Homemade Mickey Ornament!

cindybelle86 · 12-07-2009, 07:59 PM

Hi All!!!!

In searching for the perfect project to celebrate the new homepage, I decided it would be a Mickey Ornament. After lots of samples, I got it right! I hope you enjoy them. Please post any pictures or improvements you may have made.

Supplies:
Assorted Shatterproof Ornaments

Glue Gun (NOT Low temp)
Ruler

1. Select 1 large and 2 small ornament balls.

2. Remove ornament holders from small balls.

3. On the larger ball measure 1/3” to 1/2” from ornament holder and place a small mark. Use your own judgment for ear placement.

4. Holding the larger ball in your left hand, place the tip of the hot glue gun over the mark slowly let the tip melt into the ball. This may melt very fast, so be very careful.

5. Let the tip melt the entire way into the ball.

6. Slowly pull the tip out of the ball, as you do, squeeze a small amount the of hot glue into the opening of the ball. If part of the ball comes out with glue gun, push it back in with the tip.

7. Quickly lay down the glue and pick up the smaller ball and place into the hole made by the glue gun. If it is a tight fit, gently push in, the warm plastic should let it go in.

8. Hold both pieces together for a few seconds and repeat on other side.

You now have a handmade Mickey ornament.

Note: If you get melted plastic on your glue gun, simply wipe off with a paper towel or napkin while still hot.

The options for different variety are almost endless. Just use your imagination and your creativity.

Here is a printable version of the instructions:

Homemade Mickey Ornament PDF

mindymar · 12-08-2009, 12:39 AM

I love your step-by-step pictures! You make it look so easy!

cindybelle86 · 12-08-2009, 08:43 AM

It really is!!!!

I hope everyone enjoys it!!!!

April · 12-08-2009, 11:23 AM

I did one! But my ears ended up being too close together by the time I was done. But I still like him even if Steve Barrett would say it's not a perfect Mickey.

cindybelle86 · 12-08-2009, 11:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by April

I did one! But my ears ended up being too close together by the time I was done. But I still like him even if Steve Barrett would say it's not a perfect Mickey.

I think he's perfect!!!!

I love the colors and the cool swirl pattern!!!

lovemyblt · 12-08-2009, 12:48 PM

OH MAN!! This is one of those threads we will have to remember to bump year after year!
I can't wait to try this !

Poobah7206 · 12-08-2009, 01:03 PM

Love that color combo, April.

April · 12-08-2009, 01:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Poobah7206

Love that color combo, April.

Thanks. I bought the ornaments that way at Michaels individually. I only wanted to make one because I don't have a Disney tree this year and didn't want to buy a whole package to just make one.

smphbear · 12-08-2009, 04:47 PM

How cute! This could save me some serious money
on my next trip. I always spend a fortune on new ornaments
and decorations each time we visit. The colors look like
something they would have designed. Thanks for the idea
and instructions!!

StarsNStripes · 12-09-2009, 03:50 PM

LOVE THIS! This means more Red, White, and Blue Mickey ornaments!

disneyfanatic101 · 12-09-2009, 09:21 PM

This looks so cool and easy to do! I am definately going to do this!

Tinker Bell · 12-13-2009, 07:25 PM

Love them, especially the green ones! I'll have to try this one of these days. I'll check the sales after Christmas!

pixiemom · 12-29-2009, 07:33 AM

i just absolutely love them all!!!!!!!!!!!
but i have to ask one question, i'm on line now trying to find ornaments that might be on sale, but all i am seeing is plastic ones, they are not saying shatter proof, are the plastic ok?
won't the glue gun melt them?
what else should i be looking for?
TIA
Danielle

pixiemom · 12-29-2009, 09:06 AM

sorry got another question, what sizes should i look for?
i see tons of balls on the kmart site but i am only see 48MM and 30MM, i am wondering if the 30MM would be too big looking (as ears) on the 48MM......
what do you think?
should i look for a bigger MM for the head, like 60MM? and use the 30MM for the ears?
Sorry for all the questions!!

Janet · 12-29-2009, 09:53 AM

Never stop asking questions Danielle. I know April is traveling today but she or Stephanie will get you an answer soon.

pixiemom · 12-29-2009, 09:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Janet

Never stop asking questions Danielle. I know April is traveling today but she or Stephanie will get you an answer soon.

