DIY Jadeite Ornaments

Malia Karlinsky
by Malia Karlinsky
It's easy to transform simple clear glass ornaments into lovely faux Jadeite ornaments! decor
Do you happen to have some clear glass ornaments? If not-- go get some... they are marked WAY down this time of year!
To make these pretty ornaments, you'll need clear glass ornaments, light green paint (mine is from DecoArt and it's called Pistachio Mint), metallic gold spray paint (I like Krylon Metallic Spray Paint) and gold letter stickers. You'll also need a funnel. I suggest hitting the dollar store for a set of 3 for a buck. Save them for crafting use (non-food use) only.
Step 1: Pop off the hangars and spray paint them gold.
Step 2: Using a funnel, add the paint to the ornament. Cover the opening with your finger and swirl the paint around. Set it back in the packaging and let it dry overnight.
Step 3: Replace the top and add a gold letter (monogram).
Give as gift, place in a bowl or decorate the tree with these faux green glass beauties!
Malia Karlinsky
Want more details about this and other DIY projects? Check out my blog post!
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  • Klt3067917 Klt3067917 on Dec 06, 2015
    What is the purpose of spray painting gold if you're going to put a different color inside? I really can't tell the difference other than the gold letter. The ornament looks green.
  • Hildegarde Hildegarde on Dec 15, 2015
    Dear Malia, can this also be done with nail polish? I live in Germany and I have a friend who loves a particular shade of lilac which I couldn't find in the painting section. I'd love to take your idea and divert a bit - for my friend's sake. Thank you in advance for reading my email and sending me your reply.
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  • Katherine Katherine on Jan 02, 2016
    If you go back to the first line of instructions---she said to take the HANGER OFF & SPRAY PAINT IT GOLD.!!!( NOT THE WHOLE ORNAMENT)
  • Annie Doherty Annie Doherty on Jul 12, 2016
    These look fairly easy to do but what an impact they make with your very clever finishes, fun and imaginative, thank you.
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