Old Time Wood Picture Ornament Instructions

These ornaments were popular in the 1950s and still look great if you like the older or shabby chic decorations. Lightly sand a diagonally-sliced piece of wood. Mine is a slice from a pine tree branch. Drill a small hole near the top at the center to insert a hanging loop. Cut a picture from a Christmas card, wrapping paper or magazine, etc, the older-looking the better. Carefully cut or tear it to fit the shape of the wood, leaving a small margin all the way around. Use white glue to attach it to the front of the wood slice, making sure the glue is spread clear to the edges. Press firmly and work out any air bubbles. Let dry, then coat the ornament with more clear glue, craft varnish, gesso, etc. Dry thoroughly. To give it a more aged look stir a small amount of dark brown craft paint into the clear coating before applying. Put your name and date on the back.