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Time Required :
About 30 minutes
Beginner
Beginner
You're new to the skills necessary to complete this project, or maybe you've tried them just once or twice before.

sensory dough upcycled ornaments

This project is intended for kids ages 6+.

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Print Project

Step 1

Click here to download and print the pattern; then cut out the shapes.

Step 2

Trace the patterns onto the cardboard and cut out the shapes. Set aside.

Step 3

Knead sensory dough in your hands for a few minutes then roll into a ball.
TIP: Use image as your guide.

Step 4

Use the clay tools to roll, cut and shape sensory dough to decorate your ornaments. Let dry.
TIP: To cover large areas, roll sensory dough to a thin sheet, pick up the sheet and lay it over the area.

Step 5

Use glue to adhere gems. Let dry.

Step 6

Fold a chenille pipe cleaner in half, glue the ends on the back of the ornaments to make hangers. Let dry.

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Supplies
Materials
Materials
 
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Elmer's® Washable School Glue

    Item # 10002329 
    Save 40% off One Regular Price Item with code 7242440- Exclusions apply See Details See Details
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    $3.99
    • Color: White
    • Size: 4 oz
    • Color: White
    • Size: 4 oz
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    • Color: White
    • Size: 4 oz
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Sensory Dough, 20ct. by Creatology™

    Item # 10691423 
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    $22.99
 
Tools
Tools
 
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Assorted 5" Fiskars® Blunt-Tip Kids Scissors

    Item # 10405522 
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    $6.99
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Clay Tool Set by Creatology™

    Item # 10685076 
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    $7.49
 
You’ll Also Need
  • Computer
  • Printer
  • Cardboard
Instructions
Step 1

Click here to download and print the pattern; then cut out the shapes.

Step 2

Trace the patterns onto the cardboard and cut out the shapes. Set aside.

Step 3

Knead sensory dough in your hands for a few minutes then roll into a ball.
TIP: Use image as your guide.

Step 4

Use the clay tools to roll, cut and shape sensory dough to decorate your ornaments. Let dry.
TIP: To cover large areas, roll sensory dough to a thin sheet, pick up the sheet and lay it over the area.

Step 5

Use glue to adhere gems. Let dry.

Step 6

Fold a chenille pipe cleaner in half, glue the ends on the back of the ornaments to make hangers. Let dry.

Share your project photos with #MichaelsKidsClub

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