14 Sparkly Craft Projects ebook from Krylon

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4 How to Create 14 Sparkly Craft Projects using Krylon Glitter Blast Copyright 2011 by Prime Publishing LLC All rights reserved. No part of this book may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or by any information storage or retrieval system, without written permission from the publisher, except in the case of brief quotations embodied in critical articles and reviews. Trademarks are property of their respective holders. When used, trademarks are for the benefit of the trademark owner only. Published by Prime Publishing LLC, 3400 Dundee Road, Northbrook, IL Free Craft Projects Find more ways to sparkle at 4

5 Letter from the Editors Dear Reader: Until now, glitter sprays have delivered a few flecks of glitter to project surfaces - a nice effect, but not incredibly dazzling. New Krylon Glitter Blast Glitter Paint changes all of that. You ve never seen anything like it. More glitter, more sparkle, more intensity, more depth than ever before. So you can put the glitz and glam on virtually any project with any surface wood, plastic, metal, ceramic, craft foam, and more. This book includes basic instructions for projects ranging from simple, inexpensive ideas to more complex décor and craft ideas - all with complete materials lists and instructions to make it easy for you to get incredible results. For more Krylon Glitter Blast information, inspiration and ideas, visit or We would like to thank for helping create this ebook. Sincerely, Krylon Find more ways to sparkle at 5

6 14 Sparkly Craft Projects Table of Contents Holiday Projects... 7 Fancy Spider... 7 Prized Pumpkins... 8 Glittering Holiday Pinecones... 9 Holiday Ornament Tree Dazzling Easter Eggs For The Home Peace Lamp Bold and Brilliant Mailbox Sparkling Jeweled Votives Sparkling Jeweled Photo Frames Sparkling Polka-Dot Halloween Topiary Fun Stuff Radical Stripes Skateboard Technology Trio Here s to a Fabulous Helmet Glimmering Guitar Find more ways to sparkle at 6

7 Holiday Projects Fancy Spider By Melony Bradley With Krylon Glitter Blast Glitter Paint and a craft foam ball, spider crafts don t have to be scary. It s easy to spray the craft foam ball and egg with this new paint. Whimsical embellishments take the scary out of this spider fancy spider crafts are fun for all. 1 round craft mirror Silk flower 12 -length of 7/8" pink satin ribbon Aleenes Original Tacky Glue Scissors Toothpick Skewer Scrap of craft foam Straight pins 1. Insert toothpick into one end of egg. Remove and place glue on end of toothpick. Insert the glue side of the toothpick back into the hole created in the egg. Using the opposite side of the toothpick, repeat the same steps for the ball, to join shapes together to form spider head and body. Place skewer in bottom end of egg. 2. Spray shapes with black Krylon Short Cuts Paint spray paint, using several light coats for complete coverage. When paint is dry, spray shapes with several light coats of Glitter Blast Starry Night until desired glittery look is achieved. Place end of skewer into scrap of foam to dry. 3. Cut chenille stems to 8 pieces. Insert stem into side of body for leg. Remove stem and place glue on end of stem, reinsert. Repeat steps for remaining legs. Craft foam: 2 ball, 3 egg 1 can Krylon Short Cuts Paint, Black 1 can Krylon Glitter Blast Glitter Paint, Starry Night 8 black chenille stems 11 10mm round acrylic flat backed stones 2 6mm pearl beads Glittered cardboard stickers: silver swirl by Recollections 4. Place glue on one end of straight pin. Thread through bead and insert into head for eye. Repeat steps for second eye. Place sticker on head for crown. Glue one flat backed stone to end of each leg with tacky glue. Glue remaining stones for buttons on front of egg shape. 5. Tie ribbon around neck in a bow. Glue craft mirror and silk flower to bow as shown. Find more ways to sparkle at 7

8 Prized Pumpkins By the Krylon Design Team Pumpkins and gourds add elegance to your table when they glisten like this. Beautiful metallic paints add a grown-up touch to the holiday. Simply spray paint a pumpkin or gourd; for these prized pumpkins, designs could be added as well if desired. I m sure these will inspire you to have more ideas for painted pumpkins. Several small pumpkins or gourds 1 can Krylon Indoor/Outdoor Primer 2 cans Krylon Glitter Blast Glitter Paint in desired colors Masking tape Drop cloth 1. Clean pumpkins to be painted, making sure surfaces are free of dirt and dust. Mask off stems. 2. Apply several light coats of Krylon Indoor/Outdoor Primer. Move from side to side in a sweeping motion, beginning off the surface and ending off the other side. Allow to dry. 3. Spray with Krylon Glitter Blast Glitter Paint. Apply multiple thin coats to avoid runs and drips. Wait approximately 1 to 2 minutes between coats, shaking can before each coat. 4. Remove masking tape from stems when Glitter Blast is dry to handle, usually in 24 hours. Tip: Slightly elevate pumpkins approximately 4 off of work surface to allow access to the rounded bottoms of the pumpkin while spraying. Find more ways to sparkle at 8

