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How to Make Starburst Mid-Century Modern Christmas Ornaments

Introduction

Christmas isn't Christmas without a healthy dose of glitter. Give all the sparkles a mid-century modern twist with these funky star ornaments.

Step 1

How to Make Starburst Mid-Century Modern Christmas Ornaments

Crop Shapes

Using a craft knife or circular paper punch, cut/dot your desired shapes from the double-sided mounting film.

Step 2

How to Make Starburst Mid-Century Modern Christmas Ornaments

Apply shapes to the adornment

Peel off the paper on one side, then apply your shapes to a clean glass ornament in any pattern you choose. Smooth out air bubbles.

Step 3

How to Make Starburst Mid-Century Modern Christmas Ornaments

Pour in the glitter

To get started, choose a glitter color, then peel off the paper backing of the shapes you want in that color. Empty the glitter and press it onto the exposed sticky design.

Stage 4

How to Make Starburst Mid-Century Modern Christmas Ornaments

Get rid of excess gloss

Brush off any excess glitter with a soft brush.

Step 5

How to Make Starburst Mid-Century Modern Christmas Ornaments

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Starburst success

Repeat steps 3 and 4 for each glitter color. Once you're done, blow on your good luck ornaments and hang them proudly on the tree.