DIY GLITTER & GLUE ORNAMENTS

DIY Glitter and Glue Christmas Ornaments
I have been absent from this space for a while now. I can give you long version of the story or short. But today is not the day for long version because there is much more interesting, exciting and useful things happening here. So I hereby state the short version which basically tells you the absence was because of some minor disasters and major hiccups. Did I leave you hanging for information? I am so sorry. Please stay on for a while.

Moving on to more important stuff now,

Welcome to the third day of the 2015 Ornament Exchange! Erlene at My Pinterventures partnered 80+ bloggers to exchange ornaments and we want to share our creations and special finds with you! Over 14 days, a group of ladies will be sharing our ornament tutorials or shopping trips to give you lots of holiday inspiration early and in advance.

DIY GLITTER CHRISTMAS ORNAMENTS

I was partnered with the lovely Jillian from I am a Homemaker blog, Jillian shares simple, cost effective yet beautiful projects on her blog, and if you spend a while at her sweet blog you will know she is the girl next door you and me are familiar with.

Now on to what I made for Jillian and her family - She didn't have a lot of guidelines for me , only that her tree this year is inspired by her blue couch - that basically dictates decor of her living room - So blue it is this time. I made two sets of ornaments just because I wanted to ( I am a very lovely friend in that way :-))- besides it was fun.

Please find the simple steps here.

What you Need :

Clear Click Open Ornaments (Most craft stores carry them, Mine is from Michaels)
Glitter
Mod Podge
Ribbons
Small Craft Mirrors (Found here )
Sweet and Simple Glitter Ornaments - all you need is glitter and mod podge.


The first I made were using the clear Ornaments. Open the plastic halves and apply a layer of Mod Podge, once you have good coverage then sprinkle the glitter dust covering the whole area. Now wait a few minutes and shake off the excess glitter. Let it dry and cure for an hour or two. Since Mod Podge dries clear, you will not have glue marks. I glued on a pretty ribbon I found at Michael s to have an extra detail and secure the ornament . That's it. Simple right!

DIY Glitter and Glue Christmas Ornaments


DIY Glitter and Glue Christmas Ornaments


The second set was made with mirrors, I love the idea of some mirrored surfaces on the tree, especially with the lights glowing. Here I stenciled and drew some trees and flowers on them with glue and sprinkled plenty of glitter on them. Let it dry and shake off the excess. The same method as the previous.


DIY Glitter and Glue Christmas Ornaments

There you have it. I hope Jillian and family enjoy it as much as I loved making them.




I am not alone today bringing you inspiration and ideas, check out what these wonderful ladies have in store for you.

Ornament Exchange2015 by My Pinterventures




To see all the inspirational posts in the series please visit My Pintervetures.

So have you started thinking about your plans for this years tree yet? Let me know if you are going DIY way or have already layed eyes on pretty stuff out there?


16 comments

  1. Your ornaments are just beautiful. Who doesn't enjoy a little bling for the holidays?

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    1. Thank you so much. I am so happy that you found it enjoyable. And yes, everyone loves and deserves a little bling.

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  2. These look so great!! I want to buy some of the click together ornaments to make gifts for my family with tons of things from Japan...you've inspired me! I agree with Chilly Dog, the bling is everything ;) It's awesome we were able to do this ornament exchange together!

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    1. Thank you so much for the lovely words. This exchange thing is turning out to be real fun huh!! I am making many things from here for this years tree.

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  3. These are so pretty! I love the blue so much! Happy to be a part of the Ornament Exchange with you!

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    1. Hey Jocelyn, I love this blue too, I went for it only because Jillian@I am a Homemaker wanted it, but it has been growing on me ever since. I am loving this exchange too - turning out to be much more than expected and we are at the third day only.

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  4. Just popping by as I too am participating in the ornament exchange. What a delightful ornament. You are truly clever and crafty.

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    1. Aww, Thank you so much. Something shiny and glittery is always delightful isn't it. I wasn't planning on a lot of glitter this year, but now I am craving to glitter anything in the vicinity.

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  5. I love anything sparkly and these ornaments are gorgeous. Especially love the mirror one. I think you're partner will be so happy to receive these.

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    1. Thank you so much Erlene. It is a great fun participating in this exchange. Congratulations for making it a success.

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  6. I am also participating in the exchange and loving all the fun ornaments people are linking up! This is so pretty, like it is snowing! I especially like the mirror.

    Pinning to my group Christmas board.

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    1. Thank you Hill. I love the mirror one more too. Hoping it will make to Jillian's house safe and intact.

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  7. Just stopped by to see your ornament. I love the color it is so pretty and blue and the sparkle that is on them will look so pretty hanging on a tree and the lights hitting them.- Mamas Journey

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    1. Thank you Amy, so kind of you . I am getting so many compliments for those colors, It was actually Jillian's ( from I am a Homemaker) choice. But now it is growing on me :-)

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  8. I love the color of these ornaments and how they sparkle! I'm sure your tree is going to be looking fabulous! Btw, also loving the new design of your blog! :)

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    1. Thank you Reshma, happy that you like the new design. As for ornaments, made them for a friend for Ornament Exchange - Our tree can't be anything but pink :-) . Whats up there? How is your prep for holidays progressing?

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