Creating your own glamorous decor doesn’t have to break the bank. With a little creativity and a trip to your local dollar store, you can transform simple clear ornaments into stunning frosted globes that add a touch of elegance to any space. This DIY project is perfect for those looking to add a personal touch to their holiday decorations or to create year-round decor with a luxe feel.
These frosted globes can be styled in various ways to complement your interior design. Hang them from a decorative branch in a vase for a chic centerpiece, or string them along a mantel for a festive touch. They also look beautiful clustered in a decorative bowl or tray as a table centerpiece. Consider pairing them with metallic accents, such as gold or silver, to enhance their luxurious appearance.
Frosted Globes
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Materials
Clear plastic or glass ornaments (10-12)
Frosted glass spray paint
Painter’s tape
Newspaper or drop cloth
Ribbon or twine (optional)
Decorative hooks (optional)
Directions
Lay down newspaper or a drop cloth in a well-ventilated area to protect surfaces from spray paint.
Remove the tops from the clear ornaments and set them aside.
Use painter’s tape to cover any areas of the ornament you want to keep clear, if desired.
Shake the frosted glass spray paint can well, according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Hold the spray paint can about 8-10 inches away from the ornament and apply a light, even coat of paint. Rotate the ornament as you spray to cover all sides.
Allow the paint to dry completely, following the drying time recommended on the spray paint can.
Once dry, carefully remove any painter’s tape and reattach the ornament tops.
Thread ribbon or twine through the ornament tops if you plan to hang them, or attach decorative hooks for easy hanging.
Final Looks
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Variations & Tips
For a unique twist, consider adding a touch of glitter to the frosted finish by lightly dusting the ornaments with glitter while the paint is still wet. You can also experiment with different colors of frosted spray paint to match your decor theme. For a more personalized touch, use stencils to create patterns or initials on the ornaments before applying the frosted paint. These variations can help you customize the frosted globes to suit any occasion or style preference.
