5. Stamped Brick Pattern Wood Ornaments
If you love the look of brick but prefer the warmth of natural wood, this variation is for you. Small wood slices or thin plywood pieces become elegant brick ornaments when you stamp a brick pattern onto them and leave most of the wood grain visible.
You’ll need a brick-pattern rubber stamp, which is widely available at craft stores and online. Cut your wood pieces into small rectangles, about two by three inches, and sand the edges so they’re smooth. Lightly stain or leave the wood natural, then stamp the brick pattern in dark brown, charcoal, or muted red ink.
Once the ink dries, you can lightly distress the piece with fine sandpaper, focusing on the edges so the natural wood peeks through. A small loop of waxed twine or thin wire attached to the top finishes the ornament beautifully.
Total time is around forty-five minutes, and the difficulty is easy to moderate, depending on how steady your stamping hand is. The look is understated, organic, and very Pinterest-friendly. These also make lovely gift tags when you write a name across the front with a fine marker.