This is the first time in 5 years I've had a real mantel to decorate for Christmas, so I was determined to fill it! I've seen an idea or two like this on Pinterest and thought they looked pretty simple to make. Umm, hate to admit it, but it was more than simple. It was waaaay too easy for something so cute! Even though you probably don't need it, here's a quick tutorial on how to make a framed ornament for your holiday decor.
Framed Christmas Ornament TutorialPin It
Supplies
*Open frame (no glass or backing)
*Christmas ornament
*Wide ribbon
1. Here is my $7 thrift store frame. It was a really nice frame, but someone tried to enhance it by adding a blue stripe of paint. Not so nice. So I quickly spray painted it white.
Yep, that's it! Then I propped it up on my mantel. Fancy, huh?
Framed Christmas Ornament TutorialPin It
Supplies
*Open frame (no glass or backing)
*Christmas ornament
*Wide ribbon
1. Here is my $7 thrift store frame. It was a really nice frame, but someone tried to enhance it by adding a blue stripe of paint. Not so nice. So I quickly spray painted it white.
Then I distressed it a little with sandpaper. I like how the gold showed through.
2. Next I threaded a wide piece of ribbon through the ornament and tied a bow around the top of the frame so the ornament was hanging just below the center of the frame's opening.
Yep, that's it! Then I propped it up on my mantel. Fancy, huh?
Finally, a Christmas mantel! Even if it is oak and tile (not my favorite), I still love it!
