This cinnamon stick reindeer ornaments idea is a throwback from my childhood. I always loved the grade school ornament making around the holidays. This idea for a reindeer cinnamon stick ornament is one that came from those school days. All you need are cinnamon sticks, glue, ribbon, googly eyes, and a pom pom to make this fun idea!
Whip up a batch of these reindeer sugar cookies to have on hand while you get started crafting these cute ornaments with your kids!
Jump to:
Cinnamon Stick Reindeer Ornaments
There is just something about making these that makes me happy inside. I remember making them and bringing them home from school to hang on the tree. These, along with the Rudolf paper plate craft, are some of the most classic ideas for homemade ornaments that I remember from childhood.
If you are looking for more reindeer ideas, then make sure you check out how to turn a pinecone into a reindeer and my cute tips for turning a clay pot into a reindeer. The bigger one is ideal for serving up treats for your kids while they help make this craft!
Where Can I Buy Cinnamon Sticks For These Ornaments?
Of course, you can pick up cinnamon sticks in the spice aisle of your grocery store, but you probably don't want to pay $5 for only a few sticks. So, you need another way to grab what is needed for this craft.
I love the fact that during the holiday season, you can easily pick up bulk bags of cinnamon sticks at most craft stores like Hobby Lobby, Michael's, JoAnn's, and sometimes even at Walmart. If not available locally, you can easily pick up a bag of 100 cinnamon sticks for under $15 on Amazon.
Another use for extra cinnamon sticks is to create this cute aromatic Christmas tree ornament for your tree this year. If you plan to make a lot of homemade ornaments like these, then make sure to have some reindeer rice krispie treats or these cute Rudolf treat bags on hand for your kids to snack on while they work.
Supplies Needed
- Cinnamon sticks
- Red pom pom
- Googly eyes
- Satin ribbon
- Scissors
- Hot glue gun and glue
How to Make Cinnamon Stick Reindeer Ornaments
To make this reindeer ornament idea, you will begin by gluing two cinnamon sticks together in a "v" shape.
Next, you will glue an additional cinnamon stick across the two sticks near the end, creating a triangle shape.
Glue the red pom pom to the bottom where the "v" meets to create a "red-nosed reindeer."
Next, you will glue on the googly eyes one on each of the two sticks that form the "v."
The final step is to cut and glue a loop of ribbon to the top for hanging the reindeer.
Once the glue dries, your cinnamon stick reindeer ornaments are ready to hang!
Video Tutorial:
Printable Step-by-Step Photo Tutorial:
Cute Cinnamon Stick Reindeer Ornaments
These adorable cinnamon stick reindeer ornaments are a classic childhood ornament that looks beautiful and smells great hanging on your tree this year!
Materials
- 3 cinnamon sticks per reindeer
- 1 red pom pom per reindeer
- 2 googly eyes per reindeer
- Satin ribbon
Tools
- Hot glue gun and glue
- Scissors
Instructions
- Begin by gluing two of the cinnamon sticks together to form a "v" shape;
- Next, you will add an additional cinnamon stick close to the top of the open end of the "v";
- Add a red pom pom to the pointed base of the cinnamon sticks;
- Glue a googly eye on each side of the reindeer;
- Attach a length of ribbon to the top to hang the ornament;
- Now your reindeer is ready to display!
Notes
Use different colors of ribbon on each of your reindeer for a fun look. You can also dip the pom pom in glitter to make Rudolph's nose sparkle!
Recommended Products
My favorite Etsy Christmas ornaments. (Affiliate links)
-
Personalized Christmas Ornament Gingerbread House Family of 8 Customized Handmade Gift With Handwritten Names -
Christmas ornaments -
12 White crochet snowflakes xmas decor Christmas ornaments -
Wicked Chickens Wickedly Cute Holiday Trio Christmas Ornaments -
Robin Ornament Christmas Robins Christmas Tree Ornaments -
Mini Christmas tree Christmas decoration ornaments
Leave a Reply