How Do You Make Glass Christmas Balls?
Easy to personalize, glass Christmas ornaments are a simple craft that can be done by children and adults alike. You can vary the degree of difficulty to suit the crafter, but all can enjoy this project. Plain glass balls are available at local craft stores or online at websites, such as Saveoncrafts.com and Amazon.com. These clear spheres can be decorated using a variety of techniques to create the ideal ornament to adorn your own home or to give as a gift to a special person. Glass ornaments can be painted inside or outside for a unique look. Young children might enjoy pouring some nontoxic paint into the ball and swirling it around to coat the inner portion of the glass. Two or more colors can be used to create a marbleized effect. Once the design is to your liking, turn the ornament upside down and stand it on a paper plate or towel to drain the excess paint. Once dry, place the top back on and add a pretty ribbon for a hanger. More experienced painters can decorate the outside of
