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The description below was contributed by: A visitor, on Nov 12, 1999 10:45:02AM

3 Star Idea Rating

Appropriate age group(s):
Elementary School
Middle School

Estimated time to make this decoration:
Approximately one hour.

Materials:
1 Egg Carton
Aluminum Foil
Yarn
Scissors

Instructions:
1. Cut the egg carton sections apart and trim away any rough edges.
2. Wrap the individual egg carton pieces with aluminum foil, keeping the shiny side out.
3. Poke a hole into the top of each bell with the scissors.
4.Cut a piece of yarn about four inches long and insert one end down into the bell and knot.
5. Wrap the knot in aluminum foil, crushing it into a ball shape.
6. Tie the other end of the yarn into a bow.
7. Make individual bells or make several bells and tie them into bunches.

Other comments or suggestions to consider:
For bells that jingle, tie real little bells to the end of the yarn, (available at any craft store).

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