9 Glittering Holiday Pinecones By the Krylon Design Team You ll love these painted pinecones; craft your way through the winter this year. We ve used gold and silver Glitter Blast paint to adorn these glistening pinecones, but you can choose whatever color you desire. Whether you choose to use the pinecones as decorations on their own or incorporate them into sparkly holiday crafts, these glittering holiday pinecones are simply stunning. Pinecones (as many as you would like!) 1 can Krylon Glitter Blast Glitter Paint, Golden Glow 1 can Krylon Glitter Blast Glitter Paint, Silver Flash Pushpins Fishing line Masking tape Drop cloth 1. Make certain that the pinecones to be painted are clean from dirt and dust. 2. Spray with Krylon Glitter Blast. Apply multiple thin coats to avoid runs and drips. Wait approximately 1 to 2 minutes between coats, shaking can before each coat. Let dry Tip: To make all sides of the pinecones easily accessible and even easier to spray, create a makeshift closeline and hang pinecones from string or fishing line. Find more ways to sparkle at 9

10 Holiday Ornament Tree By the Krylon Design Team This holiday ornament tree is great for a contemporary setting or small spaces. Though you can paint any size of ornament for Christmas trees, ornaments for mini Christmas trees are quick to make. We even tell you how to revamp the metal ornament tree this rubbed bronze version is modern and shows off the sparkly decorations. Metal ornament tree small ornaments 1 can Krylon Indoor/Outdoor Primer 1 can Krylon Brushed Metallic Paint, Oil Rubbed Bronze 1 can Krylon Glitter Blast Glitter Paint, Sparkling Water and Silver Flash Masking tape String or fishing line Drop cloth INSTRUCTIONS 1. Clean all objects to be painted, making sure the surfaces are free of dirt and dust. 2. Mask off ornament hangers. 3. Prime the Ornament Tree. Apply several light coats of Krylon Indoor/Outdoor Primer. Spray from side to side in a sweeping motion beginning off the surface and ending off of the other side. 4. Paint ornament tree with Krylon Brushed Metallic Oil Rubbed Bronze. Apply multiple thin coats to avoid runs and drips. Wait approximately 1 to 2 minutes between coats. Let dry 5. Spray ornaments with Krylon Glitter Blast. (We sprayed half with Glitter Blast Silver Flash and half with Glitter Blast Sparkling Waters.) Apply multiple thin coats. Wait approximately 1 to 2 minutes between coats, shaking can before each coat. Let dry. 6. Remove masking tape or replace ornament hangers after Glitter Blast is dry to handle, approximately 24 hours. Tip: Make it easier to spray all sides of the ornaments by creating a makeshift closeline and hang ornaments from string or fishing line. Find more ways to sparkle at 10

11 Dazzling Easter Eggs By the Krylon Design Team Simple paper mache eggs are transformed into dazzling Easter eggs with various colors of glittering paint. Spray paint eggs for your Easter table or for a grown-up Easter basket. These beautifully shaded eggs welcome spring! Paper eggs from craft store 1 can Krylon Glitter Blast Glitter Paint, Posh Pink 1 can Krylon Glitter Blast Glitter Paint, Sparkling Water 1 can Krylon Glitter Blast Glitter Paint, Twilight Sky 1 can Krylon Glitter Blast Glitter Paint, Citrus Dream Push pins Fishing line Masking tape Drop cloth 1. Clean all objects to be painted, making sure all surfaces are free of dirt and dust. 2. Spray eggs with Krylon Glitter Blast. Apply multiple thin coats. Wait approximately 1 to 2 minutes between coats, shaking can before each coat. Let dry. Tip: Make it easier to spray all sides of the eggs by hanging them from a makeshift closeline. Take a pushpin and insert it into one end of an egg. Attach fishing line to the pushpin and hang from the clothes line. Find more ways to sparkle at 11

