How Do You Make Peppermint Candy Ornaments?
Making Christmas ornaments out of edible objects such as peppermint candy is an entertaining family activity that will stimulate a sense of holiday spirit. Because peppermint candies are hard, they make for a perfect crafting material. There are several different ways to make peppermint candy ornaments. Peppermint candy comes in the form of candy canes, rounded discs and puffs, giving you a variety of design ideas. Make holiday time a creative time for you and your family by making your own peppermint candy ornaments. Purchase several different balsa wood shapes from a craft store. Balsa wood shapes are thin and light, coming in a variety of shapes and sizes such as hearts, circles, stars and squares. Drill a small hole in the top of each shape using an electric drill or a small jewelry drill. This is where the ornament hook will hang from. Paint the wood shapes in holiday colors such as red, green, silver or gold. Keep in mind that the wood shape is only a background, so do not get to
