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PROJECTS
Drinking Straw Ornaments
Designed By: Kathleen George
Typical Project Completion Time: 1-2 hours
(does not include drying time)
| MATERIALS NEEDED: |
STYROFOAM* Brand Products:
2" ball
Other Materials:
20 drinking straws
Scissors
Thick, white craft glue
Large wire hook for hanging
12" coordinating curling ribbon |
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| INSTRUCTIONS: |
| 1. Cut the straws into 1 1/2" pieces. |
| 2. Pour a small amount of glue onto wax paper, cardboard or other disposable surface. |
| 3. Dip the end of each straw into the glue and insert straight into the ball, about 1/8" deep. Cover the ball evenly with straws spaced about 1/2" apart. Let dry. |
| 4. If necessary, trim straws, cutting off ends that protrude farther than the rest. |
| 5. Tie a bow around the hook; curl ends. Dip end of hook into glue and insert in ball. |
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