🎁 Christmas Craft Countdown – Day 15 (November 23)

Craft: “Immanuel Wood Slice Ornament” 🌲✝️

Theme: God with us — a simple, rustic reminder on your tree.

❤️ What You’ll Need:

• Wood slice ornament (pre-drilled, or small round from a branch)

• White acrylic paint (or cream)

• Fine-tip paint pen or permanent marker (black or dark brown)

• Small piece of evergreen (real or faux)

• Mini red berries or tiny red beads

• Hot glue gun

• Jute twine or ribbon for hanging

• Optional:

  • Gold paint pen for accents

  • Light coat of clear sealant

🎨 Directions:

1. Prepare the Wood Slice

   • Make sure the wood slice is smooth and dry.

   • If you like, lightly dry-brush white paint across the front, leaving some wood showing for a rustic look. Let dry.

2. Add the Word “Immanuel”

   • With your paint pen or marker, write “Immanuel” across the center in script or pretty print.

   • Optional: Add the year (“2025”) at the bottom or a tiny heart/cross near the word.

3. Decorate the Top

   • Glue a small sprig of evergreen to the top edge of the wood slice.

   • Add two or three little red berries on top of the greenery for a Christmas pop of color.

4. Finishing Touches

   • Use a gold pen to add tiny dots, stars, or a small halo-like ring above the word if you’d like.

   • Seal with a light coat of clear spray or Mod Podge if you want it to last for years.

5. Add the Hanger

   • Thread jute twine or ribbon through the hole and tie in a loop for hanging.

6. Display

   • Hang it on your tree, tuck it into a wreath, or tie it onto a gift as a meaningful tag.

✝️ Faith Reflection:

Matthew 1:23 (KJV) – “Behold, a virgin shall be with child, and shall bring forth a son, and they shall call his name Emmanuel, which being interpreted is, God with us.”

Every time you see this ornament, let it whisper to your heart: You are not alone — God is with you.