Not only do these keepsake ornaments look beautiful on the Christmas tree, but they’re also thoughtful homemade gifts for friends and family! It’s a super fun and easy Christmas craft for kids of all ages!
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How many ornaments does this recipe make?
We were able to make 12 ornaments (around 3 inches in size and 1/4 inch thick) from this recipe. But the amount you get will depend on the cookie cutters used and how big and how thick your ornaments are.
How long do salt dough ornaments last?
Salt dough ornaments will last for years, or even decades, if properly sealed and stored. Store them in a cool, dark place with low humidity. They should hold up well for a few years if you toss them in with the rest of your ornaments. If you want them to last longer, we suggest wrapping your ornaments in bubble wrap or paper towel to protect them from breaking.
Do you need to seal salt dough ornaments?
Your salt dough ornaments should last for several years without sealing them. If you’re making them for fun with the kids it’s perfectly fine to leave them unsealed. If the kids are REALLY attached to their ornaments and want them to last for as long as humanly possible (decades…), you can seal the front and back of your salt dough ornaments with Mod Podge or a spray sealer. This also preserves any painted details, and for these shimmering Christmas ornaments it also helps contain the glitter!
What kind of salt do you use for salt dough ornaments?
Regular table salt is the best type of salt to use for making salt dough. It’s inexpensive and the small grains mix well with the flour and water. You can also use kosher salt, but it doesn’t blend in quite as well.
How long does it take for salt dough ornaments to harden?
In the oven the ornaments take about 4 – 6 hours to dry. If you leave the ornaments to air dry they will take anywhere from 3 days to a full week to harden.
Why did my ornament puff up while baking?
We didn’t have any issues with the salt dough puffing up in the oven, but there are several reasons why this might have happened:
Making classic salt dough ornaments is such a fun Christmas craft! Use salt dough ornaments as personalized gift tags, or make mini ornaments to string on a homemade garland. You can even create textures in the salt dough before baking by using toothpicks, forks, or rubber stamps! Don’t forget to add the date to the back of your salt dough decorations!
Here’s even more salt dough craft ideas:
Salt Dough Recipe
Paw Print Salt Dough Ornaments
Salt Dough Monster Pets
Our book Low-Mess Crafts for Kids is loaded with 72 fun and simple craft ideas for kids! The projects are fun, easy and most importantly low-mess, so the clean up is simple!
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