DIY Toboggan Tree Ornaments

Playing off the DIY Snowflakes Tutorial I last shared, these super cute Toboggan Tree Ornaments / Gift Topper(s) are also created using Popsicle Sticks! I like this one because it is even appropriate to do with kids (depending on age/under supervision as there is a Hot Glue Gun involved).

Supplies:

• Popsicle / Craft Sticks
• Rope
• Ruler
• Paint & Paint Brush
• Hot Glue Gun& Re-fill Glue Sticks!
• Sandpaper

How To: 

Step #1. Begin by cutting two of the craft sticks down to roughly 3 1/2" to use as the braces!

Step #2. Next you will want to create the ski's for the bottom of your toboggan - do this by hot gluing two craft sticks together to create one 9 " long ski & repeat this process to make your second ski! 

You are going to want to just set these aside for the next step - but within hands reach as you will need them again for Steps 4 & 5!

 Step #3. Lay down 8 craft sticks in an arch-shape!

Step #4. Using your hot glue gun again, secure your Toboggan shape in place by gluing down the braces you made in Step #1 as shown above!

Step #5. Glue your Skis one on each side - one craft stick from each side - with the majority of the Ski coming off the front - leave about 1/2" sticking out the bottom.

Step #6. Lastly attach the front strut craft stick as shown above!

 Step #7. Using Red paint (or whatever colour you've chosen) apply 2 coats!

Step #8. Using your sand paper, rough-up the edges a little bit to give it a rustic look!

 Step #9. Lastly Glue on a piece of Hemp rope as the Toboggan Handle / Ornament Hanger & you're Finished!

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