12 For The Home Peace Lamp By Roxi Phillips Any old lamp can be updated with indoor/outdoor paint and glittery paint. Add to the sparkle and shine by coating the peace sign and flower power cardstock shapes with glitter paint. A glittering peace lamp will be a welcome addition to a kid s room. Lamp base and shade Cardstock shapes (i.e. peace signs and flowers)* 1 can Krylon Glitter Blast Glitter Paint, Starry Night 1 can Krylon Glitter Blast Glitter Paint, Posh Pink 1 can Krylon Glitter Blast Glitter Paint, Twilight Sky 1 can Krylon Indoor/Outdoor Paint, Black 1 can Krylon Easy Tack Masking tape and paper Craft glue or glue dots *TIP: Cardstock shapes may be purchased or cut with die-cut machine or craft punches. INSTRUCTIONS 1. Remove shade from lamp. Clean all objects to be painted, making sure the surfaces are free of dirt and dust. Mask off all electrical parts. 2. Spray lamp base with Krylon Indoor/Outdoor black paint. Apply several light coats to avoid runs and drips. Spray from side to side in a sweeping motion beginning off the surface and ending off of the other side. Let dry. 3. Spray lamp base with Krylon Glitter Blast Glitter Paint Starry Night. Repeat coats as necessary for complete coverage. Wait approximately 1 to 2 minutes between coats, shaking can before each coat. Let dry 24 hours before handling. 4. Spray backside of cardstock shapes with Krylon Easy Tack; adhere to masking paper. Spray shapes with Krylon Glitter Blast Glitter Paint in desired colors. Let dry. 5. Remove glittered pieces from masking paper and apply to lampshade using glue dots or craft glue. 6. Reassemble lamp. Find more ways to sparkle at 12

13 Bold and Brilliant Mailbox By the Krylon Design Team While you can paint your mailbox any glittering color you want, but this cherry bomb color makes a bold and brilliant statement. If you ve wondered how to paint a metal mailbox, these step-by-step instructions will help you succeed. Everyone in the neighborhood will come to you for tips on how to paint a mailbox. 1. Cover your work area with newspaper or a drop cloth. Make sure you are in a wellventilated area. 2. Remove the flag from the mailbox. 3. If you are painting an old mailbox that is rusty or worn, sand the areas until smooth and use a primer. The surface should be clean, dry and dull. If mailbox is in good condition, skip to step Prop the mailbox open side down (with door hanging open) on an object such as a 2x4, foam cube or tall container so that all exterior surfaces are free of obstructions. 5. Prime the mailbox with Krylon Indoor/Outdoor Primer. Apply several light coats of primer. Spray from side to side in a sweeping motion, beginning off the surface and ending off of the other side. Allow to dry. (Note: If you are using a plastic mailbox, you do not need to use a primer before applying Krylon Glitter Blast.) 6. Spray multiple light coats of Krylon Glitter Blast Glitter Paint until you reach the level of coverage you want. Wait 1 to 2 minutes between coats, shaking can before each coat. Allow to dry. Standard mailbox Krylon Indoor/Outdoor Primer Krylon Glitter Blast Glitter Paint, Cherry Bomb (or any color you desire) Krylon Glitter Blast Clear Sealer Screwdriver Sandpaper Newspaper or drop cloth 7. Apply 2-4 coats of Krylon Glitter Blast Clear Sealer. Allow to dry. 8. Spray the flag if you wish, repeating the steps above. 9. Reattach flag. Find more ways to sparkle at 13

14 Sparkling Jeweled Votives By the Krylon Design Team Craft candle cups to match your décor using glittering paint. The easy-to-add accents make these sparkling jeweled votives one of a kind. These are an easy project; you ll love to make them as gifts after you make some for your own home. Glass votives 1 can Krylon Glitter Blast Glitter Paint, Diamond Dust 1 can Krylon Glitter Blast Glitter Paint, Sparkling Waters Adhesive-backed gems or glue-on gems and appropriate glue (optional) Masking tape Paper towels Drop cloth 1. Clean votive holders, making sure surfaces are clean of dirt and dust. 2. Place votive upside down on painting surface to prevent spray from going inside. 3. Spray with Krylon Glitter Blast. Apply multiple thin coats until desired finish is achieved. Wait approximately 1 to 2 minutes between coats, shaking can before each coat. Let dry. 4. If desired, arrange and attach glue-on or adhesive-backed gems. Find more ways to sparkle at 14

