It is time for our annual Christmas Ornament Exchange, this year I was paired with the lovely Vicki from 2 Bees in Pod. We both share the love for traditional Christmas ornaments and have similar colour combinations in out trees. I knew Vicki loved rustic Christmas ornaments so I wanted to create something very authentic. Don’t forget to visit the blog hop post to see everyone’s lovely creations and to add your own handmade creations.
I decided to make an ornament from palletwood. As it was travelling all the way to the USA, I needed to make sure it gets there in one piece, so wood seemed like a good idea!
I cut out the size from pallet, that I had previously planed (you can use a rougher edge if you prefer). I then drilled the holes in the corners for the ribbon.
To have a nice rustic edge I painted the edges using OFMP paint mixed in pitch black with extra bond (I wanted the top layer to chip) and then painted 3 layers of OFMP in pure white (withuot the extra bond). Once dry, I sanded the edges to reveal the black paint underneath.
I chose to make two ornaments, one with text Joy and one with Love. I drew a circle and did the lettering using a pencil, I then went over with a fine brush and some black enamel paint.
I used a tool with little round edge to create the folk like wreath. I used some wax to bring out the dark colour and finally added a simple ribbon.
It is on it’s way to USA and I really hope Vicki will love it as much as I do!!
What pretty little ornaments! I love that you upcycled pallet wood to make them.
These are adorable! I love the farmhouse vibe and great idea to use pallet wood.
Those are beautiful. I love the ribbon you chose too; it really offsets the rustic wood. Pinned.
These are lovely, Evija. I love the black and white look. Perfect for a rustic, farmhouse style tree.
The ornaments are so precious. I would leave them out all year since you painted them in classic black and white. They are simply lovely.
Evija – I am so fortunate that I was paired with you! These ornaments are even more beautiful in person! Thank you so very much for your love, care and creativity! Much love,
Vicki ~ 2 Bees in a Pod
Thank you so much Vicki, I am so pleased you love the ornaments !!!
Very nice! I am always looking for ways to use little pieces of scrap wood and this is perfect!
This is so cute. It’ll look perfect on a farmhouse themed tree!
SO beautiful, I love the black and white rustic look!!
Thank you. what a great idea. My kids are all-in after it.
These are so pretty! Your lettering is lovely 🙂
These are so pretty and I love that they are hand painted. Pinned.
Thank you Earlene !
Love these little darlings. Especially , I have had a big year of doing black and white. Pinning to my ornament board.