Make a Flexible Flyer for The Tree

Left, is the sled from underneath. 
Right is the sled from above.

        This Flexible Flyer is a child's sled intended for recreation only. But, when it is only six inches long like these, you can only hang it on a tree... 

       Samuel Allen patented his Flexible Flyer in 1889. While his factory normally produced farm equipment, the sleds gave his workers something to build during slower times of the year, during the winter months.

• I have clipart here of a couple of old Flexible Flyer sled types...

Supply List:

• tacky white glue
• 8 Popsicle sticks - medium ones
• red acrylic paint
• utility scissors or handsaw
• masking tape (optional)
• fine sandpaper

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Make sure the wooden Popsicle sticks are clean and freshly sanded. This will insure that the tacky glue will adhere the pieces.
2. You will need masking tape to hold the sticks in place as these dry. Stick the first two Popsicle sticks in the center of a length of tape very close together with just a slight bit of separation. Then stick two more, one on either side of the center two, after the tips have been sliced off at an angle using a hack saw or utility scissors.
3. Now turn the group over and cut down the sticks for the underside of the sled to fit. These will be glued down on their edges. Use more masking tape to hold these in place while they dry.
4. Once the sleds are dry and firmly glued in place, remove the masking tape.
5. Paint the sled a traditional red or green for the Christmas tree.
6. Tie on a piece of twine for hanging the ornament.
7. If this sled is too simple for your tastes, hot glue a few Christmas garnishes and presents to the top of the sled.