Keepsake Ornaments

My daughter and I went to a ladies craft night this past weekend and it really inspired me to do some crafting.  I had planned on doing this a long time ago but sometimes you just need a little push to get you going.

This is my oldest son's graduation tassel.  I had it hanging in my jewelry box for years...

I just purchased a large clear plastic ornament and drilled a hole in the top to slide the top string of the tassel through.  When purchasing the ornament make sure that the opening is large enough to fit the year through.  At first I had a smaller ornament and went through all the steps of drilling the hole.  It didn't fit...  I was a bit bummed because I liked the smaller ornament better.  I even purchased some clear glass ornaments but the openings were way too small.  I am saving them to make some other projects.  I will be sure to share those when I get them done.

This one is for my youngest son.  I took his first (hospital) hat and the wrist bands and put them inside the ornament.  He had two little hats from the hospital.  I chose the thinnest one because the other one didn't want to fit inside the ornament.  I think I may just do this for all the kids.  It makes a great keepsake.

I purchased these ornaments at Wal-mart because it is the store that is closest to my home.  I am sure you could get them at Michael's, Hobby Lobby, or even Target.  They were only .88 each (no matter what size you want).  They even have ones that look like Christmas lights and other shapes as well.

I hope this inspires you!!!