and easy DIY ornament for you. Wood slices are so versatile for making ornaments. There are many different ways to decorate them. Last year, I made some using a small branch that fell in our yard. I left them their natural color and used stickers on them to make very easy ornaments. . This year, I decided to purchase wood slices from JoAnn’s and use chalkboard paint on them.
Supplies Used:
Wood Slices
Chalkboard Spray Paint
Chalk pen
Ribbon
Spray Sealant (optional)
Using a coupon made this an inexpensive project. I had all other supplies on hand to make them.
I sprayed chalkboard paint on both sides and left them hanging on a rod to dry.
Once they were dry, I used a chalk pen to decorate them. You could use chalk, but I find it easier to write with the chalk pen. I added a ribbon through the hole and tied it off into a bow.
If you’re using wood slices without a pre-cut hole, you can easily screw an eye screw into the top. I did it that way for the ones I made last year.
If you want to protect the writing on the chalkboard ornaments, spray a coat of protective sealant on them. If you plan on changing the words/drawings on them, leave them unprotected and wash the chalk pen markings off with water.
I decorated both sides of the ornaments with similar patterns. While I don’t have the talent of beautiful penmanship, for these ornaments, I was ok with just free handing the words and not using a stencil.
These chalkboard paint wood slice ornaments can be made in under 30 minutes including the time it takes for the chalkboard paint to dry.
How have you used wood slices for ornaments?
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We’ll be sharing at lots of these great parties.
Beverly shares easy, inexpensive craft tutorials, diy projects for the home, coastal decor projects, & thrift store find makeover projects all designed to help you create a beautiful home on a budget.
Beverly says
Thanks! Yes, lots of possibilities for these.
Laurie says
I love a great chalkboard project and these are so adorable and simple to do! Thanks for sharing!
Beverly says
Thanks, Laurie! I loved how easy these are to make.
Heart says
This is so cute! I like the way the paint dries off on the board. I love its charcoal color. Plus, it’s so easy to make! Definitely child-friendly!
Beverly says
Thanks! These are fun and easy to make!
Winnie says
These are NICE !! I especially like the wood slices 🙂
Beverly says
Thank you, Winnie. I love crafting with wood slices. There are so many different ways to use them.
Amila says
This is a super cute and a simple idea.I really like the final outcome of these cute ornaments….
Beverly says
Thank you, Amila. They are easy ornaments to make.
Karren Haller ♥ Friday Features says
I am seeing lots of ideas with wood slices, these are so cute and so many possibilities, I can see them in a wreath.
Thanks for sharing on the #OMHGFF this week!
Wishing you all a Happy Thanksgiving!!
Beverly says
I’m happy to share at OMHGFF, Karren. Thanks for hosting such a great party each week.
Nan a.k.a Granny Fabulosa says
I’ve never heard of a chalk pen before. I think I need to get one!
Beverly says
They are great crafting items. I love using them instead of chalk. Thanks for stopping by, Nan.
Katrin@KreativK.net says
I love these, what a nice idea! Chalkboard is great for anything and you can do so much with it! I love the wood slices and to use them as ornaments is fantastic!
Beverly says
There are so many great wood slice ideas around. Using them as ornaments is one I like, too.
Christine at Must Love Home says
Hi Pretty Lady! This looks fantastic! Your post has been Pinned,Tweeted and shared on Facebook! I’ll be featuring it this week on the Friday Favorites Link Party at Mustlovehome.com. Come by the party to see your feature and share what you have been working on this week! The doors open at 7PM every Thursday. Hugs – Christine at Must Love Home
Joanita Theron says
This is so clever! And a great way to get the whole family involved in tree decorating. Each one writing a Christmas note and then hanging it on the tree. Awesome
PS: Congratulations, you are being featured in this week’s party.
Have an awesome day!
Joanita
Beverly says
Thanks so much, Joanita! That would be a fun project and a great tradition to start. Thanks for including me in your round up features.