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Wooden Christmas String Light Ornament

Add a touch of americana to your tree with this old-fashioned Christmas tree light ornament.

At a Glance:

#5770 Skill Level: Beginner Time:
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This project features these great brands:

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supplies

FolkArt ® Multi-Surface Satin Acrylic Paints - Wicker White, 2 oz. - 2894

Number Needed: 1 $1.99
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FolkArt ® Multi-Surface Satin Acrylic Paints - Pure Black, 2 oz. - 2957

Number Needed: 1 $1.99
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Mod Podge - Extreme Glitter, 8 oz. CS15066 - CS15066

Number Needed: 1 $8.99
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Number Needed: 1 $-1.00
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instructions

Other Supplies

Christmas light wooden ornament, Green tissue paper, 2 green metallic chenille stems, Red jingle bell, Green jingle bell, Scissors, ¾” Flat brush

Instructions

You can find all the items featured in this project at your local Michaels store!

  1. Basecoat the bottom of light with Wicker White. Allow to dry.
  2. Paint the top of the ornament with Pure Black. Allow to dry.
  3. Cut the green tissue paper into ½” squares and Mod Podge on to the white light. Allow to dry. Add a layer of the Extreme Glitter Mod Podge. Allow to dry.
  4. Add several coats of the glow in the dark Mod Podge to achieve the right amount of glow.
  5. String the bells onto the chenille stem and wrap around the ornament. Twist to hold in place. Wrap the stem around a pencil to make the stem swirl.

Learn how to make the coordinating DIY Christmas tree topper pictured above!

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Disclaimer: The information found in each project is presented in good faith, but no warranty is given, nor results guaranteed, nor is freedom from any patent to be inferred. Since we have no control over physical conditions surrounding the application of information herein contained, Plaid Enterprises, Inc. disclaims any liability for untoward results.

Important: Please be sure to thoroughly read the instructions for all products, paying particular attention to all cautions and warnings shown to ensure the proper and safe use of the product.

Copyright: All Rights Reserved. No part of this Project may be reproduced in any form without permission in writing, except for your personal use, except by reviewer, who may in reviewing this project, quote brief passages in a magazine or newspaper.

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