15 Sparkling Jeweled Photo Frames By the Krylon Design Team There are so many ways to make sparkling jeweled photo frames. Whether you paint the whole frame or tape off sections and paint accent areas, you can make some great frames that will make a statement. Get your glisten on and start painting those plain frames. Assorted picture frames 1 can Krylon Indoor/Outdoor Primer 1 can Krylon Glitter Blast Glitter Paint, Posh Pink 1 can Krylon Glitter Blast Glitter Paint, Twilight Sky Masking tape Drop cloth Adhesive-backed jewels or embellishments 1. Disassemble frames, removing glass insert and back. 2. Clean surfaces to be painted, making sure they are free of dirt and dust. 3. Mask off any areas you do not want to spray. 4. Spray with Krylon Glitter Blast. Apply multiple thin coats until desired glitter finish is achieved. Wait approximately 1 to 2 minutes between coats, shaking can before each coat. Spray in a sweeping motion beginning off the surface and continuing each pass off the other side. Let dry. 5. If desired, apply adhesive-backed jewels or embellishments for extra pizazz. Tip: Use small pieces of wood for support to raise the frame above the surface so that the edges may be thoroughly painted and frames will not stick to the flat surface. Find more ways to sparkle at 15

16 Sparkling Polka-Dot Halloween Topiary By Sharon Currier Quick and easy decorations for Halloween are a great solution to your Halloween decoration dilemma. The sparkling polka-dot Halloween topiary sparkes with Glitter Blast and a few embellishments. This topiary could be adapted to sparkle any time of the year, for any holiday, or even for a wedding or baby shower. So get your craft foam at the ready and get to work! Toothpick Scissors Rubber gloves Sewing machine OR needle and thread 1. Before you start, carefully read label on the can of Glitter Blast. Cover work area with newspapers. Spray cone with Orange Burst Glitter Blast. Let dry. (Glitter Blast darkens as it dries, so be careful to not overspray. If you overspray, the finish can run.) 2. Insert toothpick into 2 ball. Spray with Orange Burst Glitter Blast. Insert toothpick into scrap of foam and let dry. 3. Make your polka-dot masks. If using contact paper, cut out 2 circles. Remove backing from circle stickers or contact paper circles and arrange randomly on painted cone. Pay special attention to the edges, pressing them down firmly so the paint doesn t bleed under the masks. Craft foam: 12 cone (or other sizes of your choice); 2 ball; scrap of foam Krylon Gitter Blast Glitter Paint: Starry Night, Orange Burst Circle stickers, 2 OR contact paper Crepe paper roll, black Ribbon, 3/8 wide Newspaper Low temp glue gun and glue sticks Find more ways to sparkle at 16

17 4. Carefully peel away your stickers or masks to reveal polka dots. 5. Spray entire cone with Starry Night Glitter Blast. Let dry. Carefully remove stickers. 6. Set sewing machine on longest basting stitch. Stich down center of crepe paper; crepe paper will ruffle as you stitch. Glue ruffled strip around top and bottom of cone. Or, using a needle and thread, hand stitch down center of crepe paper strip, gently pulling to create a ruffle as you go. 7. Glue ribbon around middle of crepe paper ruffle. 8. Glue orange glittered ball to top of cone. Find more ways to sparkle at 17

18 Fun Stuff Radical Stripes Skateboard By the Krylon Design Team Make a bold statement with a radical stripes skateboard. You can customize your own design to transform that old board by using masking tape to block off areas in certain colors. Skateboard 1 can Krylon Indoor/Outdoor Primer 1 can Krylon Glitter Blast Glitter Paint, Orange Burst 1 can Krylon Glitter Blast Glitter Paint, Citrus Dream 1 can Krylon Glitter Blast Clear Sealer Masking tape Drop cloth 1. Clean skateboard, making sure surface is free of any grease, dirt or dust. Remove wheels and mask any areas not to be painted. 2. Prime the entire skateboard. Apply several light coats of Krylon Indoor/Outdoor Primer. Spray from side to side in a sweeping motion beginning off the surface and ending off of the other side. Let dry. 3. Spray entire board with Krylon Glitter Blast Glitter Paint. Apply thin coats until desired finish is achieved, usually between 2 and 4 coats. Wait approximately 1 to 2 minutes between coats, shaking can before each coat. Let dry. 4. Spray board with several coats of Krylon Glitter Blast Clear Sealer. Allow to dry. 5. Use masking tape to create a cool design, then apply a second color of Glitter Blast and allow to dry. Remove masking tape when dry. 6. Repeat step 4. (If additional colors of Glitter Blast are desired, repeat step 5.) 7. Remount wheels. Find more ways to sparkle at 18

