How to Make a Decoupage Christmas Ornament

Feeling crafty this holiday season? Try making your own decoupage Christmas ornament! This project is easy and fun for both adults and kids.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Mod Podge
• Ornament
• File or sandpaper
• Decorative paper
• Sponge or paint brush

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   Supplies

   Gather your supplies. Mod Podge and ornaments for decorating are available at most craft stores. You will also need a file or piece of sandpaper, a sponge and decorative paper. Wrapping paper works, too! In this example I used origami paper (also available at many craft stores.)

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   Apply Mod Podge to Ornament

   Using your sponge, spread the Mod Podge evenly over the top of the ornament.

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   Applying Paper

   Cut a piece of paper slightly larger than your ornament. Place paper over ornament and smooth so that you do not have any bubbles.

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   Allow to dry for one half to one hour at least.

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   Remove Excess Paper

   Gently file the edges of the ornament to remove the excess paper. This will give you nice, clean edges.

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   Top Layer of Mod Podge

   Apply another layer of Mod Podge on top of the paper and on the sides of the ornament. Don't worry, it will dry clear! Allow to dry completely and apply a second coat if desired.

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   Finished Ornament

   Hang on your Christmas tree!

Tips & Warnings

• Lightweight paper works better than heavy weight paper
• You can also cut paper in shapes and make a collage on your ornament.
• Be careful when drying as you don't want your ornament to stick to the table!

on 10/3/2009 Great article on how to make a decoupage Christmas ornament....the kids will love to do this...thanks
5* & recommended : )

on 4/21/2009 I haved been hankering to try decoupage again. thanks 5