What kind of paint do you use on light bulb ornaments?
What kind of paint do you use on light bulb ornaments?
Acrylic paint
Acrylic paint and brushes. Wire or strong string. Glue gun and glue sticks.
How many ornaments do I need for a 6.5 foot tree?
HOW MANY ORNAMENTS DO I NEED?
| Tree Height | Light Coverage | Heavy Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| 6.5 feet | 70 pieces | 105 pieces |
| 7.5 feet | 105 pieces | 140 pieces |
| 9-10 feet | 175 pieces | 210 pieces |
Can I color a light bulb with a marker?
It is safe to paint bulbs with permanent markers, but it will usually shorten their lifespan. Sharpies are available in over 40 different colors, so you can easily pick your favorite color. You can mix colors to create striking shapes and patterns on your light bulbs.
Do you put garland on before ornaments?
The garland should be put on last. That way it drapes over everything and completes the look. That’s not to say the tree can’t be tweaked after that, just be sure not to hang ornaments on the garland.
How do you paint a light bulb with a clamp?
Clamp the base of the light bulb to the table so that it stands up freely. If you don’t have a clamp, you can brace the bulb with your hand and paint one side at a time, rolling it after the paint dries.
How do you decorate a hanging light bulb with string?
Glue four pieces of string up the sides of the light bulb and tie them all together in a knot at the top. Make a loop out of one string to hang the bulb, and trim the rest. Instead of painting the design on the bulb, you can attach fabric scraps with decoupage to the bulb before gluing on the strings. 2
Can you recycle light bulbs and decorate with them?
Use any bulbs and any types of paint for recycling old light bulbs into new decorations. Select a clear, 40 watt bulb. Light bulbs below 40 watts will also work. You just want to ensure that your paint withstands the heat made from the bulb once it’s turned on. Clear bulbs will give you the best effect of the light shining through the paint.
How do you keep a light bulb from rolling when painting?
Use a small amount of blue tack or “sticky tack” to prop up your light bulb so that it won’t roll around while you paint. Blue tack is available at craft stores and in some office supply stores. You can also use Play-doh or some air-dry clay if you don’t have any blue tack.
