Materials:
- 2 wine corks
- 4 toothpicks
- 4 pony beads
- 1 small pom-pom or button
- Acrylic paint (brown and white)
- Paintbrush
- Small pie tin or paper plate
- Felt
- Googly eyes
- Embroidery thread
- Small eye hook
- Scissors
- Glue
- Gloss or decoupage varnish
Attach one of the corks to the other using a small piece of toothpick stuck into the corks, this will create the head and body. Position the “head” so that it’s at an angle to the body. This can be done by attaching it right at the edge of the other cork. Add four longer toothpicks to the underside of the “body” cork for the legs. Add two shorter toothpicks to the “head” cork to make supports for the antlers.
Using the brown acrylic paint, paint the corks and toothpicks all over. If you like, add a few white spots to the body using the white acrylic paint for realism and cuteness! Tip: Make sure you — and especially kids — are careful with the acrylic paints. The paint is washable, but it doesn’t wash out of clothing once it’s dry.
Cut two antler shapes from brown felt. Carefully glue them onto the toothpick supports on the head of your reindeer. Let dry for about 20 minutes before handling.
Now it’s time to add the face. Glue the googly eyes and the red nose to the face of your reindeer. If you prefer, paint on the eyes or use buttons, sequins, or beads for the facial features. Glue the pony beads to the bottom of the legs to make hooves. Finally, attach the eye hook to the back of the reindeer and add a long piece of embrodiery thread, looped and tied, to hang the reindeer on the tree. Brush all over with a layer or two of gloss gel or decoupage varnish to make your reindeer shine. Rudolph, with your nose so bright, won’t you adorn my tree tonight?!
SOURCE:http://www.marthastewart.com/1500508/diy-reindeer-ornament-go-down-history