*A package of Crayola Model Magic Modeling Material- It does NOT dry hard, but instead stays soft. We like it because ornaments are not as breakable. We chose ours in white, but it comes in a variety of colors. We purchased a larger box containing (4) 8 oz packages. One 8 oz package was enough for us to make (2) large handprints, (2) baby handprints, and (2) miscellaneous cutouts.
*Enamel or Acrylic paint in red, white, black, pink, and skin color (you can mix white with a little brown)
*Decorative ribbon
*Mini jingle bell (1 per ornament)
*White pom pom (1 per ornament)
*Paint brushes
*Butter knife
* Straw
Instructions:
1. Knead and roll out Model Magic according to package instructions.
2. Wash and dry tiny hands and then press firmly into model magic. We rolled ours out on a tray and then placed the tray on the floor in order to get a nice firm imprint.
3. Use a butter knife to trim around the handprint.
4. Use your fingers to gently smooth the cut edges.
5. Use a straw or the end of a paint brush to poke a hole (for hanging) at the top of Santa’s hat.
6. Allow your handprint to dry for at least 24-36 hours.
7. Paint as desired.
8. Finish with a piece of decorative ribbon and a jingle bell
9. Lastly, don’t forget to sign your child’s name and age on the back of your ornament.