Neighbor Gift? "Joy" Ornaments

Posted by Valerie Earnest Happy Monday, everyone!  I'm starting to feel the "Christmas Crunch".  Anyone else?  It's probably because we are heading to The Happiest Place on Earth next week, and won't be back until just before Christmas!  I have to do all my baking, shopping, mailing, gift-giving, etc. by the end of the week!  Yikes!

In case you're searching for a simple gift to make for neighbors, friends, or even a class, I have an idea for you.  This year, my friends and I made these simple "Joy" ornaments for the children at church.

They're simple to make.  We used 2x2 blocks (which I buy in bulk from www.craftparts.com).  We painted them, Mod Podged some paper scraps on the front, and finished with Joy in vinyl letters.  You could easily use letter stickers or even a Sharpie to do something similar if you don't have access to vinyl.

To hang them, I drilled tiny holes in the top, then screwed in eye hooks from the hardware store.  A length of ribbon makes a great hanger.  We finished by writing our name and the year on the back.

We made them with all different colors and papers.  I'm really happy with how they turned out.  Pair these with some cookies or treats and you've got a great gift!  I'm giving these Oreo Truffles to my neighbors and my daughter's teachers.  Mmmm.......

What are you giving your neighbors this year?

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I'm linking up these ornaments to some of my favorite parties:  I'd love to "see" you there too!



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