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12 Days of Handmade Magic: Wood Slice Ornaments

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There’s something magical about turning a simple wood slice into a keepsake ornament. Rustic, charming, and oh-so-versatile, these little rounds of joy are the perfect canvas for holiday creativity. This year, I’m sharing 12 days of wood slice ornament DIYs—each one unique, festive, and fun to make with kids or on your own crafty afternoon.

Day 1: Mod Podged Gift Tag

  • Use leftover holiday gift tags as art!
  • Brush Mod Podge over the wood slice, place the tag, and seal with another coat.
  • Add ribbon or twine for hanging. Instant upcycled charm!

Day 2: Monogram Initial

  • Use a large letter sticker or vinyl decal. Mod podge to seal it.
  • Embellish with glitter, metallic paint, or a bow around the letter.
  • Perfect for personalized gifting.

Day 3: Woodland Bear

  • Sketch or stencil a bear silhouette in black or brown.
  • Add pine cone pieces for the ears.
  • Rustic and cabin-ready!

Day 4: Deer

  • Paint a cheerful deer head as the centerpiece.
  • Add stick antlers and soft felt ears to complete the look.
  • A classic woodland look.

Day 5: Snowman

  • Draw and paint a snowman face.
  • Add pom poms and a pipe cleaner for ear muffs.
  • Kids love helping with this one—especially adding glitter “snow.”

Day 6: Mod Podged Window Cling

  • Take a festive window cling (snowflakes, Santa, or reindeer).
  • Mod Podge it onto the slice for a glossy, colorful ornament.
  • Great way to repurpose those clings after the season.

Day 7: Tattooed Ornament

  • Apply a temporary tattoo (yes, the kind kids love!) onto the wood slice.
  • Seal with Mod Podge.
  • Works beautifully with glittery tattoos.

Day 8: Highland Cow

  • Cut out a cow snout out of felt. Glue on twine to create playful “fur” peeking over its eyes.
  • Top it off with a Santa hat or a bow for festive charm.
  • Quirky, adorable, and sure to be a conversation starter.

Day 9: Mod Podged Photo

  • Print a family photo or pet snapshot.
  • Mod Podge onto the slice, trim edges, and seal.
  • A heartfelt keepsake ornament that doubles as a memory capsule.

Day 10: Winter Scene with Mini Trees

  • Glue tiny bottlebrush trees onto the slice.
  • Add faux snow (cotton, glitter, or baking soda mix).
  • Creates a 3D winter wonderland right on your tree.

Day 11: Peppermint Twist

  • Paint the base red and add a white border with red lines to mimic a peppermint candy.
  • Add the letters J and Y, then place a peppermint in the center to form the O.
  • Sweet and simple, perfect for kids to paint.

Day 12: Gingerbread Face

  • Brush the slice with a warm gingerbread-brown shade to set the base.
  • Bring it to life by adding eyes, a nose, a smiling mouth, rosy pink cheeks, and a crisp white wavy trim around the edge.
  • Top it off with a cute bow for that extra festive flair.

 Wrapping It Up

These 12 wood slice ornaments capture the perfect blend of rustic charm, whimsical fun, and heartfelt sentiment. Whether you’re crafting with kids, creating personalized gifts, or simply adding handmade touches to your holiday décor, each ornament brings its own spark of creativity and joy.

💡 Tip: Be sure to seal your finished ornaments with a clear coat so they’ll stay beautiful for years to come.

I’d love to know—which design is your favorite? Share it in the comments below!

And if you’re craving even more holiday inspiration, be sure to check out my other Craftmas post for more Christmas DIYs to keep the festive creativity flowing.

With coffee in one hand and a wood slice ornament in the other,

💛 Bethany