Family & Pets
How to: make a paw print Christmas ornament
This year while you’re wrapping the tree in tinsel and hanging the baubles you’ll be able to include your furry friend in the festivities with their very own paw print ornament! Just like a handprint from your grandkids, this easy-to-make keepsake will make the perfect addition to your Christmas decorations. Here’s how to make one.
What you’ll need:
- 1 cup flour
- 1/2 cup salt
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 straw or skewer to make hole
- 1 glass or circle cookie cutter
- Baking paper
- Decorating supplies: ribbon to hang, paint, glitter etc to decorate
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 120° C
- Combine flour, salt, and water in a large bowl. Mix and knead until well combined.
- Roll out dough and use a cookie cutter or any circular shape to cut. Allow enough room for your pet’s paw to fit.
- Press your pets paw into the dough firmly and evenly.
- Make a small hole at the top with toothpick or straw for the ribbon.
- Place on baking paper in oven and bake for 2 hours. Flip the ornament an hour in so both sides dry evenly.
- Remove from oven and let it cool completely.
- Now it’s time to decorate! A great activity if the grandkids are around.
- Show your furry friend and hang on tree!
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