"Why do I have this ornament Mom?" My daughter asked.
"Um....." was my timely response. I couldn't really remember. Which wasn't good.
One of our family traditions is to give a new ornament each year. Seeing as my daughter was 6 and I couldn't keep track of just a few ornaments, I knew I was going to be in trouble when she was 18.
Ever felt that way?
For years I've been wanting to put together an ornament keepsake book. With a photo and the story of each ornament they've received.
Of course, each year is was put off. But not this year.
I had my ducks in a row and I was going to make it happen. I even created a printable so I could easily make each of my children a book.
I figured I wasn't the only one that need a little push. So consider this your "push".
How to Make a Ornament Keepsake Book
Materials Needed
- Christmas Ornament Cards - download at the end of the post
- Photo albums
- Paper Cutter
- Cardstock
- Printer
Step 1
Download the free Christmas Ornament Card at the end of the post. Print the cards on cardstock. This will ensure they last longer.
Use paper cutter to slice each card. Make sure not to cut off the border.
Each card is 4x6 inches and will fit nicely in a small photo album.
Take and print photos of each of your child's ornaments. For each photo, write a card explaining why this ornament is special and who gave it to them.
This can be a really fun way of explaining ornaments and how they are special.
Place the photo and card opposite of each other in the photo album.
See how easy that was. What a fun project to do one evening during the holiday season. Or these would make a great gift for older children as well.
Want the free printable? Click the button below to download the Christmas ornament card to create your own book.
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