Walnut shell mouse ornament

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Yes, that is a walnut shell! I have always remembered these sweet ornaments that my Mom made with us kids. They hung on our tree for years....

Santa Mouse Ornament. These cute little crafts are the perfect use for Diamond In-Shell Walnut shells and they look adorable on the tree!

Fun and easy DIY Reindeer Walnut Shell Ornament. Use walnut shells for this cute homemade ornament. #handmade #christmasornament #reindeer #walnutshell #crafts #reindeercrafts

I stole these from my mother last time I was home. She doesn’t mind…we acquired them through a children’s craft bazaar about 30-so years ago…the kind where you went during school to buy your brother’s and sister’s presents for Christmas. They really are Christmas ornaments but I love them for the winter months more. They are hanging on a little tack on my kitchen window. Aren’t they so cute? They are cheap to make and relatively easy. Here’s what you need: Walnuts (you must crack them…

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