Here is a fun, easy project as you prepare for the Holidays! And if you don't mind a few sticky fingers, even fun for the kids!
You will need clear, plastic ornaments. They come is a variety of sizes, but mine are 3" ornaments. You will be able to find these at your local craft supply store and are usually sold in a carton of 6.
You will also need a jar of Modge Podge and a small paint brush.
Finally, gather your scraps of fabrics and cut them into very small pieces. The pieces do not need to be the same size, in fact, it is better to have a variety of sizes. But the scraps do need to be small....generally an inch or less.
I usually start at the top of the ornament and lay a piece of fabric on the ornament, hold it with one hand and simply paint the piece of fabric with Modge Podge. You don't need much, just enough to stick the fabric to the ornament. Then continue with another scrap and slightly over lap the last piece of fabric and paint with Modge Podge. I like to go all around the top first so that I can hold onto the hanger as I work my way around the bulb.
You will notice it looks cloudy as you are painting, but it will dry clear. Once you have finished a bulb, you can place it upside down in the carton or string a ribbon through and hang to dry. Once dry you may add more layers of Modge Podge if you would prefer. I only did one coat.
So there you have it! A fun ornament for your Christmas tree, as a gift {for teacher, maybe}, or gather several in a ribbon and use to decorate a package.
Have fun!
Mary
33 comments:
wow..lovely ornaments
Lovely, as usual Mary! I wonder whether I can buy those plastic 'forms' downunder? I hope so!!
what a cool idea!
Great idea! I have so many scraps. Sounds like a fun activity to do with my older kids. Thanks!
What a lovely idea! Will have to try it after finishing the SAL!
What a great idea! These are so fun!
what an awesome way to use those little triangles etc that we normally throw away as useless scraps !!! Bravo !
just what I needed for a fun kids craft!
I made some of these last night with my kids - great project!
Very nice, thanks for sharing.
What a great idea! We'll be making these this year! Thanks so much for sharing:)
i made a few of these this morning!
they turned out super cute.
http://flytothewall.blogspot.com/2011/12/i-totally-want-to-make-that-week-32.html
cheers,
diana
Can you do this on glass ornament balls? I have alot of clear ones.
I love this idea, too clever! I plan to make some this weekend!
I mentioned you in my post today.
Thanks for sharing this idea!!! They are turning out so cute!!
http://intheheartofhappy.com/2011/12/09/lets-make-holiday-ornaments/
Love this project... Send four christmas theme ornaments to my friends who lives in germany..Gave 4 pink ornaments for my friend who loves pink... Two more heading to ny.. Soo busy with the ornament I have one more for interesting one ornament..... Got creative... :o)
SO cute. I love your little fabric bits!
Love, love, love! I have to see if I can squeese making some before Chistmas!
I'd love for you to link up and share: http://tutusandteaparties.blogspot.com/2011/12/pinteresting-party-with-christmas.html
I love this idea, I first saw it on Hailey's blog, I am loving your blog! New follower!
This looks great!
I've just put something similar on my blog with papier maché. I used wallpaper paste.
I found this post tonight on Pinterest and rushed into my craft room to try it! I didn't have any Christmas ornaments, but I did have a box full of old used up light bulbs. I tried them and oh wow...SO CUTE! I'll attach a wire to the top (with some cute beads strung onto it) for a hanger! Viola! Recycled light bulb art! Thanks so much for the wonderful post and instructions! I'll come back here often!
a great way to use all those little scraps I just can't bring myself to throw away - thank you
Love this take on ornaments! I'll have it up on my FB later today. Super cute and I love MOD!
I love this idea! I used smaller balls from a yard sale, tacky glue, and narrow strips of fabric from another project - worked great! Photos here: http://danspringscollection.wordpress.com/
Cathy Tyler
I did a few of these. Turned out pretty good but I'm wondering if there is a way to make them even more shiny. Like some kind of laquer maybe?
That's "Mod Podge"! Not "Modge Podge."
Can you use wrapping paper or printed napkins?
What a perfect way to use all my little fabric scraps. Yay! Thank you. (Living in Oregon now, but I lived 14 years in Columbus. Love that town!)
Hey guys! Stumbled upon this post, did my own version and blogged about it, I credited you! Thanks for the idea!
http://asteriskphoto.com/mimic-monday-christmas-ornament/
Just saw this through Craft Gossip - what a great idea. Thank you for sharing it.
I love this idea! Thanks!
love love love all of it. also, that baby. WHAT. too adorable.
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Why not just fill the glass ornament with scraps of fabric; ie scraps from a quilt you made for a family member or friend. Give the ornament as an added gift.
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