OrnamentShop Blogs

Did you know that the Most Common Birthday in the United States is September 16th?  And that the 2nd, 3rd and 4th most common birthdays also occur in September (9th, 23rd and 17th, respectively)?  If you take into account studies that have shown that the typical gestation period has now changed from 40 weeks to […]

August 10th is National Smores Day, so what better way to celebrate than creating Smores Ornaments that you can use as keepsakes to remember every campout of the year.  Made popular in the 1920s by Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts, smores are a treat that everyone loves to eat.  Campfires aren’t complete without roasting marshmallows, […]

With so many different types of Christmas ornaments and holiday decorations to choose from, it’s easy to just go with what you know and do the same thing every year. This winter, branch out and try something new! One of the best things about Christmas is that it gives you an excuse to dress up […]

Are you mesmerized by the movement of jellyfish?  If you are, then you will enjoy creating this unusual Jellyfish Ornament!  I love to watch translucent jellyfish swimming in the water.  I am always amazed how you can see through their whole body, and I find myself fascinated with their beauty. After watching them at the […]

It’s August.  Are you finding yourself longing for a Flip Flops Ornament to make the summer last just a little longer?  These easy Felt Crafts will cure your summertime blues and get you ready for the holiday season, which seems to come earlier every year.  So, burrow your toes in the sand one more time […]

Check out the most popular ornaments we shared in July! Were these your favorites too? July always flies by far too fast! With warm summer days and wonderful family vacations, the best moments seem to go by in the blink of an eye. That’s why this month is very important for collecting keepsakes. Personalized ornaments […]

Silhouette Art originated in Europe in the early 1700s when members of the nobility class and royalty stature, captured their elaborate wigs in profile.  When in grade school, there was always a silhouette project that the entire class participated in.  Capture childhood innocence by making Silhouette Ornaments to hang on your tree for Christmas. These […]

Do you love a day at the beach for fun in the sun?  Then you’ll love making our latest DIY Starfish Ornaments!  You can make boys, girls and each one will have its own unique personality.  Great summertime project for a family or make these starfish ornaments to commemorate a honeymoon, tropical vacation or day […]

Do you find llamas endearing or quirky?  If you are a llama lover, then create a whimsical DIY Llama Ornament that is guaranteed to make you smile.  These South American camelids are interesting and with their elongated necks and unique faces, they have become a fascination for many people. If you are the type of […]

Check out the most popular ornaments we shared in June! Were these your favorites too? June is one of the most beautiful months of the year – and among the most memorable! With the seasons changing to summer and all our children completing the school year, so many of us take our vacations during June. […]