A cousin of salt dough, this version uses cinnamon and applesauce instead of flour and water — no baking, and it scents the whole house while it dries.
You'll need
1 cup ground cinnamon
¾ cup applesauce
2 tbsp. white glue
Cookie cutters, a straw, ribbon
How to make them
Mix the cinnamon, applesauce and glue into a firm, workable dough (add a little more cinnamon if it's sticky).
Roll to about ¼ inch thick and cut into shapes; poke a hole near the top with a straw.
Air-dry on a wire rack for 2–3 days, flipping once, until firm all the way through.
Thread with ribbon and hang — no sealant needed, the scent lasts for a season or more.