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Noodle Frame Ornament Craft

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How to Make a Photo Ornament Using Noodles
Noodle Frame Christmas Tree Ornament

Noodle Frame Christmas Tree Ornament

Submitted by Rain Blanken
Rain, the About.com Guide to DIY Fashion, explains how her and her family makes fun photo ornaments using noodles!

  • Age Guideline: 3 Years and Up
  • Time Required: 30 minutes (Does not include drying time)

The above age and time guidelines are estimates. This project can be modified to suit other ages and may take more or less time depending on your circumstances.

Materials Needed:

Instructions:
Cut the piece of cardboard into an oval shape, approximately 4" x 6" (or whatever size you want). Poke a hole near the top edge big enough to thread ribbon through later. Glue a variety of noodles onto the cardboard, leaving an area in the center clear for your photo. Let the glue dry.

In a well ventilated area, spray the entire noodle-covered oval using spray paint. The ornament here was made using silver spray paint, but you can use whatever color you like. While the paint is still wait, sprinkle on some glitter. Let the paint dry.

To finish the ornament you simply glue a photo in the center of the oval and thread a piece of ribbon through the hole and tie it into a loop. Hang up your ornament and enjoy!

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