Oh I love home crafted Christmas ornaments. Every year I try and make a few new ornaments for my tree. This has become a tradition that my family looks forward to each year. Today, I would like to share with you one of this year's new designs using Yvonne's Compass stamp from Impression Obsession.
You can also use several of Yvonne's other stamps, I give you some ideas in the video link below.
For the base of the ornament I'm using these wooden shapes I grabbed at a local craft shop. This bag was under $5 and as you can see we will be able to make lot of ornaments.
I filled in the knots on the wood with Modeling paste so that I can get a smooth surface for stamping. You can leave these natural with a white wash of gesso or you can paint them if you like.
In the video below, I will share with you two versions that I created, so that you can decide which technique you like best. But both are gorgeous.
It was easier to add the foiling on the chalkboard version because the paint helped to make the surface smooth. But if natural look is what you like, I think it turned it nice as well. It is just harder to see the foiling. If you decided to go with this technique, I suggest bold and heavy designs for your stamping. Thick and large fonts will show up better.
Here is the video sharing how I did the technique.
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Wasn't that fun? I want to make a bunch these. They would be great to add to packages, and share with your friends and family. Or create a set and give them as a gift. Thank you so much for hanging out with me today.
