Have you ever wanted to be an Artist?

Yes?  Then here is how.

I know that some of you, dear Readers, have set aside a few clear glass balls. 

If not, then get yourself to the Craft Store.  
This is the only time of year that they are available.

While there, pick up a few acrylic paints, 
don't forget white. 
Simple instructions here:

http://ginaceramics.blogspot.com/2011/11/one-of-kind.html

They make great Christmas presents. 

Also pretty in a glass jar.

Practice on wooden hearts. 
(from the craft store)

They come in handy when wrapping presents

Hand painted glass ornaments are so pretty on a Christmas tree. 
They harmonize beautifully with your older and cherished 
 decorations. 

Have fun painting. Invite a few friends and have a party, 

Gina

The best way to get into the Christmas Spirit

Is to sit down with a cup of tea, or a glass of mulled wine,

assemble oranges, cloves and a knitting needle. 

And make a few Pomanders.

They add just the right festive touch.

 Nothing, except maybe a fresh Christmas tree, says welcome more than the scent of oranges studded with cloves.  

A simple plate with a few candles and pomanders make for an instant centerpiece. 

A few simply painted wooden hearts add to the merriment.  

Yes, don't be shy, paint them yourself.  All you need are a few wooden hearts and acrylic paints.

While the paint is still wet why not add a few circles and dots to clear glass Christmas balls. 

Or glue on paper scraps.  

Toss a few golden acorns (remember, you made them last week) into the melange and you're set for Christmas.  

Have a great week my dear Friends,

Gina 

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My hand painted glass Christmas Ornaments.

Acrylic paints swirled inside 6 inch clear glass balls.

Thin down paints a little and add each color separately.

Simple designs painted onto clear glass balls with acrylic paints

Use lots of different colors.

So pretty when combined with other ornaments.

And don't forget white.

Ready to paint.

Place wet paper towel on an old plate. Add acrylic paints.
Load up lots of paint onto medium bristle brush.
Begin with something easy.  Dots and circles will do.  
Double load your brush with different colors.
Let dry by hanging ornament on whatever is handy.

Or, you can glue on very thin tissue paper. 

Tear tissues into smaller and irregular sized pieces and glue on with thinned out Elmer's Glue or Mod Podge.

The more the merrier.

There is no right and there is no wrong.

Should you be allergic to glue or paint you can always cover your Christmas ornaments with my my sister's, Brigitta the lace maker, hand made lace.

  Or my friend Renie will paint an elegant porcelain Christmas Ball for you.

Begin your new collection by gluing paper onto glass balls.

Clear Glass balls are available in craft stores; but only during the holiday season.  So, hurry and get some and have your friends join in the fun.

Have a great week my dear

Blogging Friends.

Gina