Thrift Store Knick Knack Makeover

Give your thrift store finds a classy makeover with this easy project.

Posted by peacoatsandplaid

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I have a thing for tacky knick knacks. I especially have a thing for tacky owl knick knacks. Sometimes I want to make them not so tacky with this little "trick".

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You Will Need (3 things)

  • Mod Podge
  • Glitter
  • Thrift Store Knick Knack Object

Steps (5 steps, 45 minutes)

  1. 1

    Start with any piece of thrift store knick knackery. The uglier, the better.

  2. 2

    GIve it a few coats of paint in your choice of color. Let dry completely between each coat. This particular piece took about 3 coats of paint.

  3. 3

    Mix your choice of glitter with Mod Podge.

  4. 4

    Add a little or add a lot of glitter, depending on how sparkly you want your piece to be. Paint your piece with the glitter/Mod Podge mix using a paint brush. Let dry completely.

  5. 5

    Put it on display, sit back and enjoy the compliments that will soon come pouring in.