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Puzzle Piece Ornaments

How to Make Christmas Tree Ornaments Using Puzzle Pieces

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Create your own unique ornaments for your Christmas tree or other holiday decorating needs by recycling old jigsaw puzzle pieces. You can use the ideas and directions I provide on these project sheets to create a variety of ornaments. Use my projects as inspiration to create your own designs. If you want to be one of the first to know when new craft projects are posted, take a few moments to sign up for the Family Crafts Newsletter and you can also chat about crafts with others in the Family Crafts Forum.

Candy Cane Ornament

Sherri Osborn
Make this adorable candy cane ornament using red and white painted puzzle pieces or use whatever colors you like.

Christmas Tree Ornament

Make this Christmas tree ornament that looks like a Christmas tree!

Reindeer Ornament

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This cute reindeer is made using two puzzle pieces, painted brown, and a few other basic craft supplies.

Santa Hat Ornament

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My Santa's hat, shown here, is made using red and white puzzle pieces but you can make hats using whatever colors you like.

Snowflake Ornament

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White puzzle pieces can be transformed into sparkling snowflakes using a little bit of white or silver glitter. These would also make fun suncatchers hanging in your window. This how-to video shows you another way to make this ornament.

Snowman Ornament

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Besides while puzzle pieces, you need just basic craft supplies to make this snowman. You can use the same supplies I used or substitute whatever you have on hand.

Star Ornament

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The glitter on this ornament will catch everyone's eyes as it hangs on your tree or where ever you put it.

Wreath Ornament

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Create a small wreath like mine for your Christmas tree, and then, if you are really inspired, create a large puzzle piece wreath to hang on your door!

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