Jar Lid Baubles
Fill jar lids with glitter, buttons, sequins and pom-poms for sparkly, fun baubles that toddlers and preschoolers can make.
Idea from Arty Crafty Kids
The story behind it
By TurkeyMom · December 2016
Ages2+
Ideas30
From28 blogs
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Thirty kid-friendly Christmas ornament ideas from fellow bloggers that turn jar lids, puzzle pieces, old CDs, bottle caps, corks and paper into tree decorations. Pick an ornament to match the recyclables you have at home.
⚠️ Safety first
- Supervise small parts closely, especially with toddlers. Buttons, sequins, bottle caps, puzzle pieces and pom-poms are choking hazards.
- Adult checks can and jar lids for sharp edges before kids handle them.
- Adult does any cutting of corks or CDs and any hot gluing.
- Glitter can irritate eyes. Wash hands after crafting.
Before the kids arrive
- Collect and clean recyclables ahead of time: lids, spare puzzle pieces, old CDs, bottle caps, corks, catalogs and old Christmas cards.
30 ideas
Recycled Can Lid Snowman Ornament
Stack can lids into a snowman with a felt hat, ribbon scarf and buttons. It will look amazing on the tree.
by Things to Share and Remember
Simple Plastic Lid Ornaments
Simple plastic lid ornaments that are perfect for toddlers to make.
Idea from Teaching 2 and 3 Year Olds
Recycled Lid Ornaments
Use clean lids and photos, or old Christmas cards, to make lid ornaments.
by No Time for Flash Cards
Plastic Lid and Sequins Ornament
Decorate plastic lids with sequins. Simple and fun for kids to make.
Idea from Frogs and Snails and Puppy Dog Tails
Washi Tape Mason Jar Lid Ornament
Cover mason jar lids with washi tape. Kids who love tape will definitely love this one.
by Happy Brown House
Puzzle Piece Snowflake Ornament
A traditional snowflake made from glittery puzzle pieces. A simple Christmas craft for kids.
by Mama.Papa.Bubba
Puzzle Piece Frame Ornament
Glue painted puzzle pieces onto a frame to hold your kids' pictures.
by Buggy and Buddy
Homemade Puzzle Pieces Wreath Ornament
Turn extra puzzle pieces into a small wreath ornament.
by The Resourceful Mama
Puzzle Piece Reindeer Ornament
A small, adorable reindeer ornament made from puzzle pieces.
Idea from About Home
Puzzle Candy Canes
Simple, festive candy canes made from puzzle pieces.
by That's What Che Said
CD Snowman Ornaments
Old CDs become snowmen that look great hanging on the tree or on the back porch.
by Happy Hooligans
Recycled CD Ornaments
Use old CDs as the base for large bauble ornaments.
Idea from Glued to My Crafts
Recycled CD Glittery Bird Ornament
A glittery bird ornament made from an old CD. Just plain fun.
by School Time Snippets
CD Yarn Wreath Ornament
Kids thread yarn through an old CD to make a wreath.
by Cindy deRosier
Puffy Paint CD Ornaments
Decorate old CDs with lots of fun puffy paint.
Idea from First Palette
Bottle Caps Holly Craft
Red bottle caps become holly berries on felt leaves. Use them as ornaments or add them to a Christmas wreath.
by Sugar Aunts (now The OT Toolbox)
Sparkly Bottle Cap Ornaments
Glitter-covered bottle caps add a lot of sparkle to the Christmas tree.
Idea from Life Over Cs
Homemade Bottlecap Ornaments
Bottle cap ornaments that let children get creative.
Idea from Teach Mama
Bottle Cap Rudolph Ornament
An easy Rudolph ornament made from a bottle cap.
by Red Ted Art
Cork Snowman Ornaments
Turn leftover corks into snowmen with pipe-cleaner earmuffs and felt scarves.
by Red Ted Art
Cork Christmas Trees
Cut up corks, paint them green and arrange them into a Christmas tree.
Idea from Wendy's Hat
Cork Snowflake Ornament
A cork snowflake that adds a rustic touch to Christmas decorations.
Idea from Happy Mothering
Cork Gingerbread Man Ornament
A cork gingerbread man that will surely make kids smile as they craft.
Idea from Goodnyou
Cork Candle Ornament
A simple, sweet candle ornament made from a wine cork.
by My Very Educated Mother
Mixed Media Christmas Ornament
Beautiful ornaments layered with book pages, paint and letters.
by Sunshine and Hurricanes
Recycled Catalog Ornaments
Strips cut from holiday catalogs make colorful bauble ornaments, a good use for all those catalogs that arrive around the holidays.
Idea from The Outlaw Mom
Recycled Christmas Card Ornaments
Make Christmas decorations from old Christmas cards.
by DIY Inspired
Christmas Card Tree Ornaments
Sweet, simple tree ornaments made from Christmas cards. They'll look great on the tree.
by Petticoat Junktion
Paper Mache Christmas Ornament
A fun way to use recycled paper while crafting for Christmas.
by Buggy and Buddy
Tips
- Kids' ornaments just add that extra something to the Christmas tree. If you have a variety of recyclables at home, be sure to try some of these.from the author
- So many great ideas, it's just a matter of deciding which one to do first.from the author
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Recycling is very essential to save environment