How to Paint Glass Ball Ornaments
Painting glass ball ornaments adds a personal touch to holiday decorations. These hand painted treasures may adorn Christmas tree branches or colorful holiday gifts. They also make ideal gifts as special handmade mementos for family and friends. You may paint both the inside and outside of glass ball ornaments. Paint on the interior works best when swirled into colorful abstract patterns. To paint the outside, simply brush paint on with desired images or letters.
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Instructions
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Select glass paint in desired colors for your glass ball ornaments. Some paints bake on for permanency, but these products work best with objects that see frequent use. Feel free to use any variety of glass paint for your ornament since they will not be handled or washed often.
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Remove metal top from ornament.
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Clean the inside and outside of a glass ball ornament to make sure it is free of dust. Wipe the exterior with glass cleaner and a paper towel. You may rinse the inside with water and allow to dry.
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Drip paint in desired colors inside the ornament. Place a paper towel over the top. Swirl the glass ball ornament until the interior fills completely with color.
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Lay glass ball on a clean surface with the opening facing upwards. Allow to dry thoroughly.
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Use a paint brush to apply paint to the exterior of the ornament if desired. Simple patterns, such as snowflakes, make perfect decorations. Only paint one side at a time, allowing ornament to thoroughly dry in between sides.
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Tips & Warnings
Since the surface of the ornament is curved, thick applications of paint on the exterior form drips easily. Paint in thin brush strokes.
Always be careful when handling glass to avoid dropping or breaking.
Paint glass in a well-ventilated area.
References
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