Are you looking for inspiration and tips for painting stones for Christmas? Then be sure to take a closer look at this article!
Painting stones: fun for young and old!
Christmas is just around the corner, and alongside the gift madness, a relaxed, creative tradition is also emerging: painting stones! Not only is this fun and a great activity for children, you can also easily create lucky charms for Christmas. The idea is simple: you grab a few stones, paint them in a colorful and Christmassy way and you have little personal symbols of good luck that you can either always carry with you or put in your apartment. In this article I will give you tips on painting stones and show you how you can easily design them yourself.
This is how easy it is to do the DIY:
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Instructions
Be the first to find suitable stones. It’s best to choose smooth stones that are not too tiny. This gives you a spacious, flat surface to accommodate your artistic ambitions.
Next you need an idea for your motif. The best way to do this is to look on Pinterest or Google. Simply enter “painting stones for Christmas” or similar search terms. Sometimes the shape of the stone already provides an inspiring direction. Is it naturally Christmas tree-shaped, does it resemble an animal or does it resemble a snowman? Choose a motif that fits the shape of your stone perfectly.
After you are satisfied with your little work of art, consider whether a second layer of paint is necessary so that the colors really shine later. If everything fits, let the paint dry thoroughly. On the back of the stone you can hide a small message, such as “Stay healthy”, “Take me with you” or “Merry Christmas”.
So that your efforts don’t disappear in the rain or water, we recommend using a clear varnish as a protective coating. This is available either as a spray version or as a liquid version that is applied with a brush.
Now you are ready to go and release your painted stones into the world. Spread a little joy and share your little works of art with other people!
Tips for painting stones
1. Use stones that are as smooth as possible and have a large surface area. This will help you paint the color and motifs onto your stones better.
2. Use high-quality markers, otherwise you will have to apply several layers, especially with light colors, which could cause the motifs to crack.
3. Fix your stones with a spray so that they are also protected against water.
More easy ideas for Christmas?
Would you like more ideas for Christmas? Then click here: Make your own Christmas lantern, Simple instructions for Froebel stars or Advent bazaar ideas: Make gifts for the Christmas bazaar
See you then. Your Laura
Source: trytrytry.de
