Looking to add a touch of equestrian charm to your Christmas tree or winter home decor? Try making easy and fragrant cinnamon ornaments! These 3-ingredient wonders are not only a delightful craft activity but also a beautiful addition to your holiday decorations. Let’s dive into how you can create these equine-inspired cinnamon ornaments for your barn and home.
Fun Reasons to Make Our Equine-Inspired Cinnamon Ornaments
- Fragrant Charm: The delightful aroma of cinnamon adds a natural and pleasant scent to your space.
- Easy Craft Activity: Suitable for all ages, making cinnamon ornaments is a fun-filled activity for the whole family.
- Equestrian Elegance: By crafting horse-themed ornaments, you infuse your holiday decor with the spirit of your beloved equine companions. The ornaments are a great choice to decorate your barn with because if your horse inadvertently snacks on one, they are non-toxic!
Cinnamon Ornament Ingredients
- 3/4 cup applesauce
- 4 ounces ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground cloves
How to Make Equine-Inspired Cinnamon Ornaments
- Mix the Ingredients: In a bowl, combine the applesauce, ground cinnamon,
and ground cloves. Mix the ingredients until you achieve a smooth, clay-like texture. - Roll Out the Dough: Sprinkle some cinnamon on your tabletop and the rolling pin to prevent sticking. Roll out the applesauce and spice mixture to about 1/8-inch thickness.
- Cut Out Shapes: Use cookie cutters or a small knife to
cut out various shapes. Think of horses, horseshoes, or even saddles to give your ornaments an equestrian touch. We love the Kelley and Company Pony Cookie Cutter Set! - Add Details and Holes: With a skewer, make a small hole (just large enough to thread a ribbon or a piece of twine) in each ornament for hanging the ornaments after baking. You can also use the skewer to draw on the ornaments and add intricate details to your shapes, enhancing their charm.
Bake and Dry: Place the cutouts on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper and put them in a 120°F oven. After 1-1/2 hours, turn the oven off, but leave the ornaments inside overnight to thoroughly dehydrate.- Decorate and Display: Once your cinnamon ornaments are completely dry, decorate them with festive ribbons and hang them on your Christmas tree. You can also tie them to holiday gifts, adding a personal touch to your presents. Or, hang them around the barn or tack room!
Go ahead and gather your supplies and get creative! Embrace the joy of the holiday season with these equine-inspired cinnamon ornaments.