DIY Glow-in-the-Dark Crystal Ball Tutorial

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Skill level: Beginner

Time needed: 30 minutes + dry time

Halloween is almost here and it’s time to get decorating! This easy to create Crystal ball will add just a touch of spooky to your decor and the best part is when the lights go out. So get crafting and see for yourself how fun this little kitty is to make.

Supplies:

Tin can

Acrylic paint- black, gray, metallic silver

Gesso

Plastic ornament

Paint brush

Spunge

Glow-in-the-dark acrylic

1. Clean and dry the tin can.

2. Paint the tin can with a thin layer of gesso and let dry.

3. Paint the tin can black and let dry.

4. Sponge a thin layer of gray onto the can, leaving spaces of black, and let dry.

5. Repeat step 1-3 with the ornament.

6. Sponge a thin layer of metallic silver onto the ornament and let dry.

7. Paint the ornament with several layers of glow-in-the-dark, letting dry completely in between layers.

8. Turn the ornament upside down so the neck for the hook will be inside the can when finished.

9. Paint your image (cat, witch, pumpkin, etc.) onto the front of the ornament.

10. Place the ornament upside down into the tin can. Glue in place if desired.

Happy Crafting,

Misty

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