Christmas ornaments are so much fun to make and look great on your holiday tree! Learn how to make DIY disco ball ornaments that look like snowmen to add to your Christmas tree.
The holiday season is one of my favorites for crafting. The energy is just right to inspire creativity, and I never seem to run out of ideas.
I love making all varieties of Christmas crafts, including signs, gifts, snow globes, and much more. But, if I’m being honest, I have to admit that Christmas ornaments are probably my favorite Christmas crafts to create. They’re usually quick and easy, and I love the reward of seeing them on our tree each year.
Recently, I made some Plaid Christmas Ornaments and Vinyl Christmas Ornaments. Today, I’m going a “shinier” and sharing with you a tutorial for making snowman mirror ornaments using mini disco balls!
This is an ornament that has ZERO chance of getting lost on your tree when you take the decorations down, ha!
Note: If you want even more Christmas ornament inspiration, check out our Customized State Ornaments, Cinnamon Applesauce Ornaments, and Picture Frame Ornaments.
How To Make Snowman Disco Ball Ornaments
If you’ve never worked with mirror balls before, you’re in for a treat. Here’s everything you need to know about making mirror ball ornaments.
Supplies Needed
Here’s what you’ll need for this craft. I’ve even included a few handy links to help you find some items faster and more easily.
- Mirror Disco Ball Ornaments (The ones around 2 inches work best, and you will need 3)
- Snowman Hat and Scarf (This one isn’t the exact same, but it’s close)
- Scrap Paper (Or orange paper)
- Paintbrush
- Hot Glue and Glue Gun
- Black and Orange Paint (I love the Americana Multi-Surface paints)
Disco Ball Ornament Instructions
Just follow along with these step-by-step instructions to have your own glitzy snowman ornament ready in just minutes.
Step 1
First, we need to get the disco balls into a snowman-like shape.
Remove the hangers from two of the ornaments, as shown below. You can just pull the hanger out easily.
Step 2
Everywhere where the mirror balls will be glued together, you’ll need to remove some of the mirrors. I was able to pull these off fairly easily with my fingers.
Step 3
Hot glue the disco balls together and hold them firmly until the glue sets.
Step 4
Then add on the scarf and hat with additional hot glue.
Step 5
Use the end of your paintbrush (the wrong end) to make a snowman face. The rounded end of your paintbrush will make perfect little circles. Set aside until it dries.
Step 6
This disco ball ornament needs a snowman’s nose too. Roll a piece of scrap paper into a cone as shown below and tape closed.
Step 7
Trim the end to length, and then paint it orange. If you have a piece of orange paper, you can use that instead of scrap paper. And you won’t have to paint it!
Note: I used a wood dowel to paint my nose on so that it would dry without getting paint everywhere.
Step 8
Once the face and nose are dry, glue the nose to the center of the face again with hot glue.
Note: You might have to add a new hanger to your ornament if the original hanger on the mirror ball is covered up.
FAQs
Here are a couple of questions that I see readers ask about making these snowman mirror ornaments. If you have a question, please check to see if I’ve already answered it below. Don’t see your question? Leave it for me in the comments!
Could I leave the mirrors on the balls where I want to glue them together?
You could probably glue the balls together if you leave the mirrors on (they will adhere). However, considering how easy it was for me to pull the mirrors off of my balls, I highly recommend against leaving them on.
The weight of the ornament is likely to pull them off, causing your ornament to fall apart and break.
What are ways I can customize my disco ball ornament?
Let your imagination guide you! You could use different colored disco balls, find a different hat and scarf set, and you could use google eyes instead of painting them on. Try experimenting and having fun with changing the look of this craft!
Add this fun mirror ball snowman ornament to your tree this Christmas. This easy-to-make ornament is great for the holiday season and works with any style of decor. The kids will love helping you make this one and watching the lights dance off the finished product!
More Christmas Crafting Inspiration
I have more ornaments for you! If you love this mirror disco balls ornament project and want more holiday crafting ideas, check out these links.
Supplies
- Mini mirror ball ornaments 2-inch size works best
- Snowman hat and scarf
- Scrap paper
- Paintbrush
- Hot glue
- Americana Multi Surface paint in black and orange
Instructions
- Pull the hangers out of two of the ornaments.
- In the spots where the mirror balls will be glued together, you need to remove some of the mirrors. You can probably pull them off pretty easily with your fingers.
- Hot glue the mirror balls together and hold firmly until the glue sets.
- Next, use hot glue to attach the scarf and hat.
- Use the rounded end of your paintbrush to make a snowman face. Set aside until the paint dries.
- Make a snowman nose by rolling a piece of scrap paper into a cone and taping it closed.
- Trim the end until it's the length you want, then paint it orange. A sheet of orange paper is even better.
- Hot glue the nose to the face. If the original hanger on the mirror ball is covered up, you might need to add a new hanger.
Pinnng this to make later – adorable!
How cute!
I can not wait to star getting ready for Christmas and have now added these to my list of crafts to do
Thanks for sharing
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This is such an amazing idea! Thanks for sharing it. I’m Anita visiting from Creative Ways Link Party.
Hi Angie – this ornament is so cute, great craft! Have you linked it up to My Pinterventures 2015 Ornament Exchange Linky? If not you should! http://lovemymessymessymess.blogspot.com/2015/11/2015-holiday-ornament-exchange-linky.html Great job and thanks for sharing, pinned!
Love it, such a creative idea!