Angel Ornament

Angel Christmas ornament made from cellophane twisted paper ribbon.

Custom made Christmas ornaments give a personal touch as apposed to those purchased at the store. Over the years we have made many ornaments. Some ornaments we made for a special occasion and some just because we wanted to try a new craft.
One quick and easy ornament is an angel made from twisted paper ribbon. It is simple and inexpensive to make. Most of the materials used can be scraps leftover from previous crafts.
Materials needed are:
19 inches of twisted paper
8 inches 1/4-inch satin ribbon
Small ribbon flower
Small piece of floral wire
1 Christmas ball about 1-inch diameter
3 inch piece gold cord
Hot glue
The twisted paper ribbon is cut into an 11-inch piece for the wings and an 8-inch piece for the body. Untwist the paper ribbon folding the piece for the wings into two loops with the ends in the middle. Use floral wire to hold the shape. Next fold the body piece in half and twist the floral wire around the ends attaching it to the wings.
Hot glue the gold cord into a circle and then glue onto the top back of the Christmas ball to make the halo. Next glue the Christmas ball head onto the top of the body where the wings are attached.
Make a bow out of the 1/4-inch satin ribbon and glue below head. Also glue the small ribbon flower in center of bow.
The twisted paper is also available in metallic and cellophane types. These can be fancier than the plain twisted paper. If going for a country look the plain paper is good. But for a glitzy look the other types might be the ones to use.
The Christmas balls we used are the ones covered with silky type thread. Glass balls or other types can also be used depending on the look you want to achieve. A piece of gold pipe cleaner can also be used in place of the gold cord for the halo.
Depending on the desired look, other ribbon and flowers can be used to put the finishing touches on the angel.
These ornaments can be used as gifts in an ornament exchange. Also a set of six would make a nice gift for a newlywed couple celebrating their first Christmas.
For children looking to make their teachers or club leaders a gift, this is an easy enough project for them. Grandmas and grandpas would appreciate receiving them also. Just one note of caution, make sure an adult supervises the use of the hot glue gun.
Handmade gifts are always more special because of the extra thought that goes into them. Be creative and make something special for the ones you hold dear. They will be reminded that you care about them.