Thank you Janet!!!!

cindybelle86 · 12-29-2009, 11:00 AM

Hi Danielle,

Welcome to Scrapping the Magic!!!!

Plastic balls are fine. Actually shatterproof balls are plastic. That is what makes them easy to work with in this project. If the plastic is thin, you may want use a low temp glue gun. If the balls are hard and firm, you should be able to use the regular (hot) temp ones.

As for the sizes, I'm not really sure what sizes I used. I sort of just looked at the size in the packages, and judged for the main head and then the ears. I will try and look this afternoon at what size I used. I bought some really big balls this past weekend and am going to try a BIG one.

Never be afraid to ask questions. That is what we are here for, to help and support each other!

Good Luck and don't forget to post pictures!!!

pixiemom · 12-29-2009, 11:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cindybelle86

Hi Danielle,

Welcome to Scrapping the Magic!!!!

Plastic balls are fine. Actually shatterproof balls are plastic. That is what makes them easy to work with in this project. If the plastic is thin, you may want use a low temp glue gun. If the balls are hard and firm, you should be able to use the regular (hot) temp ones.

As for the sizes, I'm not really sure what sizes I used. I sort of just looked at the size in the packages, and judged for the main head and then the ears. I will try and look this afternoon at what size I used. I bought some really big balls this past weekend and am going to try a BIG one.

Never be afraid to ask questions. That is what we are here for, to help and support each other!

Good Luck and don't forget to post pictures!!!

oh awesome thank you for the tips.....
GTK!!!
as far as the size, i might just be better off looking at them in the store vs. on line.....i am having a hard time finding the same colors in different sizes to (on line) thanks again, and if i get out to the store today or tomorrow i will def. post a pic as soon as i attempt one.
TY all again!!!!!!!!!!!!

Janet · 12-29-2009, 11:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cindybelle86

Hi Danielle,

Welcome to Scrapping the Magic!!!!

Plastic balls are fine. Actually shatterproof balls are plastic. That is what makes them easy to work with in this project. If the plastic is thin, you may want use a low temp glue gun. If the balls are hard and firm, you should be able to use the regular (hot) temp ones.

As for the sizes, I'm not really sure what sizes I used. I sort of just looked at the size in the packages, and judged for the main head and then the ears. I will try and look this afternoon at what size I used. I bought some really big balls this past weekend and am going to try a BIG one.

Never be afraid to ask questions. That is what we are here for, to help and support each other!

Good Luck and don't forget to post pictures!!!

Thank you Stephanie......April is on her way back home and wouldn't be able to answer until tonight from the hotel.

cindybelle86 · 12-30-2009, 09:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Janet

Thank you Stephanie......April is on her way back home and wouldn't be able to answer until tonight from the hotel.

Your welcome Janet!

12-07-2009, 07:59 PM	#1
cindybelle86 Staff Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: York, PA Posts: 577 Images: 139	Homemade Mickey Ornament! Hi All!!!! In searching for the perfect project to celebrate the new homepage, I decided it would be a Mickey Ornament. After lots of samples, I got it right! I hope you enjoy them. Please post any pictures or improvements you may have made. Supplies: Assorted Shatterproof Ornaments Glue Gun (NOT Low temp) Ruler 1. Select 1 large and 2 small ornament balls. 2. Remove ornament holders from small balls. 3. On the larger ball measure 1/3” to 1/2” from ornament holder and place a small mark. Use your own judgment for ear placement. 4. Holding the larger ball in your left hand, place the tip of the hot glue gun over the mark slowly let the tip melt into the ball. This may melt very fast, so be very careful. 5. Let the tip melt the entire way into the ball. 6. Slowly pull the tip out of the ball, as you do, squeeze a small amount the of hot glue into the opening of the ball. If part of the ball comes out with glue gun, push it back in with the tip. 7. Quickly lay down the glue and pick up the smaller ball and place into the hole made by the glue gun. If it is a tight fit, gently push in, the warm plastic should let it go in. 8. Hold both pieces together for a few seconds and repeat on other side. You now have a handmade Mickey ornament. Note: If you get melted plastic on your glue gun, simply wipe off with a paper towel or napkin while still hot. The options for different variety are almost endless. Just use your imagination and your creativity. Here is a printable version of the instructions: Homemade Mickey Ornament PDF __________________ Stephanie To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. "And curiosity keeps leading us down new paths. We're always exploring and experimenting ..." - Walt Disney To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. My Countdown Counting down to: Autumn Trip to Williamsburg 31 days 7 hours 6 minutes Last edited by cindybelle86; 12-07-2009 at 08:10 PM.

