Christmas Ornaments- Tuna Can Photos

• Tuna cans or any small can such as those for olives, sardines, or cooked chicken
• Christmas cards or family photos
• Thick ribbon
• Hammer and nail
• Scraps of yarn or string
• Glitter (optional)
• Lace (optional)
• Miniature ornaments for tiny Christmas trees such as nativity scenes, snowmen, or Santa Clause (optional)

Instructions for Making a Recycled Tuna Can Christmas Ornament for the Tree

1. Thoroughly wash out the can with soapy water.
2. Parents can use the hammer and nail to punch two holes right beside each other in the side of the tuna can.
3. Parents can tie a scrap of yarn or string through the two holes for a hanger.
4. Trace the can around a Christmas card or family photo.
5. Cut around the traced circle.
6. Spread a thin coat of glue on the back of the card or photo and stick it to the inside of the can.
7. Parents can help with a hot glue gun to attach ribbon to the outside and inside rim of the can.
8. Tiny ornaments can be glued to the inside rim to add depth to the ornament. Parents can let kids pick out an inexpensive pack for a miniature tree including holiday figures such as the characters in a nativity scene, teddy bears, rocking horses, nutcrackers, toy soldiers, snowmen, or Santa and his elves.
9. Embellish the ribbon on the outside of the can with glitter or lace.
10. Hang the ornaments onto the tree and enjoy.

Similar ornaments can be made from many other recyclable items such as jar lids. Packages of inexpensive ornaments and Christmas cards are easy to find at any dollar store.