Preheat oven to 225 degrees F. Line baking sheet with parchment paper.

In medium bowl, mix together flour, salt and hot water. If dough is sticky, add flour. Knead until dough is smooth.

For two-colored marbled ornaments, divide dough in half and use 15 to 20 drops food coloring per half. (Note: Food coloring amount depends on color preferences.) Combine dough then roll out to ½-inch thickness.

Cut shapes larger than your pet’s paw using a cookie cutter or drinking glass.

Gently press pet’s paw in the center of each shape. (Tip: If paw impression isn’t distinct enough, use your thumb or finger to deepen the imprint.)

To add names, press letter stamps into dough before baking.

Arrange shapes onto baking sheet. Using a straw, poke holes in tops of shapes.

Bake 2 to 3 hours or until shapes are solid and thoroughly dried.

Transfer to wire rack and let cool.

After ornaments cool, get creative. Use craft paint to color paw prints. Using hot glue gun, add sparkling jewels.

Once decorating is complete, coat dough surface with clear varnish and, if desired, sprinkle with glitter.

To hang, use pipe cleaners or holiday ribbon.