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cindybelle86 Staff Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: York, PA Posts: 577 Images: 139	It really is!!!! I hope everyone enjoys it!!!! __________________ Stephanie To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. "And curiosity keeps leading us down new paths. We're always exploring and experimenting ..." - Walt Disney To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. My Countdown Counting down to: Autumn Trip to Williamsburg 31 days 7 hours 6 minutes

12-08-2009, 11:23 AM	#4
April Owner Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Tampa Bay Posts: 5,417 Images: 692	I did one! But my ears ended up being too close together by the time I was done. But I still like him even if Steve Barrett would say it's not a perfect Mickey. __________________ April

12-08-2009, 12:48 PM	#6
lovemyblt going loopy! Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: NH Posts: 1,403 Images: 115	OH MAN!! This is one of those threads we will have to remember to bump year after year! I can't wait to try this ! __________________ Mom to 3 - DS 14 ,DD 12 & DD4 wife to one awesome guy!

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12-08-2009, 04:47 PM	#9
smphbear Junior Crafter Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 9	How cute! This could save me some serious money on my next trip. I always spend a fortune on new ornaments and decorations each time we visit. The colors look like something they would have designed. Thanks for the idea and instructions!!

12-09-2009, 03:50 PM	#10
StarsNStripes Crafter Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Toledo, OH Posts: 111	LOVE THIS! This means more Red, White, and Blue Mickey ornaments! __________________ To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. Natalie To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. As Patriotic as they come! To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

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12-13-2009, 07:25 PM	#12
Tinker Bell Junior Crafter Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Pixie Hollow Posts: 20 Images: 13	Love them, especially the green ones! I'll have to try this one of these days. I'll check the sales after Christmas!

12-29-2009, 07:33 AM	#13
pixiemom Junior Crafter Join Date: Dec 2009 Posts: 17	newbie w/a question ;) i just absolutely love them all!!!!!!!!!!! but i have to ask one question, i'm on line now trying to find ornaments that might be on sale, but all i am seeing is plastic ones, they are not saying shatter proof, are the plastic ok? won't the glue gun melt them? what else should i be looking for? TIA Danielle

12-29-2009, 09:06 AM	#14
pixiemom Junior Crafter Join Date: Dec 2009 Posts: 17	sorry got another question, what sizes should i look for? i see tons of balls on the kmart site but i am only see 48MM and 30MM, i am wondering if the 30MM would be too big looking (as ears) on the 48MM...... what do you think? should i look for a bigger MM for the head, like 60MM? and use the 30MM for the ears? Sorry for all the questions!!

12-29-2009, 09:53 AM	#15
Janet StM Momistrator Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Bridgeport, Connecticut Posts: 1,408 Images: 122	Never stop asking questions Danielle. I know April is traveling today but she or Stephanie will get you an answer soon. __________________ Have a great day! Janet To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. Scrapping the Magic Admin (AKA Mom)

12-29-2009, 11:00 AM	#17
cindybelle86 Staff Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: York, PA Posts: 577 Images: 139	Hi Danielle, Welcome to Scrapping the Magic!!!! Plastic balls are fine. Actually shatterproof balls are plastic. That is what makes them easy to work with in this project. If the plastic is thin, you may want use a low temp glue gun. If the balls are hard and firm, you should be able to use the regular (hot) temp ones. As for the sizes, I'm not really sure what sizes I used. I sort of just looked at the size in the packages, and judged for the main head and then the ears. I will try and look this afternoon at what size I used. I bought some really big balls this past weekend and am going to try a BIG one. Never be afraid to ask questions. That is what we are here for, to help and support each other! Good Luck and don't forget to post pictures!!! __________________ Stephanie To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. "And curiosity keeps leading us down new paths. We're always exploring and experimenting ..." - Walt Disney To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. My Countdown Counting down to: Autumn Trip to Williamsburg 31 days 7 hours 6 minutes

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