One of the best ways to change glass ornaments into colorful decorations is to paint them.It is easy to paint ornaments if you have a place to dry them and have some craft paints.You have many options when it comes to painting ornaments: you can make beautiful bulbs, swirled ornaments, or even glittery masterpieces.You can change the look of your glass ornaments with the right materials and techniques.
Step 1: Rub alcohol or vinegar on the interior.
Remove the ornament's top and put it in a container.Pour any excess liquid into the sink after you swirl the liquid around.Before painting the interior, face down and let the ornament air dry.You can put the ornament top in a safe place after painting it.
Step 2: The ornament's opening has a coat of paint inside it.
If you want to avoid squirting in too much excess, start with a small amount.For a brighter, more opaque color, you can always add more.The ornament's top should be removed for this and the rest of the painting process.
Step 3: Place a paper towel over the opening.
When pressing the paper towel over the opening, tilt the ornament back and forth to spread the paint around the surface.If you didn't add enough paint to spread around the ornament, squirt more into the opening as needed.
Step 4: If you want, sprinkle in additional colors.
After swirling around the first color for a few minutes, add another color to your ornament.For an even swirled pattern, spread the second and additional colors around using the same technique.You should limit yourself to 1-2 paints per ornament.
Step 5: To cover the interior, shake the ornaments.
After you've coated most of the interior, cover the opening with a paper towel and shake the ornament back and forth.The ornament should be positioned in a way that the paint coats the entire surface.If you add 2 or more colors, stop shaking after you've coated the surface completely.
Step 6: Let the ornament sit in a paper cup for 24 hours.
When you're done painting the ornament, turn it upside down and put it in a paper cup.The paper cup can be left undisturbed for 24 hours.The ornament needs to be upside down to get rid of excess paint.Excess paint can pool in the bottom if it dries right-side up.Hang the ornament with the rest of your decorations after you've dried it.
Step 7: Use spray paint to decorate the ornament.
Attach the nozzle to the ornament's inside opening by removing the cap.The entire surface of the ornament should be sprayed with spray paint.Mercury glass is best mimicked by mirrored spray paint.
Step 8: The interior has spray paint around it.
Hold the ornament in your hand and shake it to spread the paint around.Excess spray paint can pool in the bottom and cause a more even coat.
Step 9: The inside should be misted with water-vinegar solution.
The spray bottle needs to be filled with 1 and 2 parts water.Hold the spray bottle's nozzle over the ornament opening and mist it with small water droplets.You don't have to wait for the paint to dry.
Step 10: Allow the ornament to dry after applying 3-4 more coats of spray paint.
The spray paint should be applied after the interior has been misted.After turning the ornament face down, leave it to dry for 24 hours and then use it as a decoration.Before applying another coat, let each coat dry for 60 minutes.
Step 11: You can put glitter inside.
You can swirl the glitter around the entire surface by squirting it inside the ornament opening.To spread the glitter, shake the ornament vigorously and cover the hole with a paper towel.If you want the ornament to stand out more, add glitter before painting it.
Step 12: The ornaments should be filled with pom poms, beads, and other decorations.
Adding a personal touch after painting can be accomplished by filling ornaments.Small items with personal meaning can be added to traditional holiday decorations.You can add them inside if they fit through the opening.The glass won't be see-through after you paint it.You don't need to see clearly to appreciate items that are not obvious.
Step 13: For more intricate patterns, spray paint a stencil on the outside.
Attach the stencil to the ornament with painter's tape.The paint can be sprayed over the surface for up to 60 minutes between coats.stencil letters can be used to spell out a message like "Wishing you a happy wedding!"
Step 14: Attach a ribbon to the top
You can loop a ribbon through the ornament's top after painting it.When you're ready to hang the ornament, tie the ribbon with a knot or bow.Pick a ribbon color that matches the ornament.
Step 15: Tie yarn around the ornament to make it seem handmade.
Wrap the yarn around the ornament in one direction.After covering the entire surface of the ornament with yarn, switch sides and wrap another area.Wrap the yarn around to hold it in place.You can match or complement the color of the ornament.Wrap your ornament in green string if you painted it red.