Wednesday, November 17, 2010

25 Days of Hand Crafted Gifts and Ornaments - Ribbon Candy Ornament

This is such a fun crafty ornament for everyone who enjoyed the Christmas memories of eating Ribbon Candy!  Mmmm such a delightful treat only available ~ at least at our house ~ during the holidays!!

Well today we're going to make it into an ornament with just a few very basic supplies...

Supplies:

Mesh or Open-Weave Ribbon
Wire
Pearl Beads (or other) - 2 small and 7 large
Ribbon (For a bow)

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Instructions:

1. Thread a small bead onto the wire and create a small knot so it is secure.  I just wrap the wire around the tail a couple times and snip off the extra.

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2. Slip the wire through the center of the ribbon about 1" from the end.  Add a large bead.

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3. Now fold the ribbon back over the wire leaving a .5" - 1" loop on the side you just came from...  add another large bead.

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4. Continue working the ribbon back and forth adding a bead to the wire at each turn.

5. When you have all 7 beads added thread the ribbon onto the wire for one last turn.  Add the final small bead.  Create a loop with the remaining wire and knot the wire to secure.

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6. Add a ribbon to the top of the ornament to hide the knotted wire and you're all set!

You now have a yummy ornament to adorn your tree! 
There are soooo many cool ribbons out on the market today...the options are just unlimited!

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Now it's your turn to make some sweet memories for your own tree!

1 comment:

  1. I love it, very cute ornament. I remember eating ribbon candy as a kid but I never see it anymore. Ribbon candy reminds me of visiting my Grandmother.

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