DIY Chinese New Year Decor Idea
Inspired by Chinese New Year, this red and gold themed decor idea is made from glass jars, translucent paint and gold leaf sheets.
Ingredients
- 1 Jar 1L Smooth Rounded Jar with shoulders; lid removed
- Krylon Stained Glass Aerosol Paint in Cranberry Red
- Imitation Gold Leaf for crafting
- Clear drying craft glue
- Small angled paint brush
- Twinkle lights
Instructions
- Thoroughly wash jars with soap and hot water and let them dry completely before using.
- With the lid removed, place the jar upside down on a protected surface. Apply an even coat of stained glass aerosol spray paint to the surface following the manufacturer’s instructions.
- Leave paint to dry fully and then apply a second coat of spray paint.
- Next, apply the gold leaf to only the rim of the jar.
- Working small sections at a time, use a paint brush to brush on a thin layer of glue on the jar rim.
- Gently press a sheet of gold leaf over the rim of the jar and break away the excess gold leaf.
- Continue working around the rim until it’s fully covered.
- Insert a set of twinkle lights inside the jar.
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