DIY Glass Ball Popcorn Christmas Ornament
Make an old-fashioned popcorn Christmas ornament using a clear ornament, popcorn, and a pretty ribbon for a charming addition to your Christmas tree.
Servings 1 Ornament
Equipment
- Small Funnel
- measuring spoon
Ingredients
- 1 4 inch glass ornament ball Never use plastic
- 1 Tablespoon Popcorn
- Ribbon of your choice
Instructions
- Remove the metal cap from the glass ornament. Using a small funnel, pour 1 tablespoon of popcorn kernels inside.
- Carefully place the ornament inside a brown paper lunch bag, keeping the ornament opening facing upward.
- Fold the bag closed and microwave on high for approximately 1 minute, stopping when the popping slows down.
- Leave the ornament inside the bag until the glass has cooled completely.
- Carefully remove the ornament and gently shake out any unpopped kernels.
- Replace the metal cap and tie a pretty ribbon around the neck of the ornament. Hang it on your Christmas tree.
Notes
- Safety: These instructions describe the original project, but ordinary decorative glass ornaments are not microwave-safe unless the manufacturer specifically says so. The glass can crack or shatter, and a paper bag does not eliminate that risk.
- Safer alternative: Pop the popcorn separately, allow it to cool, and fill a clear plastic ornament with pieces small enough to fit through the opening.
- Store finished ornaments carefully with your Christmas decorations. The popcorn is for decoration only.