19 Technology Trio By the Krylon Design Team Can you believe you can even use Krylon Glitter Blast Glitter Paint on the covers for your electronics? Spray painting crafts are perfect for the non-crafter techie in your life because they are easy and promise success! Spice up your technology trio by adding glitter paint in cheery colors. Covers for Nintendo, iphone, and a computer mouse 1 can Krylon Glitter Blast Glitter Paint in color of your choice 1 can Krylon Glitter Blast Clear Sealer Masking tape Drop cloth 1. Clean all surfaces to be painted, making sure they are free of grease, dirt and dust. 2. Tape off any areas not to be painted (i.e., moveable parts on the mouse). 3. Spray with Krylon Glitter Blast Glitter Paint. Apply multiple thin coats until desired glitter finish is achieved. Wait approximately 1 to 2 minutes between coats, shaking can before each coat. Let dry. Tip: Raising the item off of your work surface will make it easier to cover the edges and will prevent it from sticking to the surface. Find more ways to sparkle at 19

20 Here s to a Fabulous Helmet By the Krylon Design Team Cheers! Here s to a fabulous helmet that s also fashion-forward. Whether you paint the entire helmet with Krylon Glitter Blast Glitter Paint or whether you tape off a pattern to add even more style, a personalized helmet is a fun and functional accessory for your outdoor sports. Bike helmet Krylon Glitter Blast in your choice of color (we used Sparkling Waters) Krylon Glitter Blast Clear Sealer (optional) Painter's tape 1. Clean helmet, making sure any areas to be painted are clean and free of grease, dirt and dust. 2. Mask off any areas of the helmet that you do not want to spray. 3. Spray with Krylon Glitter Blast. Apply multiple light coats until you have achieved the glittery look you want. Wait approximately 1 to 2 minutes between coats, shaking can before each coat. Let dry. 4. While applying the Krylon Glitter Blast Clear Sealer is not required, a few coats of clear will make the surface smoother, allowing you to wipe it clean after using it. Let dry. 5. Remove tape. Find more ways to sparkle at 20

21 Glimmering Guitar By the Krylon Design Team Gaming guitar, glimmering guitar glitter up your guitar with your favorite color. The spotlights will make your guitar shine, even if it s just the guitar you use for gaming. While you may not want to glitter your Gibson Les Paul, you ll love to have a glittering guitar of your own. Guitar (we used a guitar for gaming, but this works on musical instruments equally well) Glitter Blast in your choice of color (we used Citrus Dream) Krylon Glitter Blast Clear Sealer (optional) Painter's tape Newspaper 1. Wipe down the surface of the guitar body that you will be painting, making sure it is clean and dry. 2. If you can remove the neck of the guitar, do so. Otherwise, wrap the neck in newspaper and tape it in place. Tape off all surfaces on the body of the guitar that you do not want to coat with glitter. 3. Spray with Krylon Glitter Blast Glitter Paint. Apply multiple light coats until you have achieved the glitter look you want. Wait approximately 1 to 2 minutes between coats, shaking can before each coat. Let dry. 4. While applying the Krylon Glitter Blast Clear Sealer is not required, a few coats of Clear will make the surface smoother, ensuring that it doesn't catch on your clothes and making it easier to clean. Let dry. 5. Remove the tape and newspaper. Find more ways to sparkle at 21

22 How to Paint with Spray Paint: 14 Sparkly Craft Projects using Krylon Glitter Blast Glitter Paint Until now, glitter sprays have delivered a few flecks of glitter to project surfaces - a nice effect, but not incredibly dazzling. New Krylon Glitter Blast Glitter Paint changes all of that. You ve never seen anything like it. More glitter, more sparkle, more intensity, more depth than ever before. So you can put the glitz and glam on virtually any project with any surface wood, plastic, metal, ceramic, craft foam, and more. Holiday Projects Included in this ebook: Shiny Painted Pumpkins, p. 7 (left) Little Ornament Tree, p. 9 Fancy Painted Eggs, p. 10 (right) Projects for the Home Bold and Brilliant Paint on Mailbox, p. 12 Painted Personalized DIY Picture Frames, p. 14 (below, left) Sparkling Polka-Dot Halloween Topiary, p. 16 Fun Stuff Creative Take on Technology, p. 17 (below, right) Glimmering Gaming Guitar, p. 19 Find more ways to sparkle at 22