Paint 3 clothespins with brown paint. Allow to dry completely before applying a second coat. Allow that coat to dry completely before moving on to the next step.
Using the craft glue or glue gun, attach two of the clothespins front to back (refer to the photo). This is the body of the reindeer.
Cut a 4” length of ribbon and fold it in half, making a crease (this is your middle point). At the crease, attach the ribbon to the back of the reindeer’s body, about 1” from the top, with a bit of glue and tie it into a double knot around the front. This is his scarf.
Using the craft glue or glue gun, attach the final clothespin to the front of the body, just above the scarf. This is the reindeer’s head.
Using the craft glue or glue gun, attach the red button or pompom to the reindeer’s head, covering the hole of the clothespin. Attach the eyes above the nose.
Cut a 6” length of ribbon or twine, form a loop, and using the craft glue or glue gun, attach it to the top of the back side of the ornament. Allow to dry completely before hanging.