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A starry bauble decoration.
Add your own little constellation to your tree by revamping a boring old bauble that you no longer want. Perfect for Christmas, or for a room decoration year-round.

Posted by Lauren from Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa • Published See Lauren's 101 projects »
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  • How to make a bauble. Constellation Bauble - Step 1
    Step 1

    Start by coating your bauble in a layer of podge. Allow to dry.

  • How to make a bauble. Constellation Bauble - Step 2
    Step 2

    Paint the bauble your desired colour. I went for a dark shade of purple. Consider adding two or even three coats to get it opaque.

  • How to make a bauble. Constellation Bauble - Step 3
    Step 3

    Draw the lines of your constellations in white paint. I did this using a toothpick.

  • How to make a bauble. Constellation Bauble - Step 4
    Step 4

    Add the stars, using the back of a pin to get almost perfect circles.

  • How to make a bauble. Constellation Bauble - Step 5
    Step 5

    Add another layer of podge, and consider sprinkling glitter over it while it dries for extra sparkle.

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